Fluval MSF 104 Instrucciones página 4

Fluval 4th Generation: Advanced
Filter Design
F l u v a l P o w e r F i l t e r s are designed to provide optimum aquarium filtration using a versatile combination of
mechanical, biological and chemical capabilities. This results in healthier fish and thriving aquatic plants.
Fluval filters are equipped with basic filter media. Additional filter chambers are available for many different
filter materials of your own choice. (See section on "Fluval Media Selection" for a complete listing of Fluval
Filter Media).
Motor Unit
Fluval's motor is hermetically sealed with epoxy to ensure that it will continue to operate without difficulty in
adverse conditions. It does not require liquid or air coolant and can be placed in a closed cabinet with
restricted air flow without affecting the life or performance of the filter. Fluval filters are the leaders in energy
efficiency, moving more water per watt of consumption than other comparable filters. Fluval canister filters
require no motor maintenance. The motor has no moving parts except for the impeller.
Impeller and Ceramic Impeller Shaft Insert
Fluval increases efficiency and long-term durability by providing a removable Ceramic Impeller
Shaft Insert. It provides quiet operation and increases motor life and efficiency.
Self-Cleaning Impeller Well
The Magnetic Impeller Shaft Insert incorporates a self-flushing channel to keep the unit clean and debris-free
during operation. It backwashes fine silt and debris from the impeller well, reducing maintenance to a simple
flush during filter media changes.
Mechanical Filtration Area - Foam Screen Frame
The foam is contained in a convenient, accessible frame. The screen captures large particulate
waste to prevent it from clogging the Biological Filtration Area. The foam's placement ensures
efficient mechanical removal of waste. The massive foam surface captures and lodges large
waste. As water flows through the unit, the waste is broken down into smaller particles.
Biological/Chemical Filtration Area - Stackable
Filter Media Baskets
The media baskets permit full access to all media. This allows for partial or full filter media
changes, based on the user's requirements. Filter media expires at various times. In the case of
biological media, it is recommended to make only partial media changes, so as not to disturb the
biological balance of the aquarium. Fluval's Filter Media Baskets provide a convenient way to
access the various media types to perform full or partial media changes.
Output Nozzle
The Fluval 4 th generation Output Nozzle has been designed to provide strong currents within the
aquarium, rotating horizontal flow direction and the ability to be installed above, at level, or
below the water surface, depending on the aquarist's choice. An important characteristic of any
filter is the way it promotes oxygen replacement in the aquarium. The Fluval Output Nozzle provides excellent
surface agitation for this purpose.
Self-Primer
A simple pumping motion of the Self-Primer initiates water flow.
Aqua-Stop
The Aqua-Stop makes maintenance easy by stopping the water flow, permitting you to separate the hose
assembly from the filter in one convenient step. It can be safely used to regulate water flow, without harming
the motor or its components.
Lift-Lock Clamps
Two prominent clamps expedite the removal of the motor housing from the filter unit. By simply
lifting the clamps, the motor unit is separated from the filter's suction grip.
Hose Lock Nuts
Safety connectors ensure a tight, leak-proof seal for all hose connections.
Criteria for Filter Selection
Flow Rates
Fluval Filters are available in four models to handle all aquarium requirements, from the smallest to large
commercial aquariums. Flow rates start at 480 liters per hour up to 1300 liters of hourly turnover
(Pump Output) depending on the model. Important factors in the choice of any filter are the filtration volume
and flow rate. The combination provides the essence of good filtration.
Water circulation is required to maintain oxygenation of the aquarium to sustain bacteria and biological
filtration. The more water filtered per hour, the cleaner the aquarium will remain.
Fluval's combination of contact time and flow provide the ideal filter function.
FLUVAL 104
Aquarium Capacity 100 l/25 U.S. Gal. 200 l/40 U.S. Gal.
Pump Output
480 /h-125 U.S. g/h 680
l
2
Mechanical Area 36,800 mm
Biological Volume 1,37l
Filtration Volume 3,2 l
Filter Circulation*
330 /h-85 U.S. g/h 420
l
1,35 m
Water Column Height (max.)
*NOTE: Flow rates were measured with Intake and Output hoses that were the same length.
Filter Area
The Fluval 4 series maximizes canister volume in all four models to provide more places for specific media
as well as increase the actual contact path through the canister. The filter chamber has been redesigned to
provide greater volume in its modern, aesthetic design. The more filter media volume, the greater the
mechanical efficiency and biological activity for the filtering process. Fluval meets this criteria.
Fluval Operating Characteristics
The intake stem can be placed anywhere in the aquarium; ideally in a location that can be easily disguised
by decoration. The most usual placement is on the back wall of the aquarium. The intake stem draws water
and suspended debris near the aquarium's bottom into the filter unit by siphoning.
Water flows through the input assembly and into the unit. It passes through the Foam Screen Frame which
strips most particulate matter from the passing flow and holds it. It then must flow down under the first media
basket and start its journey up through the grid into the rest of the media. The pump draws the water
upward through the media baskets where it must come into contact with each stage of filtration. Tremendous
versatility of media choice is allowed by this arrangement of media baskets. The traditional ease of access to
all media baskets without disturbing the rest of the media is maintained and enhanced by this new
configuration. Filter media removes particles and liquid impurities and can also be used to actively change
the chemical characteristics of the water, depending on the aquarist's needs. As the water flows, it brings
oxygen into the filter, feeding the needs of the beneficial bacteria breaking down nitrogenous wastes.
After passing through each discrete chamber, purified water enters the impeller well to be pumped back
to the aquarium.
204 304 404
300 l/70 U.S. Gal. 400 l/100 U.S. Gal.
/h-180 U.S. g/h 1000 /h-260 U.S. g/h 1300 /h-340 U.S. g/h
l l l
2 2
56,000 mm 56,000 mm 76,300 mm
2,0 l 3,1 l 4,2 l
4,6 l 6,6 l 8,5 l
/h-110 U.S. g/h 710 /h-185 U.S. g/h 850 /h-225 U.S. g/h
l l l
1,35 m 1,60 m 2,05 m
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