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Please follow these instructions for proper regular care each time the
Magnum media is serviced:
1. Shut down system and remove Canister.
2. Change media:
CARBON/MEDIA CONTAINER
Remove media and rinse container thoroughly. Refill container
with Black Diamond Activated Carbon and
rinse carbon
thoroughly.
Rinse or replace Rite-Size Filter Sleeve.
Environmental Tip
...Used activated carbon can be added to garden soil to aid
in plant fertilization (does not apply to media used with fish medications).
MICRON CARTRIDGE
Remove and clean Cartridge –
never brush or machine wash.
Rinse off all visible dirt. Mix a solution of one part chlorine
bleach to three parts water. Immerse cartridge completely in
solution and soak overnight. Rinse thoroughly until chlorine
smell disappears.
For Best Results
...Purchase a second Micron Cartridge for alternate use while
original Cartridge soaks and dries thoroughly.
3. Clean Canister thoroughly, especially sump area.
4. Clean Impeller Assembly and inspect for wear and smooth
rotation. If excess wear is noted, replace worn parts immediately.
6. Gently clean flat Rubber Gaskets with warm water only.
7. Wash O-Ring Seating Area on Canister and Cover.Wet O-Ring
before reinstalling.
8. Reassemble system and return to operation as previously instructed.
CAUTION:
IF YOU HAVE INSTALLED QUICK DISCONNECT VALVES…
always close all valves before disconnecting.
!
MAGNUM QUICK DISCONNECT VALVES
Installation/Operation/Maintenance
Magnum Quick Disconnect Double Valves are featured as standard equipment
with the Magnum 350 Deluxe Convertible Canister Filter and Magnum 350
PRO System. Single and Double Valves may be purchased separately for use
with the Magnum 220 (1/2” Valves) and 350 (5/8” Valves).
INSTALLATION
Install
Valves
after completing hose installation (Figure 19).
Begin installation on hoses leading from top of
Magnum Canister
.
Choose convenient, easily accessible location along tubes for valves.
Cut and remove 5” of hose where valves are to be installed.
NOTE:
If installing Single Valves make sure the ON/OFF Flow
Regulator is located on the Upper Hose Section.
Figure 19
Upper
Hose to
Aquarium
Lower
Hose to
Magnum
Compression
Nut
Lock
Compression
Nut
Coupling
Barrel
ON/OFF or FLOW
REGULATOR
ON/OFF or
FLOW REGULATOR
Double Valves Shown
On
Position
Off
Position
Off
Position
