Aqua One Aquience 1200 User manual

Aquience 1200/1500 R

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Congratulations, you have purchased one of the finest
quality aquariums available. This product will give you
many years of excellent service when installed and
maintained correctly.
Getting started:
WARNING: the aquarium alone even when empty
may weigh up to 150KG. It must be lifted by at least
two capable people. Please read all instructions for
all appliances before commencing installation.
Step 1: Cabinet set up: please follow the set up
instructions for the cabinet enclosed.
Step 2: Preparing the aquarium: remove all packaging
fromaquarium.Checkcarefullyforanysignsofdamage
to glass and structure. We suggest cleaning the tank
inside before positioning on the cabinet. (see cleaning
instructions below). NOTE: the aquarium has a
protective mat underneath the tank. This must stay
there to protect the glass aquarium. Non use of this
mat invalidates the guarantee.
Step 3: Setting up the lighting system: once aquarium
is in position. (see set up of lighting) Check lighting
functions correctly. If you have chosen to change the
colour spectrum of your light tubes see (changing your
light tubes), do this while the lights are not positioned
on the aquarium.
TOP TIP: we suggest removing the lighting when filling
and landscaping the aquarium to avoid possibilities of
accidental damage.
GENERAL SAFETY NOTICE
It is absolutely imperative that you ensure this cabinet
and aquarium is installed upon level flooring. It is also
a prerequisite that. you ensure the flooring upon which
it is positioned is able to support the weight of this
aquarium which could be up to 1000kg including water
and decorations. Installation upon uneven flooring will
result in poor distribution of weight. Damages to the
aquarium, cabinet or equipment and damages caused
by leaks due to improper or uneven installation are
not covered by the guarantee with this product. We
recommend against aquariums above 150KG being
installed on 2nd story floorboards.
Connecting your appliance to the mains electricity
supply - Country specific instructions.
United Kingdom Only
The plug supplied with this product is a sealed plug
and we do not recommend removing or changing it.
However, should the need arise, only a suitable plug
should be connected using the following diagram 1
An approved earth leakage circuit breaker (RCCB) or
otherwise known as an Residual circuit current device
(RCCD) must be also fitted in the supply line.
IF YOU ARE IN ANY DOUBT ABOUT INSTALLING
YOUR APPLIANCE YOU SHOULD CONSULT A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN.
Red or Brown
Blue or Black
Green with a
Yellow Stripe
Diagram 1
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Important Safeguards
To guard against injury, basic safety
precautions should be observed, including the
following:
1. Read and follow all safety instructions and
important notices in these instructions as well as
on the product itself.
2. This appliance is not intended for use by
children or infirm persons without supervision.
Young children should be supervised to ensure
that they do not play with the appliance.
3. To avoid possible electric shocks, special care
shouldbetakensincewaterisemployedintheuse
of aquarium equipment. For each of the following
situations do not attempt repairs yourself. Return
the appliance to an authorised service facility for
service or discard the appliance.
a. If the appliance or any electrical component of
the appliance (non-immersible equipment only)
falls into the water or gets wet, do not reach for it.
Unplug it and then retrieve it.
b. If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal
water leakage, immediately unplug it from the
power source.
c.Carefullyexaminetheapplianceafterinstallation.
Itshould not beplugged in ifthere is wateron parts
which are not intended to be wet.
d.Donotoperatetheapplianceif it has a damaged
cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning, or dropped
or damaged in any manner.
4. A “drip loop” (see graphic) should be arranged
for each cable connecting an aquarium to a power
supply. The drip loop is the part of the cable below
the level of the power supply. It prevents water
travelling down the cable and coming into contact
withthepowersupply.Iftheplugorthesocketdoes
get wet, do not unplug the appliance. Disconnect
the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies the power
to the appliance, then unplug and examine for
presence of water in the socket.
5. Always unplug the appliance from the electrical
outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking
off parts, before any type of maintenance or
cleaning.
6. Never yank the cable to pull it from the socket.
Pull the plug carefully to disconnect.
7. Do not use the appliance for reasons other than
the intended use. The use of attachments that are
not recommended or sold by the manufacturer
may cause the product to be unsafe. This is not
recommended.
8. Do not install or store the appliance where it
will be exposed to weather or temperatures below
freezing.
9. Make sure any component mounted on a tank
is securely installed before operating it.
10. Ensure input voltage is the same voltage as
your local power supply.
11. If an extension cable is used it should have the
proper rating. Care should be taken to arrange the
cord so that it will not be tripped or pulled.
12. A G.F.C.I (Ground fault circuit interrupter) &
surge protector is recommended for all electrical
appliances.
13. Ensure your hands are dry when turning the
power switch on/off and when inserting/removing
the power cable from the socket.
14. If you are in any doubt about the electrical
installation or safety of this product you must
consult a qualified electrician.
For Guarantee Conditions, please refer to
the Guarantee form that is enclosed with this
product.

