GloFish® 3-Gallon
Aquarium Kit
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
WARNING: To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
READ AND FOLLOW ALL
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
DANGER: To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the following situations,
DO NOT attempt repairs yourself.
- A. If the appliance falls into the water, DO NOT reach for it. First unplug it and then retrieve it. If electrical components of the appliance get wet, unplug it immediately.
B. If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug from the power source.
C. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
D. DO NOT operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning or if it is dropped or damaged in any manner.
E. To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting wet, position aquarium stand and tank to one side of a wall-mounted receptacle to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle or plug. A “drip loop,” shown in the figure at right, should be arranged by the user for each cord connecting an aquarium appliance to a receptacle. The drip loop is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle or the connector, if an extension cord is used, to prevent water from traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the receptacle. If the plug or receptacle does get wet, DO NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Then unplug and examine for presence of water in the receptacle. - Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
- To avoid injury, DO NOT contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters, reflectors, lamp bulbs, etc.
- ALWAYS unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use, before putting on or taking off parts and before cleaning. NEVER yank cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
- DO NOT use an appliance for other than intended use. The use of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause an unsafe condition.
- DO NOT install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezing.
- Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before operating it.
- Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
- If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating should be used. A cord rated for less amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped over or pulled.
- This appliance may have a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. NEVER use with an extension cord unless plug can be fully inserted.
DO NOT attempt to defeat this safety feature.
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
- Parts Check
- Tank Setup
A. Aquarium Location: Pick a flat, level surface near an electrical outlet. Avoid heat sources or air conditioning to maintain proper temperature.
To avoid excessive algae growth, DO NOT place in direct sunlight.
B. Rinse Before Use: All rocks, plants, filter cartridges, decorations, etc
C. Gravel: Add 5 to 10 lbs of rinsed gravel. Slope the gravel bed gradually down from the back to the front. This will add depth to your aquascaping.
D. Add Water: Treat tap water with a water dechlorinator/conditioner such as Tetra® AquaSafe ® Plus (not included) to remove harmful chlorine and chloramines. Fill to within two to three inches of the aquarium rim.
E. Add Plants and Decor: Add aquatic plants (live or artificial), decorative rocks and ornaments.
F. Add Bacteria: Use Tetra ® SafeStart™ Plus (not included) when adding fish to instantly cycle your new aquarium. Live bacteria help maintain clear, healthy water.
- Install Equipment
A. Install Filter: Hang the filter inside the aquarium with the filter hanger on the back of the aquarium. If your kit includes a suction cup, press the filter housing firmly against the aquarium wall to attach the suction cup (Fig.1).
B. Plug Filter in: Once the filter is positioned inside the aquarium, plug the power cord into an outlet. Make a drip loop for safety (see Important Safeguards).
C. Add a Heater: Tropical fish need a heater. Install a heater up to 50 watts (not included) inside the aquarium at the water level recommended by the manufacturer. Let it acclimate to the water temperature for 20 minutes before plugging in. Add an adhesive thermometer (not included) to the outside of the tank on the opposite side of the heater (Fig.2).
D. Install light: Clip the LED into the underside of the hood (Fig. 3) and route the cord through the cord routers and out the back of the tank. The light is water-resistant and low voltage, so if it should fall in the water, simply place it back in position.
E. Finish filling the aquarium with tap water treated with Tetra®AquaSafe® Plus The water line should be maintained below the lip of the filter.
Helpful Hints
Medications: While treating fish with medication, it is helpful to leave the carbon filter out of the filter cartridge as the carbon absorbs most medications.
New Tank Syndrome: One or two weeks after setting up your aquarium, you may notice the tank looks cloudy. This is a natural and important part of establishing your tank. The cloudiness is harmless bacteria establishing in the tank. It should clear on its own in two to four weeks. During this time, do not perform water changes unless necessary, and do not overfeed.
4. Add Fish
A. In general, allow 1 gallon of water per inch of mature fish 1 gallon per inch of fish). (schooling fish require less, goldfish require more than
B. Check aquarium water temperature according to this chart:
| Fish Type | Water Temperature |
| Goldfish | Between 68˚F – 72˚F |
| Tropical Fish | Between 74˚F – 82˚F |
C. Add Tetra ® SafeStart® Plus to reduce dangerous ammonia and nitrite.
D. Allow fish to float in their transport bag in the aquarium for 15 minutes. At five minute intervals, open the bag and add a small amount of aquarium water into the bag. When temperatures have equalized, gently net fish from the bag and place it into the aquarium. Dispose of the water from the transport bag (never add it to the aquarium).
E. Use TetraCare ® support: This product is eligible for TetraCare® advice, e-Minders and money-saving offers.
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5. Maintenance Guide
Daily (1-3 Times)
- Feed your fish in small amounts, only what they will eat in a few minutes NEVER overfeed.
