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AQUARIUM PRODUCTS
O W N E R’S M A N UA L
© 2000 AQUARIA, Inc. Printed in the U.S.A. 3/00 P/N 007361 ECLIPSE 1 • ECLIPSE 2 • ECLIPSE 3
The "drip loop" is that part of the cord below the level of the receptacle or the
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS connector,if an extension cord is used,to prevent water traveling along the cord
and coming in contact with the receptacle. If the plug or receptacle does get
WARNING – To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be wet,DON'T unplug the cord.Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies
observed, including the following. power to the appliance.Then unplug and examine for presence of water in the
receptacle.
READ AND FOLLOW ALL 2. Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or near children.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3. To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as heaters,
reflectors, lamp bulbs, etc.
DANGER – To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken in the use 4. Always unplug an appliance from an outlet when not in use, before putting
of aquarium equipment.For each of the following situations,do not attempt repairs on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never yank cord to pull plug from
yourself; return the appliance to an authorized service facility for service or discard outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnect.
the appliance. 5. Do not use an appliance for other than intended use.The use of attachments
1. A. If the appliance falls into the water, DON'T reach for it! First unplug it and not recommended or sold by the appliance manufacturer may cause an
then retrieve it.If electrical components of the appliance get wet,unplug the unsafe condition.
appliance immediately. 6. Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather
B. If the appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately or to temperatures below freezing.
unplug from the power source. 7. Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed before
C. Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not be plugged operating it.
in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
8. Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
D. Do not operate any appliance if it has a
damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunc- 9. If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating should be used.
APPLIANCE A cord rated for less amperes or watts than the appliance rating may over-
tioning or if it is dropped or damaged in
any manner. heat. Care should be taken to arrange the cord so that it will not be tripped
E. To avoid the possibility of the appliance
AQUARIUM over or pulled.
TANK
plug or receptacle getting wet, position 10. This appliance has polarized plugs (one blade is wider than the other).
aquarium stand and tank to one side of a POWER As a safety feature, the plugs will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the
wall mounted receptacle to prevent water SUPPLY plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit,
CORDS
from dripping onto the receptacle or contact a qualified electrician. Never use with an extension cord unless plug
plug. A "drip loop", shown in the Figure at DRIP can be fully inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
right should be arranged by the user for LOOP
each cord connecting an aquarium appli-
ance to a receptacle. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
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ECLIPSE ®
At-Your-Fingertips Convenience
A unique combination of beauty, precision and functionality, Eclipse requires
Transforms An Ordinary Aquarium Into An virtually no assembly and installs in seconds.The custom light housing and
Extraordinary Aquarium. filtration access panel operate independently for maximum convenience.
The Eclipse top-mounted system puts lighting,filtration and maintenance at your The Eclipse easily accommodates accessories such as heaters and airline
fingertips…combining simple,elegant styling with superior performance and tubing…and because all filtration media is inside the top mounted unit, the
efficiency. And Eclipse features the Marineland BIO-Wheel®…undisputed leader Eclipse has minimal rear space requirements for against-the-wall placement.
in biological filtration.
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REPLACEMENT PARTS LIST PARTS DIAGRAM & IDENTIFICATION
KEY ITEM DESCRIPTION ECLIPSE1 ECLIPSE2 ECLIPSE3
1 Filtration Access Panel* PR3000 PR3001 PR3002 12
* PLEASE NOTE: Asterisked parts come preassembled with your new system. 6
Exploded view is for identification of REPLACEMENT parts only. Lighting View
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CUSTOMER SERVICE INFORMATION 10
For additional assistance or to order parts direct, you may call the Marineland Customer Service
Department at (800) 322-1266 M-F, between the hours of 8AM and 5PM (PST). Please have your
manual and MasterCard or VISA ready when ordering.
NOTE: Eclipse Filter cartridges are not sold as replacement parts.They may be purchased
at your local Marineland retail outlet in single or three packs (PA0138 or PA0139).
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Cord Slot
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If you wish to install any optional accessories, STEP 8. INSTALL CORD ORGANIZER
i.e. heater or air line tubing, this is the ideal Remove red protective covering from
time to do so. Remove rear Accessory Port adhesive strips on inside of Cord Organizer.
Cover, place accessory in desired location Install on outside corner of aquarium as
Cords
and route cord or tubing through Port. shown (Fig. 9). Gently press cords into Cord
Replace Port Cover to secure accessory Organizer clamp. Organizer
cords and prevent light “bleed” (Fig. 6). Port
NOTE: Organizer adhesive requires
NOTE: Port Cover opening may be FIGURE 6 24-hours to set completely.
enlarged by cutting with scissors. Port Cover
FIGURE 9
If necessary, tube may be cut to allow this. FIGURE 7 Creating a drip loop (pgs. 2-3), plug cords into standard receptacle.Water will begin
Route pump cord through Cord Slot to flow through system immediately.
