biOrb FLOW 15 - Aquarium OASE - Free user manual and instructions

Brand	OASE
Model	biOrb FLOW 15
Product type	Aquarium with integrated LED lighting
Energy class	A++
Power consumption	2.4 W
Supply voltage	12 V AC (via included transformer)
Cable length	1.4 m
Protection rating	Class II (double insulation)
Usage	Indoor, private aquarium keeping
Lighting	Standard LED (do not look directly)
Cleaning	Special OASE Reinigungstücher Set cloth (ref. 46027) for the lower part, damp cloth for the upper part
Manufacturer warranty	24 months
Safety	Do not immerse the device; disconnect before any intervention; use by minors under supervision
Spare parts	Use only original OASE parts
Repairability	The connecting cables are not replaceable; contact authorized customer service for any repairs
Disposal	Do not dispose of with household waste; cut the cable and use the return system

Frequently Asked Questions - biOrb FLOW 15 OASE

How to install the lighting of the biOrb FLOW 15?

Insert the lighting unit into the aquarium cover, then plug it into the separate socket on the transformer. Connect the transformer to the mains and form swan necks with the cables. Use the switch to turn on/off.

Can I immerse the lighting in water?

No. Never immerse the device in water or any other liquid. It is designed for use out of water, above the aquarium.

What to do if the power cable is damaged?

The connecting cable is not replaceable. If the cable is damaged, the device must be disposed of. Contact OASE customer service for a replacement.

How to clean the aquarium lighting?

Use a special OASE cleaning cloth (ref. 46027) to wipe the lower part without scratches. For the upper part, use a damp cloth. Always disconnect the device before cleaning.

Is the LED lighting dangerous for the eyes?

Yes, the LED radiation is strong. Never look directly at the light source to avoid eye injury.

What is the warranty of the biOrb FLOW 15?

The manufacturer warranty is 24 months from the first purchase from an authorized dealer. It covers manufacturing and material defects, but not normal wear or damage caused by improper use.

Can I use a non-OASE transformer?

No. The device must be connected exclusively to an original biOrb transformer. Using another transformer may damage the device or pose a safety risk.

How to dispose of the device at end of life?

Do not throw it in household waste. Cut the cable to make it unusable and deposit it at a collection point for electrical and electronic waste.

What are the safety precautions for children?

Children under 8 years or persons with mental disabilities must be supervised by an adult. Children must not play with the device or perform cleaning without supervision.

What to do if the lighting stops working?

First check that the transformer is plugged in and the switch is in the on position. If the problem persists, contact OASE customer service. Do not attempt to open the housing yourself.

USER MANUAL biOrb FLOW 15 OASE

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EN Operating instructions

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Translation of the original Operating Instructions

WARNING

• This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised 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 maintenance under supervision.
• Never immerse the unit in water or other liquids.
• 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 damaged.
• Disconnect the power plug before carrying out any work on the unit.

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SAFETY INFORMATION

• 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 components if this is explicitly specified in the operating instructions.
• 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.
• Power connection cables cannot be replaced. If the cable is damaged, the unit must be disposed of.

• Do not look directly into the light source.

• 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.

• Protect the plug connection from moisture.

Symbols used in these instructions

CAUTION

• Indicates a possibly hazardous situation.
• Non-observance may lead to slight or minor injuries.

NOTE

Indicates information intended to give the user a better understanding.

Additional information

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PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

biOrb Standard LED, referred to in the following as "unit", may only be used as specified in the following:

• For lighting an aquarium.
• Operation under observance of the technical data.

The following restrictions apply to the unit:

• Only intended for connection to a biOrb transformer.
• Only use indoors and for aquaristic purposes in the home (not for commercial use).

INSTALLATION, CONNECTION, START-UP

CAUTION

Strong LED radiation!

Possible consequences: Eye injury due to light flash.

- Never look into the light source.

Prerequisite:

- The plug-in transformer of the aquarium has been disconnected from the power supply.

How to proceed:

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- Insert the lighting unit into the cover of the biOrb aquarium.

COMMISSIONING/START-UP

How to proceed:

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1. Insert the plug of the lighting unit into the separate socket of the plug-in transformer.
2. Insert the plug-in transformer into the socket. — Ensure that all connection cables form a drip loop.
3. Actuate the switch of the lighting unit for switching on/off.

CLEANING

Cleaning cloths are available as OASE biOrb Reinigungstücher Set (46027).

How to proceed:

• Bottom surface of the lighting unit: Wipe with a special cleaning cloth to avoid scratches.
• Wipe the top with a damp cloth.

DISPOSAL

NOTE

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.

GUARANTEE

For this OASE unit purchased by you, OASE GmbH assumes a 24 month manufacturer's guarantee in accordance with the guarantee conditions laid down in the following. The guarantee period starts with the first purchase from an OASE specialist dealer. In other words, in the event of a resale, the guarantee period will not start again. If services are provided under the terms of this guarantee, this does not lead to extension or renewal of the guarantee period. Your legal rights as a purchaser, especially those ensuing from the warranty, persist. They are not restricted by this guarantee.

Guarantee conditions

OASE GmbH guarantees impeccable, purpose-related properties and workmanship, expert assembly and proper functionality. Subject to our discretion, the guarantee refers to free-of-charge repair or free-of-charge supply of spare parts or of a replacement unit respectively. Should the unit type concerned no longer be manufactured, we reserve the right, at our discretion, to supply a replacement unit from our range that is closest to the type subject to complaint. Claims, the origin of which can be traced back to installation and operating faults as well as lack of care, e.g. the use of unsuitable cleaning materials or negligent maintenance, use other than that intended, damage due to accidents, falls, impact, effect of frost, cutting plugs, shortening cables, calcium deposits or improper attempts to repair the unit, are not covered by our guarantee. We hereby refer to the proper use as specified in the instructions of use that form an integral part of the guarantee. Wear parts such as bulbs etc. are exempted from the guarantee.

The refund of costs for removal and installation, checks, claims for lost profit and damages are exempted from the guarantee together with further reaching claims for damages and loss of whatever nature caused by the unit or its use.

The guarantee is only valid in the country in which the unit was purchased from an OASE dealer. This guarantee is governed by German law under the exclusion of the agreement of the United Nations covering contracts governing the international sale of goods (CISG) regulations.

Guarantee claims can only be brought forward by presenting the sales receipt to us, OASE GmbH, Tecklenburger Straße 161 in D-48477 Hörstel, Germany by returning to us the unit or part of the unit subject to complaint, freight free, at your own risk, accompanied by a copy of the original purchase receipt from the OASE specialist dealer, this guarantee document and written information of the fault encountered.

TECHNICAL DATA

Description		Standard LED
		biOrb CLASSIC LED	biOrb CLASSIC LED small
Energy efficiency class		A++	A++
Energy efficiency	lm/W	85	73
Rated power	W	2.4	2
Rated voltage	V AC	12	12
Length of the connection cable	m	1.4	1.4

SYMBOLS ON THE UNIT

		Protection class II, reliable electrical isolation from the mains by reinforced or double insulation.
		For use indoors.
		Do not dispose of with household waste.
		Read and adhere to the instructions for use.

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