IMPORTANT SAFEGUARD:
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and other electrical appliance before placing hands in water.
15. (For N.A. Only) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade
is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in
a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into
the outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug will still not fit fully into
the outlet, contact a qualified electrical to inspect the outlet and
make the needed alterations. Do not attempt to defeat this safety
feature.
Never use with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully
inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
Exo Terra
Turtle Heaters should be positioned to allow water to
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circulate freely around the heater body, this will ensure even heat
distribution throughout the entire terrarium.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
1. Position heater in the desired location with the provided suction
cup bracket. Press suction cups firmly against terrarium glass
to position the heater. AllOw 25-30 mINUTEs FOr THE HEATEr
TEmPErATUrE TO EqUAlIzE wITH TErrArIUm wATEr bEFOrE
CONNECTING TO ElECTrICAl OUTlET. THE ExO TErrA
HEATEr mUsT AlwAys bE ImmErsED IN wATEr
2. Always monitor terrarium temperature with the use of an Exo
Terra
thermometer.
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Maintenance:
Warning:
• Disconnect the plug of the Exo Terra
other electrical equipment, used for the terrarium, paludarium
or aqua-terrarium before placing your hands in the water;
and/or performing any maintenance of any kind.
• Whenever installing, removing or maintaining the Exo Terra
Turtle Heater always ensure that it is unplugged.
• The electrical supply cords of this heating system cannot be
replaced. If any of the cords are damaged the entire unit
should be discarded.
Cleaning the Unit:
1. No special maintenance is required for the Exo Terra
Heater, other than periodic cleaning with a cloth (never use
harsh chemical products or detergents). To remove calcareous
deposits, it is recommended to use a mild acid
such as vinegar, followed by a thorough wipe down with a damp
cloth to remove any residues.
2. It is strongly recommended to always follow all the precautions
and procedures outlined in both the Important safeguards and
Installation Instructions sections.
Disconnect the plug of this or
Turtle Heater, and any
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