Aqua One 250C Installation instructions

Battery Air
250C Inspiring Excellence in Fish Keeping!
www.aquaone.com.au
Instruction version: 07/05/2013

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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 before using
this appliance.
2. Danger: To avoid possible electric shocks, special
care should be taken since water is employed in the
use 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.
3. This appliance is not intended for use by young
children or inrm people. Close supervision is
recommended when any electrical appliance is used.
4. Do not use the pump for reasons other than the
intended use. The use of attachments that are not
recommended or sold by the pump manufacturer
may cause the product to be unsafe. This is not
recommended.
5. Do not install or store the pump where it will be
exposed to temperatures below freezing.
6. Make sure any component mounted on or in a tank
is securely installed before operating it.
7. Ensure the correct batteries are installed and replace
both batteries when old ones expire.
Before First Use /
Preparation
Read and follow all the instructions, even if you feel
you are familiar with the product and nd a place to
keep the instructions handy for future reference.
Your attention is drawn particularly to the sections
concerning “IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS” and the
“GUARANTEE CONDITIONS”. Please ensure you
retain your original purchase receipt in the event that
guarantee service is required.
Carefully unpack the product making sure you keep all
the packing material until all the parts of the product have
been found and the product has been assembled.
This product is shipped to you in a factory sealed
carton. Should the product malfunction in any way
or if the unit is damaged and requires replacement,
contact the retailer where the product was purchased
for inspection.
Setup Instructions
Remove the pump from the plastic bag1.
Using your thumb depress the side wall of the2.
pump and open the lid.
Take out the accessory pack.3.
Install 2 x D batteries (not supplied). Make certain4.
they are in the right way.
Close the pump, it should “click”.5.
Remove the airline and airstone from the plastic6.
bag. Plug the airstone into one end of the airline.
Plug the other end of the airline into the outlet of
the pump.
Where possible place the pump above the aquarium7.
or bucket. If this is not possible then ensure that an
Aqua One check valve is tted to the airline, failure
to do so may damage your air pump & void your
warranty.
Flick the switch to the “on” position to operate the 8.
pump.
If the pump needs to be used in a vehicle, plug the9.
supplied power cable into the vehicle’s cigarette
lighter outlet and connect the other end to the
power socket on the side of the air pump. When
the 12V cable is connected, power will be drawn
from the power supply, not the batteries.
Troubleshooting
PUMP DOES NOT WORK
1. Ensure the plug and/or batteries are inserted
correctly and the switch is in the on position
THE MOTOR IS WORKING, BUT THERE IS NO AIR
COMING OUT OF THE PUMP
1. Check that the Air Line is not kinked
2. Check the Air Stone and replace if needed.
3. There is a rubber diaphragm inside the pump which
may have warn out and may require replacing. Consult
your Aqua One retailer.
4. The Flapper valves in the pump may have become
dirty or brittle and require replacing. Consult your Aqua
One retailer.
THE PUMP IS VERY NOISY
1. Check that the Air Line is not kinked
2. Check the Air Stone and replace if needed.
3. There is a rubber diaphragm inside the pump which
may have warn out and may require replacing.
4. There may be to much back pressure on the pump.
(It is to small for your application)

