Explora 50 - Terrarium Ferplast - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Terrarium for reptiles, amphibians and insects
Brand	Ferplast
Model	Explora 50
Dimensions (L x l x H)	52 x 27 x 41 cm
Volume	Approximately 60 liters
Structure material	Plastic (models 40-50-60)
Glass type	Float glass
Glass thickness	4 mm
Opening system	Sliding doors with plastic safety lock
Handles	Adhesive handles provided for easy opening
Ventilation	Removable top grills and front grills for air circulation
Included accessories	2 adhesive handles, 2 plastic keys
Recommended optional accessories	EXPLORALIGHT 15W T8 ceiling lamp, SPOT COVER (up to 150W)
Compatible cabinet	Ferplast STAND CAYMAN 50
Possible lighting types	Fluorescent lamps (T8 tubes), incandescent or infrared spotlights
Safety	Metal grills preventing direct contact with heat sources, lock on doors, protected cable passages
Interior setup	Possibility to place a heating mat under the base (thanks to the feet), addition of rocks, branches, substrates
Watertight basin	Front glass edge to retain water and substrates
Maintenance	Clean with a soft cloth and non-abrasive products
Warranty	Manufacturer warranty against manufacturing defects (see manual)

Frequently Asked Questions - Explora 50 Ferplast

Which animals can be housed in the Ferplast Explora 50 terrarium?

The Explora 50 terrarium is suitable for insects, small snakes (such as Lampropeltis or Elaphe), amphibians (Dendrobates, Mantella) and small to medium-sized lizards (Tiliqua, Pogona, Uromastyx). See the comparison table on page 5 of the manual for recommended species.

How to install the adhesive handles on the sliding doors?

The adhesive handles are attached directly to the glass doors. First clean the surface, then remove the protective film and apply the handle by pressing firmly. They facilitate opening the doors. Do not remove them for safety reasons.

What lighting is recommended for the Explora 50 terrarium?

Ferplast recommends the EXPLORALIGHT 15W T8 ceiling lamp for fluorescent lighting, and the SPOT COVER for heating spots up to 150W. These accessories are sold separately and ensure safe installation. The position of the openings allows installation of UVB tubes in the rear compartment without a glass filter.

Can a heating mat be used under the terrarium?

Yes, the Explora 50 terrarium is equipped with feet that elevate the base, allowing a heating mat to be placed under the glass bottom. Never place the mat inside the enclosure to ensure the animal's safety.

How to clean the terrarium?

Use a soft cloth and non-abrasive products. Avoid harsh chemicals. The glass panels can be cleaned with a suitable glass cleaner. The ventilation grills can be removed for easier cleaning.

Is the terrarium suitable for very small animals?

No, the terrarium is not suitable for animals that can escape through gaps smaller than 3 mm. For very small animals (babies), use a plastic enclosure like the Ferplast GEO range until they grow.

How does the ventilation system work?

The ventilation system relies on the principle that hot air rises. The removable top grills evacuate hot air, while the front grills and the space under the base (thanks to the feet) allow fresh air to enter. This ensures uniform air distribution and avoids stagnant zones.

What lock is used on the Explora 50 model?

The Explora 50 model is equipped with a plastic lock with two keys (included). For models 80-110, the lock is metal. The lock is integrated into the lower rail of the sliding doors for optimal security.

Can additional electrical accessories be installed?

Yes, the terrarium has cable passages blocked by plastic plugs that must be removed when inserting. You can run cables for lamps, heaters or misting systems. Accessories must comply with safety standards and, for wiring, call a professional if necessary.

Where to find spare parts or accessories?

Accessories such as the SPOT COVER, the EXPLORALIGHT ceiling lamp and the STAND CAYMAN 50 cabinet are available from Ferplast retailers. For spare parts (handles, keys, etc.), contact Ferplast customer service. The warranty covers manufacturing defects, but not normal wear.

USER MANUAL Explora 50 Ferplast

Preliminary warnings 9

Opening the package 9

Installation 9

Setting up 9

Safety and accessories 10

Suggested accessories (not included)

• EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamps 12

-SPOT COVER 12

-Display cabinets 12

Guarantee 29

Francais 13

EXPLORA

General design of the EXPLORA terrarium

1 Upper removable ventilation grills
2 Removable upper glass panel
3 Removable hatch (SPOT COVER)
4 Glass edge for containing
water and substrates
5 Feet
6 Locking system (plastic or metal)
7 Front ventilation grills
8 Glass sliding doors
9 Adhesive knobs

Scheme general du terrarium EXPLORA

Thank you for choosing the EXPLORA terrarium, designed to give you great enjoyment and ensure absolute respect for the life and health of the animals and plants. Installing and running it will be simple and fun.

Preliminary warnings Opening the package

Make sure that all the components are intact. Although Ferplast uses safe packaging and individually inspects each product, we recommend checking for accidental damage that can occur during shipping, storage or sale, which could compromise the product's durability and performance.

