I just bought one of these and need to know how to put it in the tank. Have always had the ones that hang on the outside of the tank. Have a huge aquaclear filter but it kills my fish. It sucks them close to the tube and kills them. So I bought a 40 gallon filter cause my tank is only 36 gallons. Thought I was being wise on the other one but tooooo much suction. Pictures and directions are hard to understand on this one. Please help. So how does it fit inside without the cord? And how does it hang right? I just bought one of these and need to know how to put it in the tank. Have always had the ones that hang on the outside of the tank. Have a huge aquaclear filter but it kills my fish. It sucks... » Read More I just bought one of these and need to know how to put it in the tank. Have always had the ones that hang on the outside of the tank. Have a huge aquaclear filter but it kills my fish. It sucks them close to the tube and kills them. So I bought a 40 gallon filter cause my tank is only 36 gallons. Thought I was being wise on the other one but tooooo much suction. Pictures and directions are hard to understand on this one. Please help. So how does it fit inside without the cord? And how does it hang right? « Show Less
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Amazon asked me to help you but I own the 1i, not 40i (like you). My 1i ha suctions that stick to the inner tank and the air hose rides up through the water and out of the tank on top. Search Youtube.com for the one you bought and the video tutorial will help you with your set up.
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The suction cup adheres to the inside of the tank and sits at about the water line. The cord goes up, away from the tank water. Your filter fits in the slot where the water goes through
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My experience says you should always use a bubbler in addition to your filter! I add a bubbler for extra breaking of the surface tension and gas release from the aquarium (which helps saturate more oxygen in the water). I've run these Aqueon filters without a bubbler, but the fish seem to be more lethargic with the filter alone. The bubbler is cheap insurance. I am currently running nine tanks ranging from 10 gallons to 180 gallons and have put a bubbler in all of them. On most of the tanks the bubbler is on a battery backup. If a power failure takes down your filter, a bubbler alone can keep a healthy tank alive for days. My experience says you should always use a bubbler in addition to your filter! I add a bubbler for extra breaking of the surface tension and gas release from the aquarium (which helps saturate more oxygen in the water). I've run these Aqueon filters without a bubbler, but the fish seem to be more lethargic with the filter alone. The bubbler is cheap insurance. I am currently running nine tanks ranging from 10 gallons to 180 gallons and have put a bubbler in all of them. On most of the tanks the bubbler is on a battery backup. If a power failure takes down your filter, a bubbler alone can... » Read More My experience says you should always use a bubbler in addition to your filter! I add a bubbler for extra breaking of the surface tension and gas release from the aquarium (which helps saturate more oxygen in the water). I've run these Aqueon filters without a bubbler, but the fish seem to be more lethargic with the filter alone. The bubbler is cheap insurance. I am currently running nine tanks ranging from 10 gallons to 180 gallons and have put a bubbler in all of them. On most of the tanks the bubbler is on a battery backup. If a power failure takes down your filter, a bubbler alone can keep a healthy tank alive for days. « Show Less
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Which filter do you have? That will help me help you on the size. As for replacing, you really shouldn't have to unless they tear or perhaps your tank gets really sick so you may want to change if to rid remnants of illness. I changed mine due to a rip and really, really yucky water so we could start with a fresh filter situation.
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The label suggested to use it on 2 gal and up tank. Either you upgrade your tank or you could try this: test out on the 1 gal tank without the fish in it for 24 hrs to see if the temperature stay within range. A word of advice from someone who made a lots of mistake as a first time betta owner: do it right or you end up spending more money fixing you mistakes and hurts the fish in the process. If you decided to upgrade your tank, then it is better to get a 5 gal. It just so much easier to add on other needed features, such as a heater or filter (personally, I like whisper brand filter), etc..plus, your fish would love the evpxtra space to explore. Hope this is helpful. Best wishes for caring your fish.
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That is my issue with the kit, It is two 5 gal buckets and some hardware. In the end you have to attach by drilling holes in the side of your vac and it still is very unstable. I have the Fein vac they show in the ads and it is constantly tipping and is very annoying. You still need adapters to hook up hoses and theirs aren't too secure and also pop off at times.In the end I would buy a larger 25-50 gallon sized one like Rockler sell that is independent of the vac and stand on it's own. Does it work, yes it works great and that is the saving grace otherwise with it tipping over all day it would be in the garbage by now. That is my issue with the kit, It is two 5 gal buckets and some hardware. In the end you have to attach by drilling holes in the side of your vac and it still is very unstable. I have the Fein vac they show in the ads and it is constantly tipping and is very annoying. You still need adapters to hook up hoses and theirs aren't too secure and also pop off at times.In the end I would buy a larger 25-50 gallon sized one like Rockler sell that is independent of the vac and stand on it's own. Does it work, yes it works great and that is the saving grace otherwise with it tipping over... » Read More That is my issue with the kit, It is two 5 gal buckets and some hardware. In the end you have to attach by drilling holes in the side of your vac and it still is very unstable. I have the Fein vac they show in the ads and it is constantly tipping and is very annoying. You still need adapters to hook up hoses and theirs aren't too secure and also pop off at times.In the end I would buy a larger 25-50 gallon sized one like Rockler sell that is independent of the vac and stand on it's own. Does it work, yes it works great and that is the saving grace otherwise with it tipping over all day it would be in the garbage by now. « Show Less
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To Carol J. Moore. I noticed the first time I used mine that if the dirty water intake part is not put on perfectly, the machine will not suck out the water. I, too, thought the machine had quit working but fiddle with the fit, make sure it clips own low and tight on the front so you will get a good suction. It is easy once out get the hang of it, but csn be confusing.
