Red Sea 5501G2 Reefer G2 Series Aquariums User Manual

Red Sea 5501G2 Reefer G2 Series Aquariums

Safety

Please read and follow all safety instructions.

DANGER: To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken when handling a wet aquarium. 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.

WARNING: To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following: Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is malfunctioning, or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.

If the external cable Is damaged, It shall be replaced by the manufacturer. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position the aquarium stand and tank to one side of a wall mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. You should create a “drip loop” (see Figure 1) 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. Use an extension cord, if necessary, to prevent water traveling along the cord and coming into contact with the receptacle. If the plug or receptacle does get wet,  DO NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then unplug the device and examine for presence of water in the receptacle. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts.

• Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never pull the cord itself to remove the plug from the outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
• Do not use an appliance for anything other than its intended use. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
• Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing point.
• Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
  Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.

NOTE: 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 cannot be tripped over or pulled accidental.

Location

The first step in setting up the REEFER Weight ™ is to choose a suitable location. The flooring directly below the system must be rated to support the following weight:

Approximate  total  weight  of system  including water

Model| Nano| 170 G2| 200 G2| 250 G2| 300 G2| 350 G2|
Weight| 180kg/

400lb

| 275Kg/

607lb

| 315kg/

695lb

| 380Kg/

840lb

| 470kg/

1035lb

| 530kg/

1170lb

|
Model| 425 G2| 525 G2| 625 G2| 750 G2| 900 G2| P500 G2| P650 G2
Weight| 690kg/

1520lb

| 850kg/

1875lb

| 930kg/

2060lb

| 1110kg/

2460lb

| 1300kg/

2870lb

| 760kg/

1680lb

| 940kg/

2080lb

2675lb

| 1465kg/

3240lb

Room temperature

Site selection is important for correct temperature maintenance. We recommended that you keep the ambient room temperature a comfortable and stable 22°C / 72°F. Avoid placing the tank in front of an air conditioner, heating vents or direct sunlight. A well ventilated room with moderate light is the best place to position the aquarium.

Accessibility

Ensure that there is at least 10cm / 4” of clearance behind the REEFER™ to allow easy access for installing/removing cables from the sump as well as sufficient air circulation for a chiller (larger models only). It is recommended to leave approximately 60cm/24” between one of the sides of the aquarium and any adjacent walls or furniture for access to the rear of the tank.

General considerations

Ensure that the area surrounding the aquarium is waterproof and consider moving away anything that water might damage or may be corroded by the salt.
NOTE : The REEEFER™ system should not be moved when full of water.

Assembly

The following information complements the graphic manuals.

WARNING : If you are not experienced in the construction of selfassembly furniture or the installation of aquarium systems, seek suitably qualified assistance.

ATTENTION : The top board of the cabinet (Part C) and some other parts of the cabinet (in certain models) are packed under the aquarium. In order to retrieve these parts, remove the aquarium from its packaging. Make sure to avoid contact between the Bulkheads on the bottom of the tank and the floor, by placing the glass aquarium on Styrofoam parts that are used in the package.
The REEFER™ includes the following main components:

• Glass aquarium
• Cabinet (self-assembly)
• Glass Sump including Bubble trap sponge, 225 micron filter bags/media cups (according to model) and Float valve for automatic top-up
• Internal Piping kit with outlet nozzle
• Top-up reservoir (not included with REEFER 900 G2 & REEFER-S 850 G2 /1000 G2)
• Glass Extension Sump (REEFER 900 G2 and REEFER-S 850 G2 / 1000 G2 models only)

Detailed instructions for the complete assembly of the REEFER can be found in the accompanying graphic manuals. Complete the assembly of the cabinet including the doors as shown in the graphic assembly manual and place in the final operating position (see location above).
NOTE : It is important to assemble the REEFER™ in the order indicated.

WARNING : Read before lifting the glass aquarium onto the cabinet.

The top of the cabinet is approximately 86cm/34” ( 100cm/40” for Peninsula ) from the floor.The table shows the approximate weights of the different models of the REEFER ™ aquarium glass.

Approximate  weight  of Aquarium Glass

Model| Nano| 170 G2| 200 G2| 250 G2| 300 G2| 350 G2|
Weight| 25kg/

55lb

| 35Kg/

77lb

| 40kg/

88lb

| 55Kg/

122lb

| 58kg/

128lb

| 64kg/

140lb

Model| 425 G2| 525 G2| 625 G2| 750 G2| 900 G2| P500 G2| P650 G2
Weight| 95kg/

210lb

| 125kg/

275lb

| 155kg/

340lb

| 195kg/

430lb

| 225kg/

500lb

| 105kg/

230lb

| 170kg/

375lb

500lb

| 258Kg/

570lb

Ensure that you have the correct number of people to lift the aquarium according to its weight and size. Ensure that anyone lifting the aquarium is physically suitable for such an operation and has been instructed in the correct methods of lifting heavy objects. Once the aquarium is correctly aligned with the cabinet, check that the cabinet has not moved. If necessary readjust the position of the cabinet. For units with adjustable legs: Using a spirit level on the top surface of the glass tank, adjust the height of the legs to level the aquarium. Make sure that all legs are touching the floor.

