Tetra TH52831 EasyCrystal FilterBox 600 Instruction Manual

: June 5, 2024
: Tetra

Table of Contents

**** WARNING
FOREWORD
ABOUT THIS MANUAL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
PRODUCT BASICS
Intended use
SET-UP
INITIAL USE
MAINTENANCE
TROUBLESHOOTING
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
WARRANTY
References
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EasyCrystal
FilterBox 600

** Instruction manual**

**** WARNING

This device is suitable for use by children aged 8 and over as well as people with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities or a lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed how to safely use the device and understand the resultant risks.
Children must not play with the device.
Children must not conduct cleaning or user maintenance activities without supervision.

FOREWORD

Thank you for choosing a quality product from Tetra. For further useful information and services in relation to your product and Tetra’s fascinating underwater worlds, please visit our website: www.tetra.net.

ABOUT THIS MANUAL

This manual contains information about the safe use of the Tetra EasyCrystal FilterBox 600.
Please read the manual prior to using the device. The manual goes with the device and must be stored for future reference.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Prevention of electric shocks

Before connecting the device to the mains, check that the housing and connection cable is intact. Modifications are not permitted.
Only connect the device to a professionally installed plug socket.
Disconnect the plug from the mains immediately if parts of the housing or the connection cable are damaged.

Prevention of injuries and risks to people

Do not allow children to play with the packaging materials. There is a risk of choking.
Ensure the connection cable does not pose a trip hazard.

Preventing material damage

Do not bend or crush the connection cable.
Only ever pull on the plug, not the connection cable.
Only use original spare parts and accessories.

Note the symbols on the device
IPX8
The device can be permanently immersed in water.
Do not dispose of the device with household waste; send for recycling.

PRODUCT BASICS

Product description
The Tetra EasyCrystal FilterBox 600 is an aquarium filter with the option to integrate a Tetra heater. Its triple filtration (mechanical, biological and chemical) produces crystal-clear, healthy water for your ornamental fish and aquatic plants.

Fig. A	Description
1	Filter clip for simple removal of the Tetra EasyCrystal Filter
2	Tetra EasyCrystal filter cartridge 600

•The white side is the coarse filter and faces the back.
•The beige side is the fine filter and faces the front.
3| BioGrid to encourage the settlement of beneficial bacteria
4| Plug
5| Suction cup holder for attaching the FilterBox to the aquarium wall. (The Tetra AquaArt Evolution Line Aquarium has an integrated bracket for the FilterBox.)
6| Motor housing with pump
7| Lower housing
8| Upper housing
9| Slider for adjusting the direction of the current
10| Housing lid
11| Tetra heater (not included in the set)
12| Bracket for a Tetra heater

Intended use

Use the EasyCrystal FilterBox only

to filter aquarium water,
in indoor areas,
for private use,
in line with the technical data.

SET-UP

NOTE
To stop the FilterBox pump from drawing up sand from the aquarium, there must be more than 10 cm distance between the FilterBox and the sand.
Attaching the EasyCrystal FilterBox to a Tetra AquaArt Evolution Line Aquarium
Procedure: Fig. B
1. Hang the FilterBox on a loop on the edge of the aquarium.
Pay attention to the specified distances from plants and the maximum water level.
Attaching the EasyCrystal FilterBox to a standard aquarium
Procedure: Fig. C 1. Install the suction cup holder on the filter box.
2. Position the FilterBox, paying attention to the specified distances, and press the suction cups against the aquarium wall until they are attached.
Installing a Tetra heater (accessories)
Procedure: Fig. D

Read the heater operating instructions. Pay attention to the safety precautions mentioned.
Clamp the bracket onto the heater.
Insert them both into the FilterBox housing so that the bracket is flush with the housing.

INITIAL USE

Important information

The FilterBox needs a run-in period of approx. 2 weeks. Do not introduce any fish or plants during this time! Tip: Tetra SafeStart (accessories) allows fish and plants to be introduced as soon as the aquarium is set up.
Before introducing fish and plants, check the water values, for example with a Tetra test strip (accessories).
Use only Tetra EasyCrystal filter cartridges.
If you are adding medication to the water, you should use Tetra EasyCrystal filter cartridges without activated carbon because activated carbon absorbs many medications from the water.

Switching the EasyCrystal FilterBox on/off
NOTE
The device is switched on when the plug is inserted into a socket. It is switched off (no power) when the plug is pulled out.
Procedure:
Fig. E 1. Insert the power supply plug into the socket.
The lowest point of the power cable must be below the socket to prevent any water dripping down from entering the socket.
Adjusting the current Procedure: Fig. F 1. Position the slider so that the water flows in the desired direction.

MAINTENANCE

WARNING
Before performing any work on the device, remove the plug from the socket to prevent a harmful electric shock.
Changing the EasyCrystal filter cartridge
For optimum water quality, you should replace the filter cartridge every three to four weeks.
We recommend that new filter cartridges with activated carbon are washed out with tap water before use.
Procedure:
Fig. G

Pull the filter clip out of the FilterBox by the tab in the middle.
Press the clamp grips together so that both clamps open.
Remove the used filter cartridge and place the new filter cartridge in the middle between the clamps.
The protruding corner of the filter cartridge must be on the right when viewed from the front!
Insert the filter clip with the filter cartridge into the FilterBox until the filter clip is flush with the lid.

Cleaning the EasyCrystal FilterBox
Procedure: Fig. H

Dismantle the device in the sequence shown in the diagram.
Clean soiled parts with water or a special cleaner for aquariums. Other cleaning products may harm the creatures and plants in the aquarium.
Check the BioGrid. If it is clogged up, it should ideally be washed in skimmed aquarium water to retain beneficial bacteria.
Reassemble the device in reverse order.

TROUBLESHOOTING

If you are unable to rectify any faults yourself, contact your local retailer or Tetra Customer Service.

Malfunction	Cause	Solution
The pump will not operate	The pump is not receiving power	Connect the power

DISPOSAL

The device contains electronic components and cannot be disposed of with the standard household waste.

Dispose of the device using the return system for your area so that the raw materials can be recycled.
Cut off the connection cable prior to disposal to prevent the device from being used.

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Tetra EasyCrystal FilterBox| | |
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Connection voltage| | 100 … 240| VAC
50| Hz
Power consumption| | 8.| W
Protection rating| | IPX8|
Dimensions| Length| 190| mm
| Width| 130| mm
| Height| 310| mm
Length of connection cable| | 2.| m
Weight| | 780| g
Recommended aquarium size| | 50 … 150| I

WARRANTY

Thanks to state-of-the-art production technology, premium-quality components, and stringent quality controls, the EasyCrystal FilterBox comes with a two- year warranty from the purchase date. Please save your receipt. The warranty shall not apply in the event of improper handling, standard wear, and tear, or interference with the device technology. Your statutory warranty claims remain unaffected. In the event of a complaint, please contact your retailer or Tetra: www.tetra.net