Operation - Red Sea S-500 Installation Und Betriebsanleitung

MAX S-Series LED Installation & Operation Manual's
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Operation

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MAX S Aquarium Flow Dynamics Overview
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The MAX ® S aquarium is divided into 3 parts: Main Tank, Rear Chamber and Top-up Reservoir.
The main tank and rear chamber are connected by a surface skimmer across the top of most of the length of
the tank and a number of flow holes located along the back wall.
The silent-flow downpipe system includes a transparent funnel with a flow-regulated main downpipe and a
secondary overflow pipe that is 25mm (1") above the main downpipe. The fine adjustment flow valve allows
for the water level in the rear chamber to be maintained at a constant height without hearing the water
returning to the sump. In the event of a change in flows or blockage in the main downpipe the overflow
pipe will accommodate all of the water flow to the sump. An incorrect setting of the flow valve will be
accompanied by the sound of the water returning to the sump and is an indication that the flow valve needs
adjusting.
When all of the circulation pumps are running and the flow valve is adjusted correctly the water in the main
tank will always be maintained just below the bracing bars but above the external trim so the water line in
the aquarium will never be visible from the outside. The water level in the rear chamber will be maintained
approximately 30mm (1¼") below the water level in the main tank ensuring a positive surface skimming at
all times. The height of the water in the rear chamber can be monitored through the viewing slot at the top of
the side panel on the right side of the chamber or by lifting the flap above the funnel.
Any loss of water due to evaporation will
cause a drop in the water level of the
sump. The float valve in the main pump
compartment of the sump controls the
automatic replenishment of top-up water from
the reservoir. The reservoir contains water for
approximately 5 days of evaporation. Top-up
water is added to the reservoir at the top left
corner of the rear chamber. The water level
in the reservoir can be monitored through the
viewing slot at the bottom of the side panel
on the left side of the chamber.
In the sump all water passes through 2
mechanical sponge filters before flowing into
the skimmer and accessory chambers. All of
the water then passes through the carbon
filter media before entering the main pump
chamber.
The main pump returns the water to the
aquarium and a regulated portion of the
flow is provided for the skimmer and in the
400/500 also to the chiller.
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