 
 
Aquarium Cleaning Machine: Power Aquarium Siphon and Micron/Polishing Filter for a Clean Aquarium
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Aquarium Cleaning Machine: Power Aquarium Siphon and Micron/Polishing Filter for a Clean Aquarium
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Express, etc.); Click the button to the left*Please use the Cart below to purchase products from this page AND all other pages at American Aquarium Products. *Compare the real cost AFTER shipping is added, our shipping is often much less!! *For Credit Card Problems (or PayPal) please see our contact page: Contact Us Page *We no longer Ship Internationally except Canada, UK, Australia *For the UK and Australia, please note the Cleaning Machine is 110-120V ONLY and a separate additional invoice for shipping of $23 usd due to weight will be sent Below is our standard shopping Cart for single and ALL multiple purchases  For a picture slide show, and a demonstration video: Here is a link to introduction and set up videos for the Aquarium Cleaning Machine: Aquarium Cleaning Machine Videos Please note that this page MAY load slowly due to videos  TIPS; • Please note that the machine rarely needs to be run at full as per the “aqua” valve on the top as this machine is very powerful and except for the largest tanks I have found that about 2/3 suction is all that is needed. In tanks with sand, I generally will adjust this valve to find the “sweet spot” so as to run the machine at a slow rate that will still lift debris, but not the sand; generally this is at a VERY low flow rate. Also note that the valve on the top when “open” means the bypass is open not the valve is open, as full power is achieved with the valve set to closed (meaning bypass closed) • I have found in marine tanks in particular (due to lighter sand), that even if I plan to expel water (via a garden hose & garden hose attachment) that it is easier to start the machine with the valves in a recirculating position at a slow rate (as per the aqua valve). Once I have found a flow rate that is easy to manage WITHOUT picking up sand/gravel too easily, I will then open the valve to eject/drain water until I am ready to go back to a vacuuming and recirculating mode. • Once I have drained/ejected the water I feel necessary (usually 25%) and then continued cleaning through the cleaning machine (to get out as much mulm as possible), I will often leave the Cleaning Machine running even long with the vacuum bell just above the gravel to continue and polish the water with the fine particulate 30 micron cartridge that comes with the machine. • In tanks with ANY sand, the sand pre-filter (as per machine directions) must be used. As with any vacuum/siphon used in sand (especially fine oolite #00 (sugar sand), it can be much more difficult to vacuum). HOWEVER this can be done with this machine or similar device, here are a few tips: *As earlier noted, running the machine at a much slower rate is important. *Adding a valve inline or kinking the tubing can allow you to stop when sand is getting too high in the suction tube. *Adding a ½ inch layer of #3-5 crushed coral (SW) or similar sized pea gravel (FW), makes it much easier to vacuum in deep sand bed aquariums as this trap much of the detritus/mulm in this top layer which is much easier to vacuum. *I have also drilled 3/16 to ¼ inch holes about 3-4 inches up the bell to allow sand to fall out much easier (especially when a strong suction makes it difficult shake loose trapped sand). This also works for standard gravel vacuums/Pythons too. • I have used this machine extensively and have tried to see what can and cannot go wrong so as to help any one who purchases this machine. I have found it is IMPORTANT to put the pre-filter tower and other parts EXACTLY where the directions state (this machine is color coded and VERY easy to put together), however if for example you swap parts around for the pre–filter tower and the main tower, you will never get a proper siphon. This all said, this machine is color coded and very easy to operate, it is just very important to follow the directions as stated. • IMPORTANT; Please remember to rinse out the main unit thoroughly after each use. If the motor does not come on after storage upon next use (or delays in starting), it is most likely the impeller assembly that has been impaired by crystallized salt particles or other foreign material. Simply pour WARM water into the main unit and let it sit a few minutes. Tap the unit on the floor a few times and plug it in. The dissolved