Maintenance Procedures - Fluval MSF 104 Instrucciones

Attach Suction Cup Bracket (M) to
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Ribbed Hosing (P) on outside of tank
to affix hosing neatly in place.
STARTING THE FILTER
NOTE: An empty bucket or container
should be handy in case it is needed
for inadvertent leaks while working
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30 In order to start the water flow, ensure that the Output Nozzle (O) is above
the water surface. Make sure that the valves are open - the grey lever on
the Aqua Stop should be in the 'down' position.
Pump the Self-Primer (T) several times vigorously (use a fully extended 'UP'
and 'DOWN' motion). Keep pumping the Self-Primer until you hear the
water being drawn into the unit and filling it. By pumping the Self-Primer,
water is pulled into the unit through the Intake Stem. As the unit fills with
water, the pressure forces the air out of the unit through the output hosing.
Return the Self-Primer to the 'DOWN' position. Once the unit has filled,
you can plug it into a power source. Water should then flow in a steady
stream from the Output Nozzle. If it doesn't, check that there are no kinks
or loops in the hosing. Then continue to pump the primer until unit starts to
run on its own. Once the unit is operating normally, the grey lever on the
Aqua Stop can be used to regulate water flow, without harming the motor.
CAUTION: Do not operate the filter with the grey lever on the Aqua Stop
closed more than half way.
Never plug in unit until it is completely full. The Fluval unit
should never be allowed to run dry. Premature operation
may result in damage to the motor.
NOTE: Some air will inevitably be trapped within the unit as it fills, also,
new media may release trapped air into the Filter Case. This may result in
some noise as the unit starts working. The configuration of the filter will
eventually expel all air pockets in the filter over time. If the Filter Case
continues to trap and expel air over an extended time, carefully examine
the Input/Output Sides for air leaks. Ensure there is no air source (such as
an airstone or aeration device) entering the Intake Side of the filter.
A Note About Media
Efficiency is directly affected by the filter materials used. In any canister unit it is critical that proper procedures be
carefully followed. Otherwise, the mechanical or biological efficacy may be impaired. In many cases the location of
the media in the baskets will determine its main purpose. For instance, depending on media basket positions,
carbon can act as a primary dirt screen or a major area of bacterial population. To ensure the maximum utility of
the filter, there are a few basic rules of thumb that should be followed.
Properly prepare all filter materials before use.
Porous material, such as carbon, has a tremendous open area within the matrix and requires a bit of time to expel
atmospheric gasses. It should be soaked for several minutes before being added to the media basket. There are other
materials that require more extensive rinsing. Ammonia Remover and peat fibers may require a thorough rinsing to
ensure they do not add extra particles that may prematurely clog other modules or discharge into the aquarium.
Mechanical filtration should be used during the first stages of filtration.
Create a coarse to fine screen with the media chosen. The Foam Screen is an effective mechanical sieve that will
remove coarse and medium debris. A finer screen can be placed in the lowest Media Basket to ensure the purest
stream possible before it enters the biological [and possibly chemical] filtration that relies on debris-free water for
maximum efficiency.
Incorporate Biological areas after mechanical filtration. Protect from debris as much as possible.
There are a number of media that become highly biological in nature as they mature. This is due to the fact that
these substrates provide clean, hard attachment points for the beneficial bacteria to colonize. For nitrifying bacteria
to be most effective, they must receive a constant stream of waste-free water that carries ammonia, nitrite and
oxygen in the solution.

Maintenance Procedures

NOTE: It is recommended to periodically lubricate all rubber parts
(ex. motor head seal ring, primer stem and Aqua Stop seal ring)
with Fluval Silicone Lubricant (A-325).
Media Maintenance
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Filter materials must be periodically replaced or cleaned. The various
Fluval media have instructions for use on the individual packaging.
Actual lifespan of any type of media varies according to usage and
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the individual characteristics of an aquarium.
Close the valves by fully lifting the grey lever. Unplug the filter. Then
gently lift the large blue center handle to release the Aqua-Stop
transported in an upright position to eliminate the possibility of water splash.
***NOTE: Grip the filter canister body
from installation to maintenance area. The Lift-Lock Handles are designed to release the motor
housing from the filter case only. They should not be used as grasping points to transport an intact
filter. If used as carrying handles, there is the possibility of the unit separating and water spilling.
It is not necessary to remove the hose system from the aquarium unless the hoses or the Aqua-Stop
require cleaning. Periodic cleaning is recommended to
ensure an optimal flow rate. In order to clean the
Aqua-Stop or hosing, rinse under water and, if necessary,
use an appropriate Fluval Cleaning Brush or tool.
Once the filter is in a waterproof place such as a sink, raise
the Lift-Lock Clamps to free the motor housing from the filter
case
Filter" for detailed instruction on Media Baskets.
IMPORTANT: Empty water from filter case before
proceeding. Tilt the unit over a sink while
holding the media baskets in place in order to
empty water from the filter.
Rinse or replace media as required. The filter
case should be rinsed whenever the media is
cleaned or changed. NEVER use soap or
detergents when cleaning. Any remaining
traces may result in damage to sensitive fish tissues.
Replace Media Baskets in the filter case and slide in the Foam Screen Frame. To perform any required Impeller
care, see "Impeller Maintenance"section. Set the Motor Housing back in place. There is only one way in which the
unit can be properly assembled. Make sure the power cord is properly aligned with the indentation on the filter
case
Lift-Lock Clamps (H)
(I) into the Motor Housing (B) and push down the blue lever to lock the Aqua-Stop in
place. Open the valves by pushing down the grey lever in order to let water flow to
and from the canister. IMPORTANT: In order to restart the filter after maintenance,
ensure that the Output Nozzle is above the water surface when attaching the
Aqua-Stop to the Motor Housing. Water should start flowing immediately, otherwise,
pump the Self Primer to start
Allow the filter case to completely fill before plugging the unit into power.
The Fluval unit should never be allowed to run dry. Plugging the unit in
before the filter case is full may prevent the self-priming feature from
working properly.
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See the section "Preparing the
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. Press Motor Housing down to assure a tight, secure fit. Then lock in place, one side at a time, with the
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. Return the filter to its original position. Insert the Aqua-Stop
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. The filter should be
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