BioMaster 350 - Water filter OASE - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL BioMaster 350 OASE

- EN - Translation of the original Operating Instructions WARNING

• This unit can be used by chil- dren aged 8  and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are super- vised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved.

• Do not allow children to play with the unit.

• Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user mainte- nance under supervision.

• Switch off all units in the aquarium or disconnect the power plugs of all units before reaching into the water.

• Do not use the unit if electrical cables or housings are dam- aged.

• Only connect the unit if the electrical data of the unit and the power supply correspond. The unit data is to be found on the unit type plate, on the packaging or in this manual.

• Disconnect the power plug be- fore carrying out any work on the unit.

• Never operate the unit if the housing is defective!

• Never operate the unit if any electrical cables are defective!

• Never carry or pull the unit by the electrical cable.

• Route cables such that they are protected from damage and do not present a tripping hazard.

• Only open the unit housing or its attendant compo- nents if this is explicitly specified in the operating in- structions.

• Only carry out work on the unit that is described in this manual. If problems cannot be overcome, please contact an authorised customer service point or, if in doubt, the manufacturer.

• Only use original spare parts and accessories for the unit.

• Never carry out technical changes to the unit.

• Protect the plug connection from moisture.

• Only connect the unit to a correctly fitted socket. Warnings used in these instructions The warning information is categorised by signal words, which indicate the extent of the hazard. W A R N I N G

• Indicates a possibly hazardous situation.

• Non-observance may lead to death or serious inju- ries. N O T E Information for the purpose of clarification or for pre- venting possible damage to assets or to the environ- ment. Cross-references used in these instructions A reference to a figure, e.g. figure A.

• Reference to another section.- EN -

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION Scope of delivery

Suction unit, flow-out unit Quantity

Hose adapter, adjustable

Adapter, suction pipe

Short hose section as connecting piece for flow-out pipes (3)

Intended use Only use the product described in this manual as fol- lows:

• BioMaster 250/350/600/850: Water filtering and recirculation.

• BioMaster Thermo 250/350/600/850: Water heat- ing, filtering and recirculation.

• For operation with freshwater or saltwater.

• Operate in accordance with instructions. (→ Technical data) The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Only use indoors and for aquaristic purposes in the home (not for commercial use).

• Only operate with water at a water temperature of +4 °C to +35 °C. Function description Drawn in by a pump in the unit head, the water first flows through the pre-filter then from the bottom to the top through the superimposed layers of filter me- dia. The water then flows back into the aquarium via the flow-out pipe or water distributor. Foam filters with different pore densities, and Hel-X bio-elements serve as filter media. In units with heater, the water is heated during its pas- sage through the filter system.

N O T E The following applies to all units with heater:

• Adhere to the rules for careful handling. (→ Careful handling of the heater) Careful handling of the heater C A U T I O N Hot surface! Risk of burns when touching the glass bulb.

• Switch off the heater and allow it to cool down be- fore removing it from the water. C A U T I O N Risk of breaking the glass! The glass bulb of the heater can break and cause cuts.

• Take care when handling the heater.

• Allow the heater to cool down first. Do not immerse it in cold water or pour cold water over it.

Operating instructions HeatUp 25/50/75/100/150/200/250/300/400

Handle, when the handle is hinged down there are two fasteners (10), locked

Pre-filter with suction button

Connection unit with hose connectors, outlet and inlet

Container, filled with filter media

Removing the heater The heater has to be removed for cleaning and mainte- nance, and for removing the unit head. How to proceed:

2. Unscrew the holding ring together with the heater

counter-clockwise. Fitting the heater How to proceed:

1. Screw the holding ring with heater clockwise into

the threaded hole. – To exchange the heater: Moisten the glass bulb with water and push the heater into the holding ring as far as it goes.

2. Place the power connection cable into the cable

3. Hinge the handle down.

Removing the connection unit The heater has to be removed for cleaning and mainte- nance, and for removing the unit head when hoses are connected. How to proceed:

1. Push the lever to the "UNLOCK" position.

– The lever can only be moved when the pre-filter is locked. – The inlet and outlet are closed.

2. Remove the connection unit.

Fitting the connection unit How to proceed:

1. Fit the connection unit and push it into the unit

head as far as it goes. – Ensure that the ridges on the connection unit are correctly aligned to the recesses on the unit head.

2. Push the lever in the direction "LOCK".

– The inlet and outlet are open. Removing the pre-filter It has to be removed for cleaning and maintenance and for removing the unit head. How to proceed:

1. Push the lever to the "UNLOCK" position.

– The inlet and outlet are closed automatically.

2. Pull out the pre-filter.

Fitting the pre-filter How to proceed:

1. Fit the pre-filter into the opening and firmly push it

into the unit head as far as it goes. – Ensure that the ridges on the pre-filter are cor- rectly aligned to the recesses on the unit head.

