To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed when handling
the Fluval Canister Filter, including the following:
1. For the complete enjoyment, use and understanding of this product,
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
and all important notices on the appliance before using. Failure to do so may
result in damage to the unit.
DANGER
2.
– To avoid possible electrical shock, special care should be taken since
water is employed in the use of this equipment. For each of the following
situations, do not attempt repairs yourself; return the appliance to an authorized
service facility for service or discard the appliance.
A. If the Fluval Motor Unit falls into the water, DON'T reach for it! First unplug it
and then retrieve it. If the electrical components of the appliance get wet,
unplug the appliance immediately.
B. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in
if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
C. Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is
malfunctioning or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
cord of this appliance cannot be replaced; if the cord is
damaged, the appliance should be discarded. Never cut
the cord.
D.To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet,
position the unit to one side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water
from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A "drip loop"(see illustration)
should be arranged to the receptacle. The "drip loop" is that part of the cord
below the level of the receptacle or the connector if an extension cord is used,
to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming into contact with the
receptacle.
If the plug or receptacle does get wet, DON'T unplug the cord. Disconnect the
fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then unplug
and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
Instructions
Read Thoroughly prior to installation and operation
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
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