SETTING UP YOUR REEF CUBE AQUARIUM
All plumbing components are already glued into place except where threaded joints are required
for assembly into the aquarium or to allow access for maintenance. Two people may be required to
connect the plumbing through the base of the aquarium, one to access from above the weir and one to
hold pipes in place below the aquarium. (Fig. 2)
1. Insert the threaded end of the drain pipe (1) into the larger hole in the base of the weir. Ensure the
rubber grommet is placed between the glass and the connection.
2. Attach the lower drain bulkhead (2) to the male thread beneath the aquarium. Ensure a rubber
grommet is in place beneath the glass. Do NOT over tighten, hand tightened is sufficient.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2 with the return pipes (5 & 6). Ensure rubber grommets are used on both sides
of the glass and the threaded elbow at the top of the return pipe is facing towards the round hole in the
overflow.
4. Ensure the sump is on the far left hand side of the cabinet so that the drain pipe sits directly over
the sump inlet. Attach the bottom section of the drain (3) by connecting the barrel union.
5. Attach the flexible outlet (4) to the return pipe. The outlet extension should pass through the round
hole in the overflow grill.
6. Ensure the hole in the top of the drain pipe remains free, this will minimize noise caused as water
exits the aquarium. (Fig. 3)
7. Follow the instructions provided with the return pump to install into the sump. Place the pump in the
position noted on pages 3-4 and use the elbow intake as described in the instructions. A short length
of flexible hose is provided to connect the pump to the return pipe (6). A hose clamp is also provided to
secure the hose onto the pipe.
8. Unpack the supplied filter sock and place it in the location shown on pages 3-4.
9. Fill the aquarium with water such that the water overflows into the sump and fills the last section
(where the return pump sits) to about 5cm above the maximum operating water level mark. When
running, the water level should always remain above the minimum operating water level mark.
10. Unpack and install the protein skimmer in the left hand side of the sump. Follow the instructions
supplied with the skimmer. The intake strainer should be removed from the Xyclone skimmer before
installation.
11. Unpack and install the heater in the sump in the same section as the protein skimmer. Ensure the
heater is fully submerged at all times.
NOTE: Plumbers tape is supplied on threaded fittings; it is highly recommended that this be replaced if
the plumbing is disconnected at any time.
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