Deltec Black Edition 1.5i User manual

Black Edition
1.5i, 3i, 7i
Operating instruction
Page 9

IMPORTNT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
WARNING To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the
following.
1) READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS.
2) 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.
a) Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or
has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
b) 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 dripping
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 travelling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.
If the plug or socket 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.
3) Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
4) 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.
5) Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
6) Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
7) 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 bee taken to
arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
8) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As safety feature, this
plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit, contact a qualified
electrician. Never use with an extension cord unless plug can be fully inserted. Do not attempt
to defeat this safety feature.
Exception: This instruction may be omitted for an appliance that is not provided with a
polarized attachment plug.
Removing of the plug invalidates the warranty!
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS

Deltec Internal Skimmer Black Edition
The Black Edition skimmers are designed to operate in external filter sumps.
The Pump
The BE 1.5i operate with the E-Flow 4S pump
The BE 3i operate with the E-Flow 8S pump
The BE 7i can operate with the following pumps:
1. Deltec E-Flow 12S
2. Abyzz A200 Abschäumer
All pumps includes a "soft start", this means the rotor will be slowly accelerated to it´s set
at the controller power stage. Through this slow acceleration is starting the Pump, even
under difficult conditions, guaranteed. The choice of the power stage by pressing the + and
- buttons is carried out at the controller.
The transformer as well as the controller have to be placed in a dry and ventilated place to
prevent any possible damage through moisture or water.
Damages caused this way are except from warranty.
Installation
For best performance the water level in the filter sump should be between 180 and
250 mm. A prerequisite for continuous efficient performance is a constant water level in
which the skimmer operates. Ideally, a water level top up system should be used such as
the Deltec Aquastat 1001 or better still a separate skimmer compartment in the sump. The
water level in the skimmer compartment should be higher than in the rest of the sump. But
within the levels recommended for the skimmer model.
This compartment can be supplied with water from a bypass of the aquarium overflow.
Starting the skimmer
- position the skimmer in the sump
- feed water into the skimmer compartment (if applicable)
- open the water level adjuster (diagram c) fully by turning it anti-clockwise
- start the skimmer pump
- close the water level adjuster until fine bubbles are visible in the area of the transition
between the skin tube and the riser.
- initially keep the foam level in the skimmer cup low to avoid over skimming and
possible flooding of the cup.
- wait a minimum of 24 hours before the final adjustment
- turn the water level adjuster in or out until the fine air bubbles start bursting
approximately half way up the cups riser tube
- for dry foam turn the water level adjuster anti-clockwise
- for wet foam clockwise
- Important: Never allow the pump to run dry.

Water level adjuster Ozonizer
Emergency overflow
All BE skimmer have an emergency overflow. This prevents the skimmer from
“overcooking” when the water level in the filter sump changes. The sensitivity of the
emergency overflow can be adjusted by means of the movable pipe (no. 6 in the spare
parts drawing). The further it is pulled out, the later the emergency overflow reacts.
If the emergency overflow is activated, no more air is sucked in, the pump only pumps
water. In such a case, the pump should be switched off and the source of the error
eliminated. If the pump is not switched off and on again, it continues to pump only water,
even after the source of the error has been eliminated.

Operation with ozone
Ozone is an extremely aggressive gas which - if not used properly - can damage one's
health. For this reason, ozone should never be breathed in directly.
In addition, at high doses ozone can damage the skimmer.
The dosing of ozone must be set so that no free ozone can be discerned on the skimmer lid.
The Skimmer can be operate with 50 mg/h of ozone. An ozone-resistant T-piece (glass)
should be fitted in the air hose above the skimmer pump. The free end of the T-piece is
connected to the ozonizer by means of an ozone-resistant hose.
One air connection of the ozoniser should be connected via a suitable silicon hose to the
protein skimmer pump. The air is automatically sucked in the ozoniser by the skimmer
pump. Should the skimmer performance deteriorate please check the ozoniser for blockage.
Safety information:
- The maximum ozone quantity of 50mg/hour per pump must not be exceeded.
- The air passage can be reduced as a result of dust deposits in the ozonizer. This can
result in an increase in the water level in the skimmer, which - in extreme cases - can
overflow. To avoid this, check the ozonizer regularly to make sure that there are no
deposits of dust. If necessary, clean it.
- Never breathe in free ozone.
- The ozonizer may not be directly connected to the air valve.
- In order to avoid water damage, the ozonizer must be placed high enough to ensure
that no water can penetrate it when the skimmer pump is switched off or the
emergency overflow works.
Fresh salt water
If the skimmer is used with new water on an aquarium it is common for find an excessive
quantity of small bubbles and often the skimmer cup fills with a clear liquid. This is due to
the high surface tension of the new water which prevents the bubbles from bursting. Once
the water matures this effect will go away but can take up to 2-3 weeks. The effect is
different on different salt brands and is often dependant on levels of conditioning agents
added to the salt. Once these are skimmed out then the skimmer will act normally.
Heavier feeding in the initial stages will give the chemically pure water something to react
with and allow it to mature into proper aquarium salt water rather than the initial chemical
soup which is new salt water.
Technical data
Techniical
Daten
Dimension mm Aquarium size
litre
Water level mm Air optimal Power
consumption
optimal / Watt
Air maximall
Power
consumption
maximal / Watt
Footprint Height min. max. litre/ h litre/ h
BE 1.5 350x210 610 800-1500 160 230 1100 24 1300 30
BE 3 480x290 610 1500-3000 160 230 1700 40 1900 50
BE7i E-Flow 630x350 950 3000-7000 180 250 2200 110 2300 130
BE7i Abyzz 620x350 950 3000-7000 180 250 2200 130 4000 215

