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* Pump Output:

flow rates were measured with pump only, with no attachments or accessories

connected to it.

** Filter Circulation:

flow rates were measured with intake and output hoses, without any in-tank

accessories or filtering media.

SECTION #2

INSTALLING THE FLUVAL EXTERNAL FILTER AND PREPARING FOR START-UP

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

- To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed,

including the following:

READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

And all the important notices on the appliance before using the filter pump.
Failure to do so may result in loss of fish and/or damage to this appliance.

DANGER

- To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is employed

in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the following situations, do not attempt repairs
yourself; return the appliance to an authorized service facility for service or discard the appliance.
A. If the appliance falls in the water, DON‘T reach for it! First unplug it and retrieve it. If electrical

components of the appliance get wet, unplug the appliance immediately.

B. If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage or if the RCD (or GFCI- Ground Fault

Current Interrupter) switches off, disconnect the power supply cord from the main power supply
and remove the pump from the water.

C. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged if there is water on

parts not intended to be wet.

D. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or it is

dropped or damaged in any manner. The power cord of this appliance cannot be replaced; if the
cord is damaged, the appliance should be discarded. Never cut the cord.

E. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or socket getting wet, make a DRIP LOOP

according to the instructions reported in chapter “IMPORTANT GENERAL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS“ in the Introduction.

3. Close supervision is necessary when any electrical appliance is used near children. Do not allow

children to use this appliance. This appliance is not a toy.

4. To avoid injury, do not touch moving parts or hot parts.
5.

CAUTION

– Always unplug or disconnect all appliances in the aquarium from the electricity supply

before placing hands in water, before putting on or taking off parts and while the equipment is being
installed, maintained or handled. Never yank the cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp the plug
and pull to disconnect. Always unplug the appliance from the outlet when not in use.

6. This is an aquarium filter pump. Do not use this pump for other than its intended use (i.e.: do not

use in swimming pools, bathrooms, etc.). The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
• Do not use this filter pump in swimming pools or other situations where people are immersed.
• This filter pump is suitable for use in water temperatures up to 35° C / 95° F.
• Do not use this filter pump with inflammable or drinkable liquids.

7. This filter pump is suitable for INDOOR use only . Do not install or store the appliance where

it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing.

8. Make sure that the pump is securely installed before operating it. Do not allow the filter pump to

run dry.

9. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with proper rating should be used. A cord rated for less

amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord
so that it will not be tripped over or pulled. The connection should be carried out by a qualified
electrical installer.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.

For the complete use and understanding of this product it is

recommended that this manual is thoroughly read and understood. Failure to do so may result in
damage to this product.

FLUVAL EXTERNAL FILTER: TECHNICAL CHARACTERISTICS

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