Marineland Eclipse User manual

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The Eclipse is listed by Underwriters Laboratories to ensure
that it meets stringent U.S. and Canadian safety requirements.
Marineland, Eclipse, BIO-Wheel and Black Diamond
are trademarks of AQUARIA, Inc.
© 2000 AQUARIA, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A. 3/00 P/N 007361
AQUARIUM PRODUCTS
ECLIPSE
The Filtration & Illumination System
OWNER’S MANUAL
ECLIPSE1• ECLIPSE2• ECLIPSE3
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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 contact 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.
2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
3. To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters,
reflectors,lamp bulbs,etc.
4. 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.
5. 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.
6. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather
or to temperatures below freezing.
7. Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before
operating it.
8. Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
9. 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 over-
heat.Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped
over or pulled.
10. This appliance has polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other).
As a safety feature,the plugs will fit in a polarized outlet only one way.If the
plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still 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.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING – To guard against injury,basic safety precautions should be
observed,including the following.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER – To avoid possible electric shock,special care should be taken in the use
of aquarium equipment.For each of the following situations,do not attempt repairs
yourself;return the appliance to an authorized service facility for service or discard
the appliance.
1. A. 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.
B. If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately
unplug from the power source.
C. Carefully examine the appliance after installation.It should not be plugged
in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
D. Do not operate any appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunc-
tioning or if it is dropped or
damaged in
any manner.
E. 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 at
right should be arranged by the user for
each cord connecting an aquarium appli-
ance to a receptacle.
AQUARIUM
TANK
APPLIANCE
POWER
SUPPLY
CORDS
DRIP
LOOP

ECLIPS
ECLIPSE E
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For Healthier Fish, Thriving Plants, Superior Water Quality
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Total Filtration, BIO-Wheel Efficiency
Under the Eclipse hood is a 3-stage system of total filtration efficiency.
The Eclipse Filter Cartridge supplies both mechanical and chemical filtration.
For mechanical filtration,there’s a dual-density polyfiber filter pad to trap
dirt and debris.For chemical filtration,each cartridge is packed with
Black Diamond PremiumActivated Carbon...the best there is. And when
it comes to biological filtration,the patented BIO-Wheel is the absolute
best at eliminating toxic ammonia and nitrite from aquarium water.
Years of continuing laboratory tests and field evaluation prove it.
Full Spectrum, Easy-Access Lighting
Enclosed in a clear,water-protected housing,the specially selected
fluorescent daylight lamp (two on Eclipse1TL,Eclipse2and Eclipse3) is ideal
for plant growth and ornamental fish color enhancement.Hinged for easy
access,it lifts effortlessly for water changes and general maintenance.
At-Your-Fingertips Convenience
A unique combination of beauty,precision and functionality,Eclipse requires
virtually no assembly and installs in seconds.The custom light housing and
filtration access panel operate independently for maximum convenience.
The Eclipse easily accommodates accessories such as heaters and airline
tubing…and because all filtration media is inside the top mounted unit,the
Eclipse has minimal rear space requirements for against-the-wall placement.
Transforms An Ordinary Aquarium Into An
Extraordinary Aquarium.
The Eclipse top-mounted system puts lighting,filtration and maintenance at your
fingertips…combining simple,elegant styling with superior performance and
efficiency. And Eclipse features the Marineland BIO-Wheel®…undisputed leader
in biological filtration.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION
For additional assistance or to order parts direct,you may call the Marineland Customer Service
Department at [phone] M-F,between the hours of 8AM and 5PM (PST).Please have your
manual and MasterCard orVISA ready when ordering.
NOTE: Eclipse Filter cartridges are not sold as replacement parts.They may be purchased
at your local Marineland retail outlet in single or three packs (PA0138 or PA0139).
