Dubai 120 Beech - Aquarium Ferplast - Free user manual and instructions

Product type	Aquarium with integrated lighting and filtration
Brand	Ferplast
Model	Dubai 120 Beech
Dimensions (L x W x H)	120 x 40 x 50 cm
Gross capacity	Approximately 240 liters
Power supply	230 V, 50 Hz
Main functions	Programmable lighting, mechanical/biological/adsorbent filtration, adjustable integrated heater, circulation pump
Maintenance and cleaning	Clean sponges every 2-3 weeks; replace mechanical and adsorbent sponges every 6 months; replace lamps every year; clean the pump every 6 months
Safety	30 mA residual current device recommended; do not immerse the light fixture; keep water level between MIN and MAX; do not use detergents on the glass
Spare parts and repairability	Replacement sponges, lamps, pump (rotor), heater; repair by qualified technician
General information	Glass aquarium, cabinet not included, adjustable feet, water-resistant base

Frequently Asked Questions - Dubai 120 Beech Ferplast

How to install the Dubai 120 Beech aquarium?

Place the aquarium on a flat, solid and level surface. Attach the hooks to the Bluwave filter, position the filter in the tank, install the light fixture and tighten the lamp rings. Fill with water and plug in after setting the timer.

How to adjust the heater temperature?

Use the indicator on the BLUCLIMA heater head to set the desired temperature, for example 25-26°C for a tropical freshwater aquarium.

How to use the lighting timer?

Turn the knob to align the arrow with the current time. Position the indicator tabs outward to set the on times. Set the switch to T for timer control, ON for always on, OFF for off.

How often to clean the filter?

Rinse the mechanical sponges every 2-3 weeks. Replace the mechanical and adsorbent sponges every 6 months. Clean the pump every 6 months.

How to replace a lamp?

Move the hatches, slide the light fixture, unplug, unscrew the end caps, turn the lamp 1/4 turn to remove it. Insert the new one by turning 1/4 turn until it clicks, then tighten the end caps.

How much water to change and how often?

Replace 5 to 10% of the water with demineralized water at least once a month. Compensate for evaporation with demineralized water.

When to introduce the first fish?

Wait 10-12 days after adding BLUSTART for filter maturation. Check water parameters with the MULTISTICK TESTER.

What to do in case of algae overgrowth?

Reduce the lighting duration to 7 hours per day. If plants grow poorly, increase to 9-10 hours.

How to clean the pump?

Unplug, remove the filter cover, take out the pump-adsorbent sponge-delivery tube assembly, detach the pump, remove the water outlet and the rotor, clean with a soft brush without detergent, then reassemble.

What are the important safety instructions?

Use a 30 mA residual current device. Never immerse the light fixture. Do not use detergents or solvents on the glass. Unplug before any maintenance. Keep the water level between MIN and MAX.

USER MANUAL Dubai 120 Beech Ferplast

IT EN FR D NL ES SK

ferplast

DUBAI AQUARIUMS

Manualed'uso

User's manual

L = 81 cm L = 101 cm
W=36 cm W=41 cm
H = 51 cm H = 53 cm
≈125 L ≈190 L
L = 101 cm
W=41cm
H = 53 cm
≈190 L
8 mm

L = 121 cm
W = 41 cm
H = 56 cm
≈ 240 L
8 mm

L = 66 cm
W = 93 cm
H = 57 cm
≈ 180 L
8 mm

Top-down view of a blue plastic enclosure containing two white cylindrical components with no visible text or symbols.

24W 39W
T5 T5
(x 2) (x 2)

39W
T5
(x 2)

24W
T5
(x 2)

BLUWAVE

05 05 07

05

Filtering materials BLUMEC, BLUCLEAR, BLUBALLS, BLURINGS

Heater BLUCLIMA 200

200 W

Pump BLUPOWER 900

900 l/h max

Filtering materials BLUMEC, BLUCLEAR, BLUBALLS, BLURINGS

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white plastic mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal keyhole on a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing and a flanged housing (no text or symbols)

STAND

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Check that all parts are undamaged (lights, heater, glass and plastic parts, etc.). Ferplast uses strong, secure packaging and checks each aquarium individually, but we recommend you also check that no accidental damage has occurred during transport, storage or sale which could affect its watertight seal and safe use.

