VivalineLED - Aquarium EHEIM - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL VivalineLED EHEIM

1. General user instructions

Information on using the operating manual ▶ Before using the appliance for the 󰘰rst time, the operating manual must be read fully and understood. ▶ Consider the operating manual as part of the product and keep in a safe and accessible location. ▶ Enclose this operating manual if passing the appliance on to a third party. Symbol explanation The following symbols are used on the appliance. The symbol indicates that the distance from the underside of the light to the highest water mark must be a minimum of 15 mm. Danger of eye injuries. The symbol indicates that you should not look directly into the light source for a prolonged period; this may result in eye damage. The symbol indicates that the appliance is protected against strong jets of water and temporary immersion. The appliance is certi󰘰ed according to the relevant national regulations and directives, and conforms to EU standards The following symbols and signal words are used in this operating manual. DANGER! The symbol indicates imminent danger from electric shock that can result in death or serious injury. DANGER! The symbol indicates imminent danger that can result in death or serious injury. WARNING! The symbol indicates imminent danger that can result in moderate to minor injury or a health risk. CAUTION! The symbol indicates the danger of material damage. Note with useful information and tips. min. 15 mm IP6713 English Typographical conventions Reference to a 󰘰gure; in this case, reference to 󰘰gure A You are prompted for an action.

The appliance and all parts included in the scope of delivery are intended for private use and must only be used: ‧ for aquarium-related purposes ‧ with fresh water ‧ indoors ‧ with attachment parts that are recommended by the manufacturer ‧ in compliance with the technical data The following limitations apply to the appliance: ‧ Do not use for commercial or industrial purposes ‧ Not suitable for salt water

3. Safety instructions

Risks for persons and property can arise from this appliance if the appliance is improperly used or not used as intended or if the safety instructions are not heeded. For your safety ‧ Do not let the appliance packaging get into the hands of children as hazards can arise (danger of su󰘯ocation!). ‧ This appliance can be used by children from the age of 8 and by per

sons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and/or knowledge if they are supervised and have been instructed in the safe use of the appliance and have understood the resulting dangers. Children must not play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are supervised. ‧ Before use, carry out a visual inspection to ensure that the appliance, especially the mains cable and plug, are undamaged. ‧ Do not look directly into the light source for a prolonged period; this may result in eye damage. ‧ Repairs must only be carried out by an EHEIM service centre. ⌦A14 English ‧ Only carry out the work described in these instructions. ‧ Only use original spare parts and accessories for the appliance. ‧ The appliance must be protected by a residual current protection device with a maximum rated residual current of 30 mA. Please contact an electrician if there are any questions or problems. ‧ In the event of leakage or when the residual current protection device is triggered, immediately disconnect all devices in the aquarium from the power supply. ‧ If they are not being used, always disconnect all devices in the aquar- ium from the power supply before you install/remove any parts and before all cleaning and maintenance work. ‧ Heed the operating manuals for the aquarium 󰘰lter and aquarium heat

er supplied, especially the chapters on safety, commissioning, opera- tion and maintenance. ‧ Protect the mains socket and mains plug against moisture. It is recom- mended to form a drip loop with the mains cable to prevent any water running along the cable to the mains socket. ‧ The electrical data of the LED light must match the data of the power mains. This data is found on the type plate, the packaging and in these instructions. ‧ The distance from the underside of the light to the highest water mark must be a minimum of 15 mm.

Unpacking ‧ Carefully remove all components from the packaging and make sure that nothing is missing or damaged. CAUTION! Danger of damage to the aquarium. The aquarium must not be held by the cover frame

▶ Hold the aquarium by the underside.15 English

Location ‧ Avoid direct sunlight, and not too much daylight! ‧ Keep the aquarium away from heat sources. ‧ Keep the aquarium away from electrical equipment. ‧ Be aware of any nearby mains connections. CAUTION! Material damage. ▶ Ensure that the surface is level and stable. ▶ Be mindful of the 󰘱oor load provided by the entire weight. Setting up and aligning the base cabinet (⌦A)

1. Place the base cabinet in the desired position.

2. Align the base cabinet horizontally using a spirit level.

A stand can be used for horizontal alignment. Ensure that the stand rests fully on the surface. Setting up the aquarium (⌦B) WARNING! Personal injury or material damage. The aquarium must not be transported or carried when in its 󰘰lled state. CAUTION! Material damage. No foreign bodies, mats or bases must be placed between the aquarium and base cabinet. ▶ Thoroughly clean the top side of the base cabinet and the lower side of the aquarium base. ▶ Remove any foreign bodies, mats or bases.

on the base cabinet.

Installing the LED light

along under the LED light

approx. 2 – 3 cm over the LED light.

