Oase 25 HeatUp Precision Temperature Control Instruction Manual

**HeatUp
25, 50, 100, 150, 200, 300, 400**

Original operating manual.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS – READ AND FOLLOW ALL

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!

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SAFETY INFORMATION This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved. Do not allow children to play with the unit. Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user maintenance  undersupervision.  Disconnectthe power plug before carrying out any work on the unit.
WARNING- To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:

• 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
• Switch off all units in the aquarium and disconnect the power plugs of all units before reaching into the water or moving/cleaning the unit.
• CAUTION! This unit has been evaluated for use with water only.
• DANGER! Never operate the unit if either the electrical cables or the housing are defective!
• Do not carry or pull the unit by its electrical cable.
• 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 be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
• Route cables/hoses such that they are protected from damage and do not present a tripping hazard.
• Only open the unit housing or its attendant components, when this is explicitly required in the operating instructions.
• DANGER! Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual. If problems cannot be overcome, please contact an authorised customer service point or, when in doubt, the manufacturer.
• Only use original spare parts and accessories for the unit.
• DANGER! Never carry out technical modifications to the unit. Don’t cut the cord or remove the plug from the cord.
• Power connection cables cannot be replaced. If a cable is damaged, dispose of the respective unit or components.
• If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug it from the power source. (Immersible equipment only)
• Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
• 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.
• Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
• To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters, reflectors, lamp bulbs, and the like.
• 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.
• 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 un- safe condition.
• Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing.
• Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.

Electrical connection

•  Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply coincide. The unit data is to be found on the unit type plate, on the packaging or in this manual.
• Protect the plug connections from moisture.
• Only plug the unit into a correctly fitted socket.
• Do have all electrical outlets installed and serviced by a licensed electrician.
• DANGER! Do disconnect the pump from the electrical outlet at the first sign of any problem.
• 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 traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle.

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Intended use

Only use the product described in this manual as follows:

• As a thermostat controlled aquarium heater.
• In compliance with the technical specifications. (→ Technical data)

The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Only use indoors and for aquaristic purposes in the home (not for commercial use).

Product description

1. Heater head with temperature controller
2. Marking minimum diving depth
3. Mains cable
4. Glass tube with heater
5. Bracket
6. Suction cups

Symbols on the unit

| Submersible to 0.8 m depth.
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| Protection class II, reliable electrical isolation from the mains by reinforced or double insulation.
| For use indoors.
****| Do not dispose of with household waste.
| Read and adhere to the instructions for use.

Installation and connection

•  Ensure that the unit is immersed in water at least up to the minimum immersion depth marking.
• The unit can be completely immersed in water.
  The desired water temperature can only be achieved if the heating capacity of the heater is suitable for the volume of water in the aquarium and is positioned in an area with good water circulation. (→ Technical data)

• Turn the temperature controller to the desired temperature value.

• Insert the supplied suction cups into the holder by twisting.
  – Pay attention to the alignment of the tab on the suction cup.

• Clamp the holder to the unit.

• Position the unit with the heating element pointing towards the floor of the filled aquarium on a clean, smooth surface in an area with good water circulation.

Commissioning/start-up

Switching ON/OFF
CAUTION
Risk of burns from hot surface.

• Only switch on the heater when the glass bulb is submerged in water.
• Turn the heater off and let it cool down before removing it from the water.
• Wait approx. 30 minutes before switching on so that the thermostat can adjust to the temperature of the water.
• Route the power connection cable such that it forms a drip loop!
• Switching on: Connect the unit to the power supply.
• Switching off: Disconnect the unit from the power supply.

Checking the temperature values
The heater switches on and off automatically in order to maintain the set temperature.
– A light in the glass bulb indicates that the heater is functioning.
– The light and heater are switched off when the set temperature is reached.
How to proceed:

• When the unit has been operating for about one day, check the water temperature with a precision thermometer.
• The measured temperature is lower than the set temperature: Check the water flow around the unit and, if necessary, move the unit to a different position where the water circulation is not obstructed by e.g. plants
• Measure the temperature again after some time.
• The temperature difference is still too great: Calibrate the unit. (→ Calibrating the unit)
• The measured temperature is higher than the set temperature: Calibrate the unit. (→ Calibrating the unit)

Calibrating the unit

• Calibration range: It is possible to calibrate the unit by plus 6 °F (3 °C) and minus 6 °F (3 °C).
• The calibration controller protrudes out of the different-coloured temperature controller. There are 3 fixed positions in the plus and minus range. Each position corresponds to approx. 2 °F (1 °C).
• Do not attempt to go outside the calibration range.HUP0006

How to proceed:

• Use a screwdriver for the calibration or break the supplied tool out of the holder.
• Measured temperature is too high: Keep the temperature controller at the set value and move the calibration controller in the direction of – (minus).
• Measured temperature is too low: Keep the temperature controller at the set value and move the calibration controller in the direction of + (plus).

Maintenance and cleaning

If necessary, clean the unit with clear water using a soft sponge or cloth.

• Do not not use cleaning agents or chemical solutions.

Troubleshooting

Malfunction| Cause|

Remedy

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The water does not heat up.| No mains voltage| Check the mains voltage.
Unit deFective| Replace unit
Water does not reach the set temperature.| nsuFFicient water circulation| Check the temperature.
Unit is not calibrated.| Calibrate the unit.
The heating capacity oF the unit is not suFFicient with regards to the ambient temperature or water volume to be heated up.| Select a suitable unit.

Technical data

Recommended heating capacity depending on the volume of water V and the temperature difference Δ T between the desired water temperature and the lowest ambient temperature:

V|

∆ T

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40 °F (5 °C)| 50 °F (10 °C)| 60 °F (15 °C)
≤ 10 gal| 25 W| 25 W| 75 W
≤ 15 gal| 50 W| 50 W| 100 W
≤ 30 gal| 75 W| 100 W| 200 W
≤ 40 gal| 100 W| 150 W| 300 W
≤ 55 gal| 150 W| 200 W| 2 ´200 W
≤ 80 gal| 250 W| 300 W| 2 ´300 W
≤ 106 gal| 350 W| 400 W| 2 ´ 450 W

Wear parts

• Suction cups

Disposal

NOTE
Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste.

• Dispose of the unit by using the return system provided for this purpose.
• Should you have questions, please contact your local disposal company. They will give you instructions on how to dispose of your unit properly.
• Disable the unit by cutting off the cables.

OASE North America Inc.
1-866-627-3435
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www.us.oase-livingwater.com

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