SAFETY WARNINGS
1) The CO
2
cartridge included with this kit contains pressurized CO
2
gas.
Do Not
Incinerate.
Do Not
Puncture.
Do Not
heat or store at temperatures above 60 °C (140 ° F).
2)
Do Not
inhale or discharge CO
2
gas towards face or body. Keep out of reach of children.
3) The CO
2
cartridge is
Not
refillable.
Do not
refill. Disposable cartridge. Only for use with aquarium.
4) This device and its consumable CO
2
cartridges are not intended for use by persons (including children) with significantly
impaired physical or mental capabilities, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the
appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
5)
Do Not
use for any purpose other than as described below.
6) CO
2
Cartridge. Not for use with other compressed air devices such as seltzer bottles, tire inflators or air guns.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
1) Make sure that the regulator valve is closed (turn fully clockwise)
(A)
.
2) Thread the regulator to the CO
2
cartridge quickly and tighten until valve pierces cylinder (snug fit)
(B)
.
Caution:
Ensure not to cross thread. Place CO
2
cartridge with the regulator valve in the bracket
(C)
.
3) To connect regulator to bubble counter/check valve, unscrew and remove clamping nut on side of regulator. Thread one end
of hose through the nut. Push hose onto regulator fitting and screw knob back onto regulator (hand tight)
(D)
. Cut hosing from
regulator to bubble counter. Ensure enough hose is leftover for diffuser installation. Connect hosing to bubble counter/check
valve by loosening tube lock connector with arrow pointing in (located at the top cap) Thread hose onto bubble counter/check
valve (hand tight). Thread remaining hose end onto tube lock connector with arrow pointing out (hand tight)
(E)
.
4) Unscrew bubble counter/check valve, fill with water and close (hand tight). Affix bubble counter/check valve to exterior
aquarium glass using suction cup. For best results, install between regulator and rim of aquarium.
5) To connect bubble counter/check valve to diffuser, push loose end of hose into top portion of CO
2
Diffuser (
F)
. Affix CO
2
Diffuser to inside tank glass
(G)
. Maximum CO
2
diffusion is achieved by placing CO
2
diffuser at the bottom of the tank.
6) Rest or hook CO
2
cartridge to side of tank
(H)
.
7) Once installation is complete, slowly open regulator until you see bubbles. Adjust bubble rate to 1 bubble every 2 seconds.
For best CO
2
economy and performance, turn regulator off when aquarium is not illuminated
. To facilitate subsequent
use, indicate off and desired CO
2
bubble rate positions on regulator and on/off knob with a marker. It is strongly recommended
to test pH and KH levels regularly and adjust CO
2
infusion to your specific aquarium water values.
8) Once bubble rate is adjusted, you will see the pressure # on the pressure gage. Please take down this number for future
reference.
Note:
As CO
2
cartridge empties, the pressure will lower and periodic adjustments to the bubble rate may be
required.
MAINTENANCE
When the pressure gage in front of the regulator indicates “0” this is an indication that the CO
2
cartridge is empty or is about to
be. Once the CO
2
cartridge becomes empty it must be removed and replaced, but before doing so, make sure that the regulator
valve is closed. The CO
2
cartridge provided with this kit is disposable and recyclable. Replacement CO
2
cartridges are available at
reputable pet retailers. To ensure proper performance of the system, we recommend replacing only with
Fluval CO
2
Cartridges
(
Item# 17555 - 1pack / #17556 - 3pack
). To replace CO
2
cartridge, follow points 1, 2, 9 and 10 of the installation instructions.
The ceramic disc can become clogged. For proper operation, replace ceramic disc on diffuser regularly (
Item #17549
).
Congratulations on your purchase of the
Fluval Pressurized CO
2
Kit – 45g
. This complete system is designed to efficiently supply aquariums up to
30 US Gal. (115 L) with the necessary quantities of CO
2
for optimum plant growth and health. To safely enjoy the benefits of this kit, it is important to
follow the Safety Warnings, Installation Instructions, and Maintenance information provided here.
THIS KIT INCLUDES:
1. High-Quality Regulator Valve
2. CO
2
Cartridge - 1 x 45 g
3. Support Base
4. Ceramic CO
2
Diffuser
5. 2-in-1 Bubble Counter/Check Valve
6. Hose
6
A
B
C
E
D
F
G
H
