assembly
Slimskim Nano is first supplied with the pump already assembled and in the correct position. The fol-
lowing instructions (from fig. 1 to 9) should be followed closely when carrying out maintenance and/or
replacing parts.
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Click the air intake chamber (N) on the motor (O) –fig.1
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Position the impeller (L) –fig.2 in the motor (O) –fig.3
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Position the shaft (M) in the fitting in the impeller cover (H) –fig.4
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Position the motor support (I) on the motor (O) as shown in –fig.5
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Connect all the above by inserting the shaft (M) in the impeller opening (L) an positioning the foaming
chamber (G) –fig.6.
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Make sure the fitting on the impellor cover (H) corresponds to the connection for the air intake tube on
the air intake chamber and click on (N) –fig.7. Connect the pump chamber (G) with the foaming chamber
and the foaming tube ( C)–fig.8
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Connect the black air tube (Q) to the air intake chamber (N) –fig.9
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Fig.10 Insert the grid (U) in the slot at the bottom of the skimmer body.
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Fig.14 Insert the separation for the intake chamber (B) in the slot closet to the front part of the skimmer
(Hydor logo) to a complete stop touching the grid.
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Place the motor assembly in the horizontal slot on the skimmer body
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Apply the magnet (R) + suction cups to the clips (S) on the back panel of the skimmer (D)
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Insert the back panel (D) in the slot on the back part of the skimmer (A) to a complete stop.
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Place the o-ring (P) on the collection cup (F) of the skimmer.
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Position and block the air intake tube and the electrical cable on the suction cups (S). Place the collection
cup at max height (o-ring should be on the lowest position possible) and with this position measure and
cut the air tube (Q) a few cm above the lid. Positioning the air control (T) and connect the air tube fig. 17
Installation
The "Slimskim Nano" is designed to be positioned inside the aquarium using the supplied magnet +
suction-cup supports (for glass/acrylic up to 10mm/3/4" thick). It' s adaptable and is the ideal solution for
aquariums that do not have a sump.
After assembling the product, please proceed as follows:
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Choose where to position the skimmer inside the aquarium, remember to clean the surface (both inside
and outside the aquarium) carefully so the magnet+suction-cup support can stick properly.
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Position the skimmer, as suggested n fig. 18, so that the water level is at the mid-height of the grid to
guarantee adequate surface aspiration.
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Position the collection cup adjusting the o-ring as suggested in fig.19.
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Connect the pump to the electrical supply.
The following instructions on regulating water level and airflow are only indicative for the start up of the
skimmer. It will then be up to the Fishkeeper to adjust the system to better fit specific needs (tank size,
stocking, foam, etc).
Important: the skimmer needs to run at least 3/7 days before it starts foaming properly and
the setting becomes final. It is possible to notice some air bubbles that enter the aquarium
through the drainage, this is normal, and they will disappear once the skimmer reaches it's
operating balance.
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