2. Push the lever to the "padlock closed" symbol.

– The pre-filter is locked. Dismantling the unit head It has to be removed for cleaning and maintenance and for changing the filter media. Prerequisite:

• The heater has been removed. (→ Removing the heater)

• The connection unit has been removed. (→ Removing the connection unit)

• The pre-filter has been removed. (→ Removing the pre-filter) How to proceed:

2. Undo the fasteners.

3. Remove the unit head.

Fitting the unit head How to proceed:

1. Check that the seal on the unit head is correctly po-

sitioned. – Clean the seal, replace it if damaged.

2. Ensure that the filter baskets are correctly assem-

3. Fit the unit head onto the container.

– Ensure that the opening for the pre-filter is aligned to the recess in the filter baskets.

4. Lock the fasteners in place.

Order of tasks to be carried out:

1. Fit the unit feet (→ Fitting the unit feed)

2. Prepare the filter media (→ Cleaning/replacing the

(→ Retrofitting the heater)

4. Install the unit.

– Install the unit next to or under the aquarium. Note the maximum head height. (→ Technical data)

5. Establish the connections (→ Establishing the con-

nections) Fitting the unit feed How to proceed:

• Twist the rubber feet into the openings of the con- tainer base. Retrofitting the heater BioMaster 250/350/600/850 can be retrofitted with OASE HeatUp.

• A holding ring is required for fitting (provided in the delivery scope). BioMaster

• The pump is switched off. (→ Switching off the unit) N O T E When the filter is filled with water, water may spill when the heater is inserted.

• Take measures to collect any spillage. How to proceed:

1. Unscrew the blind plug counter-clockwise and re-

2. Push the heater into the holding ring as far as it

goes. – Tip: Moisten the glass bulb with water before in- serting.

3. Fit the heater. (→ Fitting the heater)

Establishing the connections Assembling the suction unit How to proceed:

• Use a coin to turn the flow regulator in the hose adapter to MAX. Assembling the flow-out unit How to proceed:

• Assemble the flow-out unit. – The water distributor can be used instead of the flow-out pipe.

• Use a coin to turn the flow regulator in the hose adapter to MAX. Connecting the hose The procedure is identical for the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT). How to proceed:

• Fasten the suction unit and flow-out unit in the aquarium using suction cups.

1. Shorten the hose to the required length.

– Chose the length so that the hose cannot kink in the intended installation position.

2. Screw the union nut onto the hose connector of the

3. Push the hose onto the hose connector and turn the

union nut counter-clockwise to fix the hose in place.

4. Push the other end of the hose onto the hose con-

nector at the suction unit/flow-out unit and turn the union nut counter-clockwise to fix the hose in place.- EN -

COMMISSIONING/START-UP For initial start-up or after thorough cleaning, it is nec- essary to expel air from the filter system. When the container, suction unit and hose are free of trapped air, the pump can convey the water by itself through the filter system. (→ Expelling air from the filter sys- tem) N O T E Thoroughly rinse out all filter material with warm tap water before using for the first time in order to remove any soiling. (→ Cleaning/replacing the filter media) Expelling air from the filter system Prerequisite:

• The pump is switched off. (→ Switching off the unit) How to proceed:

1. Press the suction button and release it until the wa-

ter flows out of the tank into the filter. – The filter is completely flooded when water emerges from the flow-out unit. Switching on the unit N O T E Ensure that the pump never runs dry! The pump will be destroyed.

• Regularly check the water level and circulation in the filter and in the aquarium. N O T E Risk of fire due to the hot surface of the heater! The heater and filter can be destroyed by the gener- ated heat.

• Do not switch the heater on until the filter is com- pletely filled with water, switched on and the water is continuously circulated.

• Switch off the heater and allow it to cool down be- fore removing it from the water. How to proceed:

1. Route each power connection cable such that it

2. Connect the power connection cable to the power

supply. – The pump will switch on immediately. – Trapped air in the filter can cause noise. The trapped air escapes shortly after the pump starts up.

3. Unit with heater: Set the water temperature on the

heater and switch on the heater. (→ Heater opera- ting manual). Switching off the unit How to proceed:

• Disconnect the unit from the power supply

• Unit with heater: Disconnect the unit and heater from the power supply Setting the flow rate How to proceed:

• Move the lever on the connection unit to set the de- sired flow rate – "LOCK": Maximum flow rate – "UNLOCK": No flow, the outlet is closed.- EN -

Malfunction Cause Remedy Unit does not start up. No mains voltage Check the mains voltage. Impeller unit blocked Clean Air in the filter Vent the filter. Move the filter from side to side, if necessary, to allow the remaining air to escape. Water flow insufficient Impeller unit soiled Clean Impeller unit worn Replace the impeller unit. The flow is not correctly set. Correct the setting. Foam filter of the pre-filter soiled Clean Filter media in the container soiled Clean Suction basket clogged Clean Pipework soiled Clean suction unit, flow-out unit and hoses. Insufficient filtering performance Foam filter of the pre-filter soiled Clean Foam filter of the pre-filter worn Replace Filter media in the container soiled Clean Filter media in the container worn Replace Insufficient water heating (only units with heater) Heater defective Replace Heater not calibrated Calibrate Water temperature incorrectly set on the heater Correct the water temperature setting on the heater. Water flow insufficient See malfunction "Water flow insufficient" The filter cannot be vented. Valve box in the pre-filter blocked Clean the valve box. Filter is not below the surface of the water. Install the filter below the surface of the water. Increased noise Air in the filter Move the filter from side to side to allow the remaining air to escape.

MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING

• If necessary, clean with clear water using a soft brush.

• Do not use cleaning agents or chemical solutions. We recommend using OASE PumpClean for remov- ing calcium deposits.

• Cleaning and replacement cycles for filter media are dependent on the size of the aquarium and the number of fish. Therefore, it is necessary to clean and replace the filter media as required to ensure optimum filter performance.

• If there are several foam filters: Clean or replace the foam filters at different times. This saves enough useful bacteria to ensure good biological filtration of the water. N O T E Thoroughly rinse out all filter material with warm tap water before using for the first time in order to remove any soiling. (→ Cleaning/replacing the filter media) Cleaning and maintenance work: Area Tasks to be carried out Foam filter, pre-filter (→ Cleaning/replacing the foam fil- ter of the pre-filter) Filter media, contai- ner (→ Cleaning/replacing the filter me- dia) Heater

HeatUp 25/50/75/ 100/150/200/250/300/400 Impeller unit, pump casing (→ Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit) Valve box, pre-filter (→ Cleaning the valve box of the pre-filter) Suction chamber, pre-filter (→ Cleaning the suction chamber of the pre-filter)

N O T E The cycle for cleaning the foam filter in the pre-filter is longer if a coarser foam filter is used.- EN -

Cleaning/replacing the foam filter of the pre-filter Prerequisite

• The pre-filter has been removed. (→ Removing the pre-filter) How to proceed:

1. Turn the casing until the locking hooks are pushed

in, then pull off the casing.

2. Remove the pre-filter pipe and foam filters.

4. Assemble the pre-filter in the reverse order.

– Ensure that the locking hooks lock in place in the casing. Cleaning/replacing the filter media

Hel-X bio-elements, always place them contained in the bag into the strainer casing

• The unit head is removed. (→ Dismantling the unit head) How to proceed:

1. Remove all filter baskets.

2. Clean the filter baskets and container.

3. Use water to flush the filter media from the aquar-

ium. – If necessary, replace the filter media. Rinse the new filter media thoroughly with warm tap water prior to its first use.

4. Insert the parts in the container in the reverse or-

der. – Carefully fit the filter baskets in the bottom re- cess in the container. Correctly position the pre- filter. – Ensure that the filter cover is positioned on the foam filter in the top filter basket.

5. Reassemble the unit in the reverse order.

Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit Prerequisite

• The unit head is removed. (→ Dismantling the unit head) How to proceed:

(turn clockwise). – Ensure that the two rubber bearings are correctly seated.

5. Reassemble the unit in the reverse order.

Cleaning the valve box of the pre-filter The valve box only has to be cleaned if venting does not function even though the foam filters of the pre- filter have been cleaned. Prerequisite

• The pre-filter has been removed. (→ Removing the pre-filter) How to proceed:

1. Undo the fasteners and pull off the valve box.

– If necessary, carefully lift the fasteners using a screwdriver.

2. Remove the valve seal and both valve flaps. Clean

3. Assemble the valve box in the reverse order.

– Ensure that the fitted valve flaps can be easily moved. – Note: Ensure that the opening in the valve seal is precisely aligned to the opening in the suction chamber.- EN -

Cleaning the suction chamber of the pre-filter The suction chamber only has to be cleaned if venting does not function even though the foam filters and valve box of the pre-filter have been cleaned. Prerequisite

• The pre-filter has been removed. (→ Removing the pre-filter) C A U T I O N There is a strong spring in the suction chamber that can act like a projectile. Risk of injury due to parts flying around

• When opening the suction button, do not point it at persons.

1. Press in the engagement hooks, hold and turn the

locking ring counter-clockwise (bayonet lock).

2. Carefully lift the suction button until the tension of

the spring is relieved.

3. Remove the suction button and spring.

4. Clean the suction chamber.

5. Assemble the suction chamber in the reverse order.

• Suction cups DISPOSAL N O T E Do not dispose of this unit with domestic waste.

• Render the unit unusable beforehand by cutting the cables and dispose of the unit via the return system provided for this purpose.- EN -

SPARE PARTS The use of original parts from OASE ensures continued safe and reliable operation of the unit. Please visit our website for spare parts drawings and spare parts.

IPX4 IPX4 IPX4 IPX4 Power consumption, filter

BioMaster Thermo Power consumption, heater

Length of power connection cable

Splash-water protected on all sides.

Protection class II, protection insulation which could become live in the event of a fault.

Do not dispose of with household waste.

Read and adhere to the instructions for use.- FR -

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