AquaticLife 420049 Product manual

INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
INSTALLATION & MAINTENANCE GUIDE
Light Fixtures
For Models 420049 Compact Fluorescent 24IN
420050 Compact Fluorescent 36IN
420051 Compact Fluorescent 48IN
420052 Compact Fluorescent 72IN
420035 T5 HO 24IN
420151 T5 HO 30IN
420036 T5 HO 36IN
420037 T5 HO 48IN
420038 T5 HO 72IN
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that are essential in order to protect
against injury to people or damage to
equipment.
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that are specific instructions on how
to operate, control, adjust or maintain
the units.
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that are intended to offer helpful advice
for a better user experience.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
COMPACT FLUORESCENT
MODELS
#420049 #420050
#420051 #420052
Parts & Specifications ........ 6
Parts Diagram ............... 6
Product Specifications..... 7
Installation ........................ 8
Packaging ...................... 8
Aquarium Frame Mounts ... 10
Suspension System ...... 11
Power ......................... 11
Timer .......................... 11
Maintenance .................... 12
Lamp Replacement ....... 12
Housing ...................... 13
Lens Cover .................. 13
T5 HO FLUORESCENT
MODELS
#420035 #420036 #420151
#420037 #420038
Parts & Specifications ...... 14
Parts Diagram ............. 14
Product Specifications... 15
Installation ...................... 16
Packaging .................... 16
Lamps......................... 17
Aquarium Frame Mounts ... 18
Suspension System ...... 19
Power ......................... 19
Timer .......................... 19
Maintenance .................... 20
Housing ...................... 20
Lens Cover .................. 20
Lamp Replacement........ 20
Timer Set-Up & Operation ..... 21
Compact Fluorescent
& T5 HO Light Fixtures
Safety Instructions............. 4
Warnings ....................... 4
Grounding...................... 5
Glossary of Terms ............ 22
Registration & Warranty ... 23

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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING
TO GUARD AGAINST INJURY, BASIC PRECAUTIONS
SHOULD BE OBSERVED, INCLUDING THE FOLLOWING:
A) READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
B) DANGER – To avoid possible electric shock, 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 by yourself; return the appliance to an
authorized service facility for service or discard the appliance:
1) If the appliance falls into the water, DON’T reach for it! First
unplug it and then retrieve it. If electrical components of
the appliance get wet, unplug the appliance immediately.
(Non-immersible equipment only)
2) If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage,
immediately unplug it from the power source. (Immersible
equipment only)
3) Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should
not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to
be wet.
4) Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or
plug, or if it is malfunctioning or has been dropped or dam-
aged in any manner.
5) To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle
getting wet, position aquarium stand and tank to one side
of a wall-mounted receptacle to prevent water from drip-
ping onto the receptacle or plug. A “drip loop," shown in
the figure below, should be arranged by the user for each
cord connecting an aquarium appliance to a receptacle. The
“drip loop" is that part of the cord below the level of the
receptacle, or the connector if an extension cord is used, to
prevent water traveling along the cord and coming in con-
tact with the receptacle. If the plug or receptacle does get
wet, DON’T unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit
breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then, unplug
and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
C) Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by
or near children.
D) To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such
as heaters, reflectors, lamp bulbs, and the like.
E) Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use,
before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning.
Never yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and
pull to disconnect.
F) Do not use an appliance for other than intended use. The use
of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
G) Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to
the weather or to temperatures below freezing.
H) Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely
installed before operating it.
I) Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
J) If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating
should be used. A cord rated for less amperes or watts than
the appliance rating may overheat. Care should be taken to
arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
K) For added safety, the appliance must be plugged into a re-
ceptacle controlled by a GFCI (ground fault interrupter) circuit
breaker. Device must be properly connected to a grounded
three-prong receptacle.
L) This appliance is intended FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
M) This Light Fixture is required to be used over a covered aquari-
um. A glass top or protective barrier is required to minimize the
fixture's exposure to water.
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GROUNDING INSTRUCTIONS
THIS APPLIANCE SHOULD BE GROUNDED TO MINIMIZE
THE POSSIBILITY OF ELECTRIC SHOCK.
GROUNDING SETUP
This appliance should be grounded to minimize the possibility of
electric shock. This appliance is equipped with an electric cord
having an equipment grounding conductor and a grounding type
plug. The plug must be plugged into an outlet that is installed and
grounded in accordance with all appropriate codes and ordinances.
This appliance is for use on a normal 120-volt circuit, and has a
grounding plug that looks like the plug illustrated below.
A temporary adaptor which looks like the adaptor illustrated in
(A) may be used to connect this plug to a two-pole receptacle as
shown in (A) if a grounded outlet is not available.
A temporary adaptor should only be used until a grounded outlet
can be installed by a qualified electrician.
GROUNDING INSTALLATION
The green-colored rigid tab extending from the adaptor must be
fastened to a permanent ground such as a grounded outlet box.
1. Plug temporary adaptor into two-pole outlet. (B)
2. Insert screw through rigid tab on temporary adaptor and into
grounded outlet box. (C)
Grounding Plug
Grounded Outlet
Box Cover
Grounding
Plug Grounding
Tab
FRONT VIEW C
Temporary
Adaptor
Rigid Ear
(Grounding Means)
Two-Pole Receptacle
TWO-POLE OUTLET A
Temporary
Adaptor
Grounding Tab
Screw
Two-Pole Receptacle
TWO-POLE OUTLET B
Grounding Outlet
Grounding Pin