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REPLACEMENT P
REPLACEMENT PAR ARTS LIST TS LIST P PAR ARTS DIAGRAM & IDENTIFICA TS DIAGRAM & IDENTIFICATION TION
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FiltrationView
LightingView
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KEY ITEM DESCRIPTION ECLIPSE1ECLIPSE2ECLIPSE3
1FiltrationAccess Panel*PR3000 PR3001 PR3002
2Hinge-Pin Set (pkg.2)*PR3010 PR3010 PR3010
3BIO-WheelAssembly*PR3020 PR2140 PR2002
4BIO-Wheel Bearings (pkg.2)*PR2141 PR2141 PR2141
5Replacement Lamp
18” (T8 - 15 watts)*PR3030 PR3030 N/A
24” (T8 - 20 watts)*N/A N/A PR3031
6Lamp Base Assembly - (single)*PR3032
Lamp Base Assembly - (twin)*PR3039 PR3033 PR3034
7Lamp Lens Cover*PR3035 PR3035 PR3036
8Lens Cover Fasteners (pkg.3)*PR3037 PR3037 PR3037
9Accessory Port Cover*PR3040 PR3040 PR3040
10 Outlet Flow Diverter*PR3043 PR3044 PR3043
11 Flexible Pump Mount*PR3085 PR3085 PR3085
12 Pump MotorAssembly PR3080 PR3081 PR3082
13 ImpellerAssembly*PR3087 PR3088 PR3089
14 Impeller Housing*PR3083 PR3084 PR3084
15 IntakeTube Coupler N/A PR3061 PR3061
16 IntakeTube PA1341 PA1240 PA1240
17 Intake Strainer PA1462 PA1241 PA1241
NS Cord Organizer PR3070 PR3071 PR3071
* PLEASE NOTE: Asterisked parts come preassembled with your new system.
Exploded view is for identification of REPLACEMENT parts only.
Filter Cartridge
available at your local
Marineland outlet
(PA0138 or PA0139)

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STEP 1. INSTALL ECLIPSE UNIT
Fill aquarium to frame level.Place Eclipse
unit on top of aquarium.
STEP 2. REMOVE FILTRATION
ACCESS PANEL
Open Filtration Access Panel and slide
Hinge Pin (Fig.1) inward toward center
of panel to unlock.Lift panel away and
set aside.
STEP 3. PREPARE LIGHTING
Open Lamp Housing.Visually inspect Lamp
and Lamp connections to confirm that Lamp
has not been damaged or dislodged in transit.
If damage has occurred,call Marineland
Customer Service for replacement.
Taking care to prevent ballast from falling
into water,pass Light Cord under Router
and out through Cord Slot (Fig.2).
NOTE:You may want to attach Light
Cord to a timing device to ensure that
Lamps light at selected intervals.
STEP 4. INSTALL ECLIPSE CARTRIDGE
Rinse Eclipse Filter Cartridge thoroughly
under cold water to remove any dust.
Shake cartridge horizontally (blue side up)
to evenly distribute carbon over ribbed back.
Place Filter Cartridge into Filter Cartridge
Chamber (blue side up - Fig.3).
STEP 5: ASSEMBLE INTAKE TUBE AND STRAINER
Slip Intake Strainer onto end of Intake Tube.
Insert opposite end of IntakeTube into Impeller
Housing on bottom of Pump MotorAssembly
(Fig.4) .For Eclipse2and Eclipse3,the Intake
Tube Coupler is used to join IntakeTube to
Pump Motor Assembly
(Fig.5)
.
NOTE:Magnetic ImpellerAssembly is already
installed.Be sure that IntakeTube fits securely and
does not wobble.
Hinge Pin
FiltrationAccess Panel
FIGURE 1
FIGURE 2
ECLIPSE1:Fits 10”x 20”aquarium frames
(10 gallon,15 or 18‘high’)
ECLIPSE2:Fits 12”x 24”aquarium frames
(15 gallon,20 or 25‘high’)
ECLIPSE3:Fits 12”x 30”aquarium frames
(20‘long’,29 or 37 gallon)
ASSEMBL
ASSEMBLY/OPERA Y/OPERATIONAL INSTRUCTIONS TIONAL INSTRUCTIONS
10 simple steps to final assembly and
installation of your new Eclipse System.
Assembly/Operational and Maintenance instructions for the Eclipse1,Eclipse2
and Eclipse3are virtually identical.For this reason,and in the interest of avoiding
confusion,the sections that follow feature diagrams for the Eclipse1model only.
You will find that the steps pictured are readily applicable to the Eclipse2and
Eclipse3models as well.Any variations are noted.
Most parts are preassembled and do not require disassembly prior to installation.
We recommend that you read the Maintenance section that follows to familiarize
yourself with the overall operation of the Eclipse System.
