There are 2 different versions of this tank. Is this the one with the power driven filter or the air filter with tubing etc? Thanks
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The one I have is the power driven one I believe. Unfortunately though, I just ordered a new pump cause the flywheel stopped working on mine. : (
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The electrical system drives an underwater pump that pumps the water from the lower level up and through the filter. The water then flows out the upper portion and streams out very queitly. the same electrics work the lights. All in one plug. I think the fish need more air, so I added a second pump with a bubble stone. I have 12 Neon Tetras and one Loche. For one to 3 fish you don't need anything else. There are no tubes. It is plug and play....so to speak.
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If you don't like the tubing, this is the unit for you. It just has the electrical plug. All else is contained in the black base. The light is very bright. You may want to add some colorful things. Oh by the way; I did find you may also want to stock up on the filters pads. They come in multi packs at your favorite store. I have found that fish are like any pet; they need alot of cleaning.
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It is a small, finger operated pump. It sucks gas from the tank and gets it to the carb until the engine gets running. Be sure you didn't install it backwards and if that is OK then the tiny screen filter inside the tiny carb is plugged. Open the carb and get some carb cleaner.
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Filter is included. We turned it over each time we filled the tank and the filter lasted all last winter.
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I replaced the filter with a fluval filter. Yeah, it was strong and dangerous in my opinion. I just sold this tank! It is an awesome tank! More on the fluval mini filter, you can adjust the current. Make sure you can return it because I have found some models of the filter to be noisy.
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No other filter is needed, you may want to get some air stones just to keep the water at the bottom of the tank moving though.
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Yes , this is the filter . I find it works great... does not cleaning as often as another type I used with an old pump. AS Karen said, it is easily removed and replaced. I also rinse the housing while I am cleaning the filter,along with any hose. Purchased an extra filter, so can use one, while I clean the other.
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The compartment has a red middle tube . I have been using it and also noticed everything comes apart perfectly to be cleaned or washed. The filter is a sponge type and easy to wash squeeze and clean . This vacuum has so much power and PARTICULARLY the Hose !!! I have commercial car vacuums and they don't have the sucking power this hose have . Superb , best vacuum I ever have and I am very demanding with any product.
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It has one they recommend include and it does need replacing. The down side I found was how often you have to soak the unit in vinegar to get rid I the minerals in the water. You can also soak the filter to prolong life but sooner than you would want , it falls apart. This machine performs really well, but, with refilling the tank and cleaning, it's a lot of maintainence. However, it think they all are.
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There's a partition separating the main tank from the filter part. there is a "vent" in the bottom right corner of the tank that allows the water to pass through to the filter section.
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It is a precharged tank, but also has the air valve. Mine came ready for hook up.
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The pump is connected to one end of the tubing, the other end of the tubing is connected to the air stone. So it's like this: pump + tubing + air stone. You put stone in your tank. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more help:) P.S. If you use an air filter, you just need to purchase the air filter cartridges. (I don't use the cartridge in my other tank since the charcoal makes the tank cloudy--I just use the air filter and my fish are just fine--the water runs out of the filter on top and I just replace the water in the tank when it gets low. The tank is always clear and since I don't use the filters, I don't ever have to clean out the tank:) The pump is connected to one end of the tubing, the other end of the tubing is connected to the air stone. So it's like this: pump + tubing + air stone. You put stone in your tank. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more help:) P.S. If you use an air filter, you just need to purchase the air filter cartridges. (I don't use the cartridge in my other tank since the charcoal makes the tank cloudy--I just use the air filter and my fish are just fine--the water runs out of the filter on top and I just replace the water in the tank when it gets low. The tank is always clear and since I... » Read More The pump is connected to one end of the tubing, the other end of the tubing is connected to the air stone. So it's like this: pump + tubing + air stone. You put stone in your tank. Hope this helps. Let me know if you need more help:) P.S. If you use an air filter, you just need to purchase the air filter cartridges. (I don't use the cartridge in my other tank since the charcoal makes the tank cloudy--I just use the air filter and my fish are just fine--the water runs out of the filter on top and I just replace the water in the tank when it gets low. The tank is always clear and since I don't use the filters, I don't ever have to clean out the tank:) « Show Less
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As the previous posters said - the tank comes with an internal filter. Mine is a Jebao brand and it came with a sponge (mechanical filtration). I purchased a Purigen from Seachem 250ml + a single small media mesh bag and added it to the sponge. You can basically create ANY filter with ANY media you want.
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It has an filter in it that circulates water. I also bought another air pump and a bubble curtain for it but that was purely for looks. The glass lid does cover the whole top but there is a gap between the tank and the top so it's not an airtight seal. I love this tank.. would recommend this one as I have had many.
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The water will not circulate through the filter it there is no power. It stuts down every 12 hours for approximately 1 min to purge any air. This is automatic. However if the canister is set lower then the water in the tank it will fill with siphon once it starts. It is by far the best filter pump combo I have ever had and would highly recommend. I love it just plug it in and forget it.
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The tank does come with an air pump. The heater and filters are sold separately.
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I have this tank for a betta. The heater I use is a 10-watt Marina compact heater, it is stored in the filter compartment. Marina C10 Compact Heater, 10-Watt
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It has a small internal dryer with a drain valve on the under side of unit. I replaced the hose connector with a quick disconnect type so as to make it easy to attach air line. I also have a dryer on my tank with one of the inline water filters. Hope that helps. At this time my unit is not working and I am trying to get it repaired. It was great when it was working....