Fluval Q.5 Mode D'emploi page 4

PUMP SPECIFICATIONS
120V/60Hz
*Max. Flow Rate
*Max. Pressure
Air Outlets
Air Stones
Wattage
Noise Level
Volume
*Based on 18" (45 cm) of water depth.
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) with 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
aquarium, but not be positioned directly above the aquarium. The surface should
have a raised edge to prevent the air pump from sliding off. Use a Check Valve
(sold separately) in the airline between the air pump and the aquarium to prevent
back-siphoning (ill. C).
Once the air pump has been installed, do the following:
1. Attach one end of the airline tubing (sold separately) to the air outlet(s) on air pump.
2. Attach the other end of the airline tubing to filter(s), air stone(s), ornament(s) or any other air-driven
aquarium accessory. Ensure that the airline tubing has no restrictions or kinks.
3. Plug air pump into outlet. Be sure to allow for a "drip loop".
INSTALLATION TIPS:
• The pump should be placed in a location which is dry and relatively free from dust. Do not place the air
pump on carpet, as fibers might collect on pump and clog free-flowing air from entering pump. This will
decrease the air output, cause overheating and reduce the service life of the pump.
• Air control valves with multiple outlets may also be used to power additional apparatus in the aquarium.
When using multiple air valves, it is recommended to have one more outlet than required by the
accessories; this will be used to bleed over production of air due to back pressure build up. Please refer
to BACK PRESSURE section for more information about back pressure.
• Air Pumps can be used to operate a variety of aquarium accessories such as air stones, corner
under gravel filters, and ornaments. Follow installation instructions for your particular aquarium
accessory product.
CAUTION: Care must be taken during installation to ensure that water cannot siphon out of the aquarium
through the air hose and damage the air pump. To prevent back-siphoning when removing the filter, air
stone, ornament or any other air-driven aquarium accessory from the aquarium, do the following:
Q.5
31.5 GPH(126 LPH)
2.56 psi
1
5
3.7 W
45 dB @ " (1M)
10-50 US Gal. (37-190 L)
Q1
31.5 GPH x 2 (126 LPH x 2)
2.70 psi x 2
2
4 x 2
4 W
45 dB @ " (1M)
45-80 US gal. (170-300 L)
Q2
60 GPH (240 LPH)
3.4 psi
1
7
4 W
45 dB @ " (1M)
50-160 US gal. (190-600 L)
Check Valve
Check Valve
ill. B
ill. C