ViaAqua AR Series User manual

AR Aquarium Kit
Congratulations for purchasing a ViaAqua® self-contained aquarium kit!
All ViaAqua® aquarium kits can be used for either saltwater or
freshwater environments.
Having a well-maintained and established aquarium in the house or ofce provides a
soothing and tranquil felling for all. It is known that aquariums and
sh and help reduce stress and anxiety. A child’s love for sh can be used
to teach responsibility as well as basic biology.
The following are some helpful hints as well as specic guidelines to set up and maintain an
aquarium. These are guidelines and can’t account for every variable in owning
and/or taking care of an aquarium with live animals.
We recommend that when having any questions always consult
you local tropical sh store or pet supply store.
Please follow these guidelines for a successful aquatic environment.
* It will not scratch like acrylic and plastic aquariums
* Radius corner glass aquarium
* Wet/Dry ltration
* Quiet and energy efcient
* Fluorescent lighting
* Easy installation and maintenance
* Front ip top for easy feeding and cleaning
* Complete mechanical and biological ltration system
with top lter and pump
WARNING
Buyer/User assumes all responsability for safety and proper
use not in accordance with the directions and sately labels.

WARNING
»This product may contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and/or
birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash you hand after handling the product.
»It is your sole responsability to verify that the plug and receptacle are clean/free of moisture
and salt build up at all times. The receptacle must be free of water, salt, calcium, and
magnesium. Failure to do so may cause re and/or loss of life.
»Do not plug into an extension cord or power strip.
»A drip loop must be used when plug into any electrical devices. A drip loop is part of the
cord hanging below the receptacle.
»The national code requires all aquarium equipment to be plugged into a G.F.C.I. (Ground
Fault Circuit Interrupter) electrical outlet. If you do not have a G.F.C.I., have an electrician
install one prior to operating any aquarium components.
PRECAUTION AND WARNING
Before installing a ViaAqua® Aquarium Kit Read and Follow all warn-
ings and safeguards and to guard against injury, basic safety precau-
tions need to be observed.
* Read and follow all warning and instructions.
* The aquarium must be placed on a strong and level aquarium stand.
* If the light hood is to fall into the water or is sitting in water do not reach for
it. Unplug the light xture rst then retrieve and/or remove. If the light is to
get wet unplug immediately.
* Always unplug all electrical devices prior to working on the aquarium and/or
lter.
* Do not operate if any of the electrical cords are damaged.
* Never yank or pull the cord from the electrical outlet.
* Only use the aquarium for it intended use.
* Do not lift the aquarium with water inside.
* Do not operate the pump without water.
* All components are intended for indoor use only.
INSTALLATION
First decide on what kind of sh you would like to keep.
• Goldsh-coldwater
• Tropical sh
• Saltwater aquarium
• Planted aquarium
• Reef aquarium
1. On a perfectly at surface ll the aquarium with water to verify that there are not any
leaks. Now that there are not any leaks remove the water from the aquarium. Never lift
the aquarium with water either scoop or siphon water from the aquarium.
2. Guidelines for aquarium location.
a. Do not put the aquarium directly in the front of a window.
b. Do not put next to a door that leads to the outside. Any consistent draft will make it
very difcult to maintain a stable temperature.
c. If you are not placing the aquarium on an aquarium stand verify that the surface is
at, level and strong. Note that water weights approx. 8 lbs. per gallon.
d. Keep out of reach of children.
Drip
Loop
GFCI
ONLY

