Caratteristiche:
Un filtro esterno a tanica piccolo e conveniente per vasche fino a 110 litri ca. destinate alle tartarughe.
- Contiene meccanismi di fi ltrazione biologici, chimici e meccanici.
- La custodia trasparente consente di vedere quando occorre sostituire gli elementi fi ltranti.
Ulteriori Informazioni:
| Item Number: TC-30E 501 Turtle Filter |
| Item Number: TC-701 Replacement Carbon |
| Item Number: TC-702 Replacement Sponge |
| Item Number: TC-703 501 Filter Hanger |
FAQ: |
| Q: Does the Carbon bag go above or below the ceramic media in the filter chamber? |
| A: The carbon bag should go below the ceramic media. |
FAQ: |
| Q: How often should I change the carbon? |
| A: The carbon should be replaced once a month. |
FAQ: |
| Q: How often should I change the ceramic media? |
| A: The ceramic media should only be changed if it is restricting water flow. It can be rinsed each month. |
FAQ: |
| Q: How often should I change the sponge(s)? |
| A: The sponge(s) can be rinsed monthly but only need to be changed if they cannot be cleaned or if they start to break down. |
FAQ: |
| Q: What is the maximum Gallons Per Hour? |
| A: The 501 filter runs at about 79 GPH. |
FAQ: |
| Q: How do I prime this filter? |
| A: Be sure that the cannister is completely full of water and that the fill cap is in place before plugging the filter in. |
FAQ: |
| Q: What is the ceramic media for? |
| A: The ceramic media provides surface area for beneficial bacteria to grow. This bacteria will help trap other bacteria and break down waste trapped in the filter. |
FAQ: |
| Q: Why does this filter process seem to be reversed? |
| A: The water passing trhrough the ceramic media, then carbon then sponge produces the best filteration flow. |
FAQ: |
| Q: How often should I clean my filter? |
| A: Once monthly is usually sufficient for one turtle. If you have more animals, it may be necessary to clean it more often. |
