FLUVAL 45g Pressurized CO2 Kit Instruction Manual

PRESSURIZED CO2 KIT – 45 g
Instruction Manual

45g Pressurized CO2 Kit

Congratulations on your purchase of the Fluval Pressurized CO2 Kit – 45g. This complete system is designed to efficiently supply aquariums up to 30 US Gal. (115 L) with the necessary quantities of CO2 for optimum plant growth and health. To safely enjoy the benefits of this kit, it is important to follow the Safety Warnings, Installation Instructions, and Maintenance information provided here.
THIS KIT INCLUDES

1. High-Quality Regulator Valve
2. CO2 Cartridge – 1 x 45 g
3. Support Base
4. Ceramic CO2 Diffuser
5. 2-in-1 Bubble Counter/Check Valve
6. Hose

SAFETY WARNINGS

1. The CO2 cartridge included with this kit contains pressurized CO2 gas. Do Not Incinerate. Do Not Puncture. Do Not heat or store at temperatures above 60 °C (140 ° F).
2. Do Not inhale or discharge CO2 gas towards face or body. Keep out of reach of children.
3. The CO2 cartridge is Not refillable. Do not refill. Disposable cartridge. Only for use with aquarium.
4. This device and its consumable CO2 cartridges are not intended for use by persons (including children) with significantly impaired physical or mental capabilities, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the appliance by a person responsible for their safety. Children should always be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
5. Do Not use for any purpose other than as described below.
6. CO2 Cartridge. Not for use with other compressed air devices such as seltzer bottles, tire inflators or air guns.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Make sure that the regulator valve is closed (turn fully clockwise) (A).

2. Thread the regulator to the CO2 cartridge quickly and tighten until valve pierces cylinder (snug fit) (B).
   Caution: Ensure not to cross thread. Place CO2 cartridge with the regulator valve in the bracket (C).

3. To connect regulator to bubble counter/check valve, unscrew and remove clamping nut on side of regulator. Thread one end of hose through the nut. Push hose onto regulator fitting and screw knob back onto regulator (hand tight) (D). Cut hosing from  regulator to bubble counter. Ensure enough hose is leftover for diffuser installation. Connect hosing to bubble counter/check valve by loosening tube lock connector with arrow pointing in (located at the top cap) Thread hose onto bubble counter/check valve (hand tight). Thread remaining hose end onto tube lock connector with arrow pointing out (hand tight) (E).

4. Unscrew bubble counter/check valve, fill with water and close (hand tight). Affix bubble counter/check valve to exterior aquarium glass using suction cup. For best results, install between regulator and rim of aquarium.

5. To connect bubble counter/check valve to diffuser, push loose end of hose into top portion of CO2 Diffuser (F). Affix CO2 Diffuser to inside tank glass (G). Maximum CO2 diffusion is achieved by placing CO2 diffuser at the bottom of the tank.

6. Rest or hook CO2 cartridge to side of tank (H).

7. Once installation is complete, slowly open regulator until you see bubbles. Adjust bubble rate to 1 bubble every 2 seconds.
   For best CO2 economy and performance, turn regulator off when aquarium is not illuminated. To facilitate subsequent use, indicate off and desired CO2 bubble rate positions on regulator and on/off knob with a marker. It is strongly recommended to test pH and KH levels regularly and adjust CO2 infusion to your specific aquarium water values.

8. Once bubble rate is adjusted, you will see the pressure # on the pressure gage. Please take down this number for future reference. Note: As CO2 cartridge empties, the pressure will lower and periodic adjustments to the bubble rate may be required.

MAINTENANCE

When the pressure gage in front of the regulator indicates “0” this is an indication that the CO2 cartridge is empty or is about to be. Once the CO2 cartridge becomes empty it must be removed and replaced, but before doing so, make sure that the regulator  valve is closed. The CO2 cartridge provided with this kit is disposable and recyclable. Replacement CO2 cartridges are available at reputable pet retailers. To ensure proper performance of the system, we recommend replacing only with Fluval CO2 Cartridges (Item# 17555 – 1pack / #17556 – 3pack). To replace CO2 cartridge, follow points 1, 2, 9 and 10 of the installation instructions.
The ceramic disc can become clogged. For proper operation, replace ceramic disc on diffuser regularly (Item #17549).

WARRANTY

To register your warranty on line or for more information on this and other products go to www.hagen.com. The regulator valve is guaranteed for defects in material and workmanship for a 2 year period from date of purchase. The guarantee is limited to repair or replacement of the unit only and excludes damage to any animate or inanimate matter in contact with the unit. It excludes any damage caused by unreasonable use, improper installation or abuse of the unit.
FOR AUTHORIZED WARRANTY REPAIR SERVICE:
For Authorized Warranty Service please return (well packaged and by registered post) to the address below enclosing dated receipt and reason for return. If you have any queries or comments about the operation of this product, please let us try to help you before you return the product to your retailer. Most queries can be handled promptly with a phone call. When you call (or write), please have all relevant information such as model number, age of product, details of aquarium set-up, as well as the nature of the problem.
CANADA: Rolf C. Hagen Inc., 20500 Trans Canada Hwy, Baie-D’Urfé, QC, H9X 0A2
Canada only: 1-800-554-2436 between 9:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Ask for Customer Service.
U.S.A.: Rolf C. Hagen (U.S.A.) Corp., 305 Forbes Blvd, Mansfield, MA 02048
U.S.A. only: 1-800-724-2436 between 9:00 a.m.and 4:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. Ask for Customer Service.
UK: Rolf C. Hagen (UK) Ltd, Customer Service Department, California Drive, Whitwood Ind Est., Castleford, West Yorkshire WF10 5QH
U.K. only: Helpline Number 01977 521015. Between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m., Monday to Thursday (excluding Bank Holidays) and 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. on Friday.

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Canada: Rolf C. Hagen Inc., Montréal (Quebec) H9X 0A2
U.S.A.: Rolf C. Hagen (U.S.A.) Corp., Mansfield MA 02048
U.K.: Rolf C. Hagen (U.K.) Ltd., Castleford, W. Yorkshire WF10 5QH
Germany: HAGEN Deutschland GmbH & Co. KG, 25488 Holm
Spain: Rolf C. Hagen Espana S.A., Av. de Beniparrell n. 11y 13, 46460 Silla Valencia
Argentina: Hagen S.A Argentina, Benjamín Seaver 5457 B1615MRC, Buenos Aires, Argentina
Malaysia: Rolf C. Hagen (SEA) Sdn Bhd, 43200 Cheras, Selangor D.E. Malaysia

References

• Rolf C. Hagen Inc.
• Hagen-Service (Deutsch)

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