5. Do not use the pump for reasons other than the
intended use. The use of attachments that are not
recommended or sold by the pump manufacturer may
cause the product to be unsafe. This is not recom-
mended.
6. Do not install or store the pump where it will be
exposed to weather or temperatures below freezing.
7. Make sure any component mounted on the
aquarium is securely installed before operating it.
8. Read and observe all the important notices on the
pump.
9. Ensure input voltage is the same voltage as your
local power supply.
10. Ensure your hand is dry when turning the power
switch on/off and when inserting/removing the power
cord from the receptacle.
11. If you are in any doubt about the electrical installa-
tion or safety of this product you must consult a
qualified electrician.
12. This pump is for indoor use only.
a) Do not use the pump in water above 35°C.
b) Always disconnect from electrical outlet before
cleaning, maintenance or handling the pump.
c) To protect against the risk of electrical shock, do not
immerse the plug of the motor in water or other liquid.
For Guarantee Conditions, please refer to
the Guarantee at the back of this instruc-
tion booklet.
Warning:
This appliance must not be disposed of
together with domestic waste. It must be
disposed of at an authorised centre set up
for the recycling of electrical and electronic
appliances. By collecting and recycling waste, you
help save our natural resources. Please Make sure
this product is disposed of in an environmentally
friendly and safe way.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical,
sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experi-
ence 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.
Warning: To guard against injury, basic safety
precautions should be observed, including the
following:
1. Read and follow all safety instructions before using
this appliance.
2. Danger: To avoid possible electric shocks, 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 authorised service facility for service
or discard the appliance.
a) If the aquarium shows any sign of abnormal water
leakage, immediately unplug all electrical appliances
from the power source.
b) Carefully examine the pump after installation. It
should not be plugged in when there is water on parts
which are not intended to be wet.
c) Do not operate any aquarium electrical appliance if
they have a damaged cord or plug, or if they are
malfunctioning, or dropped or damaged in any
manner.
d) The power cord of the pump cannot be replaced. If
the cord is damaged the motor should be scrapped.
A “drip loop” (See the diagram) should be arranged by
the user for each cord connecting the electrical
appliances in the aquarium to a receptacle. The drip
loop is the part of the cord below the level of the
receptacle. It is used to prevent water traveling along
the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.
If the plug or receptacle does get wet, do not unplug
the appliance. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker
that supplies the power to the appliance, then unplug
and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
3. Close supervision is necessary when the appliance
is used by or near children.
4. Always unplug all electrical appliances in the
aquarium from the electrical outlet, when not in use,
before putting on or taking off parts, before any type of
maintenance, or cleaning. Never yank the cord to pull
it from the outlet. Grasp the plug and unplug to discon-
nect.
Important Safeguards
