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Make certain the outlet has power and is functioning properly.
Check to see that aquarium water is at correct level.
Inspect Intake Tube and Strainer for obstructions.
Remove and inspect Pump Assembly. Remove Impeller
Assembly and check for wear and/or obstruction.
Check Motor Housing for obstructions.
Remove Impeller Housing and Impeller Assembly.
Make certain Magnetic Impeller Assembly is free to rotate.
Debris may be hindering silent rotation.
Replace worn or damaged Magnetic Impeller Assembly.
Refer to parts list for part number.
Make sure Motor Housing is suspended properly in Flexible
Pump Mount. Also check to make sure that Intake Tube and
Strainer are not impeded in any way.
Allow 24-48 hours for “breaking in” period. Material in
a BIO-Wheel is not fully absorptive when new.
Check aquarium water level. Lower than normal levels can
result in excessive splash or noise.
Don’t panic. Chances are, the wheel is not
permanently
stopped. Irregular rotation, including brief pauses, is normal.
As long as the wheel continues to move periodically and
remains wet, it is functioning properly.
Make sure BIO-Wheel Bearings are free of obstruction.
Make sure BIO-Wheel Chamber is free of obstruction.
Inspect BIO-Wheel Bearings and Axle for dirt or mineral
deposits. If evident, clean these areas carefully.
Make sure all parts are installed properly and that there are no
obvious obstructions to free rotation.
Examine Intake Tube for flow obstruction.
Unplug pump,lift Eclipse Filter Pad and check for blockage.
Change if necessary.
Perform regular filter maintenance.
SYMPTOM
COMMENTS/SOLUTION
This is not a problem.It indicates the development of beneficial
biological culture.
Do not attempt to clean BIO-Wheel pleats.
Make sure Light Cord is plugged into proper receptacle.
If lighting is connected to a timer, check for proper function.
Inspect Lamp(s) for burnout.Turn off power and change
Lamp(s) (pg. 16).
NOTE:
High output (HO) or very high output (VHO)
lamps are inappropriate for the Eclipse unit and should
not be used under any circumstances.
Do not attempt to service Lamp or starter assembly.
Call Marineland Customer Service if problem persists.
SYMPTOM
COMMENTS/SOLUTION
If a BIO-Wheel
becomes discolored…
If fluorescent lights
do not turn on…
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
LIMITED WARRANTY
Within two years from the date of original purchase, Marineland Aquarium Products
will repair or replace, at its option, any Eclipse which is deemed defective in
workmanship or materials.
Please return the unit, together with proof of date of purchase, to your local
dealer or send unit (postage paid) to:
Marineland Aquarium Products
6100 Condor Drive
Moorpark, CA 93021
Eclipse Fluorescent Lamps are pretested at the factory and are warranted separately.
If,within a period of 90 days from date of purchase,a Lamp fails to illuminate (and has not
been damaged through owner misuse),Marineland will replace it at no extra charge.
Damage or injuries resulting from negligence or misuse are not covered by this warranty.
Incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded*. This warranty gives you
specific legal rights.You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
*Because some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages, this exclusion
may not apply to you.
If your system fails
to start (or stops)
pumping water…
If your system
makes mechanical
noise…
If your system
makes vibrational
noise…
If your BIO-Wheel
splashes and/or
makes excessive
water noise…
If a BIO-Wheel stops…
If,however,BIO-Wheel
appears permanently
stopped or obstructed…
