Vertex™ Rx-C 6D Calcium Reactor / Instruction Manual © Vertex Aquaristik ™GmbH, Deutschland 2014
Like almost any pressurized gas, carbon dioxide runs the risk of explosion if the cylinder is pierced
or otherwise ruptured. This explosion may be limited to the immediate area around the cylinder,
but may also produce dangerous, and potentially deadly, metal shrapnel.
The improper use of, or an accident involving, a CO2 Canister can lead to serious physical harm.
Exposure to high pressure CO2 exiting the canister can cause painful burns and blisters on human
skin.
Chose the location of CO2 bottle carefully. Place it securely in a vertical position.
Do not expose the CO2 bottle to direct sunlight and/or any other heat source such as radiators…
Only use CO2-Safe tubing. (Not supplied)
Connect the regulator to your CO2 bottle using Teflon tape. Small amount of “Soap/Water”
mixture can be used on the regulator connections to detect any possible leaks in form of bubbles.
Only use good quality Needle-Valve, regulator and/ or Solenoid. If you are unsure as how to
install, operate, maintain or service your regulator or solenoid consult with the manufacturer.
Vertex Aquaristik™ cannot be held liable for any damages or loss of life that improper installation,
maintenance or operation of such devices can cause.
CO2 tanks, Regulators, Solenoids and/ or any other related devices must be installed, handled,
maintained and/or serviced only by qualified professionals. Improper install, maintenance,
operation or service can cause damage to your system, property, loss of livestock, bodily harm or
loss of life. Vertex Aquaristik™ cannot be held liable for damages caused by the use of a
pressurized gas tank systems with your reactor whether properly or improperly installed.
Consumer or operator accepts full responsibility of using CO2 or any other pressurized gas tanks.
Always think safety first.
C) Source Water:
There are different methods to supply a Calcium Reactor with Aquarium water such as “Gravity Fed” or
a “Pump”.
To gravity feed a calcium reactor simply place it under your tank and start the siphon through the feed
tube. Open the needle valve and prime the reactor. Once it has filled completely with aquarium water;
you can attempt to adjust the valve to desired setting.
Although this method is effective, it is not recommended. Gravity fed systems will require more
monitoring and maintenance due to reduction of flow once the media has been partially dissolved.
Utilizing a pump such as peristaltic dosing pumps, are more reliable. Once you have determined which
type of the metering device will be utilized; connect your pump to the system, open the needle vale and
allow the reactor to fill completely. Once the reactor is full with tank water you can attempt to dial the
flow through the reactor.
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