Ferplast BLUWAVE 03 Manuel D'utilisation page 9

BLUWAVE 09
Three filtration stages and five filter spaces in a complete system of filtering material and pump.
Mechanical filtration
Mechanical filtration by means of the innovative BLUMODULAR, made up of 3 filtration modules with synthetic
sponges of different porosity for the selective elimination of particles and organic waste. Thanks to the spray-bar an
appropriate quantity of the mechanically filtered water is conveyed into the biological filtration modules. The spray-bar
also allows this water to be oxygenated.
Biological filtration
Double biological action thanks to two special cartridges holding material with a large surface area suited to
developing the bacterial flora necessary to oxidise all the polluting compounds. It is recommended that only original
Ferplast filtering materials are used – these have already been fully tested to guarantee perfect filtering.
Adsorbent filtration
Sponge soaked in active carbon for the elimination (adsorption) of aromatic and coloured compounds to guarantee
maximum water clarity.
Water intake grilles
the intake at the top forces the movement of surface particles and limits the oily layer, which forms on the surface; the
lower intake collects waste from the aquarium.
Heater compartment
A BLUCLIMA heater is easily inserted into this compartment. It guarantees efficient control of the water temperature. To
adjust, simply set the selector at the top of the heater to the desired temperature. Ferplast has a wide range of 50 - 300
W BLUCLIMA heaters.
INSTALLING THE BLUWAVE FILTER
Position the BLUWAVE filter inside the aquarium (on the side or back).
You can use:
- the special brackets to be applied to the guides on the back of the filter, adjusted to the thickness of the aquarium glass
from 3 to 12 mm (4);
- the 4/6 special suckers: we recommend applying these to the back of the filter before immersing it in the water;
- silicone for aquariums, available from your retailer;
- the special guides on the upper frame of the aquarium, if this is a CAYMAN aquarium (3A); if it is a DUBAI model set
the special hooks before fixing it to the frame guides (3B).
• When setting up a tropical aquarium it is important that a heater is used. A range of BLUCLIMA heaters from 30 to
300W is available.
• If you are setting up an aquarium for freshwater tropical fish, we recommend laying about 2 cm of fertilized gravel on
the bottom of the aquarium and covering it with 2-3 cm of grit or gravel. Decorate the aquarium as you please (your
local retailer will be able to help and advise you).
• Fill the aquarium by pouring water onto a dish placed on the bottom to prevent the material used to create the
base from being moved about. In general, it is advisable to mix tap water with about 50% demineralised water for
aquariums; however, this percentage may vary according to the chemical contents of your tap water (get advice and
the right amount of demineralised water from your retailer).
• Set the required heater temperature (if present) according to the type of fish and plants chosen (e.g. for freshwater
tropical fish the average temperature is about 25-26°C).
• Put 1 (aquariums up to 150 litres) or 2 (aquariums over 150 litres) capsules of BLUSTART filter activator (2) in the first
filter compartment. Before arranging the plants in the aquarium, we recommend waiting at least one day to allow time
for the water to stabilise.
N.B.
• To care for and protect your fish, it is strongly advised to wait until the filter has matured: the first fish should only be
introduced 10-12 days after the addition of BLUSTART filter activator capsules. Before carrying out this operation, the
water's main parameters should be checked using a special TESTER available from your dealer, who can also suggest
the ideal water temperature, hardness, etc., depending on the types of fish and plants that you decide to raise in your
tank. These parameters should be frequently retested.
• During the filter maturing period, add a small quantity of dry food each day: this will help the formation of bacterial
flora.
• When adding the fish, insert the remaining BLUSTART filter activator capsules in the first filter compartment.
• We recommend not putting too many fish into the aquarium all at once, but building up to the maximum population
gradually.
BLUWAVE FILTER MAINTENANCE
The main maintenance procedures we recommend are:
• Rinsing all the mechanical filtration sponges at least every 2-3 weeks:
A BLUWAVE 03;
C BLUWAVE 05 and 07, when replacing them, ensure that the right order is maintained (fine sponge top (a), coarse
sponge below (b);
E BLUWAVE 09.
• Replacing the mechanical filtration sponges at least every 6 months. Only use BLUMEC spare parts.
• The effect of the adsorbent sponge ceases in about 2-3 weeks; we therefore advise, if necessary, replacing it with a
Ferplast replacement sponge available from leading retailers or leaving it in the filter to perform a mechanical function,
rinsing it every 2-3 weeks. In any case, it should be changed at least every 6 months:
B BLUWAVE 03;
D BLUWAVE 05-07;
F BLUWAVE 09.
BLUCARBON active carbon granules or the BLUZEOLITE zeolite may also fit into this section.
• During periods when the fish are being treated with a solution added to the water for illness or disease, the adsorbent
sponge should be removed from the filter (so this does not reduce the beneficial effects of the treatment). When the
treatment is over, we recommend putting in a new sponge.
• Always keeping the filter intake grilles clean.
• Checking the pump at least every 2 months and cleaning it when necessary in the following way:
- disconnect the pump and heater from your electric power supply;
- unscrew the filter top;
- remove the pump unit, adsorbent sponge and return pipe from the filter, pulling it upwards (B - D - F);
- remove the pump from the return pipe, remove the front section and remove the rotor (5). In the BLUWAVE 09 remove
the BLUMODULAR together with the relative spray-bar (G - H - I). If necessary, replace the rotor with an original
Ferplast spare part;
- remove any lime scale or impurities with soft brush BLU 9037 (never use detergents or chemical substances);
- re-assemble the unit following these instructions in reverse.
Important
• The biological materials should not be washed. Therefore, we suggest never removing them from the filter so they
retain their active bacterial properties.
• However if you think it beneficial to replace these biological materials with others of a different type to Ferplast's, put
them into the two cartridges separately, leaving a period of at least 2-3 weeks between each introduction (BLUWAVE
05, 07 and 09 filters).
• Use only original Ferplast parts to replace any filter components. The use of non Ferplast parts nullifies the guarantee.
• BLURINGS and BLUBALLS spare parts are available at your local retailer.
BLUWAVE: water conditions always under your control
BLUWAVE automatically ensures the best possible living conditions for fish and plants because it correctly controls all
the water properties. The water in the aquarium is actually a complex solution defined by numerous chemical and
physical 'readings': temperature, acidity (pH), total and carbonic hardness (GH, KH), content in polluting substances
(PO , NH , NO , NO ), etc. If you want to, you can study more on these subjects in specialist literature; for now, though,
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it is important to know that with the BLUWAVE filter... it simply isn't necessary to become an expert in chemistry!
SPARE PARTS AND ACCESSORIES
Every part of the BLUWAVE filter can be easily replaced. The parts are available from the retailer where you bought the
filter. A full range of updated Ferplast accessories is always available for adapting your filter to your individual needs. To
replace any part and always ensure the full working order and safety of your product, use only Ferplast original parts.
Installing non-Ferplast parts nullifies the guarantee.
GUARANTEE
This product, all its parts and accessories are covered by warranty within the limits provided for in this paragraph
and the legal regulations currently in force. The guarantee only covers manufacturing defects and includes the
repair or replacement of the product free of charge. The guarantee does not cover damage and/or defects caused by
carelessness, wear, unsuitable usage not complying with the instructions and warnings in this manual, accidents,
tampering, incorrect use, bad repair work or purchases not accompanied by a fiscal receipt.
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