Weekly (Once)
- Add Tetra® AquaSafe® Plus and water mixture to compensate for any evaporation loss
- Add Tetra® EasyBalance® Plus to keep the water chemistry stabilized.
This results in a healthier environment for your fish. - Use Tetra® EasyStripsTM 6-in-1 Aquarium Strips to test your water quality. The Tetra ® My Aquarium app (available on the Apple App Store, Google Play and Amazon) lets you enter your results and instantly provides a personal treatment plan.
- Check over all operations; filter, heater, lighting, etc.
Monthly (Or As Needed)
- Clean filter thoroughly. Reminder: NEVER use soap, detergents or cleaning agents.
- Use a gravel vacuum to remove 20% of the dirty water. Vacuum gravel to remove any uneaten food and waste buildup. Add clean tap water treated with Tetra AquaSafe Plus and Tetra SafeStart Plus.
- Replace the filter cartridge
How To
| Adjust the flow of the pump | 1A. The Whisper® Microfilter has a built-in Flow Control to adapt the filter flow rate to the size of the aquarium. 1B. The Flow Control can be left in the high position (see Fig. 1) for most aquariums. 1C. If a lower flow is desired (e.g. for Bettas), simply slide the Flow Control on the Motor to the right (Fig. 1). |
| Change your cartridge | The Filter Cartridge should be changed every four weeks, or sooner if water is actively flowing over the cartridge because it is clogged. 2A. Unplug the Whisper Microfilter. 2B. Lift the Filter Cartridge up to allow excess water to drain back into the Filter Housing. 2C. Dispose of the used Filter Cartridge. 2D. Insert the new Filter Cartridge rinsed in clean water into the slots in the Filter Housing and slide it all the way down. 2E. Plug the Whisper Microfilter back in. |
| Clean the Impeller | If the flow appears to be reduced, the Motor is making noise, or has stopped pumping water, or if you’re an engineer that must take this apart to see inside, do the following: 3A. Unplug the Whisper Microfilter. 3B. Remove it from the aquarium, and then remove the Motor from the Filter Housing (Fig. 3). 3C. Slide the Impeller cover off the Motor. 3D. Remove the Impeller and rinse it in cold water. (DO NOT use a cleaning agent of any kind.) 3E. Rinse out the Impeller Well with cold water and make sure there are no obstructions (gravel, plant leaves, carbon, etc.). Replace the Impeller, the Impeller Housing and then place the Motor back on the filter housing. 3F. Place the Whisper Microfilter back into the aquarium and plug back in. |
| Perform a water change | 4. Once a month (or more depending on the bio-load), remove 20% to 30% of the water using a gravel cleaner. It’s usually easiest to remove décor before you begin. Add clean, room temperature water treated with Tetra® AquaSafe® Plus to remove chlorine. |
Troubleshooting Guidelines
| If the canopy doesn’t fit. . . | • The canopy is designed to fit the tank when filled with water. Before filling, you may notice the canopy seems loose. Adding water should fix this issue. |
| If the water flow is too strong. . . | • Adjust the flow of water using the Flow Control by sliding the control to the right. See the diagram and instructions in the “How To” section for guidance. |
| If the water flow is too weak… | • Ensure the Flow Control knob is positioned all the way to the left. • Look at the “How To” section to learn how to clean the Impeller. |
| If your filter fails to pump water or flow has slowed. . . | • Lift the Cartridge out of the Filter Housing to see if water flow is restored. If so, your Cartridge is clogged and must be replaced. • Make certain the Power Cord is functioning properly. Unplug the electrical cord momentarily, then reconnect it to the power source to restart the Impeller. • Make sure the adjustable Flow Control is set to the desired flow. • Check the Impeller Assembly to ensure it is working properly. |
| If the LED Light seems dim. . . | • Wipe the cover of the LED Light with a clean, wet cloth, and make sure the light is fully plugged in. |
Limited 2 Year Warranty
Spectrum Brands, Inc., warrants this product against defects in material or workmanship for two years from the date of original purchase, subject to the conditions and exceptions stated below. Your sales receipt is your Proof-of-Date-of-Purchase. If the product exhibits such a defect, Spectrum Brands, Inc. will repair or replace it, at Spectrum Brands, Inc.’s option, without cost for parts or labor. The product must be shipped postage paid to Spectrum Brands, Inc. Proof-of-Date-of-Purchase is required. You are responsible for proper shipping. Call Customer Service at 1-800-526-0650 for return authorization and shipping address. This warranty does not cover damage caused by accident, misuse, abuse or failure to follow the instructions accompanying this product. All implied warranties, including any implied warranty of merchantability or fitness for any purpose are limited to 2 years. Personal injury, property loss or damage (direct, incidental, or consequential) resulting from the use of this product are not covered by this warranty. Because some states/provinces do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, or allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts, the above limitations or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights. You may also have other rights which vary from state/province to state/province.
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