(with Light Cord). NOTE: Do not force plug into a non-polarized receptacle.Adapters are available
NOTE: Make sure that Magnetic Impeller at most hardware stores.
Assembly, Intake Tube and Strainer are free
of obstruction. Nothing in tank should CAUTION: IF YOU CHOOSE TO USE AN OUTLET STRIP...
come in contact with any part of the Pump Use only one that is properly approved and equipped with
Motor Assembly. BIO-Wheel
Bearing Pocket
a fuse or circuit breaker.
Bearing
Place outlet strip away from aquarium tank and make sure all
STEP 7. INSPECT BIO-WHEEL/
REPLACE FILTRATION PANEL
receptacles are protected from water splash, spillage or vapor.
Make sure that Bearings are seated snugly Frequently check electrical equipment and connections
into Bearing Pockets and that BIO-Wheel for signs of moisture, greenish corrosion or black, sooty
rotates freely (Fig. 8). Replace Filtration residue (arcing). If evident, turn off power IMMEDIATELY
Access Panel and slide Hinge Pins outward and correct the problem.
to lock in place. FIGURE 8
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Light Housing
STEP 10. SET WATER LEVEL AND
ADJUST FLOW DIVERTER BIO-Wheel
MAINTENANCE
Open Light Housing. If necessary, add Chamber
water to aquarium until it reaches a level just Flow C
below BIO-Wheel Chamber. Reach down Diverter NEVER submerge Eclipse in water.
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under chamber and adjust Flow Diverter NEVER use soap, abrasives or any other
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to desired angle (Fig. 10). Do not attempt to
90°
T cleaning agent on or around filter
adjust past 90°…water may be directed out
of tank. or aquariums.
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FIGURE 10 O ALWAYS unplug pump and light cords before
N performing maintenance.
Press Light Switch to activate fluorescent Proper system maintenance begins with Eclipse Filter
Cartridge
lamp (Fig. 11). frequent visual inspections to ensure
normal system operation and non-stressful BIO-Wheel
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We recommend the following complete maintenance procedure as needed 5. Using cold water, wipe down the inside and outside
(at least every month): surface of Eclipse unit with a clean cloth.
FILTRATION
6. Reassemble parts. Refer to Parts Diagram (page 7)
1. Remove Filtration Access Panel. Remove BIO-Wheel
or Assembly Steps 7-10, if necessary. Insert
BIO-Wheel.To avoid disturbing beneficial Impeller
Impeller Assembly into assembled Impeller Assembly
bacteria culture, handle a BIO-Wheel by the
Housing, Intake Tube and Strainer (Fig. 15) before
Ends and/or Axle (Fig. 13).
reinstalling into Pump Motor Assembly. Impeller
Gently clean BIO-Wheel Bearings and Housing
inspect for wear. It is not necessary to After reassembly, Impeller should rotate freely
remove Bearings. If Bearings display and silently - without wobble or hindered motion
inordinate wear, they may then be of any kind. Install Impeller Assembly in Pump
FIGURE 13 Intake Tube
removed and replaced. Motor Assembly.
FIGURE 15
Replace entire Pump/Impeller/Tube Assembly. Strainer
IMPORTANT: Every BIO-Wheel is preassembled at the Make sure that top section of Pump Motor
factory. It should not be tampered with or disassembled. Assembly is seated securely in Flexible Pump
Discoloration of pleated material is normal and desirable. Mount (see Fig. 7, pg. 10).
As long as a BIO-Wheel is not damaged, it does not need
to be cleaned or replaced. 7. Rinse new Eclipse Filter Cartridge (step 4, pg.9).
Install.
2. Using corner Lift Tab, remove used Eclipse
NOTE: Use only a genuine Eclipse Filter Cartridge.
Cartridge and discard.
Substitutions often contain lower grades and/or
Pump Motor quantities of carbon and may not fit properly.
Assembly
This can result in reduced filtration effectiveness.
3. Unplug Light and Pump Motor Assembly. Magnetic Impeller
Remove Pump Assembly from Eclipse Assembly
unit. Separate Magnetic Impeller Assembly Impeller 8. Secure cords in Cord Organizer. Restart filter.
Housing
and Intake Tube (Fig. 14). Check water flow and BIO-Wheel rotation.
