cardiff aquarium™ Complete Aquarium System Instructions for Model#7070, 7071, 7072, 7073 Warning and Safety Instructions ....... Page 2 Preparation ....... Page 4 Assembly ....... Page 7 Operation ....... Page 10 Maintenance ....... Page 12 Troubleshooting ....... Page 13 Warranty ....... Page 14 JEE 04/08 EMAIL:[email protected] WWW.CURRENT-USA.COM Safety Instructions WARNING To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following: READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS DANGER To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the following situations, do not attempt repairs by yourself. Return the appliance to your retailer or discard the appliance. • If the appliance falls into the water, or water drips onto the unit, DON’T reach for it! First unplug it and then retrieve it. If electrical components of the appliance get wet, unplug the appliance immediately. • Always unplug appliance 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 fully and pull out to disconnect. • Carefully examine the appliance after replacement. It should not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet. • Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or has been dropped or damaged in any manner. • Do not use the aquarium for anything other then its intended use. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by Current USA may cause unsafe conditions. • Exposing power cords to water may cause electrical short and fire. • Do not allow water or salt to come in contact with lighting fixture or power cords. • Only use aquarium with designated stands located in this manual. Failure to do so will void the warranty. • Warning: This aquarium is constructed of glass. Breakage of glass can lead to dangerous wounds. If glass is broken, do not touch or attempt repair. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUND FAULT CIRCUIT INTERRUPTER PROTECTION To comply with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70), and to provide additional protection from the risk of shock, this unit MUST be connected to a ground fault circuit interrupter (GFCI) outlet at all times. Do not use extension cords. WARNING – To reduce the risk of electrocution, keep all connections dry and off the ground. Do not touch plug with wet hands. WWW.CURRENT-USA.COM preparation Introduction Congratulations on your purchase of the Cardiff Aquarium System. This Cardiff combines the newest innovations in aquarium technology with simple yet fashionable design. The Cardoff utilizes advances in aquarium keeping that have made maintaining both freshwater and saltwater aquariums easier and more exciting than ever before, giving you the ability to keep a wider variety of underwater species. Please carefully read through this manual before proceeding with the setup of your Cardiff. The manual covers the setup, maintenance and use of all components as well as their role in the Cardiff Aquarium system. The manual does take into account different types of setups, however information specific to the inhabitants of your aquarium should be obtained from your local aquarium supply retailer or resource. The cardiff Aquarium Components The Aquarium The Cardiff uses clear thick beveled glass panels fused at the edges to create an aquarium that perfectly accentuates the inhabitants inside while providing unparalleled strength. A glass cover, complete with cutouts for easy removal and power cord clearance, aids in reducing evaporation. It is highly recommended that the glass top be used on the Cardiff at all times. Filtration Blending into the rear portion of the aquarium, the Cardiff uses an integrated filtration system, housing all the critical filtration components vital to the aquarium’s health and appearance. Water is pulled from the main portion of the aquarium through the Surface Skimmer, drawing water from the top of the water column where the majority of waste accumulates in an aquarium. Water passes through a mechanical pre-filter sponge to remove heavy wastes and algae, reducing heavy waste buildup in the biological filtration section, improving water quality. Following the pre-filter, water enters the Cardiff's Protein Skimmer (for use with saltwater systems) where it is blended with air and injected laterally into a fusion cylinder where the micro-air bubbles and waste-laden water are subjected to unprecedented dwell time to produce waste foam. This foam is pushed into the collection cup, completely separating it from the aquarium water where it can be discarded easily. Water exits the protein skimmer, cascading over the Drip Tray and Filter Pad and filtering out any remaining waste. Water is then distributed in an even pattern through the Drip Plate into the Biological/Chemical Chamber, containing NanoBall biological media and activated carbon. The highly oxygenated water coming directly from the protein skimmer