Aqua Medic Carbolitreactor Mode D'emploi page 5

1. Application
1. Removal of residues of medication after treatment:
This is a typical short-term use. The AB AQUA MEDIC carbolitreactor is connected to the
aquarium for a few days (maximum 10 days). Then, it has to be removed or at least, the carbon
has to be replaced.
2. Removal of dissolved organic substances:
In most aquaria, dissolved organic substances produce yellow material after some time that cannot
be removed by biological filtration nor by protein skimming in sea water. These dissolved organic
substances can be removed effectively by using the AB AQUA MEDIC carbolitreactor. The AB
AQUA MEDIC carbolit can be used at the aquarium until its capacity has been reached and a
slight yellowing can be seen again.
You will be on the safe side if you change the carbon every 6 weeks.
3. Long- term use:
The AB AQUA MEDIC carbolitreactor can be used as a long-term biological filter. In this mode,
the activated carbon works as a biological filter. The carbon is populated by bacteria that feed
themselves on the dissolved organic substances accumulated on the coal. A slow flow may also
lead to anaerobic zones with nitrate dismantling in the filter.
2. Installation
The AB AQUA MEDIC carbolitreactor is designed for external use.
Install the fixing plate near the aquarium (either by using the holding unit or pegs). The connection
to the aquarium is done by using hoses. For the supply of water, there are 2 possibilities. Either
the outflow of an external filter (suction filter) or a separate centrifugal pump is used. Take care
that the flow is not too strong. A flow rate of 300 l/h shall not be exceeded. If the pump is too
strong, install a bypass.
The AB AQUA MEDIC carbolitreactor should be inserted that way that the flow through the filter
is done vertically upwards (from the bottom to the top).
3. Set-Up/Maintenance
Before taking the carbolitreactor into operation, it should be flushed with hot water. This should
also be done with every new filling of AB AQUA MEDIC carbolit. This procedure removes air
trapped in the pores of the carbon enabling the medium's full capacity to be reached.
To change the carbon, disconnect the water flow, remove from the holder and unscrew the end cap
hose fittings from the reactor. The carbon may now be removed and after cleaning the container, it
can be refilled. The „O" rings should be wetted before the end caps are re-fitted.
4. Other Uses
The carbolitreactor can not only be used as a carbon filter but can be filled with other types of
chemical filtration media such as:
- AQUA MEDIC antiphos for the removal of phosphate
- mixed bed resins for demineralisation
- zeolite for ammonia removal
- hydrocarbonate for buffering/calcium supply
Follow the instructions!
For aquarium use only!
Keep out of reach of children!