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compact fluorescent PARTS / SPECS
PARTS DIAGRAM

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PARTS DIAGRAM
Model Numbers
420049 420050 420051 420052
420/460 Lamp(s): 410045 410047 410045 410047
10,000 K Lamp(s): 410046 410048 410046 410048
LED: 470103
Aquarium Frame Mounts: 470062
Fan: 470104
Ballast: 470073 470074 470075 470074
Lens Cover: 3 3 3 3
End Plate: 470105
Installation & Maintenance Guide: 3
Model Numbers
420049 420050 420051 420052
Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC
Rated Cycle: 60Hz
Power Factor: 0.95 0.95 0.95 0.95
Power Cord Length: 2 meters 3 meters
Dimensions without Frame Mounts: (L x W x H): 62.5 x 23 x 9.12 cm
24.60 x 9.05 x 3.59 in
93 x 23 x 9.12 cm
36.61 x 9.05 x 3.59 in
120.5 x 23 x 9.12 cm
47.44 x 9.05 x 3.59 in
181.5 x 23 x 9.12 cm
71.45 x 9.05 x 3.59 in
PARTS LIST:
For Compact Fluorescent Light Fixtures
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
For Compact Fluorescent Light Fixtures

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Tools required for installation:
compact fluorescent INSTALLATION
1) Phillips #2 Screwdriver
The Aquatic Life Marine Light Fixture is shipped with the compact fluorescent lamps installed;
however, the shipping materials will need to be removed prior to operation.
Place the light fixture upside down on a surface that will not mar or scratch the finish.
PACKAGING
TIP: Use a large towel
under the fixture while
removing the shipping
materials to avoid scratch-
ing the fixture.
2) After the four screws are removed, pull the End Plates from the fixture.
1) Remove the two screws from both the left and right sides of the fixture
(Phillips Screwdriver required).
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3) Slide the Acrylic Lens Cover out of the fixture.
NOTE: DO NOT replace
the end plates until the
Aquarium Frame Mounts
have been attached.
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5) Acrylic scratches easily and your new fixture includes a plastic film on the Lens Cover to protect
it during shipping. Peel the protective film off both sides of the Acrylic Lens Cover.
4) Remove the cardboard and Styrofoam shipping materials.
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1) With the End Plates removed, attach the two Aquarium Frame Mounts.
The Mounts slide into the channels on the sides of the light fixture.
AQUARIUM FRAME MOUNTS
compact fluorescent INSTALLATION
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The light fixture can be hung from overhead supports with optional suspension hardware. The fixture
is equipped with Mounting Points on the housing for easy connection. Refer to the Installation
Guide included with the suspension hardware.
The Aquatic Life Marine Light Fixture is equipped with a built in Digital Timer and a single power
cord. The Timer enables independent control of three lighting Zones in the fixture. Connect the
power cord into a grounded outlet (GFCI). The display will illuminate when power is supplied.
The Digital Timer controls three Zones in the Marine Light Fixture: 10,000 K Lamps, 420/460
Lamps and Lunar LED’s. Each of these Zones can be programmed to operate at different times
throughout the day. See Page 21 for timer setup and operation.
4) Place the fixture over a covered aquarium and adjust (slide) the Aquarium Frame Mounts so that
the base of each Mount is firmly resting on the aquarium frame.
3) Reattach both End Plates.
AQUARIUM FRAME MOUNTS
SUSPENSION SYSTEM (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY, ITEM # 420063)
POWER
TIMER
NOTE: Each Zone has
been pre-installed with
a different Lamp that
will provide an array of
spectral output for the
tank inhabitants.
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compact fluorescent MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The fixture
is hot during operation
and must cool before
servicing. Unplug the
fixture from power supply
and allow to cool for 15
minutes before changing
Lamps.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
Depending on the type of marine aquarium inhabitants, the Lamps may need to be replaced every
9 to 18 months. It is best to review the requirements for your animals prior to replacing the Lamps.