Light Cord
Eclipse Filter
Cartridge LiftTab
Filter Cartridge
Chamber
Light Cord
Router
Cord Slot
Impeller
Housing
Impeller
Housing
Intake
Tube
Intake
Strainer
Magnetic Impeller
Assembly
Impeller
Assembly
Intake Tube
Coupler
Pump Motor
Assembly
Pump Motor
Assembly
Intake
Tube
Intake
Strainer
ECLIPSE 1 ECLIPSE 2 & 3
FIGURE 3
FIGURE 5
FIGURE 4

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If you wish to install any optional accessories,
i.e.heater or air line tubing,this is the ideal
time to do so.Remove rear Accessory Port
Cover, place accessory in desired location
and route cord or tubing through Port.
Replace Port Cover to secure accessory
cords and prevent light“bleed”(Fig.6).
NOTE:Port Cover opening may be
enlarged by cutting with scissors.
STEP 6. INSTALL PUMP MOTOR ASSEMBLY
Place Pump MotorAssembly in Flexible
Pump Mount (Fig.7).This will ensure
stability.If PumpAssembly is not properly
seated in Flexible Pump Mount,filter will not
operate correctly.Strainer should rest at least
one inch above surface of aquarium gravel.
If necessary,tube may be cut to allow this.
Route pump cord through Cord Slot
(with Light Cord).
NOTE: Make sure that Magnetic Impeller
Assembly, Intake Tube and Strainer are free
of obstruction.Nothing in tank should
come in contact with any part of the Pump
Motor Assembly.
STEP 7. INSPECT BIO-WHEEL/
REPLACE FILTRATION PANEL
Make sure that Bearings are seated snugly
into Bearing Pockets and that BIO-Wheel
rotates freely (Fig.8).Replace Filtration
Access Panel and slide Hinge Pins outward
to lock in place.
FIGURE 6
FIGURE 8
Port Cover
Port
Bearing
Bearing Pocket
BIO-Wheel
STEP 8. INSTALL CORD ORGANIZER
Remove red protective covering from
adhesive strips on inside of Cord Organizer.
Install on outside corner of aquarium as
shown (Fig.9).Gently press cords into
Organizer clamp.
NOTE: Organizer adhesive requires
24-hours to set completely.
Creating a drip loop (pgs.2-3),plug cords into standard receptacle.Water will begin
to flow through system immediately.
NOTE: Do not force plug into a non-polarized receptacle.Adapters are available
at most hardware stores.
STEP 9. START SYSTEM
FIGURE 9
Cord
Organizer
Cords
IMPORTANT: Do not allow the Eclipse System to operate
without water at any time.
CAUTION: IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE AN OUTLET STRIP...
Use only one that is properly approved and equipped with
a fuse or circuit breaker.
Place outlet strip away from aquarium tank and make sure all
receptacles are protected from water splash, spillage or vapor.
Frequently check electrical equipment and connections
for signs of moisture, greenish corrosion or black, sooty
residue (arcing). If evident, turn off power IMMEDIATELY
and correct the problem.
Flexible Pump
Mount
FIGURE 7
CAUTION: Always use submersible or frame-mounted
heaters equipped with a splash-proof safety cover (cap).
Make sure cap remains in place at all times. CAUTION: Choose Cord Organizer location carefully. Organizer
Adhesive is very powerful. Attempts to remove Cord Organizer
after installation may mar surface of aquarium.

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Press Light Switch to activate fluorescent
lamp (Fig.11).
FIGURE 11
FIGURE 12
BIO-Wheel
Eclipse Filter
Cartridge
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NEVER submerge Eclipse in water.
NEVER use soap,abrasives or any other
cleaning agent on or around filter
or aquariums.
ALWAYS unplug pump and light cords before
performing maintenance.
MAINTENANCE
MAINTENANCE
Proper system maintenance begins with
frequent visual inspections to ensure
normal system operation and non-stressful
conditions for fish.The Eclipse Hinged Covers
make it easy to inspect BIO-Wheel,change
Eclipse Filter Cartridge (Fig.12) or change
Lamp(s) without removing the entire unit.
Feeding and daily visual monitoring of
Eclipse Filter Cartridge and BIO-Wheel
rotation may be done through this open area.
Basic aquarium maintenance includes
regular 25% water changes (every 2-4 weeks)
and gravel cleaning,as well as regular filter
cartridge replacement (once a month,
minimum).Inoperative equipment,excessive
mechanical or water noise,cloudy
and/or bad smelling water all require
immediate attention.
