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3. WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and knowledge, unless they have been
given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a person responsible for their
safety. Children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
4. To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters, reflectors, lamp bulbs,
and the like.
5. CAUTION: Always unplug or disconnect all appliances in the aquarium 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.
6. 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 unsafe condition.
7. For Indoor, household use only. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to
weather or to temperatures below freezing.
8. This is an aquarium air pump. Do not use this air pump for other than its intended use (i.e.: do not
use in swimming pools, bathrooms, etc.). The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the
appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
• Do not use this air pump in swimming pools or other situations where people are immersed.
• Do not use this air pump with inflammable or drinkable liquids.
9. Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
10. Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
11. 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.
12. (For North America only) This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As
a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the
outlet, reverse the plug. If the plug will still not fit fully into the outlet, contact a qualified electrician
to inspect the outlet and make the needed alterations. Never use with an extension cord unless the
plug can be fully inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
INSTALLATION:
The air pump should be installed by following either of the two recommended
methods:
1. Place the air pump on a surface lower than the water level of the aquarium. To
avoid damage from accidentally spilled water, do not place the air pump directly
below the aquarium.
Important: It is highly recommended to always use a Check Valve (sold
separately) in the airline between the air pump and the aquarium (ill. B). The
Check Valve will help prevent water from siphoning out of the aquarium through
the air hose and into the pump in the event of a power failure, or when removing
filters and other air-driven accessories from the aquarium.
2. Place the air pump on a surface higher than the water level, such as a shelf. The
surface should be at least 12 inches (30 cm) higher than the water level of the
Check Valve
ill. B
Check Valve
ill. C