Consult your local store or supplier for a recommendation for frequency of replacement.
To remove and replace Lamps, follow the Installation procedure for Packaging on page 9. The instruc-
tions will show how to remove the End Plates and Lens Cover. This will give access to the Lamps.
The Lamps are secured in two places; the Socket End and the Lamp Clip. The Lamp Clip secures
the Lamp with a silicon Band that stretches over the Lamp.
1) Remove the Silicon Band from the Lamp Clip and lift the Lamp gently from the Lamp Clip.
The Lamp will “pivot” at the Socket End, allowing the Lamp to be easily removed.
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WARNING: The fixture
is not waterproof. Do not
spray or submerge the
fixture.
HOUSING
Unplug the Marine Light Fixture and wipe the housing with a clean moist/semi-dry cloth to remove
dust, salt and other debris that may have built up on the fixture.
LENS COVER
Wipe the Acrylic Lens Cover with fresh water or an acrylic cleaner to maintain peak light transmis-
sion. If the Lens Cover is allowed to become dirty, it will reduce the amount of light that enters the
aquarium.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
3) Reverse steps to install the new Lamp.
2) While holding the plastic end of the Lamp “pull” the Lamp from the Socket.
TIP: Keep the fixture's
Acrylic Lens Cover and
Glass Cover over the
aquarium clean to allow
maximum light penetra-
tion into the aquarium.
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t5 ho fluorescent PARTS / SPECS
PARTS DIAGRAM

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PARTS DIAGRAM
Model Numbers
420035 420151 420036 420037 420038
420/460 Lamp(s): 410039 410039 410041 410043 410041
10,000 K Lamp(s): 410040 410040 410042 410044 410042
LED: 470103
Aquarium Frame Mounts: 470065
Fan: None None 470104 (1 qty.) 470104 (2 qty.) 470104 (2 qty.)
Ballast: 470020 470020 470071 470072 470071
Lens Cover: 33333
End Plate: 470106 (LEFT) / 470107 (RIGHT)
Installation & Maintenance Guide: 3
Model Numbers
420035 420151 420036 420037 420038
Rated Voltage: 120 Volt AC
Rated Cycle: 60Hz
Power Factor: 0.55 0.55 0.55 0.59 0.55
Power Cord Length: 2 meters 3 meters
Dimensions without Frame Mounts: (L x W x H): 60 x 25.8 x 8.34 cm
23.62 x 10.16 x 3.28 in
75 x 25.8 x 8.34 cm
29.53 x 10.16 x 3.28 in
90 x 25.8 x 8.34 cm
35.43 x 10.16 x 3.28 in
120 x 25.8 x 8.34 cm
47.24 x 10.16 x 3.28 in
180 x 25.8 x 8.34 cm
70.86 x 10.16 x 3.28 in
PARTS LIST:
For T5 HO Fluorescent Light Fixtures
PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS:
For T5 HO Fluorescent Light Fixtures

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Tools required for installation: Phillips #2 Screwdriver
t5 ho fluorescent INSTALLATION
The Aquatic Life T5 HO Marine Light Fixture is shipped with the Lamps,
however, the shipping materials will need to be removed prior to operation.
Place the light fixture upside down on a surface that will not mar or scratch the finish.
PACKAGING
TIP: Use a large towel
under the fixture while
removing the shipping
materials to avoid scratch-
ing the fixture.
2) Remove the packing materials.
NOTE: The Lamps will
be packaged under the
packing materials, do not
discard.
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The Lamps are packaged in a protective tube to help eliminate damage during shipping.
1) Remove the Lamps from their protective tubes.
2) T5 HO Lamps use a mini bi-pin connection to make contact with the fixture's sockets. To install,
insert both ends of the Lamp into sockets and rotate 90 degrees. The min bi pin connections
should now be horizontal in the socket.
3) Install Lamps in the following sequence:
• 1st10,000KLamp,insocketsclosesttofrontofxture
• 2nd420/460Lamp,insecondsocketsfromfrontofxture
• 3rd10,000KLamp,inthirdsocketsfromfrontofxture
• 4th420/460Lamp,insocketsclosesttobackofxture
The Timer will control the Lamps in the above arrangement. Any change in the sequence of Lamps
will change the Timer’s ability to control the Lamps as designed.
LAMPS
PACKAGING
3) Your new fixture includes a plastic film on the Lens Cover to protect it during shipping. Peel the
protective film off both sides of the Acrylic Lens Cover.
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Acrylic Lens Cover until the
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have been attached.