DUBAI: discovering its great qualities

1 Lamps

2 Timer

Timer for setting the lights to switch on and off:

a set the arrow to the right time by turning the timer wheel;
b Set the time for the lights to come on by moving the pins towards the outside;
c Set the timer switch onto one of the positions:

T = lights controlled by timer.

OFF = lights always off.

ON = lights controlled by timer.

N.B. Remember that the timer must always be reset whenever the electric power supply is switched off.

3 Key

Allow the overtak lamp to be fixed to the frame.

4 Hatches

Opening and fully removable robust hatches.

5 Snap-off plugs

6 Internal filter system BLUWAVE, equipped with:

A- Double water intake;

B- BLUCLIMA heater

(to adjust it, just re-set the selector on the top of the heater to the required temperature);

F- BLUPOWER pump;

G- Adjustable circulation jet.

The BLUWAVE filter ensures 3 filtration stages:

• Mechanical filtration (C)
• Biological filtration (D)
• Adsorbent filtration (E).

5

These can be easily removed to fit the intake and return pipes of an external pump (BLUEXTREME optional).

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal door with a metallic key inserted (no text or symbols visible)

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

Preliminary warnings

• Ensure that the voltage shown on the all electrical components corresponds to that of your home electrical power supply.
  • The aquarium is intended only for indoor use.
• Before switching on make sure your home is protected by an automatic safety breaker switch (or individual breaker plug) with an operating current of no more than 30 mA.
• Do not connect the aquarium to the power supply before correctly completing all the installation procedures, including filling with water.
  • Always disconnect all appliances from the electric power supply before carrying out any maintenance.
• Remember that the protection of the lights from water and dust is guaranteed only when the fluorescent tubes are correctly inserted and the ring nuts perfectly tightened.
• The tubes and the overtank lamp must never be submerged.
• The power cable has Y-type wiring, so if damaged it must be replaced by a qualified electrician.
• All special maintenance work must be carried out by a qualified electrician.
  'Special maintenance' means any kind of work not included in the paragraph 'Maintaining the DUBAI aquarium' and 'Maintaining the BLUWAVE filter'. 'Qualified electrician' means any qualified member of the register of installer.
• Never remove the heater (if present) from the water when it is connected to the electric power supply. Before removing the heater, disconnect it and leave it to cool inside its housing for at least 5 minutes.
• Check that the Bluwave filter intake grilles are not blocked.
• Always ensure that the water level stays above the minimum level and below the maximum; both are marked on the front of the BLUWAVE filter. Remember that the water level should always be between the MIN and MAX levels, both shown on the front of the BLUWAVE filter and always at 1.5 cm distance from the lamp.

IMPORTANT

• THE OVERTANK LAMP MUST NEVER BE SUBMERGED;
- do not pour liquid onto the overtank lamp because it contains electrical parts:
- do not damage the silicone cord with scissors, pliers, brushes or scrapers;
- do not use detergents, solvents or chemical products (descaler, ammonium-based products, etc.) to clean the glass, as they could damage the silicone, causing it to become detached (possibly some time later);
- do not use adhesives or adhesive tape near the silicone when applying backgrounds.

Moreover, you should always use a spirit level to make sure that the aquarium is placed on a perfectly flat surface in both directions (length and depth), so as not to break the glass or damage the silicone.

Positioning the DUBAI aquarium

• The aquarium should be placed on a solid flat base with a smooth even surface.
• Position the aquarium in a protected area not exposed to direct sunlight (which could cause overheating and a proliferation of algae), away from sources of heat (e.g. heating radiators), cold air and drafts.
• Position the aquarium away from electrical equipment that could be wet by splashes of water.
• Connect the plugs to your electric power supply leaving a loop in the cable below the electrical socket to prevent drops of water running down the cable and into the power supply (7).

