Safety Instructions - Sicce SPACE EKO+100 Mode D'emploi

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Congratulations on choosing SPACE EKO+ External Filter. All filters in the SPACE EKO+ range are
specifically designed to offer highly efficient filtration of your aquarium water. Each model features an innovative
self-priming mechanism for easy start up and simplified maintenance. SPACE EKO+ Filters are guaranteed to give
you quiet operation and low consumption. This high quality product, Made in Italy, is designed to give you many
years of trouble-free service.
HOW DO I CHOOSE THE RIGHT FILTER FOR MY AQUARIUM?
SPACE EKO+ are available in three sizes, for aquariums up to 300 litres (100 US gal), and are suitable for every
type of aquarium and turtle tanks.
Flow rates range from 550 l/hr - 900 l/hr (145 US gph - 240 US gph). Flow can be adjusted to ensure proper
water circulation inside the aquarium, essential for maintaining good oxygenation. Oxygen is vital for fish and for the
beneficial bacteria that carry out biological filtration.
All SPACE EKO+ Filters are supplied with high quality filter media and all the other accessories required, to ensure
that setting up your new filter is quick and easy.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Please read all safety instructions carefully before using the SPACE EKO+
• For indoor use only. Intended for aquariums.
• All electrical equipment in water must be disconnected during routine care and maintenance work.
1. DANGER! To avoid electrical shock, in any of the following situations, do not try to personally make repairs. Return
the unit to an authorized repair center:
• Check that the tension on the filter's label is correspondent to the network tension. The filter has to be supplied by
a differential switch (protector), through which the nominal current is lower or equal to 30mA.
• The filter must not work without water to avoid damages to the motor.
a) If SPACE EKO+ falls in water do not try retrieve it with your hands! First pull out the wall plug and then recover
the filter.
b) If SPACE EKO+ develops a water leak, pull out the wall plug before checking for the cause of the leak.
c) After installation carefully inspect the filter. It should not be plugged in if water is present on the plug.
d) Do not use SPACE EKO+ if plug or cable are damaged, in case of malfunction or if the filter has been dropped or
damaged in any way.
A "drip loop" should be used (see Fig. 1) for each cable making the connection between the aquarium to a socket.
The "drip loop" loops below the level of the plug or of the connector when an extension cord is used. Any water
running along the cable drips from the bottom of the loop before it comes in contact with the electricity. If the plug or
socket become wet, do not unplug the cable. Instead, remove the fuse or switch off the breaker for that circuit. Then
unplug the filter and carefully inspect the electrical socket.
2. We suggests supervising children closely when using any type of appliance.
This equipment is not intended for use by persons (including children) with limited physical, sensory or mental abilities
or for persons with no experience or knowledge, unless they are supervised by a person responsible for their safety,
or unless they have received, from that person, instructions on how to use the equipment.
3. The electrical plug must be detached before performing any maintenance or cleaning operations.
4. SPACE EKO+ must be used only for filtering as indicated in this instruction manual.
5. Do not install or place the filtering areas exposed to fumes, smoke or vapor, or in freezing temperatures. The filter
can be used in liquids or in environment with a temperature not higher than 35° C / 95° F.
6. Read and follow all notices printed on the equipment or found in the instruction manual.
7. We recommend using electric extension cords with technical characteristics that avoid dangerous cable over-
heating.
8. We suggest placing the cable so that it will not be stepped on or damaged.
9. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND KEEP WITH SPACE EKO+ .
This product is qualified in accordance with the respective national regulations and guidelines and meets EC
standards.
Inside the packaging of the SPACE EKO+ range are included (Fig. 2):
a - Filter head
b - Functional cover
c - Sealing ring
e - Filter media containers
f. - Safety lock with four clamps
g - Filter canister
h - Antivibration feet
i - Suction and pressure fittings (inlet &outlet)
l - 2 x union nuts
l - shut-off valves (hose fitting)
m - rubber tubing
n - Pump chamber & Impeller