Ferplast bluextreme 700 Manuel D'utilisation page 5

Starting the filter (self-priming system)
1 Make sure that the valve-opening lever is in the closed position.
2 Open the cap located above the suction unit and pour a water cup (approximately 150 cc).
3 Re-close the cap carefully.
4 Open the filter valve using the appropriate lever. In this way, the system auto-starts.
5 Turn on the filter by connecting it to the electrical socket. Using the lever it is possible to
regulate the flow and discharge of the water.
PLEASE NOTE:
Once the filter is started, make certain that there are no leaks. After a couple of hours of
functioning, verify that the filter functions correctly and re-control that there are not any leaks. If
the water does not flow in a satisfactory manner in the discharge tube, verify the connections of
the tube and make certain that they are not obstructed or bent. By lightly shaking the filter it is
possible to let out any air present inside.
Maintenance
Important: always unplug the filter from the electrical current before performing any
maintenance.
Filter maintenance must be performed regularly, at least every 3-4 weeks, and
always when there is an evident reduction in the flow level.
To perform maintenance:
• close the valve using the lever (Fig. I/5a);
• disconnect the filter from electricity;
• after a few seconds, extract the valves group, using the release lever that facilitates
the extraction (Fig. I/5b);
• transport the filter towards the area where you will clean it, using the solid handle
(Fig. I/5c);
• open the filter by moving the hooks (remember to raise the safety buttons);
• extract the ceramic cylinders basket. (PLEASE NOTE: it's not necessary to wash the
biological filtration material, so they can retain their bacterial associations that
keep them active);
• Rinse the mechanical and absorption filtration sponges, extracting them through
the apposite basket handles:
- the mechanical filtration sponges must be replaced at least every 6 months;
use only original BLUMEC replacements;
- The effect of the absorbent sponge runs out in the arc of 2-3 weeks; therefore,
we recommend to replace it with original BLUCLEAR replacement or leave it in
the filter with mechanical functioning; in any case, it must be replaced every
6 months;
- the absorbent sponge can also be replaced by other materials including
activated carbon in grains BLUCARBON or zeolite BLUZEOLITE (it is advisable
to position them with the provided bag);
- during periods of special therapeutic treatments, the absorbent sponge must
be removed from the filter (to avoid a reduction in their beneficiary effects).
Once this period is over, we recommend that you insert a new one.
• Clean the rotor and the shaft of the filter pump at least every 3-4 months:
- remove the pump cover, pushing the tab towards the fan and pulling it
off completely (Fig. I/6a-b);
- extract the rotor and shaft and clean them with a soft brush and tepid water
(do not use detergent or abrasives);
- reassemble the pump by inverting the process, making certain that the
ceramic shaft in tightly in its seat in the socket (be careful when handling it,
as it is very fragile).
• Reassemble the filter; be careful to re-insert the filtration materials in the correct
order: blue large pored sponge on the bottom, blue small pored sponge in the
middle (only for 1100 and 1500), sponge with activated carbon on next, basket with
ceramic cylinders on top.
• Position the filter near the tank and re-insert the valves group into its seat.
Attention: if there is some water on the internal cover, before setting it into the filter,
let the water go out by simply tilting the cover.
• If you have proceeded correctly, simply opening the valves and connecting the
electricity will start the filter. In case, for any reason, the filter does not start-up,
perform the procedure indicated in paragraph "Starting the filter".
Other maintenance activities:
• Seal: to guarantee an always-perfect filter hold, we recommend replacing the seals
at least once a year, with the appropriate Ferplast Kit.
• Periodically clean the suction grill, verifying that it is never blocked.
• Regularly re-clean the flexible tubes, so that algae or dirt do not reduce or impede
the passage of water
Replacement parts and accessories
Every part of the BLUEXTREME filter is easily replaced. The replacement parts are
available in the store where you purchased the filter. There are also numerous Ferplast
accessories available, continuously updated, and useful for accommodating the
aquarium for diverse needs. For the replacement of any component and to guarantee
the maximum functioning and safety of your product, it is necessary to use only
original Ferplast Parts. The assembly of unoriginal replacement parts renders the
warranty null and void.
1
2
150 cc
4
5a
5b
5c
6a
Warranty
Ferplast guarantees the BLUEXTREME filter and all of its components and accessories
within the limits illustrated in the present clause and by the provisions of applicable
law. The warranty is valid only for manufacturing defects and includes the repairs or
replacement at no cost. The warranty is not valid for damage and/or defects caused
by neglect, wear, use not conforming to the indications and warnings reported
in this manual, accidents, mishandling, misuse, inappropriate repairs, and sales
not accompanied by a sales receipt. The sponges, seals and filtration materials are
excluded from the warranty.
SELF-PRIMING
SYSTEM
3
5
Fig. I
1
2
3
4
1 ceramic cylinders basket
2 absorbent sponge
3 large pored sponge
4 small pored sponge
6b
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