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Cabinet Assembly
Parts Required Contents:
Feet x8
Feet screws x8
Door support plugs
x4
Panel screws x20
Handles x1
Door handle screws x4
Door magnets x2
Metal door plate x2
Magnet screws x8
Tools Required:
Glass Aquarium Top Panel
Base Panel
Back panel
Back plastic hood strip
Front plastic hood strip
Light
Dowelling plugs x4
Side Panels x4 Centre panels x2 Door panels x2

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Step 1: Insert the 4 door support plugs, part
into the top and bottom panel A & B. 3Step 2: Install panels C, D, E & F using screws 4
Step 3: Attach dowelling plugs to shelf panel I.
Attach shelf to panels E & F, then attach back panel J
using screws. 4
Step 4: Turn the cabinet over. Now attach base panel
B using screws Insert the screws loosely but do
not fasten them yet.
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Step 7: Turn the cabinet back over on it’s feet.Attach
door handles with screws. 6Step 8: Install door magnet to centre panel using screws Install door magnet centre part to doors
G & H using screws 8
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Step 5: Install the door panels G & H, push the little
knobs attached to the top & bottom of the door into
the door support plugs. Now fasten the screws in
the base panel. Remember to install the doors upside
down.
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Step 6: Install feet to the base panel B using
screws 1
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Installing the Aquarium:
Step 9: Place the Aquarium on top of the cabinet.
Important: Do not remove the polystyrene from
under the tank. Removing the polystyrene will
invalidate your warranty.
Step 10: Put the lights & plastic strips on top of the
tank in the order indicated below. Lights first then
other covers hooking into the lights working towards
the back.
Step 11:
Install Filter (see filter instructions for details)
Install Heater (see heater instructions for details)
Care and Maintenance of your Aqua One
Aquarium Glass:
It is recommended that you use a good quality
glass cleaner and a non abrasive lint free cloth.
Glass cleaner should only be used on the outside
of the aquarium.
To clean the glass on the inside of the aquarium,
it is recommended that you use an Aqua One
Scraper or Magnetic Cleaner (available from your
local Aqua One dealer).
Cabinet and Hood: The use of a damp cloth is
recommended, do not use any detergents or
harsh chemicals to clean the cabinet and hood as
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NOTE: Your light unit is tested to IPx7.
This means that it can withstand temporary
submersion.However,ITISNOTASUBMERSIBLE
LIGHT
Light tubes (please read the general electrical
safety instructions before installing the lights,
filter or heater) Your new aquarium uses standard
tubes(supplied).Theyareavailableasreplacement
parts from your localAqua One dealer. Light tubes
are not covered by the guarantee. Life expectancy
is generally 10 months or more, however tubes
loose their output gradually over time. To maintain
the health of plant and aquatic life effected by the
amount of light available we suggest changing
them every 6 months.
Locating the lights
Positioning of lights on aquarium (note some
models have twin light units). The black end caps
have brackets which slide over the aquarium trim.
Please ensure light unit is firmly in place before
switching on. The black hood covers help secure
the lights in place.
Removing Light Tubes
Switch light off, remove from mains supply and
tank before disassembly of lights at any time.
Unscrew the white end caps of the tube holders
by turning anti clockwise (1). Both caps should
be removed before the tube is slid out. Keep end
caps as these are required for re-installing (2).
Installing new tubes
With the light unit unplugged and removed from
the tank, slide the end caps over the tube both
ends (1). Gently slide the tube pins into the end
cap receptacles (3). Fully tighten the caps back
on their threads (4). Be careful not to cross thread
as this is a water tight seal. Only use hand tight.
Ensure they are fully tightened. Test before re-
installing on to the tank.
Lighting Maintenance
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Tank Maintenance
DAILY Feed your fish as per instructions on your
fish food container.
WEEKLY Test and adjust pH levels if needed
Use Aqua One quality pH test kit, available from
your local Aqua One Dealer. pH is a measure of
how acidic or alkaline the water is. It is measured
on a scale of 0-14 in which 7 is neutral, less than
7 is acidic and more than 7 is alkaline.
Some species require specific pH levels please
seek advice from your aquarium specialist.
FORTNIGHTLY 25% Water Change
What you will need: A Bucket, Gravel Cleaner,
Towel, Water Conditioner, Filter Supplement and
clean hands. All items are available from your
local Aqua One Dealer.
1. Unplug the Light Unit and remove it from the
aquarium. Place it somewhere safe away from
water & where it will not be broken / damaged.
2. Turn the Filter off.
3. The fish and plants do not need to be removed
when doing any maintenance.
4. Place the towel on the floor in front of the
aquarium to guard from water spillage.
5. Use an Aqua One 4 in 1 algae scraper (Sold
separately) and gently scrape away any algae
growing on the glass or filter pipes.
6. Using an Aqua One Gravel Cleaner* (Sold
separately) empty approximately 25% of the
aquarium water into the bucket. Take note of how
much water is emptied.
7.Fill thebucket upwith thesame amountof water
that was removed from the aquarium.
8. Treat the tap water with Aqua One Water
Conditioner (Sold separately) as per the
instructions on the bottle.
9. Let the bucket sit for 10 minutes.
10. Fill the aquarium up slowly to the level just
underneath the glass brace.
11. Turn the Filter back on and ensure that water
is flowing out of the Spray Bar.
12. Test and adjust pH levels.
13. Add a filter supplement.
14. Replace the Light Unit.
* Refer to the instructions on the back of your
Gravel Cleaner to ensure correct use.

