IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
- To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
1.
For the complete enjoyment, use and understanding of this product,
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
and all-important notices on the Power Filter before using.
Failure to do so may result in damage to the unit.
2.
DANGER
— to avoid possible electrical shock, special care should be taken since water is employed
in the use of this equipment. For each of the following situations, do not attempt repairs yourself;
return the Fluval Power Filter for repair to an authorized service facility for service or discard the
appliance.
I.
If the Fluval Motor Unit falls into the water
DO NOT
reach for it! First unplug it and then retrieve it.
If any of the electrical components of the Power Filter get wet, unplug it immediately.
II.
If the Motor Unit shows any sign of abnormal water leakage or if RCD (or GFCI- Ground Fault
Current Interrupter) switches off, disconnect the power supply cord from the wall socket and
remove pump from water.
III.
Carefully examine the Power Filter after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is water on
parts not intended to be wet.
IV.
Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or if 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.
V.
To avoid the possibility of the Power Filter’s plug or socket getting wet, position
the unit to one side of a wall mounted socket to prevent water from dripping
onto the socket or plug. A “drip loop” (A) should be arranged. The “drip loop” is
the part of the cord below the level of the socket or the connector if an extension
cord is used, to prevent water travelling along the cord and coming into contact
with the socket. If the plug or socket does get wet,
DO NOT
unplug the cord.
Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then
unplug and examine for presence of water in the socket.
3.
WARNING
- Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children. 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 contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters, reflectors, lamp bulbs,
impeller etc...
5.
CAUTION
— Always unplug or disconnect all appliances in the aquarium from electrical supply
before placing hands in water, before putting on or taking off parts and whilst the equipment is being
installed, maintained or handled. When inserting or removing the pump from the water, always pull
out the main electrical plug. Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect. Always unplug appliances from the socket when not in use.
6.
This is an aquarium filter-pump. Do not use this pump for other than its’ intended use (i.e.: do not
use in swimming pools, bathrooms, etc.). The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition, and will invalidate your warranty.