AQUAMAXX HOB-1.5 User manual

HOB-1.5 Hang-On-Back Protein Skimmer
Installation Guide
Collection Cup with
lid /
drain tube /
O-ring
Air Hose
Air Silencer with lid
Inlet set
Outlet
SHARK 1.0 pump
Diffuser
1Please open the package carefully, and check if there’s any damaged
or missing part. 2Please wash your new VS-1.5 and SHARK 1.0 pump with ONLY warm water and sponge before assembly. Pull out the inside plate
to wash the main body. Never clean acrylic with alcohol-based
products. Use caution when handling acrylic scratches easily.
3Install the diffuser onto the pump, and tighten the screw under the
diffuser. ( DO NOT OVER-TIGHTEN)
Connect the air hose to the pump.
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4Install the inlet which doesn’t have the water intake onto the pump. 6Install the inside plate.
7Install the screw(in accessories pack) into the hole on top of the main body.
8Install the small O-ring onto the short tube, then connect them with
the inlet tube that with water intake.
Complete the inlet set and install the outlet tube as photo shows.
5Gently put the pump (with diffuser and inlet) into the main body.
Make sure the base of the diffuser is attached well with the main body.
Make sure the O-ring is on
the outside.
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(2)
To grab the wire, air hose and inlet tube together would
make this step easier.
Keep the wire staying close to the pump.
Tips:

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Install the silencer with lid.
The aquarium’s water level
must not be more than 4”
from the aquarium’s rim.
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Install the large O-ring and drain tube onto the
collection cup.
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Install the collection cup and connect the air
hose to the silencer.
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Select a suitable place to set your HOB-1.5
The water intake must be completely
submerged underwater when in use.
3Hang the protein skimmer on the
aquarium. Adjust the positioning
screws so the skimmer is parallel to
your aquarium.
Caution! Over-tightening the screws will
damage the skimmer!
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4”
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Fill skimmer with aquarium water until it flows out of the outlet.
To Start
Remove the air hose from the silencer, pick up the silencer and immerse in skimmer
water to prime the pump. (image )
Plug-in, and wait until the pump primes,
and no air in the inlet tubes. This may
take a few minutes (verify the air hose is
immersed in water and the inlet/outlet
pipes are tightly connected). Once it’s
done, water would be flushed out from
the outlet. (image )
4Once the pump is primed and operating normally, pull the
air hose out of water and replace it on to the silencer.
5The skimmer will take 2-4 weeks to reach optimal
operation. During the break-in period, we recommend
setting the collection cup in its highest position (with the
O-ring placed towards the bottom of the collection cup).
You can adjust the form of skimmate by simply
changing the position of O-ring.
O-ring level
skimmate color
highlow
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1For best performance, clean the collection cup frequently with a sponge and warm water
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It may require 2 – 4 weeks for the skimmer to reach optimal performance due to tiny amounts of oil or remnants left from manufacturing. Skimmer
performance may be erratic during this time; be sure to allow ample time for the skimmer to break-in before making adjustments. You can clean the skimmer
with warm water and sponge to shorten the break-in-period.
Regular maintenance of the pump will ensure a long life and maximum performance: recommended every 3 months.
You can disassemble the pump by following steps:
Recommendations
Warranty
(1) Take off the air hose and connector to check if there’s any clogging and clean it up. (especially the place marked on the photo)
It’s common that the carbonate (limescale) builds up to form a very hard white substance.
(2) Loosen the cover of the pump to pull out the inside parts. (3) Separate the inside parts to clean, espacially the impeller.
small washer could be
easily ignored, make sure
to put it back in positon.
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.
** please clean carefully with brush.
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After assembly, test if the rotor could turn normally.
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.