FLOW RATES
Do not exceed the maximum flow rates as this will considerably reduce the
efficiency of the unit.
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ecton 120 Nano:
For aquariums up to 120 litres/30 imp gal/35 US gal
Maximum flow/hr: 360 litres/90 imp gal/105 US gal
Always use the largest diameter hose possible, this will ensure that you get the
maximum performance from your water pump.
CONNECTION TO THE ELECTRICAL SUPPLY
Power must be supplied through a Residual Current Device (RCD) with a rated
residual operating current not exceeding 30 mA.
This unit is supplied fitted with a moulded plug:-
For the United Kingdom: Fitted with a 3 Amp BS1363A plug
For Mainland Europe:
Fitted with a Schuko 10/16 Amp two pole and earth plug
For the USA:
Fitted with a 15 Amp two pole and earth plug
LAMP LIFE
The UV lamp fitted in this unit has a usable of life of 8000 hours (one year).
At 8000 hours the lamp will still be glowing brightly but the emission of
germicidal UVC will have deteriorated to approximately 85% efficiency.
For the majority of home aquarium applications the lamp should be changed
once a year (8000 hours).
For more critical applications the lamp should be changed at 4000 hours.
ROUTINE MAINTENANCE
The UV lamp should be changed at intervals of either 4000 hours or 8000
hours dependent on application. At each lamp change the quartz sleeve should
be removed and cleaned.
LAMP REPLACEMENT AND QUARTZ CLEANING
Isolate from electrical and water supplies before removing the cover of
the unit.
Caution:
If the cover of the unit is wet, gently wipe away any water before
removing for servicing or maintenance. This will prevent water accidentally running
onto the electrical components.
Remove the cover and lift out the white plastic body. To dismantle the body, pull
off the white plastic lampholders at either end (see diagram) and slide the lamp out
carefully.
Next, unscrew the two compression fittings located at either end of the white
plastic body (see diagram) and slide off the two ‘O’ rings.
Then slide out the quartz sleeve. Clean the sleeve and polish with a soft cloth or
paper towel. If you live in a hard water area there may be some limescale on the
quartz sleeve. This can be easily removed by soaking the sleeve in a proprietary
kettle descaling solution. Failure to remove the limescale will limit the effectiveness
of the UV lamp.
ASSEMBLY PROCESS
Slide the quartz sleeve back into the white plastic body. Ensure that you locate
the ‘O’ rings accurately on the ends of the quartz. Failure to do so will result in
leaks when the water is turned on.
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1. Lampholder 2. Compression Fitting 3. UV lamp
4. Quartz Sleeve 5. ‘O’ Ring 6. Hosetail Socket
7. White Body
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