is extremely beneficial to the aerobic bacteria inhabiting the biological media, enhancing the ability of the bacteria to break down harmful ammonia and nitrite quickly. The included activated carbon chemical media will help remove impurities and discoloration in the water. The easy to use carbon packs (part M ) should be replaced monthly for best results. WWW.CURRENT-USA.COM preparation Cardiff Top-Off System The Cardiff is the first aquarium system incorporating a ready-to-use top-off system, automatically maintaining a consistent water and salinity level inside the Cardiff. Included with the Cardiff are two Top-Off containers that can be pre-filled and dropped into the Top-Off section quickly and easily without spilling water or disturbing the inhabitants with a gush of water from a bucket. This Top-Off system also removes the need for guesswork when going on vacation and salinity level fluctuations from overfilling your system with water. The Top-Off system will only add water when the level drops, eliminating the need for minimum/maximum fill lines. as well as providing adequate water movement in the aquarium. Water is distributed into the aquarium through a flexible “Y” nozzle that can be shortened, elongated and positioned in a variety of ways to separate wastes from rocks and corals, suspend organics to be filtered, eliminate “dead zones” and to add further oxygenation by promoting surface agitation of the water surface. Cardiff Circulation System One of the most important aspects of any aquarium is circulation, both for regulating flow through the filtration section and to provide proper water movement in the aquarium. The Solana uses a flow-adjustable heavy-duty 1500 liter per hour (400gph) submersible pump for circulating water from the filtration section into the Solana. The flow rate is key to both maximizing the turnover rate of the Solana (the entire aquarium is filtered 8 times per hour) as well as providing adequate water movement in the aquarium. Water is distributed into the aquarium through a flexible “Y” nozzle that can be shortened, elongated and positioned in a variety of ways to separate wastes from rocks and corals, suspend organics to be filtered, eliminate “dead zones” and to add further oxygenation by promoting surface agitation of the water surface. The following optional accessories are available through your Current- USA dealer or distributor: Accessory Description Part # HQI Pendant System 14,000K HQI Metal Halide Pendant Lighting System 1053 18” 2x20w T5HO 18” Nova Extreme 2x20w T5 High Output Fixture 10k/460nm 1136 20” 1x40w SunPaq 20” Satellite 1x40w SmartPaq 10k/460nm 1002 20” 2x40w SunPaq 20” Satellite 2x40w SmartPaq 10k/460nm 1012 20” SunPod 1x150w 20” SunPod 1x150w 14k HQI 1060 20” SunPod 1x250w 20” SunPod 1x250w 14k HQI 1160 PowerBrite LED PowerBrite LED Lighting Systems 1645, 1647, 1643 PowerBrite LED PowerBrite LED Linking Modules 1646, 1648, 1644 WWW.CURRENT-USA.COM preparation Preparing Your Cardiff Aquarium The following steps should be performed prior to the addition of water, sand, etc. It is recommended you consult your dealer on the proper types and methods of adding water, substrate and life to your Cardiff. Step 1. Preparing the location of the Cardiff Just like any piece of furniture, placing the Cardiff in the home requires some forethought as to the requirements of the aquarium itself and your viewing needs. Ideal locations should have the following: a. A solid, level floor capable of supporting a stand and aquarium weighing up to 400 lbs b. Located in an area that does not receive direct sunlight c. Located in an area that is not in the direct path of people or pets moving through the home d. Have direct access to at least two (2) GFCI protected outlets (see safety instructions) e. Have easy access to the front and sides of the Cardiff for cleaning and ventilation Step . Unpacking the Cardiff Before unpacking the Cardiff, note any external damage to the box in case shipping damage has occurred and be sure to keep all packaging in the unlikely event the unit needs to be returned. If damage is noted please contact your dealer or retailer immediately before proceeding. a. Place the Cardiff shipping carton in an upright position and carefully cut away cardboard - being careful not to cut into the stand. b. Remove any protective packaging from the stand. Using a Phillips (+) screwdriver, remove the screws that hold the back panel of the Cardiff stand in place and set aside, along with the panel. Carefully remove the packaged Cardiff Aquarium from the stand through the back panel opening and remove any excess protective packaging. Thoroughly inpsect the stand, tank and components for any visible damage or missing parts. c. Once the the Cardiff has been inspected, set the aquarium aside and replace back panel into place on the stand with the screws removed in Step b.