Make sure to align power cord within
the center channel of the rim adaptor
so it follows the contour of the
aquarium as the filter cube is being
slid onto the aquarium (
).
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Fill the aquarium with room
temperature water up to the maximum
water level, as indicated on the filter
rim adaptor (
).
Hint: To avoid disturbing the gravel bed,
slowly pour the water down the sides
of the glass.
With the filter cube now in place, take this opportunity to add decor to the top of the filter cube. Use the included pebbles or choose one of the Fluval
that can be purchased separately and placed directly onto the filter cube. The included pebble basket can also be filled with the pebbles and placed on the top of the
cube. There are no wrong choices, however do not overload the filter cube with heavy objects as this will cause the filter cube or aquarium glass to break.
Hint: The pebble basket is not only an added décor element, but when in use, it will reduce the sounds of the trickling water.
By placing the pebble basket on the top of the filter cube, the basket absorbs the sounds of the fountain.
Add the correct dose of
to eliminate traces of
chlorine or other harmful metals
contained in your tap water.
Add the correct dose of
, a densely concentrated solution
of good bacteria which helps the
aquarium to mature more quickly.
Plug the filter cube's power cord into
transformer, and then the transformer
into the electrical outlet. If water does
not start to flow within 30 seconds,
rotate the cube ¼ turn counter clock-
wise to release air that may be trapped
inside the filter. Reposition cube by
turning it ¼ turn clockwise. Repeat
if water flow does not start.
The fountain lamp shines upwards
through the water coming from the
pump, illuminating the fountain and
providing added ambience. This lamp
remains on at all times (
).
The on/off lever located on the rear of
the filter cube activates 11 low voltage
LEDs for a diffused light effect that
shines brightly into the aquarium to
highlight fish and plants.
Moving the lever left to right will turn on
or off the lights (
).
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Coldwater: White Cloud
Mountain Minnows, Rainbow Dace
Temperate: Platties, Danios
NB These temperate species will survive without a
heater providing your ambient room temperature
does not drop below 17OC. During the winter, you
may need to use an aquarium heater. Always con-
sult with your aquatic retailer for species' specific
aquarium and heater requirements.
Allow a minimum of 2 litres of water for
every 1cm of fish, excluding the tail.
Fish are usually sold as juveniles, so
you will need to allow some extra space
for your fish to grow. Some tropical
fish require the use of an aquarium
heater. Consult with your fish dealer for
species' specific aquarium and heater
requirements.
Helping your fish get used to your
aquarium is important if your fish are
going to remain healthy through this
critical period of transition. Fish don't
like surprises. They do not react well
to rapid changes in temperature,
handling or rapid movements. Always
make sure you handle them gently
and allow them sufficient time to get
used to new surroundings. The best
way to introduce fish into your tank
is as follows:
Float the bag containing the fish in
the aquarium for about 20 minutes to
equalize water temperature.
Hint: Make sure to remove some water
from the aquarium so it does not
overflow when putting in the fish bag.
Open the bag and add a little
aquarium water - about 1/3 of the
bag's volume.
Wait 10 minutes and repeat.
Carefully remove the fish with a fish
net and place them in the aquarium.
Top up the aquarium with water to
the maximum level as indicated at the
back of the filter mount.
If these are the very first fish in the
aquarium, wait a full 48 hours before
feeding.
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