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Set Up Instructions
All plumbing components are already glued
into place except where threaded joints are
required for assembly into the aquarium or to
allow access for maintenance. Two people will
be required to connect the plumbing through
the base of the aquarium, one to access from
above the weir and one to hold pipes in place
below the aquarium.
1. Insert the threaded end of the drain pipe
(1) into the larger hole in the base of the weir.
Ensure the rubber grommet is placed between
the glass and the connection.
2. Attach the lower drain pipe (2) to the male
thread beneath the aquarium. Ensure a rubber
grommet is in place beneath the glass. Do
NOT overtighten, hand tightened is sufficient.
3. Repeat step 1 and 2 with the return pipes
(6 & 7). Ensure rubber grommets are used
on both sides of the glass and the threaded
elbow at the top of the return pipe is facing
towards the front of the aquarium.
4. Feed the lower elbow (3) through the lid
(4). The elbow should be facing the lower
drain pipe so they can be connected using the
barrel union.
5. Attach the flexible outlet (5) to the return
pipe. The threaded section should pass
through a hole in the overflow grill.
6. Ensure the hole in the top of the drain pipe
remains free, this will minimise noise caused
as water exits the aquarium.
7. Follow the instructions provided with the
return pump to install into the sump. Place
the pump in the position noted on page 5 and
use the elbow intake
as described in the
instructions. A short length of flexible hose is
provided to connect the pump to the return
pipe (7). A hose clamp is also provided to
secure the hose onto the pipe.
8. Unpack the supplied filter media and place
in the locations shown on page 5. Place the
lid on the filter and connect the barrel union
(2 & 3)
9. Fill the aquarium with water such that the
water overflows into the sump and fills the last
section (where the return pump sits) to about
5cm above the
maximum operating water
level
mark. When running, the water level
should always remain above the minimum
operating water level mark.
10.
The heater should be placed in the first
(left) section of the sump where the water
level is highest and stays constant.
NOTE: Plumbers tape is supplied on threaded
fittings; it is highly recommended that this be
replaced if the plumbing is disconnected at
any time.
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