The package of an EXPLORA terrarium includes the following:

1 Ferplast terrarium
- 2 plastic keys for models 40-50-60 or 1 metallic lock (with two keys) for models 80-110
2 adhesive knobs for opening the doors

Installation: few rules, total safety

Before carrying out any operation, please read the information below carefully to protect your safety and to prevent damage to the terrarium.

PRELIMINARY WARNINGS:

• The EXPLORA terrarium is designed for indoor use.
  The ventilation openings must never be obstructed or positioned near objects that could prevent them functioning efficiently.
• The electrical accessories used must comply with the relevant international safety regulations.
• All electrical wiring of the accessories installed inside the terrarium must be carried out by qualified personnel.
• Position the terrarium on a solid flat support with a smooth and even surface. We recommend using Ferplast display cabinets, especially designed for the purpose.
• Special attention must be paid when closing the sliding doors using the special plastic or metal locks.

Setting up: wonderful results in just a few days

• Apply the adhesive knobs to the doors of the terrarium.
• You can set up your terrarium according to your tastes and the needs of the animals you wish to keep in it. Ask your shopkeeper for advice on the type of environmental conditions and accessories most suitable for your animals (in particular, temperature, humidity and lighting conditions).
• Ferplast's EXPLORA terrariums can be accessed with most types of product on the market, such as heating cables, nebulising systems, rocks, branches and substrates. Thanks to the special accessories EXPLORALight and SPOT COVER, it is also possible to affix: most common types of full spectrum fluorescent and/or UVB lamps, incandescent lamps and infrared or ceramic lamps. In order to manage your terrarium it is possible to install thermometers, thermostats, timers and other control systems.
• When using electrical accessories, only the specially provided cable slots in the upper section of the terrarium must be used to allow the cables to pass out of the tank.

Application of heating mats under the base:

• to ensure maximum safety for the animals, Ferplast recommends using heating mats only under the glass bottom and not inside the tank;

• for easy application, all Ferplast terrariums come with feet which lift the base of the terrarium up off the supporting surface;

Application of spot lamps:

• to affix spot lamps to the EXPLORA terrarium, we recommend using the SPOT COVER accessory (suitable for most spot lamps up to 150W and available as an accessory) which guarantees easy assembly and safety for users and animals;

Application of fluorescent lamps:

• to apply fluorescent lamps to your terrarium, Ferplast recommends using the EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamps (available as an accessory).

Safety and accessories

The EXPLORA range of terrariums was developed to ensure maximum safety both for the user and for the animals living inside. The presence of sliding doors with safety catches provides maximum flexibility of opening and closing and makes it easy to reach any part of the terrarium. EXPLORA terrariums are characterized by lamps separated by metallic grills from the area used by the animals. This prevents direct contact the animals and the heat source, which could be dangerous for them. All the openings in Ferplast terrariums are less than 3mm wide, guaranteeing the necessary air circulation while, at the same time, preventing the animals from escaping. EXPLORA terrariums are designed to be easy to accessorize with most types of products on the market. In they come with handy cable slots which permit the use of electrical accessories, special fittings for lamps (both fluorescent and spot) which make it possible to install ready wired equipment, and feet which raise the base up from the supporting surface allowing the application of heaters underneath the terrarium base. The terrarium is not suitable for pets which could get out through gaps smaller than 3mm . For these animals, until they grow, we recommend the use of special plastic tanks such as Ferplast's GEO line.

Ventilation

Making use of the fact that air, when warm, tends to rise, the EXPLORA terrarium's ventilation system ensures even distribution of the air flow within the terrarium, preventing the formation of areas of stagnant air which encourage the growth of fungi and bacteria. The sizing of the ventilation openings also ensures that the internal microclimate is maintained. In order to allow the necessary air to enter the terrarium, an innovative system has been designed which allows air to enter both through the grills at the front and from the base of the terrarium (Fig. 1). To allow the air to flow out, special openings have been created in the top (Fig. 2).

Doors

The sliding doors of the EXPLORA terrariums have an innovative safety catch hidden inside the lower runner, thanks to a special feature of the glass. The fastening system of models 80-110 has a professional lock with a metallic key (Fig. 3a) and a plastic lock for models 40-50-60 (Fig. 3b). For easy opening, the sliding doors have handy knobs (Fig. 4). For safety reasons, these cannot be removed.

Affixing overtank lamps

Ferplast's EXPLORALight overtank lamp (available as an accessory) can be affixed to the 50-60-80-110 EXPLORA terrariums. Between the overtank lamp and the terrarium there is a glass shield to prevent danger to the animals (Fig. 5).

Tank

The tank of the EXPLORA terrariums is made from special "float" glass. A very high performance silicon is used in assembly which ensures maximum stability of the product. The glass edge guarantees that the bottom of the tank is watertight in the case of use of water (Fig. 6).

Upper part

The upper part of EXPLORA terrariums is made up of three rear plate and glass top) which can be removed for setting up and/or extraordinary maintenance (Fig.7). The plates are made from steel treated with special non-toxic paints which are resistant to high temperatures and humidity, while the "float" glass ensures greater transparency and uniformity of thickness. Removing the three elements is easy: simply unscrew the screws that fix the plates to the frame of the tank. In the interest of safety, when animals are inside, all the screws that fix the upper plates must always be screwed in correctly.

