Oase 350 Crystalskim Water Surface Extractor Instruction Manual

Oase 350 CrystalSkim Water Surface Extractor

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 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 situa-tions, do not attempt repairs by yourself, return the unit to an authorized service facility for service or discard the unit.

• If the device shows signs of unusual water leakage, unplug the device from the outlet immediately.
• Carefully examine the unit after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
• Do not operate any unit if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is mal-functioning or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
• To avoid the possibility of the unit plug or receptacle getting wet, posi-tion aquarium stand and tank to one side of a wall-mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A “drip loop,” shown in the figure below, should be arranged by the user for each cord connecting an aquarium unit to a receptacle. The “drip loop” is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle, or the connector if an ex-tension cord is used, to prevent water traveling along the cord and com-ing in contact with the receptacle. If the plug or receptacle does get wet, don’t unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that sup-plies power to the unit. Then, unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle.
• Close supervision is necessary when the unit is used by or near children.
• To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts, and the like.
•  Always unplug the unit 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.
• Do not use the unit for other than intended use. The use of attachments not rec-ommended or sold by the unit manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
• Do not install or store the unit where it will be exposed to the weather or to tem-peratures below freezing.
• Make sure the unit mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
• Read and observe all the important notices on the unit.
• 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 unit rating may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply match.
• Only plug the unit into a correctly fitted socket.
• Do not use the unit as a toy. Close attention is necessary when the product is used by or near children.
• Do not use the unit, if electrical lines or the housing are damaged.
• Dispose of the unit if its power connection cable is damaged. The power connec-tion cable cannot be replaced.
• Do not carry or pull the unit by its power cable.
• Route lines so that they are protected from damage and nobody can trip over them.
• Should problems occur, please contact the authorized customer service or OASE.

Intended use

Only use the product described in this manual as follows:

• As a surface vacuum in aquariums.
• Only indoors and for household use.
• In compliance with the technical specifications. (→ Technical data)

The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Never use the unit with fluids other than water.
• Do not use in conjunction with chemicals, foodstuff, easily flammable or explosive substances.
• Never run the unit without water.
• Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes.

Questions, problems, missing parts? 
Before returning the unit to your dealer, call us at 330-274-8317, Monday-Fri-day, or email us at [email protected].

Product description 

The unit vacuums the surface of the water in your aquarium, removing un-wanted particles, e.g. from plants, but also surface scum and duckweed.

Overview

Symbols on the unit 

• The unit is water-tight down to 3.3 ft (1 m).
• Read the operating instructions.

Installation

Cleaning the foam filter
Rinse the foam filter thoroughly with cold tap water prior to its first use.

Fitting the skimmer 

Position the skimmer on the wall of the aquarium in such a way that the float body is floating high up on top of the water. This ensures that the vacuum function will work even if the water level falls due to evap-oration.

Commissioning/start-up

• Switching on: Plug the power plug into the outlet.
  • The unit switches on immediately.
  • Lay the power supply cord so that a drip loop is formed and the lowest point is below the socket. This prevents dripping water from entering the socket.
  • Set the desired flow rate.
• Switching off: Pull the power plug from the outlet.

Forming a drip loop 

Setting the flow rate 

Maintenance and cleaning

NOTE
Do not use aggressive cleaning agents or chemical solutions. These agents can damage the housing, impair the function of the device and harm animals, plants and the environment. Clean the unit when its performance drops noticeably.

Disassembling the unit for cleaning and maintenance 
To disassemble the unit, simply pull it apart – no tools are required.

Troubleshooting

Technical data

Wear parts

• Filter media
• Impeller unit

Disposal

NOTE 
Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste.

• Dispose of the unit by using the return system provided for this purpose.
• Should you have questions, please contact your local disposal company. They will give you instructions on how to dispose of your unit properly.
• Disable the unit by cutting off the cables.

OASE North America Inc. 1-866-627-3435 [email protected] www.oase-livingwater.com

References

• OASE Consumer
• OASE Consumer