Fault finding
malfunction
cause
remedy
Pump produces
insufficient air
airline blocked clean
airline kinked remove kink
ozonizer blocked clean
excessive air bubbles in
aquarium water
caused by additives in certain sea
salts and water conditioners
U
se different salt or feed heavily
for a period, empty skimmer cup
frequently. This condition may
last for several weeks.
Pump does not start
Bearing of the impeller stuck.
When the pump (after having
been used) has been stored dry
for a period of time, the bearing
can "dry out".
Re
move impeller
and loosen the
bearing by moving the bearing
plate around and along the
ceramic shaft in tap water. If
applicable leave the impeller for
24 h in tap water.
Maintenance
The Deltec skimmer range should need very little adjustment and maintenance once set
correctly however due to the high levels of calcium in marine aquariums it is common for
deposits to build up on moving parts requiring periodical cleaning. It is recommended every
6 months, or when required, that the pumps are removed from the skimmer having first
drained the body of Water.
Check and clean the impellor of debris. If necessary soak the pump housing in white
vinegar or lime scale remover to dissolve any calcium carbonate deposits. A build up of
calcium, dust and salt can restrict or block the venturi inlet on the connecting pipe work and
reduce the skimming efficiency. This should be checked and carefully cleaned with a
toothpick or fine drill rotated between the fingertips.
It is advisable to stop the pump for approximately 15 minutes once every week in order to
dissolve any dust or salt crystals that may have collected in the venture tube.
Please observe: The water level adjuster must be checked at regular intervals (at least
once a week) for accumulation of dirt or other substances with may inhibit or interfere with
its proper function. If required please clean. For this purpose the water level adjuster can be
simply removed by pulling it upwards. After reinstallation of the water level adjuster please
make sure it is correctly set. Any foreign bodies, limestone build up ect. can cause the
skimmer water level to raise, in extreme cases the skimmer may get flooded.

Spare part list BE

No Art. No. Description No Art. No. Description
81700000 Black Edition 1.5i 10
11
1 81501000 Main body 12 93419000 Shut-off-valve 12
2 81502000 Strainer 13
3 81503000 Skimmer cup 14 81160500 Silencer
4 81704000 Lid skimmer cup 15 61764000 Silicone hose 1 meter
5 80500110 O-Ring Skimmer cup 16 81516000 Water level adjuster
6 81506000 Suction tube emergency overflow
7 81507000 Cao emergency overflow
8 81508000 Tube emergency overflow
9 80500200 O-Ring bottom
No Art. No. Description No Art. No. Description
81700000 Black Edition 3i 10
11 93040100 Cap nut 16
1 81601000 Main body 12 93419000 Shut-off-valve 12
2 81602000 Strainer 13 80258000 Cup outlet
3 81603000 Skimmer cup 14 81160500 Silencer
4 81604000 Lid skimmer cup 15 61764000 Silikone hose 1 Meter
5 80500140 O-Ring Skimmer cup 16 81616000 Water level adjuster
6 81606000 Suction tube emergency overflow 17 93040400 O-ring 16
7 81607000 Cao emergency overflow
8 81608000 Tube emergency overflow
9 80500220 O-Ring bottom
No Art. No. Description No Art. No. Description
81700000 Black Edition 7i 10 80500270 O-Ring bottom large
11 93040100 Cap nut 16
1 81701000 Main body 12 93419000 Shut-off-valve 12
2 81702000 Strainer 13 80258000 Cup outlet
3 81703000 Skimmer cup 14 81714000 Silencer
4 81704000 Lid skimmer cup 15 61764000 Silicone hose 1 Meter
5 80500160 O-Ring Skimmer cup 16 81716000 Water level adjuster
6 81706000 Suction tube emergency overflow 17 93040400 O-ring 16
7 81707000 Cao emergency overflow
8 81708000 Tube emergency overflow
9 80500110 O-Ring bottom smal
Deltec GmbH
Steller Straße 75
D-27755 Delmenhorst
Deutschland / Germany
www.deltec-aquaristic.com