Openings for installation of optional spot lamps

To facilitate installation of spot lamps inside the EXPLORA terrarium, the 60-80-110 models come with special openings in the plates, covered with practical metallic covers attached with screws (Fig. 8). For the safety of the animals inside the terrarium, especially where lamps which get hot are used, we recommend the use of SPOT COVERS (available as an accessory - see page 5) which can be inserted into the openings in order to prevent direct contact between the animals and the heat source. To affix the lamp holders for spot lamps (E27) we recommend that you use the special adjustable brackets, supplied with the spot shields. To allow the electrical cables of the lamps to pass out of the tank, a handy slot is provided in the metal cover, which can be opened and closed by sliding the metal cover itself (Fig. 9). The screws attaching the cover are protected inside by special plastic caps to ensure maximum safety for the animals. All the covers come with grills to allow the necessary circulation of air around the spot lamps. EXPLORA terrariums come with a little plate to support the application of clip-on light fittings (Fig. 10).

Fig. 2

Fig. 4

Feet

EXPLORA terrariums come with practical feet which, by lifting the base up from supporting surface, allow the necessary flow of air under the terrarium as well as sufficient insulationfromthesupportingsurface (Fig. 11). This also makes it possible to place most types of heating mat underneath the glass bottom.

Cable slots

All the EXPLORA models come with handy cable slots so you can install most types of electrical accessory inside safely and without the help of qualified personnel (the cable slots make it possible to affix ready wired accessories) (Fig. 12). To ensure maximum safety of the product, the cable slots are initially closed with plastic plugs which should only be removed when cables need to be inserted (Fig. 12a-b).

Fig. 7

Fig. 12 Fig. 12a Fig. 12b

EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamps

Ferplast's EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamp can be affixed to the EXPLORA 50, 60, 80 and 110 terrariums. This bi-lamp overtank lamp, available in three different lengths and powers (15W, 18W and 30W) holds T8 lamps. Ferplast terrariums are suitable for the EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamps, having support sections to which the special support bracket can be affixed. All the EXPLORALIGHT overtank lamps come complete with reflecting parabolas, waterproof light holders and a switch (fluorescent lamps not included). A special suction system guarantees maximum stability for the overtank lamp (Fig. 13). The position and geometry of the openings in the upper plate mean that UVB lamps can be affixed to the rear of the overtank lamps (Fig. 14), because the light filters through directly without being screened by glass or plastic. An antireflection screen should previously be affixed above the EXPLORA terrarium.

EXPLORA EXPLORALIGHT

EXPLORA 40	-
EXPLORA 50	EXPLORALIGHT 15 W / T8
EXPLORA 60
EXPLORA 80	EXPLORALIGHT 18 W / T8
EXPLORA 80 H
EXPLORA 110	EXPLORALIGHT 30 W / T8
EXPLORA 110 H

SPOT COVER

• Ferplast's SPOT COVER guarantees maximum safety for animals and users alike.
  The easy assembly and the possibility of applying most types of light fittings provide maximum flexibility when installing your terrarium
• The SPOT COVER should be inserted through the special opening in the upper plate of the terrarium (for sizes 60-80-110) after removal of the hatch
• In the interest of safety, when animals are inside, the hatch must be replaced and the screws must always be screwed in correctly (Fig. 15)
• The particular suitability of the light fitting bracket, matching the shape of the cable slots, makes it possible to affix ready wired accessories (lamp holder, cable and socket) without requiring any electrical wiring operation
• Application of the SPOT COVER permits easy maintenance and replacement of the spot lamps while ensuring the safety of the user and the animals alike
• The opening in the hatch in the cover encourages the necessary flow of air around the spot lights, preventing the lamps from overheating (Fig. 16)

DISPLAY CABINETS

Ideal for the requirements of the EXPLORA terrariums, Ferplast's display cabinets are made from high quality materials which make them extremely sturdy and able to support even the heaviest installations.

EXPLORA Display cabinet
EXPLORA 40	STAND CAYMAN 40
EXPLORA 50	STAND CAYMAN 50
EXPLORA 60	STAND CAYMAN 60
EXPLORA 80	STAND CAYMAN 80
EXPLORA 80 H	STAND CAYMAN 80 TRENDY
EXPLORA 110	STAND CAYMAN 110
EXPLORA 110 H	STAND CAYMAN 110 TRENDY

EXPLORA 110 H & CAYMAN 110 TRENDY

Terrarium EXPLORA

ACCESSIONS CONSEILLÉS (non inclus)

Plafonniers EXPLORALIGHT

WAARSCHUWINGEN VOORAF:

Ferplast guarantees the EXPLORA terrarium and all its parts and accessories within the limits foreseen by this clause and current law provisions. The guarantee only covers manufacturing defects and comprises free repair or replacement. The guarantee becomes null and void in the event of damage and/or defects caused by negligence, wear, failure to comply with the instructions and warnings contained in this booklet, accidents, tampering, improper use, poor repairs or failure to present proof of purchase.

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