NOTE : The REEFER™aquarium system should not be moved when full of water.

Before placing the glass sump in the cabinet make sure that the cabinet doors are correctly aligned (see instructions in the cabinet assembly manual). Once the sump is in position it will not be possible to make adjustments to the lower hinge without moving the sump. With the doors properly aligned, rotate the front section of the push opener to the correct extension so that the doors will pop open when pushed.

• Overflow box pipes: Make sure that that the O-rings are in position on the threaded connectors before assembly. To ensure correct assembly, firmly hold the threaded connectors from inside the cabinet and tighten well by hand. Do not use tools. Avoid unscrewing the pipes from the overflow box once assembled as the locking mechanism that prevents counter-rotation will be less effective.
• Sump pipes: Make sure that that the O-rings are in position on the connectors before assembly. After assembly check that the pipes are vertical and the securing nut is holding the pipe in position. Do not use tools and do not overtighten.
• Overflow Box Cover: The overflow box cover reduces noise from the water fall of the surface skimmer. If you wish to use the rear wall of the overflow box for mounting equipment such as lighting, break out the section of the cover as shown in the graphic manual. After breaking out the removable section, smooth the remaining edge with a file or sandpaper.

Overview of the REEFER™water management system

Surface Skimmer / Overflow Box

Surface water from the aquarium flows via the removable comb sections of the surface skimmer into the overflow box that houses the dual intakes of the silent-flow downpipe system and the outlet nozzle of the sump return pump. The silent-flow downpipe system includes a flow-regulated main downpipe and a secondary overflow bypass pipe. An external pipe with a clear upper section is placed over the main downpipe to ensure positive water motion throughout the entire height of the overflow box. The fine adjustment flow valve on the main downpipe enables the water level in the overflow box to be maintained at a constant height between the intakes of the main and bypass pipes, which ensures positive surface skimming while eliminating all noise from the water flow to the sump. An incorrect setting of the flow valve will be accompanied by the sound of the water returning to the sump and is an indication that the flow valve needs adjusting.

Sump /ATO

• Water from the flow-regulated main downpipe and the secondary overflow bypass pipe enter a compact reception chamber in the sump.
• Care should be taken in the choice of any filter media placed in the reception chamber as the turbulent flow conditions from the downpipe could cause a constant discharge of fine media particles.
• The water then flows through the 400 micron filter before entering the constant-height main reactor or skimmer chamber. If the filter bags are not cleaned frequently enough and become blocked, the water will bypass the filter bags without affecting the overall operation of the sump.
• A bubble trap labyrinth with coarse foam separates the reactor chamber from the pump compartment to prevent bubbles from the skimmer being returned to the aquarium.
• Any loss of water due to evaporation will cause a drop in the water level in the pump compartment of the sump which will be compensated by the ATO system.
• Maintaining a constant water height in the pump compartment (with the ATO) is essential for the stability of the entire water management system by ensuring a constant head pressure on the intake of the main pump. The reservoir contains water for approximately 3 days of evaporation and should be kept topped up at all times.

Return Pump

The recommended flow rates for the return pumps are as shown in the table below. The use of higher rated pumps will result in a higher water level in the aquarium unless an appropriate modification is made to the surface skimmer combs.

Recommended flow rate  for return  pumps

Model| Nano| 170 G2| 200 G2| 250 G2| 300 G2
Flow| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2500lph

/660gph

| 3000lph

/790gph

Recommended flow rate  for return  pumps

Model| Nano| 170 G2| 200 G2| 250 G2| 300 G2
Flow| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2000lph

/530gph

| 2500lph

/660gph

| 3000lph

/790gph

/1850gph

| 10000lph

/2640gph

| 6000lph

/1600gph

| 7000lph

/1850gph

/2385gph

| 10000lph

/2650gph

Operation

Initial Fill

• Check that all pipes are properly assembled and that any flexible tubes are suitably secured in position.

• Install any equipment that will take up water volume in the sump before starting to fill the system.

• Open the main flow valve (rotate anti-clockwise) to maximum.

• Add approximately 15cm/6” of water to the overflow box to make sure that all the pipe joins are watertight. Check for leaks inside the cabinet.

• Add water to the main tank and once it is full, monitor the water level in the sump as it begins to fill.

• As soon as there is approximately 15cm/6” of water in the main pump compartment switch on the pump and stop adding water.
  WARNING : Overfilling the sump with equipment or water may cause a flood in the event of an interruption of electric power.

• Switch on skimmers or other filters that will affect the water level in the sump and add more water as required to maintain the 15cm/6” of water in the main pump compartment.

• Allow the system to run for a few minutes and adjust the flow valve (as described below) so that the water level in the overflow box is at the correct level.

• Add/remove water to/from the system and adjust the flow valve until the water levels in the system stabilise.

Main downpipe valve adjustment

To raise the water level in the overflow box, rotate the valve clockwise.To lower the water level in the overflow box, rotate the valve counter clockwise.
The main downpipe flow valve provides a very fine control of the flow rate however after making adjustments it takes the system a few minutes to stabilize at the new setting. Once you have established the approximate setting for the valve make very small adjustments and wait for a few minutes each time. It may take a number of occasional adjustments to reach a stable level. When set properly this system removes all of the noise of water flowing down to the sump.

