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Use the suction clips provided to fix the tube to the rear wall of the aquarium so it is
positioned correctly.
Fitting the valve taps
Attention:
to avoid the inconvenient siphoning effect which can empty the aquarium whilst
it is being maintained, PRIME is equipped with special valve taps to ensure a perfect shut-off
of the connecting tubes. Their unique design allows their release only in the OFF position.
Screw the valves tightly on to the sloping rotatable fittings protruding from the pump
assembly -Fig. 6-. Connect the flexible tubes to the valves following the same procedure
used to connect them to the collectors tubes.
Attention:
connect the outlet tube with the filter exit marked “OUT” and the intake tube to
the filter inlet marked “IN” -Fig. 7-.
Placement of the filter media
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Rotate the clips unlocking the pump assembly and open the filter by levering on the special
slots using your fingers -Fig. 8-.
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Remove the filter media container and open it by unscrewing the cover in an anticlockwise
direction -Fig. 9-. If the product is supplied with filter media, it will be located inside the
container.
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Remove the media from their plastic bags, rinse under water, and pour them in the net bags.
If the product is supplied without filter media,fill the container with the choosen materials.
Rinse the filter media before using them.
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Close the container very carefully screwing the cover in a clockwise direction and replace it
in the filter.
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Reassemble the pump assembly, paying attention to the correct position of the reference
marks -Fig. 10-, ensure the clips are in open position since forcing the unit in with these
closed will split the canister. Make sure the pump assembly is properly seated in the filter unit
and close the clips until they click into position. Check that the inlet and outlet systems, the
valves and nuts are all locked tightly. Open the valve taps by rotating the levers.
Starting the filter
The PRIME external filter is self-priming: it is sufficient to pour the water required for the
specific Prime model (see technical data table) into the priming chamber, and when it is
connected to the mains it will start functioning automatically.
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By pressing the red button in the direction of the “arrow” engraved on it, unscrew the priming
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tap and remove it -Fig. 11-.
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Fill up the priming chamber -Fig. 12-.
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Replace the tap and carefully twist it clockwise, until the red button relocates into position.
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Connect PRIME to mains supply, it will start automatically and all the air inside the filter body
and the tubes will be discharged through the impeller chamber. It is normal a certain amount
of noise due to the presence of air in the ducts until all the air is discharged. It may take a
short time for the filter to fully prime. Once the filter is running, the noise will disappear and
PRIME will work quietly and at its best.
Maintenance
Attention:
always disconnect all electrical equipment from the electricity supply, installed
both inside and outside your aquarium, before putting your hands in the water.
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Shut off both valves, unscrew them and remove them from the filter by pulling them off
the filter.
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Attention:
the valve taps must remain attached to the flexible tubes.
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It is normal for a very small amount of water inside the valves to be discharged, this does not
indicate faulty functioning of the valve taps. Place the filter body in a bowl to allow you to
open up the unit without fear of spillage.
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Open the clips until they click out of the locking position and take apart the pump assembly
from the filter by levering on the special slots -Fig. 8-.
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Pull out the filter media container by its handle and open by unscrewing the cover -Fig. 9-.
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To avoid destroying the colonies of bacteria in the substrate of the filter,it is recommended to
wash or to replace only one part of the filter media at one time.
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Close the container very carefully screwing the cover in a clockwise direcion and replace it
in the filter. Everytime the filter media is cleaned it is recommended that the rotor impeller
assembly is cleaned together with its chamber, priming chamber and all the water ducts.
Remove the priming chamber from the pump by unscrewing it -Fig. 14-.
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By pressing the red button in the direction of the “arrow” engraved on it, unscrew the priming
tap -Fig. 11-.
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Remove the pump chamber pulling it from its top -Fig. 15-. Remove the impeller from its
seating.
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Use a stiff brush clean carefully to remove all deposits and wash well under running water.
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Attention:
do not use solvents or detergents of any kind.
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Reassemble the whole unit in reverse order.
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For the models PRIME 20 and PRIME 30 ensure the “O” ring is in place. If necessary clean
all the deposits from the collectors,intake and outlet system and flexible tubes. For this
operation it is suggested that you use the special brushes available at your dealers.
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Replace PRIME as described under “INSTALLATION”, connect the valve taps, open the levers by
rotating them into the in-line position. Check the tightness of all nuts and connections and
re-prime the filter as described under “STARTING THE FILTER”.
Cautions
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This appliance is intended for indoor use only and for use in fluids up to 35° C.
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Be sure that the voltage of the mains supply corresponds to the voltage shown on the label
of the unit.
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Before connecting to mains supply be sure that the cord and the unit are undamaged.
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The cord of this unit cannot be replaced or repaired; in case of damage it will be necessary
to change the whole unit.
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This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for
their safety.
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Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
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Installation shall be performed in accordance with national wiring rules.
Guarantee
This device is guaranteed for a period of 24 months from the day of purchase, against
defects in material or manufacturing defects. Our guarantee does not apply to claims the
cause of which is due to installation and operation faults, lack of maintenance, misuse of the
appliance, effects of frost, furring and lime deposits or amateur attempts at repair work. The
consumable materials and the parts subjected to wear and tear, that must be periodically
replaced for normal maintenance of the device, are not included in our guarantee. The
certificate of guarantee must be completed by the retailer and is to be sent with the
appliance in case of return, together with the purchase receipt recording the day of purchase.
European union disposal information
This symbol means that according to local laws and regulations your product should
be disposed of separately from household waste. When this product reaches its end
of life, take it to a collection point designated by local authorities. Some collection
points accept products for free. The separate collection and recycling of your product
at the time of disposal will help conserve natural resources and ensure that it is
recycled in a manner that protects human health and the environment.