Intake Check to make sure Pump/Filtration Assembly
Tube is operating silently and efficiently.
4. Clean all parts thoroughly with
cleaning brush. Rinse with cold water. Intake
Strainer
Inspect Impeller Assembly for wear. NOTE: If water flow to BIO-Wheel is blocked,
Purchase new part if excessive wear FIGURE 14 water will overflow cartridge. Make sure Cartridge
or damage is evident.After cleaning, Chamber and BIO-Wheel Chamber are free of
set aside until reassembly. any obstruction.
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LIGHTING
Illumination is provided by a daylight full spectrum fluorescent lamp, selected MAINTENANCE LOG
for truest color rendition and live aquatic plant growth properties. Over time,
Clean equipment works best. Record the maintenance performed and the
lamp performance will decline.We recommend replacement after 5,000 hours
or 12 months of use. See your dealer or call Marineland Customer Service to
date below. Regular care keeps your unit operating at peak efficiency.
obtain Eclipse replacement lamps.
C MAINTENANCE DATE MAINTENANCE DATE
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Handle hood with dry hands only.Water can seep into
U lighting vents in hood and damage electrical components.
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Do not attempt to remove white Access Housing
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O from mounting.To do so may cause electric shock
N and severe injury.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDELINES SYMPTOM COMMENTS/SOLUTION
SYMPTOM COMMENTS/SOLUTION
If a BIO-Wheel This is not a problem.It indicates the development of beneficial
Make certain the outlet has power and is functioning properly. becomes discolored… biological culture. Do not attempt to clean BIO-Wheel pleats.
If your system fails Check to see that aquarium water is at correct level.
to start (or stops) Inspect Intake Tube and Strainer for obstructions. If fluorescent lights Make sure Light Cord is plugged into proper receptacle.
pumping water… Remove and inspect Pump Assembly. Remove Impeller do not turn on… If lighting is connected to a timer, check for proper function.
Assembly and check for wear and/or obstruction.
Inspect Lamp(s) for burnout.Turn off power and change
Check Motor Housing for obstructions. Lamp(s) (pg. 16).
Remove Impeller Housing and Impeller Assembly. NOTE: High output (HO) or very high output (VHO)
If your system Make certain Magnetic Impeller Assembly is free to rotate. lamps are inappropriate for the Eclipse unit and should
makes mechanical Debris may be hindering silent rotation. not be used under any circumstances.
noise… Replace worn or damaged Magnetic Impeller Assembly. Do not attempt to service Lamp or starter assembly.
Refer to parts list for part number. Call Marineland Customer Service if problem persists.
If your system Make sure Motor Housing is suspended properly in Flexible
makes vibrational Pump Mount. Also check to make sure that Intake Tube and
noise… Strainer are not impeded in any way.
If your BIO-Wheel Allow 24-48 hours for “breaking in” period. Material in LIMITED WARRANTY
splashes and/or a BIO-Wheel is not fully absorptive when new.
Within two years from the date of original purchase, Marineland Aquarium Products
makes excessive Check aquarium water level. Lower than normal levels can will repair or replace, at its option, any Eclipse which is deemed defective in
water noise… result in excessive splash or noise. workmanship or materials.
Don’t panic.Chances are,the wheel is not permanently Please return the unit, together with proof of date of purchase, to your local
stopped.Irregular rotation,including brief pauses,is normal. dealer or send unit (postage paid) to:
If a BIO-Wheel stops… As long as the wheel continues to move periodically and
remains wet,it is functioning properly. Marineland Aquarium Products
Make sure BIO-Wheel Bearings are free of obstruction. 6100 Condor Drive
Make sure BIO-Wheel Chamber is free of obstruction. Moorpark, CA 93021
Inspect BIO-Wheel Bearings and Axle for dirt or mineral Eclipse Fluorescent Lamps are pretested at the factory and are warranted separately.
deposits. If evident, clean these areas carefully. If,within a period of 90 days from date of purchase,a Lamp fails to illuminate (and has not
If,however,BIO-Wheel Make sure all parts are installed properly and that there are no been damaged through owner misuse),Marineland will replace it at no extra charge.
appears permanently obvious obstructions to free rotation.
Damage or injuries resulting from negligence or misuse are not covered by this warranty.
stopped or obstructed… Examine Intake Tube for flow obstruction.
Incidental or consequential damages are specifically excluded*. This warranty gives you
Unplug pump,lift Eclipse Filter Pad and check for blockage. specific legal rights.You may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
Change if necessary.
Perform regular filter maintenance. *Because some states do not allow the exclusion of incidental or consequential damages,this exclusion
may not apply to you.
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