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The additional 1 Year Extended Guarantee applies when you REGISTER online
with Aqua One. Register your Extended Guarantee at www.aquaone.com.au
About this Guarantee
The Manufacturer or Distributor, of Aqua One goods, is collectively known herein as “Aqua One”. Please refer to contact details for Aqua One below or
on the applicable Aqua One website. Any product that is covered by its own Guarantee (as enclosed with the product) is subject to the conditions of that
Guarantee.
Australian Guarantee
Important note: This guarantee applies in addition to the guarantees, rights and remedies conferred by the Australian Consumer Law and other applicable
Commonwealth, State and Territory legislation. The guarantee does not exclude, affect or limit those guarantees, rights or remedies, except to the extent
that their application may lawfully be excluded or limited.
In particular, our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for
a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage. You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if
the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure.
International Guarantee
The benets given to the purchaser, under Guarantee, are in addition to all other statutory rights and remedies which the purchaser has in respect
of goodsunder legislation in the applicable country of purchase. This Guarantee shall not affect any such rights and should be read subject to such
legislation.
1.0. Terms and Conditions of Guarantee.
1.1. Aqua One warrants to the purchaser, for 2 Years from date of original purchase, to repair or replace goods where fault is found due to defective materials
or faulty workmanship and where goods do not operate in accordance with the instructions.
1.2. All claims for repair or replacement must be made at place of purchase.
1.3. The original and dated Proof of Purchase (receipt) must be supplied with all goods claims. Please also provide this Guarantee where possible.
1.4. The Guarantee covers the Aquarium against gluing breakdown resulting in leakage.
1.5. All goods subject to claim under Guarantee should be prepared for transportation in the original packaging or other comparable packaging which offers
the same degree of protection.
1.6. Where goods are repaired or replaced under Guarantee, these goods are Guaranteed for the remainder of either the original Guarantee or Extended
Guarantee period.
1.7. Where claims on inspection reveal goods are in normal working order, Aqua One will request reimbursement of all reasonable costs incurred.
2.0. Other Terms and Conditions – Extended Guarantee
2.1. The Extended Guarantee period is for an additional 1 Year and commences on expiration of the standard guarantee period.
2.2. Application for Extended Guarantee is FREE of any registration cost to the purchaser on completion of the Extended Guarantee questionnaire which is
found on the applicable Aqua One website (refer below).
2.3. Upon receipt and acceptance of the questionnaire, Aqua One will forward (by way of email) a Certicate of Extended Guarantee to the purchaser.
2.4. For more information on how we collect, hold, use and disclose personal information provided to us, please refer to our Privacy Statement on the Aqua
One websites or write to our Privacy Ofcer, in your country of purchase.
2.5. Where Aqua One determines goods are being used in a manner contrary to the instructions, specications or this Guarantee, Aqua One reserves the
right to terminate Extended Guarantee for such goods and will provide written notice to the purchaser.
3.0. Exclusions and Limitations
Where permitted by local law, the following exclusions and limitations apply in regard to Guarantee:
3.1. Glass breakage, for whatever reason caused after Aquarium purchase.
3.2. Goods claims where fault is due to, but not limited by a) misuse b) neglect c) abuse d) re or ood e) normal wear and tear f) accidental breakage g) Acts
of God h) mains voltage uctuation or supply problems i) connection to any voltage other than what is stated on the rating plate j) modication or tampering
to electrical cord or plug, k) vermin, insects or foreign object l) liquid spillage or submersion of goods not designed to sustain such use or duress.
3.3. Where inspections reveal goods are in normal working order including where noise or vibration is consistent with normal goods operation.
3.4. Attempted repairs or modications by unauthorised persons, including but not limited to the drilling of holes in the aquarium glass by unauthorised
persons.
3.5. Where the goods factory rating plate has been removed, altered, damaged or is rendered illegible.
3.6. Where goods are not installed, operated or maintained in accordance with Aqua One’s goods instructions, specications or this Guarantee.
3.7. Replacement or repair of worn consumables or replacement of lost goods, parts or components.
3.8. Costs associated with goods transportation, removal, installation, postage or cost of insurance.
3.9. Any damage incurred whilst installing, transporting or moving the goods.
3.10. Subject to certain local statutory rights and obligations to the contrary, and this guarantee shall not affect those rights or obligations, where, to the full
extent permitted by law: 1. all express and implied warranties and conditions under statute or general law, are expressly excluded and Aqua One, where
permitted, will limit liability as follows and at Aqua One’s option to: in regard to goods either a) the replacement of goods or supply of equivalent goods b)
the repair of goods or the cost of replacing the goods or of acquiring equivalent goods OR in regard to services either c) the re-supply of services d) the
cost to re-supply services.
2. Aqua One will not be liable for any loss or damage, including consequential loss or damage either directly or indirectly, or for any incidental expenses, of
any kind, and in any way whatsoever.
(1) consumables include items such as lter media/cartridges, impellers and shafts, light tubes, lamps, bulbs and starters.
Aqua One may be contacted in:
Australia Hong Kong New Zealand United Kingdom
Kong’s (Aust.) Pty. Limited Kong’s Aquarium Supplies Co., Ltd Kong’s (NZ) Limited Kong’s (UK) Limited,
PO Box 863, Ingleburn No 31, 3/F Thriving Industrial Centre PO Box 15 - 183, Tauranga C/O Aqua Pacic UK Ltd.
1890 NSW Australia 26-38 Sha Tsui Road, Tsuen Wan, 3015 New Zealand PO Box 268
www.aquaone.com.au Hong Kong www.aquaone.co.nz Romsey Hampshire, SO51 0WW
www.aquaone.co.hk United Kingdom
www.aquaone.co.uk
Aqua One Manufacturers Guarantee 2 + 1 Year

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Designed in Australia by Aqua One.
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Excellence in Fish Care! are registered
trademarks or trademarks.
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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
ofce, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you have purchased the product.