Fluval CHI Sicherheitshinweise Seite 7

Make sure to align power cord within b) Add the correct dose of Nutrafin
the center channel of the rim adaptor Aqua Plus to eliminate traces of
so it follows the contour of the chlorine or other harmful metals
aquarium as the filter cube is being
contained in your tap water.
slid onto the aquarium (ill. G).
c) Add the correct dose of Nutrafin
Cycle, a densely concentrated solution
ill. G
of good bacteria which helps the
aquarium to mature more quickly.
d) Plug the filter cube's power cord into
transformer, and then the transformer
into the electrical outlet. If water does
not start to flow within 30 seconds,
Note: There is a notched section on
rotate the cube ¼ turn counter clock-
the rear of the base which will hold
wise to release air that may be trapped
the power cord straight and neat.
inside the filter. Reposition cube by
Tilt the aquarium forward and loop
turning it ¼ turn clockwise. Repeat
the power cord around the notch.
if water flow does not start.
This must be done prior to filling the
aquarium with water (Ill. H).
Note: It will take a few days
for the water flow to cover the side
ill. H
surfaces of the filtration cube.
STEP: 7 Introducing Inhabitants
Please consult with your local retailer to
give you recommendations regarding
DO NOT PLUG THE FILTER CUBE IN YET.
suitable inhabitants for your Fluval
chi
.
STEP 6: Adding water to your
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Fluval
a) Fill the aquarium with room Bright LED Lighting System
temperature water up to the maximum
The fountain lamp shines upwards
water level, as indicated on the filter
through the water coming from the
rim adaptor (ill. I).
pump, illuminating the fountain and
providing added ambience. This lamp
ill. I
remains on at all times (ill. J).
ill. J
Hint: To avoid disturbing the gravel bed,
slowly pour the water down the sides
of the glass.
Decorating the top of the Filter Cube
With the filter cube now in place, take this opportunity to add decor to the top of the filter cube. Use the included pebbles or choose one of the Fluval
that can be purchased separately and placed directly onto the filter cube. The included pebble basket can also be filled with the pebbles and placed on the top of the
cube. There are no wrong choices, however do not overload the filter cube with heavy objects as this will cause the filter cube or aquarium glass to break.
Pebble basket with pebbles Boxwood
Hint: The pebble basket is not only an added décor element, but when in use, it will reduce the sounds of the trickling water.
By placing the pebble basket on the top of the filter cube, the basket absorbs the sounds of the fountain.
The on/off lever located on the rear of
the filter cube activates 11 low voltage
LEDs for a diffused light effect that
shines brightly into the aquarium to
highlight the inhabitants and plants.
Moving the lever left to right will turn on
or off the lights (ill. K).
ill. K
Note: The 25 Litre / 6.6 US Gal.
chi
Fluval comes with a convenient
remote control switch that replaces
the on/off lever. The remote control
will switch the 11 LEDs on and off
from a distance or it can be placed
on the top of the filter mount for
safe keeping (ill. L).
ill. L
ATTENTION:
chi
DO NOT MOVE THE FLUVAL
ONCE IT IS FULL OF WATER.
chi
decor pieces
Pebble basket with lily pad flower and vines Grass
Aquarium Care and Maintenance For best results, please follow
our maintenance schedule
Regular care is essential. Use the
recommendations.
following guidelines to help establish an
effective care routine.
EVERY DAY:
You will need to carry out weekly or bi-
FEED THE INHABITANTS but do not
weekly partial water changes - but never
overfeed
change more than 40% of the water
CHECK ALL INHABITANTS for disease,
at any given time. Never completely
liveliness and normal behavior
empty your aquarium to clean it, as it
CHECK TEMPERATURE and make sure
will disturb the natural balance of the
the filter is running smoothly
aquarium.
REMOVE ANY DEBRIS like dead leaves,
Note: Depending on your home
uneaten food, etc.
environment, evaporation will occur
at varying rates. Adding tap water
EVERY WEEK:
will increase water hardness over
PARTIAL WATER CHANGE
time, changing the water's chemistry.
