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MAINTENANCE
CAUTION: Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off
parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
FX6 IMPELLER MAINTENANCE
The impeller well has an effective self-cleaning feature. However it is recommended that you remove the motor and
inspect the impeller as part of your routine maintenance. Keeping the impeller clean lengthens its life and the life of the
motor. Prior to performing pump care the FX6 Filter must be completely emptied of water, media baskets, and media.
1. To remove the pump unit:
A. Place the filter unit upside down on a secure work area so that the pump
screws and screw seats are visible. Remember that the output tube protrudes
slightly from the top rim of the canister. Be sure not to bend or damage the tube
while it is upside down.
B. Unscrew the 4 fixing screws using a Phillips screwdriver (cross headed).
Screws are located around the motor housing.
C. Remove the impeller assembly by grasping its flange (black disc).
2. Clean the impeller and the impeller well thoroughly by rinsing with clear
running water.
3. Re-assemble all pump components with care:
D. Align the two arrows on the impeller assembly. Before inserting the
impeller, gently press the magnet against the flange to be sure that the flange
bushing is fully in its seat.
E. Replace seal ring if necessary. Please refer to the Maintenance Frequen-
cy Chart.
4. Re-attach the pump unit to the canister using the 4 fixing screws with a
Phillips screwdriver (cross headed). While re-assembling the pump, the 4 fixing
screws should be gently screwed until pump motor cover and canister are securely
attached. Note: Do not over tighten housing to canister.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that impeller bearing (bushing and O-Ring) is correctly
placed at the bottom of the impeller well. Though the bushing is made of
very resistant material, it is prone to wearing in certain conditions. For this
reason, it is recommended that you replace it whenever the impeller unit
is replaced. Follow the instructions provided with the replacement parts
package. For any details, please refer to the Maintenance Frequency Chart.
IMPORTANT: Be sure that the seal ring does not slip between the impeller
flange and the motor and that the impeller bearing (bushing and O-Ring) is
correctly placed at the bottom of the impeller well.
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CAUTION:
parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
5. Re-assemble the unit
1. Stack the baskets, aligning them so all shapes match. Re-insert the T-handles into their vertical slots, and
lower the baskets into the filter canister. Foam in upper basket should be just about even with the top edge of
the canister.
2. Replace filter lid.
A. Inspect the lid gasket for wear and tear.
B. Place filter lid back on canister. There is only one orientation
possible. Gently press the lid down until the output tube, affixed to
the inside of the filter canister, is firmly seated in the output (OUT)
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valve lid opening.
IMPORTANT:
out of its seat, be sure to fully re-insert it under the IN connection of
the lid.
3. Replace and hand-tighten the eight lid fasteners. The lid is
properly closed when it is in direct contact with the canister. DO
NOT USE ANY TOOLS, AS DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT.
4. Place the IN and OUT valves back on the lid connectors and
press firmly until they click into place. Be sure the IN valve is
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connected to the hose attached to the intake strainer, and the OUT
valve is connected to the hose attached to the output nozzle.
5. Open the IN valve (turn to vertical position).
6. With the IN valve already open, open the OUT valve. Do not
change this sequence, or the canister will not refill properly. If the
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canister is no longer primed, see "Start the Filter".
7. You will be able to hear water filling the canister. Meanwhile,
air will be forced through the output nozzle, causing bubbling and
agitation in the aquarium. Once the bubbling in the aquarium stops,
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plug the power cord back in. The pump will resume its normal stop/
start sequence as described in "Start the Filter."
Any other servicing should be performed by an authorized
service representative.
MAINTENANCE
Always unplug any appliances from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off
If the inlet tube attached to the canister lid has slipped
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