Dear Customer,
Thank you for purchasing the new
FLUVAL “E”
series aquarium heater. The
superior performance and capability of this heater with “
” technology
is backed by Fluval’s well earned best in quality and design aquarium products.
For a complete understanding of the heaters operation and capabilities, please
read and follow these instructions for proper installation, maintenance and use.
Failure to do so may result in loss of fish and/or damage to the unit.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE REFERENCE.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
– To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed,
including the following:
1.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
and all the important notices on the appliance before using the heater. Failure to do so
may result in loss of fish life and/or damage to this appliance.
2.
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 shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug it from
the power source.
B. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is
water on parts not intended to be wet. Prior to installation, carefully check and make
sure the glass tube is not fractured.
WARNING!
The heater core is made of glass. Handle the unit with care at all times.
C. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, 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.
D. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or
receptacle getting wet, position the appliance to one
side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water
from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A “drip loop”
(see illustration) should be arranged by the user for
the cord connecting appliance to a receptacle. The
“drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level of the
receptacle or the connector if an extension cord is
used, to prevent water traveling along the cord and
coming in contact with the receptacle. If the plug or
receptacle does get wet,
DON’T
unplug the cord.
Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies
power to the appliance. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in receptacle.
3. 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. Children should be supervised to ensure that they
do not play with the appliance.
4. To avoid injury, do not touch hot parts.
5.
CAUTION:
Always unplug or disconnect all appliances in the aquarium from electricity
supply before carrying out maintenance. When inserting or removing the heater from
the water, always pull out the mains electricity plug and do not pull the equipment out
of the water until it has been allowed to cool for at least 30 minutes. Never yank cord
to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect. Always unplug an
appliance from an outlet when not in use.
6. This is an aquarium heater. Do not use an appliance for other than intended use (i.e.:
don’t use this heater on swimming pools, garden ponds, bathrooms, etc.). The use of
attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause a
dangerous situation.
7. This heater 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 heater is securely installed before operating it. The heater must be
immersed in water at least up to the
MIN. WATER LEVEL
indicated (but without
exceeding the depth of 100 cm - 39 inches). This aquarium heater must never operate
outside of water.
The heater must never operate without the heater guard.
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.
10.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
FLUVAL “E” SERIES with “
” Technology
Immediate and clear feedback for the well-being of your aquarium inhabitants!
The “E” series employs an advanced digital microprocessor monitoring system with dual
temperature sensors which continuously monitor and display the aquarium water
temperature. As well, it references the set temperature in relation to the actual water
temperature. During normal operation, when water temperature is within -1/+1 °C or
-2/+2 °F of the set temperature, the backlight of the LCD screen is green. If water
temperature exceeds the set temperature by 1 °C or 2 °F, the LCD’s backlight will turn red.
If water temperature is lower than the set temperature by more than 1 °C or 2 °F, the LCD’s
backlight will turn blue. If ever the temperature goes outside -/+3 °C or -/+5,5 °F of the set
temperature, the display will provide an alert by flashing.
*The heater is factory calibrated. Variables such as lower room temperature, wide
fluctuations, lack of an aquarium cover, presence of submersible pumps and filters,
aquarium placement in proximity to cooling sources, may require a higher wattage for
proper control. The volumes indicated are approximate values corresponding to water
temperatures up to 26°C/78°F with a room temperature of 20°C/68°F. If the ambient
temperature is higher than the set temperature of at least 1°C/2°F, or external sources of
heat elevate the aquarium temperature more than 1°C/2°F, the LCD display will remain red
untill conditions change.
THERMAL SENSOR
The temperature sensing technology as precise as an external probe!
The internal Thermal Sensor samples the actual water temperature directly through the
glass of the heater tube rather than the air temperature within the tube, as is the case with
standard bi-metallic strip thermostats. Since the Thermal Sensor actually reads the true
water temperature, it is more accurate and reliable than conventional bi-metallic heaters.
RELIABLE AND PRECISE ELECTRONIC COMPONENTS
Advanced Electronic Circuitry, no moving parts to wear out!
Since the FLUVAL E heater has no bi-metallic points, there are no moving parts to arc,
corrode or wear. The thermostatic control of the heater is separated from the water
thermal sensor, different from conventional bi-metallic heaters, where the sensor is directly
built into the thermostat. It is therefore less affected by extraneous factors.
INSTALLATION
It’s recommended to fill the aquarium with water that is close to the desired
temperature you are trying to achieve.
To ensure even and thorough distribution of warmed water and to provide an accurate
temperature readings, the heater must be placed in close proximity to a source of water
movement. Specifically, it should be placed at the rear of the aquarium, close to a filter or
pumps water output. Water
must
at all times cover the heater at least up to the MIN water
level indicated. Always maintain the water level in the aquarium to compensate for water
loss due to evaporation.
1. Position the heater in the aquarium and press suction cups firmly against glass, to
adhere to the aquarium wall. If rear glass mounting is not possible, use the side glass
mounting adapter
(ill.
A
)
. To fit the side mounting bracket, first remove the suction cups
from heater bracket, and place them in the slots of the side mounting bracket.
(ill.
B
and
(B)
(A)
