INSTRUCTIONS
EN
Preparing your Aquarium
1.
Carefully remove all components from the
packaging and ensure that nothing is missing
or damaged. (refer to component list)
2.
Thoroughly clean the aquarium, inside
and out, with a damp cloth, using fresh water.
NEVER USE SOAP OR DETERGENTS
on
anything being placed in the aquarium, as it
can be harmful to the inhabitants.
3.
The Fluval EDGE 23 L can weigh in excess
of 30 kg (70 lbs) and the Fluval EDGE 46L
can weigh in excess of 56 kg (125 lbs) once
decorated and filled with water. The location
of the aquarium is very important so choose
a
solid, level surface that cannot be
damaged by water
, which is away from
any electrical equipment, direct sunlight,
drafts, heat sources or high traffic areas.
4.
Remove any debris from the base unit and
ensure that the 6 anti-slip rubber feet are
secured in place. (ill.
A
)
5.
Place the base unit in position.
6.
Place the aquarium onto the base unit
with the open space on top of the tank, to
the rear.
Preparing your Filter
IMPORTANT: Set up your filter
according to the instruction manual
found in the EDGE filter box.
1.
Mount filter onto the rear column of the
Fluval EDGE. (ill.
B
)
2.
Connect rear column into the base unit,
ensuring all electrical cords pass through
the opening at the back of the rear column,
and the light unit is facing towards the front.
(ill.
C
)
3.
Center aquarium so that the top opening is
aligned with the rear column. When lowered,
the lamps will sit directly over the open space
of the aquarium. (ill.
D
)
Your Lighting System
Plug the transformer into the power socket
and test the light unit by operating the on/
off switch. (ill.
E
)
Decorating , adding water and
inhabitants to your EDGE
DO NOT place hands, décor
or
introduce any inhabitants into
the aquarium without removing
at least 25% of the water volume
as the displacement will over
flow the aquarium water, and
may cause damage to the
unit or the support surface.
Warning: Since water is employed
with the use of an aquarium, do not
place aquarium on surfaces that can
be damaged by water.
1.
Rinse ornaments and gravel (sold
separately) to remove any debris before
adding to your aquarium.
2.
Add gravel to the aquarium.
3.
Fill the aquarium up to half its height with
room temperature water and decorate with
plants, rocks etc…
4.
Add 1/2 capful (23 L), 1 capful (46 L),
of Nutrafin Aqua Plus to eliminate traces of
chlorine or other harmful metals contained
in your tap water.
5.
Dose with
Nutrafin Cycle.
Cycle is
a densely concentrated solution of good
bacteria which helps the aquarium to mature
more quickly. Add 15 mL (23 L), 25 mL (46
L), of
Nutrafin Cycle
on day 1 and then
another 7.5 mL (23 L), 10 mL (46 L), the
following 2 days.
6.
Add more water, leaving enough room to
float the inhabitants in their plastic bag until
they acclimatise to the temperature of the
aquarium water. Simply float the bag in the
aquarium to regulate water temperature in
the bag and reduce the risk of stressing your
inhabitants. It is not recommended to pour
the water from the bag into your aquarium.
EDGE Friendly Species: Betta Splendens,
Barbs, Danios, Goldfish, Crystal Red
shrimps, Snails.
Allow a minimum of 3 litres of water for
every 1cm of fish, excluding the tail. Fish
are usually sold as juveniles, so you will
need to allow some extra space for your
fish to grow. Some tropical fish require
the use of an aquarium heater. Consult
with your fish dealer for species’ specific
aquarium and heater requirements.
7.
Once all gravel, décor and inhabitants
have been added, top up the aquarium with
water to 5mm above the top surface of the
aquarium so that the water partly fills the
raised section of the tank. (ill.
F
)
8.
Start EDGE filter according to the
directions mentioned in its manual.
Hint: If air bubbles become trapped
under the top glass plate, use an algae
magnet to sweep the bubbles to the
open area. (See ill. below)
Attention: Do not move the Fluval
EDGE when it is full of water.
9.
Place cover on top of aquarium, ensuring
that the tabs underneath are facing towards
the front. (ill.
G
)
Feeding your Fish
Once your fish has been introduced to the
tank, avoid feeding it for 48 hours.
Thereafter, it is essential that you
DO NOT OVERFEED YOUR FISH.
The standard rule of thumb is to feed
them only as much as they can completely
consume in two minutes.
Summary of Contents for Edge 23 L
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