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Disposal of used Electrical & Electronic
Equipment (Applicable in the European Union
and other European countries with separate
collection systems)
This symbol on the product or on its
packaging indicates that the product
must not be disposed of with normal
household waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your
waste equipment by arranging to return it to a
designated collection point for the recycling of
waste electrical and electronic equipment. By
separating and recycling your waste equipment
at the time of disposal you will help to conserve
natural resources and ensure that the equipment
is recycled in a manner that protects human
health and the environment. For more information
about recycling this product, please contact your
local city office, your household waste disposal
service or the shop where you have purchased
the product.
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Trouble Shooting
If you are in any doubt about the electrical
installation or safety of this product you must
consult a qualified electrician.
LIGHT UNIT DOES NOT WORK
1. Ensure switch is in the on position on the lead of the
light unit.
2. Check light is plugged into power supply and the
switch is on.
3. Check the globe/s are in good condition. Replace if
needed.
FILTER WORKING BUT NO / SLOW WATER
FLOW (Refer to the instructions supplied
with your Filter)
1. Check Impeller is in good condition and replace if
needed.
2. Clean Impeller, Power Head and all Inlet and outlet
pipes.
3. Check that the Spray Bar is inserted correctly with
the end cap at the opposite end to the elbow.
AQUARIUM POSSIBLY LEAKING
1. Make sure water level is not to high it should be no
higher than the glass brace.
2. If an air stone is being used check it is not bubbling
water over the rim of the aquarium if so turn the air
pump down.
3. Make sure the aquarium is sitting on a level
surface.
4. If it is a salt water aquarium remove any salt creep as
it can drain water from the aquarium.
5a. Remove the Light Unit from the top of the aquarium.
Mark the water level. Remove any excess water that
may be sitting on the edge of the aquarium. Leave for
an hour. If water level drops proceed to step 5b.
5b. Remove the fish,decorations and gravel. Empty the
aquariumand clean theglass DONOTWASH IN SOAP
OR DETERGENT. Place a piece of newspaper on a flat
level solid surface. Carefully fill the aquarium ensuring
not to spill any water on to the newspaper. Leave the
aquarium for several hours and then inspect
the newspaper for wet patches.