Red Sea Max 130D Bedienungsanleitung

www.redseafish.comRed Sea MAX 130DThe Complete Reef SystemUSER MANUAL

9c. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is usedby or near children.d. To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts.e. Always unplug an a

103 Parts DiagramsRed Sea MAXFigure 2: Max parts - front viewFigure 3: Max parts - rear viewHood PinsCooling Fan VentChiller VentTank BaseControl Pa

11User Manual4 Max SetupThe Red Sea MAX reef system comprises the following:Figure 4: MAX contentsLocationThe first step in setting up the MAX is to

12Red Sea MAXAccessibilityWhen choosing a location, ensure that you have enough roomto raise the main aquarium hood and remove the skimmercollection c

13User Manual5 Pre-operating instructionsBefore installing a new aquarium it is advisable to inspect it forleaks to make sure that no damage has occu

14ABCDRed Sea MAXCirculation pumps (x 2)1. Disassemble and reassemble the pumps in order to familiarize yourself with their inner parts.2. Position

15User Manual4. Attach the heater securely to the wall using the suctioncup provided.5. Thread the heater cord through the channel to the other endof

1. Disassemble the skimmer pump and inspect the components(impeller, impeller housing, inlet pipe, bayonet connector,flow valve and air pipe).2. Reass

17User ManualFigure 15: Attaching the integrated over-flow boxFigure 16: Attaching and positioning the over-flow boxOver-flow box1. Attach the Over-fl

18Hood7. Thread the hood's electrical cord through the cord access8. Place the hood on top of the tank, lining up the cutout in the h

1ContentsPreface ...3Introduction...

19User Manual12. Insert the hood pins that you removed for unpacking, attaching both the skimmer panel and the lighting control panel to the h

20Red Sea MAX17. One side at a time, push the junction of the lower and middle legs as shown in Fig. 24 and allow the hood to close slightly until i

21User ManualFigure 28: Attaching the skimmer collection cup3. To complete the assembly of the collection cup make sure that the lid is seated prop

22Red Sea MAXPower center1. Ensure that your hands are dry.2. Remove the power center splash cover by sliding it awayfrom the power cord and lifting.

23User Manual10. Open the control panel on the outside of the power center and make sure all the switches are set to OFF (O pressed down and the I

24Red Sea MAXInstalling the cooling fan1. Remove the empty pop-out vent from the aquarium frameby depressing the two snaps that are located on the lef

25User ManualThe freshwater sourceAlthough municipal tap water is readily available, you shouldavoid using it in your reef aquarium. Tap water is not

28Red Sea MAX2. Make sure your hands are dry.3. Connect the MAX to the power supply.4. Turn the lights on.5. Direct the two pump nozzles down.6. Activ

29cbadMaxOptimUser ManualThere are two factors affecting the water level inside the filtrationchamber:1. Overall water volume in the system2. Over-flo

30MinMaxMinRed Sea MAXNever let the water level drop below the min. line (Fig. 38).If the water level is near the min. line and the over-flow boxposit

2List of figuresFigure 1: Drip Loop...7Figure 2: MAX parts - front view without h

4. If the foam is too dry and doesnt reach the integrated foamadjuster windows, first increase the air flow by opening thevalve and then start to lo

32Washing the substrateAlthough Red Sea Reef Base has already been washed prior toshipping, we recommend repeating the process before use:1. Rinse the

33To initiate and boost the seeding of nitrifying and denitrifyingbacteria in the bio-filter media and live rocks, the Red Sea MAXStarter Kit includes

34Red Sea MAXThese janitors play an important long-term role, keeping youraquarium in good shape. They help control algae, remove detritus,eliminate

35User ManualInvertebratesAmong the many species of invertebrates available to the hobbyist,you will find differences in the natural habitats of these

36Red Sea MAXQuick reference setup chartThe following is a step-by-step guide designed to help you keeptrack of the various stages involved in setting

37User Manual1. If cured live rocks are introduced on day 1, the 4-week curingcycle can be shortened to just a few days (until ammoniaand nitrite leve

38Red Sea MAXDaily reef care proceduresCheck the appearance of your fish and corals.FishCheck the fishes' behavior. Look for signs of aggression

39User Manual If this occurs, you should do the following:1. Test the ammonia level and pH.2. Change up to 50% of the water volume.3. Look for dead an

40Red Sea MAXthen check the skimmer pump and air line intake for clogging.To check the skimmer pump carry out the following procedure:1. Turn off the

3PrefaceCongratulations on your purchase of the Red Sea MAX.The uniquely colorful and diverse underwater world of the coralreef and its inhabitants ha

41User ManualSlightly higher temperatures can be tolerated for short periodsof time as long as the change in temperature is steady and notsudden. Moni

427. Ensure that the inlet and outlet pipes are securely attachedto the chiller. Plug in the chiller pump and check that thewater is circulating throu

43User ManualThey feel slimy to the touch. The presence of the clusters, threadsand chains of these organisms indicates a circulation or filtrationpro

44Many fish have adapted to certain types of feeding. Knowledgeof these idiosyncrasies will enable you to properly select thefood.Feeding time offers

45User ManualCheck pH and alkalinity, especially if you use calcium additivesregularly. If pH drops, take corrective action by reducing feeds,adding b

46Red Sea MAXpH may drop during daylight for several reasons: Excessive CO2 Alkalinity decreases Excessive nitrification Organ

47User ManualTo determine proper dosage for these treatments, monitor thecalcium and alkalinity using test kits.MagnesiumMagnesium's primary impo

48Red Sea MAXNitrateThe nitrification process ends with the production of nitrate.Nitrate abundance usually results in the growth of algae andpotentia

49User ManualCoralMost symbiotic corals need to supplement the products ofphotosynthesis with hosted zooxanthellae. Very few species aretruly autotrop

50Red Sea MAXAdd Reef BaseReef Base, as aragonite, slowly dissolves, breaking up into calciumand carbonate. It may decrease in volume as much as 10-15

41 IntroductionThe Red Sea MAX approach to the coral reef experience is toreplicate a natural marine environment as faithfully as possible.In the oc

51User Manual7 TroubleshootingSetupQ Where should I locate my MAX?A IMPORTANT: The location of your MAX should be decidedupon in advance because

52when the substrate matures, it takes on the characteristics oflive sand inhabited by millions of microorganisms. Thesecreatures promote a successf

53User ManualA If the set up is new or If you have just cleaned your skimmer,re-rinse it with water. Allow the skimmer to run for 48 hoursbefore wor

54Red Sea MAXWarrantyRed Sea Aquarium Products Limited Warranty.The limited warranty sets forth all Red Sea Fish Pharm Ltd (Red Sea) responsibilitiesr

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5and stable 22°C / 72°F. In warmer climates, or where the ambientroom temperature is above the maximum recommended, usethe optional water cooling fan

6Although mechanical filtration removes most of the fine organicmaterial, what remains begins to decompose. Some of theseorganic particles, known as d

7Fish-onlyThe main focus of this type of tank is the fish. You should carefullystudy the unique characteristics of each species before decidingwhat an

8Red Sea MAX2 SafetyPLEASE READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDANGER: To avoid possible electric shock, special care should betaken when handling