salt or foreign material should dislodge and you can setup and prime the unit. I have also found that straight white vinegar placed in the machine (with it open and at an angle so that the vinegar flows into the motor impeller assembly) can help for difficult cases of lodged debris, salt deposits, calcium deposits, etc. Simply flush and precede as described above after leaving the vinegar in for 15-30 minutes. Use of the filter bag that now comes with newer models prevents many of the above problems, although the machines I have used are mostly older and yet with proper care these problems are rare as in reality this is a VERY simple device to operate provided you follow instructions (this is not to say I have not encountered problems even with proper use, however mine and colleagues use of this machine is high with so the likelihood of something going wrong is statistical probability, yet even then we have yet to have to return one machine under warranty)! • PLEASE note that there is some misinformation on a few internet forums with little experience in using this product as to suction, I have used this machine, along with colleagues extensively and this has NEVER been a problem when assembled properly and all valves are in their proper position. At one forum in particular, I responded to the information they provided with what needs to be done, yet my response was removed, so their anecdotal agenda was exposed. Since we sell what we use, we can provide better customer service on this than anyone else, I also have purposely assembled and used this machine in ways other than is best so as to know and best respond to problems as well. For more about this anecdotal forum post, please read this article: "Fish as Pets; Aquarium Forums Hall of Shame #3 FOR FURTHER INFORMATION ABOUT AQUARIUM CLEANING, Please read this article: "AQUARIUM CLEANING" For Marine fish tanks, this can be the answer to messy foam cups that work and then don't work on SOME Protein Skimmers. By super cleaning the top layer of your aquarium gravel and other areas of your aquarium (in marine aquariums it is best to only clean the top layer of gravel where organic debris accumulates but not the bottom layers so as to not disturb de-nitrifying bacterial), you remove organic debris before it can go thru the nitrogen cycle, thus reducing nitrates like a protein skimmer, EXCEPT SIMPLER! A great compliment to the Berlin Filter Method. This unit works best in reef tanks with a 3-5 cm layer of #00 live sand with 2-3 cm of #3 gravel on top. ONLY VACUUM THE TOP LAYER OF GRAVEL, leaving the sand for anaerobic filtration. (NOT to replace protein skimmers on reef tanks, although a Refugium is another alternative).  AQUARIUM GRAVEL VACUUMS- $8.99 (Python style adapters too) For smaller aquariums, we also have our basic gravel vacuum For MUCH more about Aquarium Cleaning reasons, methods, and basics; please see this article: "AQUARIUM CLEANING; reasons and methods for water changes" HERE ARE COMMENTS ABOUT THIS MACHINE: *Just a note to let you know I have used the aquarium cleaner 3 times thus far and am totally sold on you product. It is easier to use than anything I've tried in the past and does a far superior job. If anyone is an the fence about buying your product please refer them to me and I will sure let them know just how great it is. Thanks for a wonderful product. Gene Staggs c2gstaggs2@msn.com *great machine !!!!!!!!! amchmiel(121) *Carl, I purchased an Aquarium Cleaning Machine unit around Christmas time and used it around 10 days ago for the 1st time on both of my freshwater tanks. (a 28 and a 46 gallon) I must say that the results are nothing short of impressive. The tanks have stayed crystal clear for the entire week in between water changes, which is what I was looking for from the unit. I intend to use the unit on a monthly basis going forward, and I will be glad to provide feedback over a longer use on how the unit performs. Just wanted to let you know that I am pleased with the unit and the result. | Via Aqua Multi Skimmer | Sponge Filter | ReSun Power Filter | Clear Stream Pond Filter | clear stream pic | Cleaning Machine | Pre-Filter | Aquarium-vacuum | Hydro-pond-filter | Aquarium -Skimmer | Filstar | Eco-Power | | Via Aqua | U.V. Sterilizers | Filters | Pumps | miscellaneous | Fish Food | Aquarium-treatments | | Coral | Aquarium Products | Shells | Wind Chimes | | Return Home | Downloads | Shipping and Return Policy | Contact Us | Great Links | Aquarium_Information | |
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