Fluval FX6 High Performance Canister Filter

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The Fluval FX6’s robust pump technology provides 538 US gallons per hour of filter circulation and 925 US gallons per hour of the pump output. In the aquarium hobby, there is a rule of thumb that filtration should be 6x the total water capacity of the tank. You also have the ability to adjust and tweak the output via the dualoutput nozzlesthat are found on the top of the canister filter. This is something you will likely be playing around with at first, so this will save you time and make this process a little easier. Noise Consequential Loss or Damage: The store cannot take responsibility for any consequential loss or damage that arises directly or indirectly from the goods supplied. The following video is an easy way to ensure your impeller is clean and will start without any problems. The innovative design of the Fluval FX6 High External Filter fits under most aquariums and has noise-proofing rubber feet to help absorb sound for a flawless and quiet operation. An anti-clog, telescopic strainer ensures continuous water flow, and valves positioned at convenient 45-degree angle offer easy installation and rotation.

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However, if I was going to, I would first turn off the filter, then I would dose the tank with dechlorinator (dosage based on full tank volume, for extra safety), and only then would I add the water from the tap. After the tank was refilled, I would leave it 5 mins or so to make sure the new water was fully treated, before I turned the filter on again. As you can see it’s very important to complete any preventative maintenance and on-going care for this expensive filter. The canister utilizes 3 internal media baskets to place your mechanical, biological and chemical filtration media inside. Each of these 3 trays has a smaller tray nested inside of it to allow variation on types of filter media. This makes it easy to include a few different sizes and types of biological media.It comes with some very effectiveaqua stop valveswhich make using the filter a breeze. You can easily stop thewater flowwithout having to risk damage or and stray water escaping one of the components. They typically shut down for about 10 minutes so don’t be alarmed. Priming Issues – How to Prime the Fluval FX6 Properly

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You would think that with the impressive output that theFluval FX6 canister filterbrings to the table there would be some additional noise right?

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The Fluval FX6 canister filter, on the other hand, was designed to keep everything silent and still, which is excellent news to your fish, your tank as well as yourself. Smart System It is important to note that you should ensure that the removable red trays that sit in the center of the canister are level to allow all of the water to flow appropriately. You can and should put media underneath the red tray, and after making sure it sits flush in the main tray, fill the removable red tray with additional media. Just remember that as long as there is no interruption in water flow, you could never have too much media in your filter. Mechanical Media There has been some confusion in the aquarium community about the trueGPHof the FX6. That comes from a slight disconnect between the numbers you see on the box, and the practical in-useGPHwhen you have everything set up.

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The interior should be cleaned and rinsed. To remove any trapped sand or debris, remove all of the filter material and baskets, then thoroughly clean the basket and impeller. After that, rebuild everything and try again. The intake is Too close to air stone, filter or protein skimmer – Remove all air producing equipment to be sure they are not the reason. If they are the source of the problem try to keep the intake as far away as possible from the air source. If not possible try to create barriers between the air source and intake. The Fluval FX6 filter also has different settings based on your aquarium’s and fish’s demands achieved by dual output nozzles. This means you can also ensure that filtered water is released in all regions in addition to directing the current where it is needed most in your aquarium to keep it clean. Common Fluval FX6 Problems and Solutions So, great biomedia capacity, plus great mechanical filtration, all with an ultra-quiet but really powerful motor. That’s pretty damn perfect in my boat! I’ve had a passion for aquariums ever since my first Goldfish in a bowl! Through years of experience I’ve learned how to care and provide for my fish, spoiling them along the way! The joy of this hobby comes from knowing my fish are happy and healthy, growing and thriving.Fluval has been churning out high-quality products for a very long time now, and the FX6 canister filter is no exception. Great filter for filtering. Remember to buy additional filter media as this thing can hold a lot of it! It’s a new setup – Sometimes the self-purging feature takes time. Wait up to 48hours to allow the purging to complete.

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If you intend to use any media that is made up of small granular particles, be sure to place it in a bag. Loose bits can get trapped in the pump and stop your impeller from working. Replace Old Impellers Like all previous FX Filters, FX6 comes with all the user-friendly features that have consistently put FX aquarium filters at the head of its class when it comes to installation and maintenance. The dimensions of theFluval FX6 canister filterare 15 x 15 x 20 inches, with it weighing in at 19.9 pounds. This might seem a little big if you’re not used to high outputaquariumfilters, but it’s really not. The output that is advertised is 925GPH. However, you have to think about canister filters in use and the pressure that impacts pump speed. When you do this the more accurate number to keep in mind is 563GPH. Build qualityThe FX4 and FX6 filters feature a multi-functional utility valve to empty the canister and perform seamless water changes without disturbing your setup or tank inhabitants. As an added bonus, two convenient hosing clips located on the filter lid allow for storage when not in use. Here is a great video from Everyday Aquarist showing you exactly how to set up the Fluval FX6 as well as how to prime the FX6 filter. The first thing you need to do is shut off your aqua stop valves. It is recommended to shut off the inlet valve before shutting off the outlet valve. Once you have closed the valves, you will unplug your FX6 from the power source.