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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the Solana Aquarium System. This Solana combines
the newest innovations in aquarium technology with simple yet fashionable design. The
Solana utilizes advances in aquarium keeping that have made maintaining both freshwater
and saltwater aquariums easier and more exciting than ever before, giving you the ability to
keep a wider variety of underwater species.
Please carefully read through this manual before proceeding with the setup of your Solana.
The manual covers the setup, maintenance and use of all components as well as their role in
the Solana Aquarium system. The manual does take into account different types of setups,
however information specific to the inhabitants of your aquarium should be obtained from
your local aquarium supply retailer or resource.
The Solana Aquarium Components
The Aquarium
The Solana uses clear 6mm glass panels fused at the edges to create an aquarium that
perfectly accentuates the inhabitants inside while providing unparalleled strength. A glass
cover, complete with cutouts for easy removal and power cord clearance, aids in reducing
evaporation. It is highly recommended that the glass top be used on the Solana at all times.
Filtration
Blending into the rear portion of the aquarium, the Solana uses an integrated filtration system,
housing all the critical filtration components vital to the aquarium’s health and appearance.
Water is pulled from the main portion of the aquarium through the
Surface Skimmer
,
drawing water from the top of the water column where the majority of waste accumulates in
an aquarium. Water passes through a mechanical pre-filter sponge to remove heavy wastes
and algae, reducing heavy waste buildup in the biological filtration section, improving water
quality.
Following the pre-filter, water enters the Solana’s
Protein Skimmer
(for use with saltwater
systems) where it is blended with air and injected laterally into a fusion cylinder where
the micro-air bubbles and waste-laden water are subjected to unprecedented dwell time to
produce waste foam. This foam is pushed into the collection cup, completely separating it
from the aquarium water where it can be discarded easily.
Water exits the protein skimmer, cascading over the
Drip Tray
and
Filter Pad
and filtering
out any remaining waste. Water is then distributed in an even pattern through the
Drip Plate
into the
Biological/Chemical Chamber
, containing NanoBall biological media and activated
carbon. The highly oxygenated water coming directly from the protein skimmer is extremely
beneficial to the aerobic bacteria inhabiting the biological media, enhancing the ability of the
bacteria to break down harmful ammonia and nitrite quickly. The included activated carbon
chemical media will help remove impurities and discoloration in the water. The easy to use
carbon packs (part M ) should be replaced monthly for best results.
preparation