Setting up the DUBAI aquarium

1 Fix the supplied hooks to the BLUWAVE filter (8).
2 Position the internal BLUWAVE filter inside the tank in the preferred position (sideways or backwards) sliding it along the special guides on the frame (9).
3 place the overtank lamp on the tank and fix it by using the special key or a screwdriver (10).
4 Ensure that the ring nuts on the lights are tightened.

7

8 CLICK! CLICK!

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with no visible text or symbols

5 Furnish the aquarium according to your taste (your local aquarium shop will be able to help and advise you).

6 Set the required heater temperature (where fitted) according to the type of fish and plants used (e.g. for freshwater tropical fish the average temperature is about 25-26oC).

7 Put the BLUSTART (bacterial activator) in the first BLUWAVE filter compartment: 1 capsule for BLUWAVE 5 (DUBAI 80-100-30 CORNER) and 2 capsules for BLUWAVE 07 (DUBAI 120).

8 Set the required lighting period with the timer and only now should you connect the plug to the electric power supply and check all the equipment is working correctly. In case of problems, contact your retailer.

9 We recommend lighting the aquarium for about 8 hours a day: If there are signs of excessive algae development, reduce the lighting to 7 hours; if the plants have difficulty growing, increase to 9-10 hours.

10 If live plants are being used, we recommend laying about 1 cm of fertilized gravel on the bottom of the tank and 2 cm of gravel. Fill the aquarium by pouring water onto a flat dish placed on the bottom to prevent the material used to create the base from being moved about. In general, it is advisable to mix tap water with about 50% demineralised water for aquariums; however, this percentage may vary according to the chemical contents of your tap water.

11 To care for and protect your fish, it is strongly advised to wait until the filter has matured: the first fish should only be introduced 10-12 days after the addition of BLUSTART filter activator capsules. Before doing so, it is in any case advisable to check the readings and chemical levels of the water using the special MULTISTICK TESTER by Ferplast. Your local retailer will be able to advise you on the ideal water temperature, hardness etc., according to the type of fish and plants you have decided to keep in your DUBAI aquarium. It is advisable to repeat these tests regularly.

12 During the filter maturing period, add a small quantity of dry food each day: this will help the formation of bacterial flora.

13 When adding the fish, insert the remaining BLUSTART filter activator capsules in the first filter compartment.

14 We recommend not putting too many fish into the aquarium all at once, but building up to the maximum population gradually.

15 Your retailer will be able to advise you on the choice of fish to keep in your DUBAI aquarium, the quantity and type of food to use and the feeding frequency.

10

11 a b 45° c

DUBAI aquarium maintenance

The main maintenance procedures we recommend, in addition to the daily provision of food and regular checking of the temperature and chemical levels, are:

A Siphoning the bottom when required using the special aquarium gravel cleaner BLU 9025/9027 on sale at your local retailer.

B Adding demineralised water to replace that which is lost by evaporation. Remember that the internal filter m submerged.

C Replacing 5-10% of the water with demineralised water at least monthly.

D Replacing the fluorescent tube at least every year to retain an optimum light spectrum.

To replace a tube (11):

• remove the hatches and slide the overtank lamp until you can access to the tubes;
• remove the plug from the electric power socket;
• unscrew the two watertight ring nuts on the light fitting (11 a/b);

- remove the tube by rotating it a quarter turn until the pins are both lined up with the slit in the lamp holder (11 c);

- insert the new tube in the same way, rotating it a quarter turn (you'll hear a small click);

• carefully tighten the ring nuts.

E Cleaning the inside of the aquarium using floating magnetic brushes BLU 9031/9036/9038/9039 designed by Ferplast.