3. Electrical supply
a. Plug in all electrical aquarium appliances into a G.F.C.I. electrical outlet only
b. Do not plug into a extension cord
c. Always disconnect the power to all aquarium devices prior to maintenance
d. Do not plug in the pump until the aquarium is full of water.
e. Remove the light hood and set aside
4. Attach the intake tube to the intake strainer. Both pieces are found inside to the lter
5. Now attach the intake tube/intake strainer to the intake or bottom of the pump
6. Now place the lter on top of the aquarium. The lter is to be placed so that the pump is
on the left side of the aquarium.
7. Remove the biological media and rinse well.
8. Now place the biological media on the bottom of the lter.
a. Models AR620 and AR37T have dual stage biological lters. Evenly disperse
biological media in both stages.
b. Note biological media is not to be replaced. Clean media with tank water only. Tap
water will kill benecial bacteria, which keeps the aquarium stable.
10. Place the lter pads on the top of the biological media. Optional: ViaAqua® carbon
cartridges and lter pads can be used.
a. A small amount of carbon and/or resin ltering media is recommended. Place the
media in a ltering bag and insert into the lter.
11. Now install the spray bar so that the holes in the spray bar are facing down. Now the
lter is ready to be used.
12. Rinse gravel well. It is recommended to use 1 lb. of gravel per gallon.
13. Fill tank with water. When lling the tank with water veries that the container is clean
and not contaminated. The water level should be just below the small holes on the
bottom of the lter.
a. Models AR620 and AR37T ll the water just below the discharge adapter. This is
located on the right side of the dual stage biological lter.
14. When keeping Tropical sh or a saltwater aquarium a ViaAqua® heater is
recommended. Please consult your local tropical sh store or pet supply store for the
proper wattage heater.
a. AR380 and AR680: 50-75 watt ViaAqua® preset heater
b. AR620 and AR37T: 100-150 watt ViaAqua® preset heater
15. Place a thermometer on the opposite side of the heater.
16. Install the heater according to the manufactures guidelines.
a. Wait 15 minutes for the heater to acclimate to the water temperature in the
aquarium prior to plugging the heater into a G.F.C.I. electrical outlet.
b. Place the heater where there is good water circulation.
17. Due to varying water conditions water supplements may be necessary, consult with
your local tropical sh store or pet supply store for the required water conditioners for
your area.
18. Plug in the lter into a G.F.C.I. electrical outlet. Verify the lter is working properly. This
can be done be verifying water is discharging from the small holes on the bottom of the
lter.
19. Place the light hood on the aquarium.
20. Place the lter lid onto the lter.
21. Conrm that there are not any leaks.
22. Once the temperature is stable you are ready for sh and plants.

BASIC GUIDELINES
Keeping Tropical sh is easy once you understand the basics. Every aquarium is a self-
contained ecosystem. Meaning that water, shes, plants and nitrifying bacteria all work
together to maintain a stable environment. At rst the aquarium is not balance because the
nitrifying bacteria have not had a chance to cultivate in the biological media. The introduction
of nitrifying bacteria will help speed up the biological cycle and create a healthy environment
for your sh. Adding the bacteria is not an instant solution but will greatly improve set up of
any new aquarium. Now, add few shes and plants, as this will start your biological cycle.
Consult your local tropical sh store or pet supply store for a few hearty sh and plants.
Now it will take a little patience since it is a natural process there is not an exact time frame
as when the biological cycle will end. To verify that the biological cycle is complete test
the water for ammonia and nitrite. If both the ammonia and nitrite are at 0.0 ppm you are
ready to slowly stock your aquatic environment. Adding sh weekly is recommended so
the environment has time to adjust to the increased biological load. Two weeks after the
biological cycle is complete change 25-30% of the water once a month.
Remember these are only guidelines and not rules of aquarium set up. Set up can very
depending on local water conditions and the type of sh or animals you would like to keep.
A good tropical sh store or pet supply store can assist with good advice.
AQUARIUM AND CABINET
Item no. Color Dimensions (approx.) Capacity Light Bulb UPC #0069037
AR 330-BLA Black
15”L x 9 3/4”W x 14 1/2”H 7gal. 1 x 13”
10 watt Pink
1075 6
AR 330-BLE Electric Blue 1076 3
AR 330-GRN Emerald 1078 7
AR 330-PUR Purple 1079 4
AR 380-BLA Black
15”L x 9 3/4”W x 18”H 10 gal.
1 x 12” 10 watt Pink
or
1 x 13” 10 watt Pink
or
PL lamps
1804 2
AR 380-SIL Silver 1605 5
AR 380-GRN Emerald 1799 1
AR 380-PUR Purple 1801 1
AR 380-RED Magenta 1802 8
AR 380-AS Aqua Silver 1505 8
AR 380-BLE Electric Blue 1803 5
AR 380 LO Light Oak 1983 4
AR 380 DO Dark Oak 1984 1
AR 680-B Black
20” L x 13 1/4” W x 21 3/4” H 18 gal. 1 x 17” 15 watt Pink
1 x 17” 15 watt White
1649 9
AR 680-S Silver 1650 5
AR 680 LO Light Oak 1496 9
AR 680 DO Dark Oak 1497 6
AR 37T-B Black
24 1/2” L x 15 1/4” (middle)
W x 14 1/2” (side) W x 27
1/2” H 37 gal. 2 x 23” 20 watt Pink
1659 8
AR 37T-S Silver 1662 8
AR 37T-LO Light Oak 1660 4
AR 37T-DO Dark Oak 1661 1

