STEP 1. POSITIONING THE AQUARIUM
Take great care, your Aqua-Pro Reef aquarium when
filled will be very heavy!
You must establish a suitable position and ensure
that the floor or cabinet which you are installing it
on is suitable for the weight of the tank, water and
substrates without deforming or collapsing.
Aqua-Pro cabinets are designed to fully support your
aquarium. If the aquarium is not being installed on an
Aqua-Pro cabinet then care must be taken to ensure
the surface is strong enough and is flat and level.
Failure to do so may cause the aquarium to crack or
the silicone joints to fail over time and may invalidate
the warranty.
If you are uncertain that your floor will be strong
enough to take the weight of the filled aquarium, or
requires support, please take professional advice.
We recommend that any aquarium should be
positioned out of direct sunlight and away from a
static heat source, such as a radiator.
D-D Aqua-Pro Reef Systemised Aquarium
Please read the following installation instructions carefully before starting to assemble and run your
aquarium. If correctly installed, your new aquarium should give you years of pleasure in this fantastic
and enthralling hobby.
IMPORTANT: Aquarium care
The Aqua-Pro Reef aquarium cabinet is designed as a piece of furniture and although it is water resistant it is
NOT WATERPROOF and requires care and attention to prevent damage.
It is important that any water spillage or standing water is wiped up immediately to prevent damage to the board or
edging which would not be covered under warranty.
Chemical products should not be used to clean the aquarium or cabinet as they may be toxic to aquatic life.
To avoid scratches when cleaning the glass do not use abrasive materials and take care when using bladed cleaners.
STEP 2 LEVELLING THE CABINET
To ensure long term stability of your aquarium once it is
filled, it is of paramount importance that the cabinet and
tank are correctly levelled. This ensures that there is no
stress on the glass and that the doors will hang square.
Preparation
Ensure that the area where the tank is to be installed
is clear so that you have plenty of space for access
and adjustment. The cabinet should be initially levelled
without the tank and sump installed and we recommend
that you remove the quick release doors for better
access by pressing the lever at the back of each hinge.
Cabinet Types
Two different cabinet versions are available for some
sizes in the Aqua-Pro Aquarium range, wooden cabinets
and metal framed cabinets.
Wooden Cabinet
The wooden cabinet should ideally be positioned on
a level, flat floor. If the floor is not completely level or
flat, then it will be necessary to use suitable shims to level
the cabinet, (follow same process as for metal framed
cabinet). This is important to avoid warping or
movement over time and to ensure that the aquarium
is fully supported.
Approximate system weights
When positioning the tank it is important to have
enough people to safely move the aquarium.
Jewellery that could potentially scratch the glass or
cabinet finish should be removed prior to moving any
aquarium or cabinet.
Checking the aquarium on arrival
Transport damage
– your aquarium will arrive fully
protected and should be carefully unwrapped and
checked for any damage.
You must check the aquarium and report any transport
damage to your retailer within 12 hours of delivery
.
Ensure that there are no missing or damaged parts.
Report any issues to your retailer within 24 hours.
IF THERE ARE ANY ISSUES OR CONCERNS THEN
DO NOT FILL THE AQUARIUM WITH WATER
Although the tanks are cleaned prior to packing we
recommend using a soft sponge and clean water to
wipe the inside of the sump and aquarium before setup
to remove any residue dust or debris.
MODEL
EMPTY SYSTEM
WEIGHT
WATER
VOLUME
WATER
WEIGHT
TOTAL
WEIGHT
CABINET TYPE
ADJUSTABLE FEET
(METAL FRAME VERSION)
PEOPLE
REQUIRED
600
100 Kg
223 L
229 Kg
329 Kg
Wood Only
n/a
2
900
134 Kg
267 L
274 Kg
408 Kg
Wood Only
n/a
2
1200
176 Kg
441 L
452 Kg
628 Kg
Wood/Metal Frame
6
2-4
1500
244 Kg
536 L
549 Kg
793 Kg
Metal Frame Only
6
4-6
1800
284 Kg
588 L
603 Kg
887 Kg
Metal Frame Only
8
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