DUBAI aquariums

BLUWAVE filter maintenance

The main maintenance procedures we recommend are:

A Rinsing all the mechanical filtration sponges at least every 2-3 weeks (12); you can easily access to the sponges by sliding the overtank lamp.
B Replacing the mechanical filtration sponges at least every 6 months.
C The effect of the adsorbent sponge ceases in about 2-3 weeks; we therefore advise, if necessary, replacing it with a Ferplast replacement sponge available from leading retailers or leaving it in the filter to perform a mechanical function. In any case, it should be changed at least every 6 months (13).
D During periods when the fish are being treated with a solution added to the water for illness or disease, the adsorbent sponge should be removed from the filter (so this does not reduce the beneficial effects of the treatment). When the treatment is over, we recommend putting in a new sponge.
E Always keeping the filter intake grilles clean.
F Checking the pump at least every 6 months and cleaning it when necessary in the following way:
- remove the hatches and slide the overtank lamp to access the pump compartment:
- unscrew the filter top;
- remove the pump unit, adsorbent sponge and return pipe from the filter, pulling it upwards (13);
- remove the pump from the return pipe, remove the front section and remove the rotor (14);
- remove any lime scale or impurities with the soft brush BLU 9037 (never use detergents or chemical substances);
- re-assemble the unit following these instructions in reverse.

IMPORTANT. The biological materials should not be washed. Therefore, we suggest never removing them from the filter so they retain their active bacterial properties.

STAND

Water resistant top

We recommend using a Ferplast Stand, especially designed to support a DUBAI aquarium, ensuring a solid, smooth even surface.

Adjustable feet

Warranty

Ferplast guarantees the DUBAI aquarium and its accessories within the limits of the present clause and of the current legal regulation. The guarantee is valid only against manufacturing faults and it includes free product repair or replacement. The guarantee is not valid for damage and/or faults caused by negligence, wear, improper use, accidents, tempering, incorrect repairs, purchase not confirmed by receipt. The fluorescent tubes, starter, sponges and filtering materials are not covered by guarantee. Installing non-Ferplast parts nullifies the guarantee.

IMPORTANT

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Within the European Union the barred rubbish container symbol indicates that the product, at the end of its lifecycle, needs to be sent to separate collection point for electrical and electronic waste and cannot be disposed of together with domestic solid waste.

To ensure correct product disposal, please dispose of this product in compliance with the law provisions of the country where the product is found.

A- Double aspiration.

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue 3D model of a transparent container or tank with a label '4' in the top-left corner (no other text or symbols)

6

graph TD
    A["Bluwave 05"] --> B["A"]
    B --> C["C"]
    C --> D["D"]
    D --> E["E"]
    E --> F["F"]
    F --> G["G"]
    G --> H["B"]
    H --> I["C"]
    I --> J["D"]
    J --> K["E"]
    K --> L["F"]
    L --> M["B"]
    M --> N["C"]
    N --> O["D"]
    O --> P["E"]
    P --> Q["G"]
    Q --> R["B"]
    R --> S["C"]
    S --> T["D"]
    T --> U["E"]
    U --> V["F"]
    V --> W["B"]
    W --> X["A"]

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with no visible text or symbols

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing and flange (no text or symbols)

STAND

Blue cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical port and lever (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

Circular diagram with concentric rings and a vertical scale, no text or symbols present

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a slot, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

Warnhinweise

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing and a flanged housing (no text or symbols)

STAND

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing, flange, and a small cylindrical component (no text or symbols)

STAND

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

Circular diagram with concentric rings and a vertical scale bar, no text or symbols present

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a hand inserting a plug into a container with an upward arrow indicating force (no text or symbols present)

a b a/b

ba b a

Diagram illustrating a water pump system with labeled components and directional arrows indicating flow or movement.

Diagram illustrating a water level measurement setup with a submerged object and hand pouring water from a container.