Item no. Color Dimensions (approx.) Capacity Light Bulb UPC #0069037
AR 620-B Black
24 1/2” L x 15 1/4” (middle) W x
14 1/2” (side) W x 21” H 28 gal. 2 x 23” 20 watt Pink
1654 3
AR 620-S Silver 1606 2
AR 620 LO Light Oak 1987 2
AR 620 DO Dark Oak 1988 9
AR 830-B Black 33”L x 17”W x 22”H 47 gal. 2 x 35” 30 watt Pink
1 x 23” 20 watt Pink 1666 6
AR 950-B Black 39 3/8”L x 18”W x 23 1/2”H 65 gal. 2 x 35” 30 watt Pink
1 x 29” 25 watt Pink 1309 2
AR 850-B Black 32 1/2”L x 17”W x 22 3/4”H 47 gal. 2 x 29” 30 watt Pink
1 x 23” 20 watt Pink 1198 2
AR 980-B Black 39 3/8”L x 18”W x 23 1/2”H 65 gal. 2 x 35” 30 watt Pink
1 x 29” 25 watt Pink 1197 5
AQUARIUM CABINET
High density compress board
Full size aquarium cabinet
Item no. Aquarium Model Color Dimensions (approx.) UPC #0069037
AR 380KD-B
AR 380
AR330
Black
15 3/4” L x 10 1/2” W x 30” H
1343 6
AR 380KD-S Silver 2490 6
AR 380KD-LO Light oak 1344 3
AR 380KD-DO Dark oak 1345 0
AR 680KD-B
AR 680
Black
20 3/4” L x 13 3/4” W x 30” H
1346 7
AR 680KD-S Silver 2512 5
AR 680KD-LO Light oak 1347 4
AR 680KD-DO Dark oak 1348 1
AR 620KD-B
AR 620
AR 37T
Black
25” L x 15 3/4” W x 30” H
1349 8
AR 620KD-S Silver 2491 3
AR 620KD-LO Light oak 1350 4
AR 620KD-DO Dark oak 1351 1
R1 80 KD-B AR 830
AR 850
Black 33” L x 17 1/2” W x 30” H 1352 8
R1 80 KD-S Silver 2495 1
R1 100 KD-B AR 950
AR 980
Black
39 3/8” L x 18 3/4” W x 30” H
1355 9
R1 100 KD-S Silver 2493 7
* Do not add all the sh and plants at one time.
* See your local tropical sh store for proper new tank setup.
* An additional life support system is recommended.
* Aeration-aids in good gas exchange or use of a secondary water circulating pump.

LIMITED WARRANTY
Commodity Axis Inc. warrants that the ViaAqua® Aquarium kit is free from defects for a period
of one year from the initial date of purchase shown with the original cash register receipt.
Commodity Axis Inc. disclaims all other warranties of merchantability and/or tness for a
particular purpose. Although this limited warranty may give you specic rights, you may have
other rights that may vary from state to state. This warranty is void if the failure of the ViaAqua®
Aquarium kit or any part, sealant or component there of is due to (i) misuse, (ii) tampering,
(iii) negligence, (iv) misapplication, (v) abuse, (vi) accident and/or (vii) failure to properly (a)
maintain, (b) clean, (c) keep in contact with water and or use the ViaAqua® Aquarium kit with
a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (G.F.C.I.).
CONSUMER REMEDIES
Commodity Axis Inc. entire liability and your sole exclusive remedy be, either the repair or
replacement of the ViaAqua® Aquarium kit only if the return the defective ViaAqua® Aquarium
kit directly to Commodity Axis Inc. with the original cash register receipt in this original box
along with $25.00 for shipping and handling. Do not send the ViaAqua® Aquarium kit by
insured mail. The ViaAqua® Aquarium kit may be sent by UPS requiring a signature on arrival.
Any replacement of ViaAqua® Aquarium kit will be warranted for the remaining for the original
warranty period. In no event will shipping charges be reimbursed. In not event will Commodity
Axis Inc. be liable for any consequential or incidental damages including, but not limited to
loss of life, personal injury, property damage, damaged equipment, lost prots, lost wages,
lost savings, lost income, etc. Some states do not allow for the limitations or exclusion of
liability for incidental or consequential damages, so the above exclusion may not apply to you.
Please ll out this warranty card and mail it with PROOF OF Purchase within 15
days of purchase to: Commodity Axis Inc.,
300 South Lewis Rd. Unit J. Camarillo CA 93012, USA
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Product Name Mode No
Address
City State Zip Code
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IMPORTANT: Please make a copy of this warranty card and retain it for your records. Warranty
policy is subject to change without notice.
AR AQUARIUM
ONE (1) YEAR WARRANTY CARD