INSTALLING WATER INTAKE/OUTPUT WITH EasyConnect SYSTEM
OUTPUT NOZZLE (N)
All Fluval PROFILE aquariums feature the innovative EasyConnect
system, which allows you to directly connect the tank to the
external filter through the bottom glass using special fittings.
With other systems, the same type of connection is achieved
OUTPUT STEM (B)
using complex devices that often require the services of expert
technicians. With EasyConnect, the installation is done easily and
safely, giving your aquarium a clean and professional look.
Before proceeding, identify and count all parts required by referring
to the assembly drawings on this page. If any part is missing,
INTAKE STRAINER (S)
do not proceed with the installation and contact your retailer or
Hagen Customer Service.
Before proceeding, check stems (A) for the presence of all three
(3) rubber rings (C). Do not proceed with the installation if one of
the rubber rings (C) is missing and contact your retailer or Hagen
CONNECTOR STEM (A)
Customer Service.
CONNECTOR STEM
RING NUT (R)
RUBBER RINGS (C)
OUTPUT GROUP
INPUT GROUP
Locate the 2 openings (O) and (I) in the tank's bottom glass and the corresponding holes in the cabinet. The 2 openings
in the tank's bottom glass come complete with factory-installed plastic fittings, which must never be removed, turned or
loosened. The output system should be installed in the opening (O), and the intake should be installed in the opening (I).
Once the output/input systems are installed, do not shift the tank with respect to the cabinet, as this may damage the
output/input systems and the glass tank.
Do not force, loosen or turn the factory-installed special
fittings on tank openings (O) and (I).
LOCATE THE 2 OPENINGS IN THE TANK'S BOTTOM
GLASS AND ENSURE THAT THE CORRESPONDING
OPENINGS IN THE CABINET ARE ALIGNED WITH
(O)
THEM.
(I)
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