Red Sea Complete Plug & Play MAX E Series, Руководство по модернизации

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Introduction
Congratulations on your purchase of the MAX ® E-Series upgrade kit to
convert the rear sump of your MAX ® E-Series complete reef system to an
in-cabinet sump.
This manual covers the installation and operation of the in-cabinet sump
and complements the operation manual provided with your E-Series
aquarium system.
Upgrade Options
• Piping kit : Includes flow-regulated main downpipe, a secondary overflow
bypass pipe and return pipes for assembly in the multiport bulkhead.
• Glass Sump (optional): including Bubble trap sponge, 225 micron filter
bags and Float valve for automatic top-up and RO Reservoir.
• Rear Cover (optional): An optional rear cover is available to replace the
sump screen. This cover reduces noise from the water fall of the surface
skimmer and will help in reducing evaporation.
Overview of the E-Series water management system
Pipe System
The silent-flow downpipe system includes a flow-regulated main
downpipe and a secondary overflow bypass pipe.
The fine adjustment flow valve on the main downpipe enables the water
level in the rear to be maintained at a constant height between the intakes
of the main and bypass pipes, which ensures positive surface skimming
while eliminating all noise from the water flow to the sump. An incorrect
setting of the flow valve will be accompanied by the sound of the water
returning to the sump and is an indication that the flow valve needs
adjusting.
The multidirectional eyeball outlet on the return pipe is easily
disassembled for maintenance.
Sump /ATO (optional)
Water from the flow-regulated main downpipe and the secondary
overflow bypass pipe enter a compact reception chamber in the sump that
is also suitable for housing chemical media such as carbon.
The water then flows through the 225 micron filter before entering the
constant-height main reactor or skimmer chamber. If the filter bags are
not cleaned frequently enough and become blocked, the water will bypass
the filter bags without affecting the overall operation of the sump.
A bubble trap labyrinth with coarse foam separates the reactor chamber
from the pump compartment to prevent bubbles from the skimmer being
returned to the aquarium.
Any loss of water due to evaporation will cause a drop in the water level
in the pump compartment of the sump which will be compensated by the
ATO system.
Maintaining a constant water height in the pump compartment (with the
ATO) is essential for the stability of the entire water management system
by ensuring a constant head pressure on the intake of the main pump.
The reservoir contains water for approximately 3 days of evaporation and
should be kept topped up at all times.
It is recommended to use a return pump with at flow of at least 2700 lph.
Installation
Before adding the sump to the cabinet it is recommended to seal the join
between the walls and the base of the cabinet with a silicone sealant.
Please refer to the accompanying graphic manual as directed below.
1. Switch off all of the components at the power center.
2. Remove the Rear Sump Screen and the grill from the return outlet
port.
3. Inspect the plugged multiport bulkhead from the cabinet side while
the cabinet is still empty to better understand the construction.
4. Unplug the skimmer pump and remove the skimmer from the rear
sump.
5. Make sure that the cabinet doors are correctly aligned (review the
instructions in the cabinet assembly manual). Once the sump is in
position it will not be possible to make adjustments to the lower
hinge without moving the sump. Insert the sump into position in the
cabinet, see the graphic manual for the exact position. Do not put the
RO reservoir in position or add any other additional equipment to the
sump until instructed.
6. Syphon aquarium water from the skimmer chamber of the rear sump
down into the empty sump until the
skimmer chamber is dry
and
remove any remaining water with a cloth.
7. The water in the main tank will drop to between 9cm (3.5”) and
16.5cm (6.5”) below the normal water height. There is more than
enough room in the sump to take all of the water that will drain from
the tank.
8. Remove the 3 plugs from the multiport bulkhead by either
unscrewing by hand from the top of the tank or by using an open
pair of pliers from the cabinet side. Any residual water in the
skimmer chamber will flow through the open bulkhead.
9. Thread the 3 top pipes into the multiport bulkhead as shown in the
graphic manual. Make sure that that the O-rings are in position on
the connectors before assembly. To ensure correct assembly, firmly
hold the threaded connectors from inside the cabinet and tighten
well by hand. Do not use tools. Avoid unscrewing the pipes from the
multiport bulkhead once assembled as the locking mechanism that
prevents counter-rotation will be less effective.
10. Insert the return outlet assembly into the outlet port and return pipe
and tighten the securing nut.
11. Connect the main downpipe and secondary overflow bypass pipe
to the connectors of the top pipes as shown in the graphic manual.
Make sure that that the O-rings are in position on the connectors
before assembly.
12. Using the flexible hose provided attach your return pump to the
return pump connector making sure that all joins are secure and if
necessary add a hose clip. Place the return pump into the return
pump chamber in the sump and attach to the connector of the return
pipe.
13. After assembly check that the pipes are vertical and the securing
nut is holding the pipe in position. Do not use tools and do not
overtighten.
14. Check that the outlet nozzles of the return pipe and the circulation
pumps are pointed downwards.
Technical Data
Model Sump Total
Volume
Sump
Working
Volume
Total System
volume with
Sump
Skimmer
Chamber
Dimensions
MAX
®
E-170 85L – 22gal 41L – 11gal 200L – 53gal 30 x 32cm
11.8" x 12.6"
MAX
®
E-260 95L – 25gal 46L – 12gal 288L – 76gal 35 x 32cm
13.8" x 12.6"
WARNING
: If you are not experienced in the installation of aquarium
systems, seek suitably qualified assistance.
Note
: Before performing the upgrade prepare new seawater according
to the sump working volume (see table above) plus 6% to
compensate for the higher water level in the rear sump.
Red Sea MAX
®
E-Series | In-Cabinet Sump Upgrade Manual ENG