When creating a new aquarium environment, patience is the
first key to success.Begin with a few fish,adding more fish gradually over a 4- 6
week period.This allows the BIO-Wheel to establish a beneficial bacteria culture
and develop peak operational efficiency. Also,a cultured BIO-Wheel can be
transferred to other new aquarium environments to speed the break-in process.
Slow or irregular BIO-Wheel rotation is normal. A BIO-Wheel rotating at any
speed is removing ammonia and nitrite.There is no reason to replace a
BIO-Wheel unless it is damaged.If your BIO-Wheel fails to rotate or stops
completely,consult theTroubleshooting section of this manual.
Light
Switch
STEP 10. SET WATER LEVEL AND
ADJUST FLOW DIVERTER
Open Light Housing. If necessary,add
water to aquarium until it reaches a level just
below BIO-Wheel Chamber. Reach down
under chamber and adjust Flow Diverter
to desired angle (Fig.10).Do not attempt to
adjust past 90°…water may be directed out
of tank.
Flow
Diverter
90°
BIO-Wheel
Chamber
Light Housing
FIGURE 10

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1.Remove FiltrationAccess Panel.Remove
BIO-Wheel.To avoid disturbing beneficial
bacteria culture,handle a BIO-Wheel by the
Ends and/orAxle (Fig.13).
Gently clean BIO-Wheel Bearings and
inspect for wear.It is not necessary to
remove Bearings.If Bearings display
inordinate wear,they may then be
removed and replaced.
2.Using corner LiftTab,remove used Eclipse
Cartridge and discard.
3.Unplug Light and Pump MotorAssembly.
Remove PumpAssembly from Eclipse
unit.Separate Magnetic ImpellerAssembly
and IntakeTube (Fig.14).
4.Clean all parts thoroughly with
cleaning brush.Rinse with cold water.
Inspect ImpellerAssembly for wear.
Purchase new part if excessive wear
or damage is evident.After cleaning,
set aside until reassembly.
5.Using cold water,wipe down the inside and outside
surface of Eclipse unit with a clean cloth.
6.Reassemble parts.Refer to Parts Diagram (page 7)
orAssembly Steps 7-10, if necessary.Insert
ImpellerAssembly into assembled Impeller
Housing,IntakeTube and Strainer (Fig.15) before
reinstalling into Pump MotorAssembly.
After reassembly,Impeller should rotate freely
and silently - without wobble or hindered motion
of any kind.Install ImpellerAssembly in Pump
MotorAssembly.
Replace entire Pump/Impeller/TubeAssembly.
Make sure that top section of Pump Motor
Assembly is seated securely in Flexible Pump
Mount (see Fig.7,pg.10).
7.Rinse new Eclipse Filter Cartridge (step 4,pg.9).
Install.
NOTE: Use only a genuine Eclipse Filter Cartridge.
Substitutions often contain lower grades and/or
quantities of carbon and may not fit properly.
This can result in reduced filtration effectiveness.
8.Secure cords in Cord Organizer.Restart filter.
Check water flow and BIO-Wheel rotation.
Check to make sure Pump/FiltrationAssembly
is operating silently and efficiently.
NOTE: If water flow to BIO-Wheel is blocked,
water will overflow cartridge.Make sure Cartridge
Chamber and BIO-Wheel Chamber are free of
any obstruction.
We recommend the following complete maintenance procedure as needed
(at least every month):
FIL
FILTRA TRATION TION
FIGURE 13
FIGURE 15
Impeller
Assembly
Impeller
Housing
IntakeTube
Strainer
BIO-Wheel
Impeller
Housing
Intake
Tube
Intake
Strainer
Magnetic Impeller
Assembly
Pump Motor
Assembly
FIGURE 14
IMPORTANT: Every BIO-Wheel is preassembled at the
factory. It should not be tampered with or disassembled.
Discoloration of pleated material is normal and desirable.
As long as a BIO-Wheel is not damaged, it does not need
to be cleaned or replaced.

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1.Unplug Light and Pump. NEVER change
lamps while power is on.
2.Lift Light Housing.Using a screwdriver,
rotate Lens Cover Fasteners a single
quarter-turn to the stop.Fasteners remain
in Lens Cover (Fig.17).
NOTE: Eclipse3has three fasteners.
Carefully remove Lens Cover by lifting
up and off.Set aside.
3.Remove lamp.Grasping each end,gently
twist 90° and pull forward and out from
housing sockets (Fig.18).Discard.
4.Replace discarded Lamp(s) with new
Lamp(s) (see page 6).
