AQUAMAXX ConeS FC Series User manual

FC-80 FC-120 FC-180 FC-280Protein SkimmerConeS FC Series [email protected]
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Before Assembly
Please open the package carefully and check for damaged or lost parts.
PARTS INCLUDED:
Assembly
1. Unscrew the body screws from the base plate, and pick up the skimmer body.
Main skimmer body
Venturi
Titanium body screws*5
Collection cup and lid
Air silencer
Adjusting valve
Air hose
Diffuser
SHARK pump
2. Attach the pump to the base plate
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Recommendations
For best performance, please clean the collection cup frequently. Use a sponge
and warm water to clean it. (DO NOT USE ANY SOAP OR CHEMICALS TO
CLEAN THE COLLECTION CUP).
Regular maintenance of the pump will ensure a long life and maximum
performance: recommended every 3 months.
It may require 2 – 4 weeks for the skimmer to reach maximum performance
due to tiny amounts of oil or remnants left from manufacturing. Skimmer
performance may be erratic during this time and be sure to allow ample time
for the skimmer to break-in before making adjustments.
For best results place the skimmer in 7” to 8” of water. Please make
sure that the skimmer is in no more than 8” of water. Otherwise, the
adjusting valve will not function properly.
The pump must be completely submerged underwater when in use
Select a suitable place to set your protein skimmer
While we take great care to keep any contaminantes away from our products during
assembly, please take a moment to clean the skimmer with warm water ONLY. Never clean
Acrylic with alcohol based products. Use caution when handling as acrylic scratches easily.
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3. Take off the venturi.
Only for FC-120: Loosen the fitting on the pump for next step to attach the diffuser
FC-80 / 180 / 280
would be like this
(no fitting)

4. Unscrew the center screw to take off the diffuser plate 5. FC-120: Attach the diffuser base to the pump and tighten the fitting.
11. Install the collection cup and lid
(DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN SKIMMER CUP AS DAMAGE MAY RESULT)
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FC-80 / FC-180 / FC-280: Loosen the screw beside the cap and put the plate on the
pump then screw back, make sure the plate is in the center of the base plate.
8. Install the body screws on the base plate,
and install the venturi.
9. Connect the air hose from the air silencer to
the venturi.
10. Install the silencer on to the skimmer by
tighten the center screw
6. Attach the diffuser plate with the center screw. 7. Reinstall the skimmer body
the valve should
leave some space
for wire
Make sure to put the plate in the center of the base or the skimmer body
cannot be installed.
the diffuser plate should only be installed in this posi�on

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Warranty
AquaMaxx warrants all AquaMaxx products to be free from manufacturing defects for one year from the original purchase date when purchased through an authorized AquaMaxx
retailer. This warranty does not cover any damages caused by misuse, neglect, alterations or improper handling / transport / maintenance / installation. Physical damages are not
covered by warranty. AquaMaxx does not cover personal injury, personal loss, or other damages associated with the use of our products. In order to request warranty service, please
email us at [email protected]. A purchase receipt is required for any warranty service. Products requiring warranty service must be returned to AquaMaxx. You are
responsible for the cost of shipping a warranty claim to AquaMaxx and any damages that may occur during transit. Once a returned product has been inspected, it will be repaired or
exchanged at our discretion and returned to you. International and/or expedited shipping are not covered under your AquaMaxx warranty.
To Start
1. Plug in the pump.
2. The main chamber will fill with bubbles. Carefully adjust the adjusting valve (clockwise to close, the water level in the chamber will go up;
counter-clockwise to open, the water level will go down). Adjust the water level within the skimmer to where the cup meets the neck.
3. Once the bubbles reached the bottom of collection cup, you can start to adjust the water level according to your preference.
If you prefer wet wastewater, you need the high water level; Conversely, if you want dry wastewater, just let your water level goes down.
water level
water color
high low
recommened
water level
Regular maintenance of the pump
You can disassemble the pump by following steps, and clean it gently every 3 months for ensure a long life and maximum performance.
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make sure to have:
You can disassemble the rotor to
wash it, just make sure don’t lose
any part, especially the washer(3).
The rotor is inseparable, just clean
the impeller carefully.
FC-80:
FC-120 / 180 / 280
The venturi should be cleaned monthly
and flushed weekly, due to the air to
water interface calcium carbonate
(limescale) builds up to form a very hard
white substance.
Sometimes the bearing inside
would fell out, make sure it’s in position
every time you clean the pump.
How to remove the limescale?
NO OTHER CHEMICALS, soak in a mixture of 1 part water and 1 part vinegar (citrin acid also
available) for at least 24 hours. Once you finish, please rinse with warm water.