Hydor Slim Skim - User Manual

IMPORTANT
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING - To guard against injury, basic
safety precautions should be observed,
including the following:
READ AND
FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER
To avoid possible electric shock, special care
should be taken in the use of aquarium
equipment. For each of the following situations,
do not attempt repairs yourself; return the
appliance to an authorized service facility for
service or discard the appliance.
A) If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal
water leakage, immediately unplug from the
power source.
B)Carefully examine the appliance after
installation. It should not be plugged in if there
is water on parts not intended to be wet.
C)Do not operate any appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning
or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
Inspect power cord insulation to be sure there
are no cuts or exposed wire. If so, discard and
order a new replacement.
D)To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug
or receptacle getting wet, position aquarium
stand and tank to one side of a wall mounted
receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto
the receptacle or plug. A “drip loop”, shown in
the Figure at right, should be arranged by the
user for each cord connecting an aquarium
appliance to a receptacle. The “drip loop” is that
part of the cord below the level of the receptacle
or the connector if an extension cord is used, to
prevent water traveling along the cord and
coming in contact with the receptacle. If the
plug or receptacle does get wet, DON’T unplug
the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker
that supplies power to the appliance. Then
unplug and examine for presence of water in
the receptacle.
Close supervision is necessary when any
appliance is used by or near children.
To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts
or hot parts such as heaters, reectors, lamp
bulbs, etc.
Always unplug an appliance from an outlet
when not in use, before putting on or taking o
parts, and before cleaning.
Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp
the plug and pull to disconnect.
Do not use an appliance for other than intended
use. The use of attachments not recommended
or sold by the appliance manufacturer may
cause an unsafe condition.
Do not install or store the appliance where it will
be exposed to the weather or to temperatures
below freezing.
Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is
securely installed before operating it.
Read and observe all the important notices on
the appliance.
If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a
proper rating should be used. A cord rated for
less amperes or watts than the appliance rating
may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange
the cord so that it will not be tripped over or
pulled.
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SLIM HEATER
FOR MICRO TANKS & MINI AQUARIUMS
User’s Guide
APPLIANCE
POWER
SUPPLY
CORD
DRIP LOOP
AQUARIUM TANK
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Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Electrical Safety Precautions

Detailed steps to prevent electric shock, handle wet parts, damaged cords, and use drip loops for safety.

Child Supervision for Appliance Use

Stresses the necessity of close supervision when children are present with the appliance.

Avoid Contact with Hot or Moving Parts

Warning against touching heated elements or moving components during operation.

Proper Unplugging and Cleaning Procedures

Instructions on safely unplugging the appliance and when to disconnect for cleaning.

Safe Plug Removal Technique

Guidance to pull the plug by its body, not the cord, to avoid damage.

Intended Use and Approved Attachments

Ensures the appliance is used only for its intended purpose and with manufacturer-approved attachments.

Installation Environment Restrictions

Advises against installing or storing the appliance in weather-exposed or freezing conditions.

Adherence to Appliance Notices

Reminder to read and follow all important notices directly on the appliance.

Extension Cord Usage Guidelines

Recommendations for using correctly rated extension cords and managing their placement.

Installation Instructions

Heater Submersion and Positioning

Guidance on submerging the heater and positioning it correctly within the tank or bowl.

Securing the Heater with Suction Cups

Instructions on using the provided suction cups to fix the heater securely.

Post-Installation Stabilization Period

Details on plugging in the heater and allowing time for water temperature stabilization.

Product Guarantee Information

Hydor Slim Skim Specifications

General

Brand	Hydor
Model	Slim Skim
Category	Other
Language	English