Activated carbon needs to be replaced on a regular basis as it will stop working, aim to replace it after a month.

I always recommend having a drip loop on all electrical items for your aquarium, we all know water and electricity are not a good match! Size: The Fluval 407 is 2.8” taller than the FX2, so if you’re tight on space you may struggle to fit it beneath an aquarium. But, if you’re tight on space width ways, the FX2 is 3.9″ longer and 6.4″ wider than the 407. Granted the FX2 will do more than the 407 as it’s got more media inside and a greater pump output. Maintenance And CleaningIf you’d bought the FX2’s bigger brother, the FX4, you could have drained the water from the canister directly into the tub using the filter’s drain valve, a great feature that the FX2 is missing unfortunately. Since there is no standardized calculation used by all the different manufacturers, each manufacturer may suggest a different tank size suitability for their ‘XXX’ g/ph filter. Once the canister filter has filled with water, plug it into the mains power and you should have water flowing out of the outlet nozzle. It may be a bit noisier than you expect when you first switch it on, but it will settle down. This is normal for a new canister filter. Fluval 407 Setup and Install Goldfish– These guys love to dig around and stir up the substrate and are known for pooping a lot, so you need a filter that can cope.

Clean the filter’s impeller and housing: Over time, debris and slime can accumulate in this area, resulting in reduced pump performance. Install your intake and output assemblies. The intake and outlet valves on the filter are clearly marked. Ensure the input strainer is at least 3″ above the bottom of your tank. One thing I really like about the entire Fluval 07 series filters is that setting them up is a breeze. I’ll list a few common messy fish and if you keep any of these guys you may be best choosing the FX2. Because it has a higher water turnover rate and capacity for filter media to catch the additional mess, it will keep your water cleaner. Once the media is in place (and it’s got gunked up after a while!), these g/ph figures reduce drastically and the real-world turnover rate will probably be around 50% less.By using this formula, you can standardize the process and compare filters from different manufacturers on an equal basis. TANK SIZE (GALLONS) On the top is a leaflet which needs to be removed. You need to separate the 2 white baskets as each of them has a red tray in the center with a plastic bag full of BioMax ceramic rings. You’ll also find yet another disposable plastic bag containing 2 additional empty filter media bags. Mechanical media catches all of the debris in the water, if you’ve got loads of stuff floating around in the water, it’s time to rinse out those filter pads! Biological Filtration Media

Move the valves (red disc on AquaStop valves) into the open position and plug the filter into the mains power to start your filter. Move the priming handle up and down 3 or 4 times until you can hear the filter filling itself with water. The hose clamps do a great job of keeping the intake and output hoses in place and are a much better design than those on the FX series filters.I’ve found that following this simple calculation stops you from buying a filter that is too small or too large (and wasting money) for your aquarium.

When you’re looking to choose a new canister filter, the filter’s pump performance and energy consumption are important things to consider with the ever-increasing cost of living. Pump Output and Circulation Activated carbon helps remove chemical impurities, odors, and discoloration from the water, keeping it crystal clear and smelling sweet, no one wants their tank to smell like rotten eggs! Measuring in at 42m tall, the same height as FX4 the FX2 is 15% smaller overall allowing it fit perfectly into most aquarium cabinets. Firstly, unwrap the tubing from around the outside of the canister body and remove the cellophane beneath it. I hate disposable plastic, why companies still use so much of it I don’t know! The compact "little brother" to the FX4, the Fluval FX2 Performance Canister is suitable for tanks up to 750 litres and prides itself on itsSmart Pump TM- advanced microchip technology which offers a constant monitoring of the pump to optimize its performance. The FX2 is suitable for freshwater and saltwater aquariums. The multi-stage filter pumps out 1800 litres of water per hourAll services are working day services and do not include delivery on Saturdays and Sundays or public holidays as standard. Deliveries are usually Monday to Friday only, although some Royal Mail items may be delivered on weekends as standard if the service is available in your area. SERVICE I recommend at this point that you have a tub nearby that is big enough for the filter to be put into and a towel to hand. Rubber O-rings are something I mention a lot in my canister filter posts, and I’m going to again (no one wants leaks!)