Theiling ROLLERMAT XC User manual

Operation Manual
ROLLERMAT XC
Automatic mechanical filter for fresh and saltwater aquariums and garden ponds
The Rollermat removes waste particles from the water. Biofilter and protein skimmer are
relieved and the result is crystal clear water.

1. Construction
Front view: The motor and the level switch are on the back side
2. Working principle
The polluted water passes the filter fleece and enters into the drum. From here it flows back into the
filter sump. If the fleece is loaded with dirt, the flow through the fleece decreases and the water level
outside of the drum rises. If it reaches a certain level, a level switch starts the motor, the drum
rotates and a small part of fresh fleece is loaded on the drum. Fully automatically. It will take 4 –6
months, depending on the waste production in the system until the complete fleece is used and has
to be replaced.
The Fleece is very fine. Even smallest
particles are removed. The dirt is filtered out
of the system, before it is metabolized
biologically. This relieves the biofilter and the
protein skimmer in seawater.
The pores of the fleece are even fine enough
to retain many protozoa, like fish parasites in
fresh and saltwater. They cannot pass the
fleece. This is unique.
1. Filter
2. Lid
3. Water inlet
4. Water outlet
5. overflow
6. Filter druml
7. New fleece roll
8. Dirty fleece roll
9. Directing rolls
10. Level switch
1. water inlet
2. water ouitlet
3. emergency overflow
4. lid

1. Features of the Rollermat:
Efficient mechanical filtration by fine filter fleece
Automatic transport of the fleece.
Easy changing of the used fleece roll.
The rolls are easy to change, up to 100 m length.
The roll is 15 cm wide, for flow rates up to 10.000l/h, depending on the water quality.
Minimum power uptake. Average below 0,3w.
12V safety voltage
The fleece is transported from the releasing roll to the accepting roll. The rolls are driven by gear
wheels by gear wheels.
If the accepting roll is full –or the
releasing roll empty, it can be
taken out of the filter easily. Both
parts can be separated and the
fleece can be discarded.
1. motor housing
2. accepting roll
3. fleece directing rolls
4. drum
2. Inserting a new fleece roll
If the fleece roll is replaced, it must be
taken care, that the 0-rings at the left
and right side of the new roll are
mounted in the right way. See the arrow
on the figure at the left. They prevent,
that the roll is turning freely.
This keeps the fleece always taut.
The fleece is directed from the releasing
roll over the first directing roll (see fig No
9). The end of the fleece can now be
fixed to the drum (by a tape) or just
pressed into the drum. The drum is

rotated carefully until the fleece can be reached from the other side.
Now, it is directed over the second directing roll and fixed on the accepting roll. This can be done
with tale as well. If the accepting roll is in place and the transformer is plugged in the mains, the level
switch can be lifted lightly by hand. The motor starts and the fleece is pulled taut.
5. Set Up
Aquarium: The Rollermat can be placed into the filter sump below
the aquarium.
Alternatively, it can be placed above the water level, so that the
purified water can flow freely back into the aquarium. If it is
placed inside of the filter sump, the water level in the sump is
always kept maximum 5 cm below the level of the water outlet.
The water flows freely through the filter.
Garden pond: The Rollermat is placed above the water level and is
supplied with water by a pump. The purified water flows freely back
into the pond.
The motor of the Rollermat has a power uptake of 4W and is
operated with 12V= safety voltage. A transformer is included.
For fresh and saltwater aquariums from 300 to 3000 l volume and
garden ponds up to a volume of 5000 l
6. Technical data
Power supply motor
12V, 50/60Hz , 4 Watts
Transformer
230V/50 Hz
Water inlet
D 63 glue connection, 1 ¾“ thread
Water outlet
D 90 glue connection, 1 ¾“ thread
overflow
D 40 glue connection, 1 “ thread
Width opf the fleece roll
42 cm
Maximum water level, if placed
in a filter sump
16 cm above the bottom oft he Rollermat
Dimensions (L x B x H
90 x 60 x 70 cm
7. Accessories: Spare fleece rolls
Article number: 3051100191 spare roll Aquarium „Fine“, 40g/m², 45m long
Article number: 3051100192 spare roll Pond „Standard“, 20g/m², 90m long
ROLLERMAT: Connections
Connections:
Water inlet
63 mm tank union/glue fitting
Water outlet
90 mm tank union/glue fitting
overflow
40 mm tank union/glue fitting

Water inlet
1. Water inlet by Gravity
If operated by gravity, the Rollermat is placed below the aquarium or below the water
level of the pond in the filter sump.
From the overflow chamber of the aquarium or from the skimmer of the pond a pipe
with a diameter of 63 mm is connected to the water inlet of the Rollermat (1).
It is important, that the 63 mm pipe is just pressed into the tank union. If it is glued, it the
Rollermat cannot be disassembled for maintenance.
2. Water inlet by pump pressure.
If the Rollermat is supplied with water by a pump, the
maximum flow is 10.000l/h (e.g. River 8.000). The water
inlet has to be reduced by a reduction fitting to a 1.5” hose
connector. This connections should be glued.
The Rollermat is placed above the water level of the
aquarium or pond. The water flows back by gravity into the
aquarium or the pond.
Water outlet
The water outlet may not be reduced. A 90 mm PVC pipe should be presses into the tank
union. From here a PVC pipe can be directed to the filter sump or pond. The pipe should not
be glued into the tank union. If it is glued, the Rollermat cannot not be disassembled.
Alternatively a 90 mm hose fitting can be pressed into the tank union and a hose may be
directed to the pond or aquarium.
In any case, the water must flow freely away from the outlet. Neither a PVC pipe nor a
flexible hose may be directed higher than the outlet of the Rollermat.
Overflow
The emergency overflow is a 40mm tank union. Here, you can press in a 40 mm PVC pipe.
From here the pipe is directed downwards in a free flow pipe. Alternatively a 40 mm hose
connection can be pressed into the tank union and a hose can be directed to the pond or
aquarium.

8.Warranty
Should any defect in material or workmanship be found within 12 months of the date of purchase,
Theiling GmbH undertakes to repair or, at our option, replace the defective part free of charge –
always provided the product has been installed correctly, is used for the purpose that was intended
by us, is used in accordance with the operating instructions and is returned to us carriage paid. The
warranty term is not applicable on the all consumable products. Proof of Purchase is required by
presentation of an original invoice or receipt indicating the dealer’s name, the model number and
date of purchase, or a Guarantee Card if appropriate. This warranty may not apply if any model or
production number has been altered, deleted or removed, unauthorized persons or organisations
have executed repairs, modifications or alterations, or damage is caused by accident, misuse or
neglect. We regret we are unable to accept any liability for any consequential loss. Please note that
the product is not defective under the terms of this warranty where the product, or any of its
component parts, was not originally designed and / or manufactured for the market in which it is
used. These statements do not affect your statutory rights as a customer. If your Theiling GmbH
product does not appear to be working correctly or appears to be defective, please contact your
dealer in the first instance. Before calling your dealer, please ensure you have read and understood
the operating instructions. If you have any questions your dealer cannot answer, please contact us.
Our policy is one of continual technical improvement and we reserve the right to modify and adjust
the specification of our products without prior notification.
Theiling GmbH, Maschweg 49, D-49324 Melle -
- Technical changes reserved –
04/2014