5.Replace Lens Cover.Rotate Lens Cover
Fasteners (1/4 turn clockwise) to secure
cover in place.
LIGHTING
LIGHTING
Illumination is provided by a daylight full spectrum fluorescent lamp,selected
for truest color rendition and live aquatic plant growth properties.Over time,
lamp performance will decline.We recommend replacement after 5,000 hours
or 12 months of use.See your dealer or call Marineland Customer Service to
obtain Eclipse replacement lamps.
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Handle hood with dry hands only.Water can seep into
lighting vents in hood and damage electrical components.
Do not attempt to remove whiteAccess Housing
from mounting.To do so may cause electric shock
and severe injury.
FIGURE 18
Lamp
MAINTENANCE DATE MAINTENANCE DATE
MAINTENANCE LOG
MAINTENANCE LOG
Clean equipment works best.Record the maintenance performed and the
date below.Regular care keeps your unit operating at peak efficiency.
FIGURE 17
Lens Cover
Fasteners
Lens
Cover

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Make certain the outlet has power and is functioning properly.
Check to see that aquarium water is at correct level.
Inspect Intake Tube and Strainer for obstructions.
Remove and inspect PumpAssembly.Remove Impeller
Assembly and check for wear and/or obstruction.
Check Motor Housing for obstructions.
Remove Impeller Housing and ImpellerAssembly.
Make certain Magnetic ImpellerAssembly is free to rotate.
Debris may be hindering silent rotation.
Replace worn or damaged Magnetic ImpellerAssembly.
Refer to parts list for part number.
Make sure Motor Housing is suspended properly in Flexible
Pump Mount. Also check to make sure that IntakeTube and
Strainer are not impeded in any way.
Allow 24-48 hours for“breaking in”period.Material in
a BIO-Wheel is not fully absorptive when new.
Check aquarium water level.Lower than normal levels can
result in excessive splash or noise.
Don’t panic.Chances are,the wheel is not permanently
stopped.Irregular rotation,including brief pauses,is normal.
As long as the wheel continues to move periodically and
remains wet,it is functioning properly.
Make sure BIO-Wheel Bearings are free of obstruction.
Make sure BIO-Wheel Chamber is free of obstruction.
Inspect BIO-Wheel Bearings andAxle for dirt or mineral
deposits.If evident,clean these areas carefully.
Make sure all parts are installed properly and that there are no
obvious obstructions to free rotation.
Examine Intake Tube for flow obstruction.
Unplug pump,lift Eclipse Filter Pad and check for blockage.
Change if necessary.
Perform regular filter maintenance.
SYMPTOM COMMENTS/SOLUTION This is not a problem.It indicates the development of beneficial
biological culture. Do not attempt to clean BIO-Wheel pleats.
Make sure Light Cord is plugged into proper receptacle.
If lighting is connected to a timer,check for proper function.
Inspect Lamp(s) for burnout.Turn off power and change
Lamp(s) (pg.16).
NOTE: High output (HO) or very high output (VHO)
lamps are inappropriate for the Eclipse unit and should
not be used under any circumstances.
Do not attempt to service Lamp or starter assembly.
Call Marineland Customer Service if problem persists.
SYMPTOM COMMENTS/SOLUTION
If a BIO-Wheel
becomes discolored…
If fluorescent lights
do not turn on…
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES
LIMITED WARRANTY
Within two years from the date of original purchase,MarinelandAquarium Products
will repair or replace,at its option,any Eclipse which is deemed defective in
workmanship or materials.
Please return the unit,together with proof of date of purchase,to your local
dealer or send unit (postage paid) to:
Marineland Aquarium Products
6100 Condor Drive
Moorpark,CA 93021
Eclipse Fluorescent Lamps are pretested at the factory and are warranted separately.
If,within a period of 90 days from date of purchase,a Lamp fails to illuminate (and has not
been damaged through owner misuse),Marineland will replace it at no extra charge.
Damage or injuries resulting from negligence or misuse are not covered by this warranty.
Incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded*.This warranty gives you
specific legal rights.You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
*Because some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages,this exclusion
may not apply to you.
If your system fails
to start (or stops)
pumping water…
If your system
makes mechanical
noise…
If your system
makes vibrational
noise…
If your BIO-Wheel
splashes and/or
makes excessive
water noise…
If a BIO-Wheel stops…
If,however,BIO-Wheel
appears permanently
stopped or obstructed…