3. Turn the LED holder by 90° in a clockwise direction (⌦D).

4. Press the LED holder downwards until the LED light engages (⌦E).

5. Adapt the length of the LED light to your cover frame by moving the LED holder accordingly (⌦F).

6. Fasten the cable in the LED holder with the snap 󰘰ttings (⌦G).

7. Set the LED light in the cover frame

. Ensure that the LED light is 󰘰rmly seated (⌦H).

8. Feed the cable into the cover frame and through the rear opening to the outside.

For maintenance work, the LED light can be pushed into the cover frame (⌦H).16 English Installing the aquarium 󰄈lter and aquarium heater DANGER! Personal injury or material damage. ▶ Heed the operating manual for the aquarium 󰘰lter and the aquarium heater, especially the chapters on safety, commissioning and operation.

Filling the aquarium CAUTION! Material damage. ▶ Do not use hard objects or cleaning agents for cleaning.

1. Before 󰘰lling, thoroughly clean the aquarium with warm water and a soft, clean sponge.

2. Decorate the aquarium with gravel, stones, plants, etc.

DANGER! Electrocution due to penetrating water! The LED light is only protected against penetrating water if immersed temporarily. ▶ The distance from the underside of the light

to the highest water mark must be a minimum of 15 mm (⌦I).

3. Fill the aquarium with water to a maximum of 10 mm above the lower edge of the cover frame

2. Switch the LED light on or o󰘯 on the on/o󰘯 switch.

Laying on the cover (⌦J/K) The cover

is narrower in width than the cover

in the lower sliding surface of the cover frame.

in the upper sliding surface of the cover frame. Opening/closing the cover CAUTION! Material damage. Condensation can form on the underside of the covers. When the cover is folded back, condensation can collect in the cover frame and 󰘱ow out through the rear openings. ▶ Only the covers by pushing them sideways or folding them back to the side.

DANGER! Electrocution! ▶ All devices must be disconnected from the power supply before any maintenance work is carried out.17 English CAUTION! Material damage. ▶ Do not use hard objects or aggressive cleaning agents for cleaning. ▶ The appliance components are not dishwasher-proof. Do not clean the appliance or appliance parts in the dishwasher. The following sections describe maintenance work necessary for optimum and fault-free operation. Regular maintenance prolongs the service life and assures functionality of the appliance over a long period.

1. Regularly remove lime scale deposits from the furniture, the glass and the LED light with a soft,

2. Regularly clean the sliding surfaces of the covers

DANGER! Electrocution! ▶ All devices must be disconnected from the power supply before clearing faults. The LED light cannot be repaired. A defective appliance must be completely replaced. Faults Possible cause Remedy LED light does not illuminate Mains plug of mains socket not connected ▶ Insert the mains plug in the mains socket LED light defective ▶ Replace the LED light For other faults, please contact EHEIM Service.

10. Decommissioning and disposal

Storage CAUTION! Material damage. ▶ Do not subject the appliance to adverse weather conditions or temperatures below freezing.

1. Clean the appliance

2. Store the appliance in a dry, frost-proof place.

Disposal An appliance that can no longer be used should not be disposed of as a unit, but rather disassembled into individual parts according to the type of material and then recycled. WARNING! Danger of cutting injuries. Eye injuries due to splinters of 󰄉ying glass Shattering the glass panes of the aquarium and 󰘰lter basin can lead to eye injuries caused by splinters of 󰘱ying glass, as well as cutting injuries. ▶ To dispose of the glass planes with the household waste, do not shatter them.18 English When disposing of the appliance, heed the respective statutory regulations. The appliance may no longer be disposed of with the municipal or household waste. The appliance will be accepted free of charge at municipal collection points or recycling centres. The product packaging is made up of recyclable materials. Dispose of them in an environmentally responsible manner and take them for recycling.

Starting from the date of purchase, we will assume a guarantee period of 24 months for your aquarium light. This covers all defects on any installed electrical parts. This shall not include damage due to interventions by the purchaser himself. The aquarium furniture has a guarantee period of 24 months for factory defects. Starting from the date of purchase, we will assume a guarantee period of 36 months for the bonding and pro- cessing of your aquarium. However, this shall not include glass damage. As a prerequisite for this, the speci- 󰘰ed installation instructions must be observed. Even during the guarantee period, no liability will be assumed for 󰘰sh, plants and accessories; this also applies to damage and consequential damage in the home. Please do not remove the labelling under the glass base, otherwise the guarantee will be declared void. Throughout the guarantee period, we will carry out repairs free of charge. For the guarantee to be acknowl- edged, this certi󰘰cate must be presented to your specialist dealer together with the dated purchase receipt19 Français Traduction du mode d’emploi d’origine Combinaison d’aquariums vivaline LED

circa 2 – 3 cm over LED-lampen.