Because wastes accumulate continuously,
Rather than adding tap water, add
a partial water change (10 - 20%) is
de-mineralized water or perform
essential to ensure cleanliness and to
partial water changes more often.
reduce build-up of unwanted chemical
Change your filter media one half at a
waste (frequency of water change
time to preserve helpful bacteria. Only
depends on the type of your aquarium
use aquarium water to rinse the media -
set-up). Be sure to replace any water
never tap water. Never use soap or
you remove with water conditioned with
detergent on anything that will come
Nutrafin Aqua Plus, which should be at
into contact with the water. Take care
the same temperature as the aquarium.
when cleaning near the gravel - it can
CLEANING INSIDE AND OUT
scratch the glass.
RINSE FILTER PAD - For best results,
Only put your hands in the tank when
replace every 2-4 weeks.
absolutely necessary. Don't use per-
IMPORTANT: Do not rinse your filter
fume, hand cream etc. before putting
pads with tap water. Rinse them in a
your hands in the water.
bucket with water taken from your
Feeding your Inhabitants
aquarium. This way, you will not kill
Once your animals have been intro- off the beneficial bacteria that have
duced to the tank, avoid feeding it for
established on the filter pads. To
48 hours.
ensure constant presence of beneficial
bacteria, do not replace all filtration
Thereafter, it is essential that you
media at the same time.
DO NOT OVERFEED YOUR INHABIT-
ANTS. Use a gravel cleaner to remove waste
and siphon off water.
The standard rule of thumb is to feed
Clean inner and outer glass surfaces
them only as much as they can
with specially designed algae scrapers
completely consume in two minutes.
(see images below).
Available separately
NUTRAFIN MAX is a range of com-
plete, highly palatable and balanced
foods specially prepared with high
quality ingredients to meet the feeding
requirements of aquarium inhabitants.
Nutrafin Max food formulations include
natural ingredients and multivitamins to
support the overall well-being of the
animals. Advanced Yeast Extract (prebi-
otics) is also included to help support a
healthy digestive system and long term
conditioning the aquarium inhabitants.
Note: Do not use equipment that
Natural color enhancers are used
has come in contact with soap.
throughout the Nutrafin Max range to
EVERY MONTH:
target specific common shades, such
as red and yellow to bring out the CHECK YOUR SUPPLIES of food, water
natural colors.
conditioners, media and other regularly
used items.
Following a routine maintenance schedule
will result in a healthier aquarium. RINSE FOAM PAD - For best results,
replace every 2-3 months.
Note: Filter Maintenance: c) Remove filtration cube from the
aquarium.
WARNING: ALWAYS DISCONNECT
APPLIANCES IN THE AQUARIUM
d) Remove filter pad and foam pad.
FROM THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
BEFORE PLACING HANDS IN THE
ill. P
WATER.
How to Replace Filter Pads
a) Unplug the transformer from the
electrical outlet.
b) Remove pebble basket or decor
pieces if any are positioned on top of
e) Remove grill housing (ill. P).
the filter cube.
c) Fully rotate cube 180° counter
ill. Q
clockwise so that the filter cover is
pointing upwards (ill. M).
ill. M
f) Remove impeller cover (ill. Q).
ill. R
d) Lift open filter cover.
e) Pull tag to remove filter pad (ill. N).
ill. N
g) Remove impeller (ill. R).
h) Rinse it under clean water. NEVER
use soap or detergents, as traces
of cleaning products will harm the
f) Remove foam pad if necessary (ill. O).
inhabitants.
ill. O
Note: The filter cube is sealed and
protected against water penetration,
and can safely be washed or
submersed in water without
concern.
i) To replace, re-install impeller and
impeller cover.
g) Replace foam pad first then filter pad.
j) Replace grill housing, filter pads
h) Close filter cover, ensuring that it
and close the cover.
clicks. If you do not hear a click, then
verify that the filter pad and foam are k) Replace filter cube on aquarium,
and plug filter back into power outlet.
correctly positioned.
How to Care For the Impeller
and Motor
It is recommended that you remove
the motor and clean the impeller every
6 Months.
Keeping the impeller clean lengthens
its life and the life of the motor.
a) Unplug the transformer from the
electrical outlet.
b) Remove pebble basket or décor
tray if any are positioned on top of the
filtration cube.