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EASY CONNECTION SYSTEM INSTALLATION
This section only applies to Fluval Aquariums with Fluval External filter and “EasyConnect” System.
If your Aquarium Kit is equipped with a Fluval Internal filter, go directly to “Fluval Filter installation”
chapter.
Installing water intake/output with “EasyConnect”
system
(Intake/output fittings are included in the filter packaging)
Some Fluval Aquarium models feature the new and innovative “EasyConnect”
system, which allows the direct connection of the tank to the external filter
through the bottom glass by means of special fittings. Normally, the same
type of connection is achieved through specially-made devices, which are
complex and require the intervention of expert technicians. On the contrary,
in a few minutes the “EasyConnect” system can be easily and safely installed,
giving your aquarium the most professional and clean solution.
Before proceeding, identify and count all parts required by referring
to the exploded view in the side illustration. If any part is missing,
do not proceed with the installation and contact your local supplier.
Before proceeding, check stems (A) for the presence of all 3 rubber
rings (C). Do not proceed with the installation if one of the rubber
rings (C) is missing and contact your local supplier.
Locate the 2 openings in the tank bottom glass and assure that the
corresponding openings in the cabinet are aligned with them. The 2
openings in the tank bottom glass are complete with factory installed special
plastic fittings, which must never be removed, turned or loosened and with
two sealing plugs (P) and (Q).
The output group should be
installed in the opening (O),
whereas the intake group should
be installed in the opening (I).
Once the output/intake
groups are installed, do
not shift the tank with
respect to the cabinet as this
may damage the output/intake
devices and the glass tank.
Do not force, loosen or turn the
factory-installed special fittings
on tank openings (I) and (O).
Output system installation
1. Manually unscrew plug (P) and remove plug (Q) from opening (O) (Pict.1).
IMPORTANT
: keep plugs (P) and (Q) for any future use.
2. Slip connector stem (A) fully through opening (O) until it stops (Pict.2).
3. Open the cabinet. Screw and tighten the ring nut (R) onto the bottom end of stem (A) (Pict. 3).
4. Insert the ouput nozzle (N) into one end of output stem (B).
5. Insert output stem (B) onto connector stem (A) (Pict.4).
6. Regulate the height of output nozzles according to your requirement by sliding outlet stem
(B) along connector stem (A).
INTAKE
GROUP
OUTPUT
GROUP
Output
Nozzle (N)
Output
Stem (B)
Intake
Strainer (S)
Connector
Stem (A)
Ring Nut
(R)
TANK BOTTOM SEALING PLUGS
P
Q
Plugs
Connector Stem’s
Rubber Rings (C)
I
O
Locate the 2 openings (I) and (O) in the
tank bottom glass and the corresponding
holes in the cabinet
Pict. 1
Q
P
7. The output nozzles (N) can be easily rotated to divert the water flow where desired.
Direct water jets so as not to let water overflow from the tank. Avoid directing the water jets against the
LED Strip Light(s).
Intake system installation
1. Manually unscrew plug (P) and remove plug (Q) from opening (I) (Pict.1).
Important: keep plugs (P) and (Q) for any future use.
2. Slip the second connector stem (A) fully through opening (I) until it stops (Pict.2).
3. Open the cabinet. Screw and tighten the nut ring (R) onto the bottom end of the
second stem (A) (Pict.3).
4. Insert the intake strainer (S) onto connector stem (A) (Pict.5). The assembly end
result is shown on Pict.6 and Pict. 7.
The height of the intake strainer is high enough to suit the most standard aquarium
decorations. When decorating the aquarium, ensure it remains at least 5cm
from the gravel bottom at all times to prevent it from sucking gravel or sand and
ensure that no decorations block the passage of water. Ornaments and rocks should be positioned
while the aquarium is still dry.
CAUTION!
: Never force Connector Stems (A) sideways, as this may damage the output/intake systems
and the glass tank. If in the event a different filtration system is used, which does not require the Intake/
Output systems supplied with this unit (e.g. an internal filter), restore the initial conditions by removing
the 2 connector stems (A) and closing openings (O) and (I) with plugs (P) and (Q). Plug (Q) ensures a
watertight seal and has to be inserted into its seat by pressing it. Plug (P) is designed to protect plug
(Q) and ensure that plug (Q) remains in its seat properly. Screw plug (P) by hand only until it will go
without forcing it.
DO NOT USE ANY TOOLS, AS DOING SO MAY DAMAGE THE UNIT
.
Pict. 2
Connector
Stem (A)
Ring Nut
(R)
Pict. 3
Pict. 4
Output
Nozzle (N)
Output
Stem (B)
Pict. 5
Intake
Strainer (S)
Pict. 6
Pict. 7