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Hi again. I responded on your later question, but I'll comment here as well. If you go to the comments under "Stacey" review, (I think it is the one now rated most helpful critical review) in the later comments there are some good exchanges Stacey and myself had with another person, "Ann" looking for advice on starting over after losing a fish. My review is the presently rated most helpful positive so you will get both views. Stacey has some very good advice on safely cycling with the fish in the tank in those later comments I mentioned, and I gave my method for safely sterilizing the tank without going nuts. The comments I'm referring to start about page 8 under the review. Good Luck. Hi again. I responded on your later question, but I'll comment here as well. If you go to the comments under "Stacey" review, (I think it is the one now rated most helpful critical review) in the later comments there are some good exchanges Stacey and myself had with another person, "Ann" looking for advice on starting over after losing a fish. My review is the presently rated most helpful positive so you will get both views. Stacey has some very good advice on safely cycling with the fish in the tank in those later comments I mentioned, and I gave my method for safely... » Read More Hi again. I responded on your later question, but I'll comment here as well. If you go to the comments under "Stacey" review, (I think it is the one now rated most helpful critical review) in the later comments there are some good exchanges Stacey and myself had with another person, "Ann" looking for advice on starting over after losing a fish. My review is the presently rated most helpful positive so you will get both views. Stacey has some very good advice on safely cycling with the fish in the tank in those later comments I mentioned, and I gave my method for safely sterilizing the tank without going nuts. The comments I'm referring to start about page 8 under the review. Good Luck. « Show Less
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How do you judge effectiveness of a filter? I have a very healthy 55 gallon saltwater set up but this filter is only a part of my filtration. I wish they offered a larger one. I am certain this contributes to the success of my aquarium. The filter cartridge comes apart so you can change the filter media without constantly buying new cartridges. I don't have an issue with mineral build up, I'm sure if you have any kind of a serious build up it would impact the effectiveness, how could it not?
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For tall tanks like yours, I would take the tube down to within three or four inches of the bottom if you can. This will give a better top to bottom turn over of the water. I agree that going to the bigger filter (#60) would be a good idea. It's hard to over filter a tank. If this will be the only system working, I would go to the #60 filter. If you are running an under gravel filter also, then the #40 will be fine.
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Real simple, slip it over the inlet tube and possibly wrap a little Teflon tape around it if it slips off. The biggest issue with these is to keep them very clean. If they are used in a marine tank much can grow on these and will stop turning due to marine growth inside the unit. Get a good cleaning powder from the same company I believe and soak the unit ever so often for best performance.
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Hi I'm not sure what's the problem but do you have enough hose to it? I have Diver Dan an he works fantanstic. Are you using this in an above ground pool or in ground? I have a 24x 52 above ground? Have you checked to see if it has any sticks or leaves inside of the whale? Let me know also if you have your hoses wound in circles might be the problem they are suppose to be memory hoses an not to be wound up? Hope this helps.
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I watched my female betta jump up the waterfall part, swim around in the filter, then surf back out. (It turned out she was being bullied by other fish in the tank.) Maybe put a screen under/in front of the outflow? Or put a piece of sponge or nylon over the intake?
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wish I could help, got it for my granddaughter. she used it at Monterey Bay Aquarium in some of the tanks but we have yet to see any pictures and that was last month. sorry.
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Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut inside the cup. Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut... » Read More Mike: silly question, but did you give the filter an extra push, plus push in the top rubber gasket some more to expose the thread? If this fails then the filter is too long. In that case I would be making an extended threaded mounting post. Or a special nut with a reduced diameter that will go inside the filter and catch the thread. My 10 gallon Craftsman has a 7/16 NC thread. I have the capability at home to manufacture these fixes, but if you do not I am at a loss for other solutions. Hoe about a recessed cup with a flange, then cut a bigger hole in the filter rubber and use a 7/16 nut inside the cup. « Show Less
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Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast in can kill fish. I'm testing every day but I'm pretty sure it works very slowly. Hope I helped you out. Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast... » Read More Their are no direction that I find. I have a 90 glass tank I just got it yesterday and put one cup in my fluval 406. I checked it this morning and ready was the same as it was before I added it to the fluval about 7.0. I'm going to check it tonight and see if it dropped. I can only assume that it works slowly. I a tank your size I would but 2 cups in and check it everyday and when it reaches your goal on remove a cup a store for latter use. O e would think k that fluval would give you some gauge as to how much to use put they don't. Be sure you monitor because if it drops to low or to fast in can kill fish. I'm testing every day but I'm pretty sure it works very slowly. Hope I helped you out. « Show Less
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Sorry. When mine got here, I realized it was a lot smaller than I thought. I used a net that goes all the way down, because the upset of being in such a confined space can sometimes cause the fish to miscarry. They hate. I recommend not using it.
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You need to buy additional cartridges. The ones they give you are like... Samples? You should order the "Goldfish" ones if you have messy fish, like goldfish (Which need a bigger tank than 10gals) and the "Tropical" for other fish.You need to do weekly water changes of 25% and clean the gravel. That will help with the smell