WARNING!
Make sure all switches are in the off position and
unplug power cords from power source or outlet
before performing any maintenance.
Daily Maintenance
1. Visually observe the BioCube lighting and
filtration to make sure that the system is
functioning properly.
2. Check water level. Make sure to replace
evaporated water with freshwater to replenish
water supply (Figure 18).
Note: Use only freshwater to replace
evaporated water for both freshwater and
saltwater setup.
Caution: Do not top off water above the
maximum water level. Do not let water get
below the minimum water level.
Weekly Maintenance
1. Keep BioCube surfaces clean from dust
and debris. Wipe exposed surfaces with
a clean and dampened soft terrycloth.
2. Open canopy and wipe down light lens cover
with a clean and dampened soft terrycloth.
3. Inspect filtration system for clogging and
excessive accumulation of debris. Clean and
remove debris from surface, bottom intake
and overflow tray. Rinse parts if needed.
Note: Do not clean bio-balls. Cleaning the
bio-media is harmful to beneficial nitrifying
bacteria needed to break down ammonia
and nitrites.
Monthly Maintenance
1. Remove used filter cartridge and discard
(Figure 19). Replace with new cartridge.
Note: Make sure to rinse new filter cartridge
with cool freshwater before installing inside
BioCube.
2. Remove sponge filter from wet/dry section.
Rinse and clean sponge with cool freshwater
to remove accumulated organic buildup
(Figure 19).
MAINTENANCE
Filter Cartridge
Sponge Filter
FIGURE 18
FIGURE 19
Front
Micron
Filter Pad
(Mechanical
Filtration)
Activated
Carbon
(Chemical
Filtration)
Back
Maximum
Water Level
Minimum
Water Level
3. Disconnect water pump assembly from output
elbow attachment and detach pump from flexible
tubing (Figure 20).
FIGURE 20
Flexible Tubing
Water Pump
FIGURE 22