ATO

On initial set-up, wait until the saltwater system is stable before using the ATO. Ensure that the top-up flow valve is fully closed. Fill the top-up reservoir with RO water. Disconnect the top-up flow valve from the float valve and slowly open the flow valve until the top-up water drips at a rate of approximately 1 drop per second. Reconnect the flow valve to the float valve. Adjust the angle of the float so that the valve is closed when the water level is above the inlet of the pump but below the top of the bubble trap.
NOTE : It is recommended to close the valve on the outlet of the reservoir whenever doing maintenance in the sump

Power-out test

After completing the initial set up and after adding any new equipment to the sump, make any adjustments necessary to the main valve to stabilise the system and perform a “power-out” test to check that water does not rise above the rim of the sump.

Maintenance

For continuous smooth operation of the water management system make regular checks of the following:

• Water level in the overflow box – adjust the flow valve as required
• Water level in the reservoir – top up with RO water as required
• Water level in the sump, check that the top-up float valve is operating correctly
• Micron Filter Bags – check that water is flowing through the bags and clean/replace as required
• Surface skimmer combs – remove any deposits that reduce water flow
• Pump outlet nozzle – check for blockages and build-up of algae

Micron Filter bags

It is recommended to have at least 3 sets of filter bags.There are a few options for cleaning the filter bags:

• Quick and effective – Spray the outside of the bags with a powerful water jet such as a garden hose to back-flush the detritus from the Polyester bag.
• More thorough – soak the bags in bleach or diluted vinegar for 24 hours prior to spraying as above. Rinse well to remove all chemicals before returning to sump. The filter bags can also be put in a cold wash in a washing machine with regular  detergent or with vinegar (may require approval from a higher authority).

Warranty

Red Sea Aquarium Products Limited Warranty.

Thank you for purchasing a Red Sea Aquarium System (hereinafter “the Product”).

• Red Sea Aquatics (UK) Ltd. (hereinafter “Red Sea”) warrants the product against manufacturer’s defects in material and workmanship for 24 months from your date of purchase. If you register your product, Red Sea will provide you with an additional 12 months of warranty on the glass aquarium only (but not on any other components of the Product). In jurisdictions where warranty terms conditioned on registration are prohibited by law, registration is not required, and you shall receive the additional 12 months warranty on the glass aquarium even if you do not register.
• You can register your Product at www.redseafish.com
• The warranty provided by Red Sea is NOT TRANSFERABLE AND IS LIMITED TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER. If the Product is eligible under this warranty, Red Sea will either repair the Product free of charge (not including shipping costs) with new or refurbished parts or replace the Product with a new or refurbished Product at Red Sea’s sole discretion.
• This warranty DOES NOT COVER normal wear and tear, or items that have a limited natural life or are consumable, such as, but not limited to impellers, sponges, filter socks, and “O” rings. It also DOES NOT COVER damage which occurs in shipment and/or failures or defects resulting from use outside the normal, and/or natural disasters, accidents, power line surges, neglect, improper installation, operation or maintenance, servicing of the Product conducted by anyone other than an authorized Red Sea service center, or failure to use or assemble the Product in accordance with any instructions provided (in the Product manual or otherwise) or the technical and/or safety standards of the country in which the Product is used. Additionally, any modification of the Product other than by an authorized Red Sea service center will invalidate this warranty.
• In order to effect this warranty, please contact your local service center. For your convenience, details of authorized service centers can be found on Red Sea’s website. Proof of purchase will be required before warranty performance is rendered.
• The sole and exclusive remedy against Red Sea shall be for the repair or replacement of the Product as provided above. NO OTHER REMEDY (including but not limited to, incidental or consequential damages for lost profits, lost sales, or any other incidental or consequential loss) shall be available. Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damage, so the above limitation may not apply to you. To the full extent allowed by applicable law, in no event shall Red Sea be liable for any loss or damage to aquatic life, and/or damage to other property and/or individuals resulting from the use of the Product or arising out of any breach of this warranty. All implied warranties are excluded to the full extent allowed by applicable law, and to the extent that they may not be excluded, are limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. Some jurisdictions do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty or condition lasts, so this limitation may not apply to you. The express warranties made in this warranty are exclusive and may not be altered, enlarged, or changed by any distributor, dealer, or other person, whatsoever.

USA

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above exclusion or limitations may not apply.

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Germany & Austria: Red Sea Deutschland Büro Deutschland Prinzenallee 7 (Prinzenpark) 40549 Düsseldorf support.de@redseafish.com

China Red Sea Aquatics (GZ) Ltd : Block A3, No.33 Hongmian Road, Xinhua Industrial Park, Huadu District, Guangzhou City, China, Postal code 510800.
Tel: +86-020-6625 3828 info.china@redseafish.com

References

• Red Sea - The Ultimate Reef Keeping Experience.
• Red Sea - The Ultimate Reef Keeping Experience.

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