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing and a flanged housing (no text or symbols)

STAND

Blue metal cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

Symbol of a trash bin crossed with no visible text or labels

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a metallic cylindrical pin (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a small key inserted into a blue metal panel (no text or symbols visible)

Blue plastic container with transparent frame and lid, no visible text or symbols

6 G E A A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

Úvodné upozornenia

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with no visible text or symbols

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white plastic mechanical component with no visible text or symbols

Circular diagram with concentric rings and a vertical scale bar, no text or symbols present

Close-up of a blue metal door with a metallic key inserted (no text or symbols visible)

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave OS A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

3D architectural cutaway diagram of a building facade with an arrow indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Blue cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

nastavitelný

Záruka

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

graph TD
    A["A"] --> B["B"]
    B --> C["C"]
    C --> D["D"]
    D --> E["E"]
    E --> F["F"]
    F --> G["G"]
    G --> H["Bluwave 05"]
    style A fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style B fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style C fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style D fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style E fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style F fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff
    style G fill:#333,stroke:#fff,color:#fff

DUBAI aquariums

ALLÍTHATÓ KERINGÉSI SZÍVÓCSŐ

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent laboratory container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

graph TD
    A["A"] --> B["B"]
    B --> C["C"]
    C --> D["D"]
    D --> E["E"]
    E --> F["F"]
    F --> G["G"]
    G --> H["Bluwave 05"]
    style A fill:#4CAF50,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    subgraph "Bluwave 05"
        direction LR
        A --> G
        B --> D
        C --> B
        D --> F
        E --> F
        F --> G
    end

DUBAI aquariums

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Blue metal cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

Circular diagram with concentric rings and a vertical bar, accompanied by icons for light, star, and sun (no text or labels)

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

Advarsler

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with arrows indicating direction (no text or symbols)

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines and a blue rectangular base (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical port and flange (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal key inserted into a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue plastic container with transparent lids, no visible text or symbols

6

graph TD
    A["A"] --> B["B"]
    B --> C["C"]
    C --> D["D"]
    D --> E["E"]
    E --> F["F"]
    F --> G["G"]
    G --> H["Blue Box"]
    style A fill:#4CAF50,stroke:#333
    style B fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style C fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style D fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style E fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style F fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    style G fill:#2196F3,stroke:#333
    subgraph "bluwave 05"
        direction TB
        G -->|dashed| G
        E -->|dashed| E
        F -->|dashed| F
        D -->|dashed| D
        C -->|dashed| C
        B -->|dashed| B
        A -->|dashed| A

DUBAI aquariums

3D mechanical component diagram showing internal structure with no visible text or symbols

Diagram of a hand pressing down on a cylindrical object with an upward arrow, no text or symbols present

a b a/b

ba b a

13

Illustration of a hand holding a container with an upward arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram illustrating a water tap and its water level with labeled components and directional arrows

14

Technical line drawing of mechanical components including a cylindrical housing, a flanged housing, and a pin (no text or symbols)

STAND

Blue cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

perулируемый

Для установки

аквариума мы

рекомендуем

использовать

тумбы компании

Simple line drawing of a trash bin with crossed lines indicating no waste or discharge (no text or symbols)

Close-up of a blue mechanical component with a cylindrical pin inserted (no visible text or symbols)

Close-up of a white mechanical component with a blue background (no visible text or symbols)

2

Close-up of a blue metal keyhole on a dark surface, no text or symbols visible

Blue transparent container with a lid, no visible text or symbols

6

bluwave 05 A G E A F D D C B

DUBAI aquariums

ZASADY BEZPIECZEŃSTWA

3D architectural cutaway view of a building facade with structural elements and a directional arrow (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a hand inserting a plug into a container with an upward arrow indicating force (no text or symbols present)

a b a/b

ba b a

Illustration of a hand holding a container with an upward arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram illustrating a water pump system with labeled components and water flow direction

Technical line drawing of mechanical components (no text or symbols)

STOLIK

Wodoodporny blat

Blue metal cabinet with two doors, no visible text or symbols

Underwater scene with a dense coral reef and fish swimming in the water (no text or symbols visible)