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t5 ho fluorescent INSTALLATION
1) With the small End Plate still removed, attach the four Aquarium Frame Mounts. Slide the metal
anchors into the channel located on the bottom side of the light fixture. Place two anchors per
channel; two for the front and two for the back.
2) Place each Aquarium Frame Mount over a metal Anchor and insert the included screw through
the Mount and into the Anchor. Tighten the screw until the Anchor pulls against the inside of the
channel and secures the Mount to the fixture.
AQUARIUM FRAME MOUNTS
NOTE: Not all of the
Aquarium Frame Mounts
are the same. Position
the Mounts so that the
horizontal ribs in the side
of the Mount point away
from the fixture. The
Mounts are designed
to angle away from the
fixture to provide a wide
stable base.
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The light fixture can be hung from overhead supports with optional suspension hardware. The fixture
is equipped with Mounting Points on the housing for easy connection. Refer to the Installation
Guide included with the suspension hardware.
The Aquatic Life Marine Light Fixture is equipped with a built in Digital Timer and a single power
cord. The Timer enables independent control of three lighting Zones in the fixture. Connect the
power cord into a grounded outlet (GFCI). The display will illuminate when power is supplied.
The Digital Timer controls three Zones in the Marine Light Fixture: 10,000 K Lamps, 420/460
Lamps and Lunar LED’s. Each of these Zones can be programmed to operate at different times
throughout the day. See Page 21 for timer setup and operation.
3) Slide the Acrylic Lens Cover back into the track.
4) Place the fixture over a covered aquarium and adjust (slide) the Aquarium Frame Mounts so that
the base of each Mount is firmly resting on the aquarium frame. Tighten the screws to secure
the Mounts to the fixture.
AQUARIUM FRAME MOUNTS
SUSPENSION SYSTEM (OPTIONAL ACCESSORY, ITEM # 420063)
POWER
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t5 ho fluorescent MAINTENANCE
WARNING: The fixture
is not waterproof. Do not
spray or submerge the
fixture.
WARNING: The fixture
is hot during operation
and must cool before
servicing. Unplug the
fixture from power supply
and allow to cool for 15
minutes before changing
Lamps.
HOUSING
Unplug the Marine Light Fixture and wipe the housing with a clean moist/semi-dry cloth to remove
dust, salt and other debris that may have built up on the fixture.
LENS COVER
Wipe the Acrylic Lens Cover with fresh water or an acrylic cleaner to maintain peak light transmis-
sion. If the Lens Cover is allowed to become dirty, it will reduce the amount of light that enters the
aquarium.
LAMP REPLACEMENT
Depending on the type of marine aquarium inhabitants, the Lamps may need to be replaced every
9 to 18 months. It is best to review the requirements for your animals prior to replacing the Lamps.
Consult your local store or supplier for a recommendation for frequency of replacement.
To remove and replace Lamps, follow the Installation procedure for Lamps on pages 16 and 17.
The instructions will show how to remove the End Plate and Lens Cover. This will give access to
the Lamps.
The Lamps are secured in two places, the left and right sockets.
1) Gently grasp the ends of the Lamp to be removed and rotate the Lamp so that the pins are verti-
cal and can be lifted out of the sockets.
2) Insert the new Lamp (with pins in a vertical position) into the socket and gently rotate the Lamp
90 degrees. The Lamp pins should now be in a horizontal position within the socket.
TIP: Keep the fixture's
Acrylic Lens Cover and
Glass Cover over the
aquarium clean to allow
maximum light penetra-
tion into the aquarium.
NOTE: Both ends of the
Lamp must rotate at the
same time.