What kind of maintenance does this set require?
1100064
minimum maintenance. I clean mine 1 or 2 times a month. Water stays clear as long as you use the water drops. I have a beta in mine, pretty clean fish. As long as you don't over feed, so there is left over food, it stays clean!
1100065
I wash it out once per month, mainly because I over feed my beta. You do need a sponge filter on the intake, or you fish will be trapped by the suction. Also I only run the filter a few hours each day so the fish can rest.
1100066
I would clean and do a full water change once a week. The filters are easy to find on amazon for cheap too and should be changed out every 6 weeks or so. Other than full water change and just wiping down with a paper towel, it's a pretty low maintenance tank.
568252
I have heard some sets have bugs...I bought this set on Black friday and working flawlessly...none of the problems people mention. I would talk to Amazon....get a new set if its not too old...they are awesome for returns...so easy...I would check about replacing because things could get worse on that set you have....hope that helps!
383974
This is a completely enclosed electric motor. I do not foresee any motor maintenance.Thanks
1693148
Set is warranteed. Is a great set but read cleaning instructions. No problem with pelling or flaking.
2086127
Its the set and its worth it! I purchased mine about 7 months ago and no issues at all !;)
183660
I've had this for over a year and a half and my sister has had hers for at least twice as long, neither unit has had any problems that would require repair. They just keep working. So no parts needed.
639292
Whether it is run on propane or electric I would recommend having it serviced at least once a year. This way you can potentially catch any minor problems before they escalate into a bigger more expensive issue.
1025756
I suggest to use all the new parts that came with the repair kit where applicable as using old worn part will result in excessive and premature wear. Remember to use plumber grease and not ordinary grease.
167940
It's not hard but rather annoying. If left without cleaning a couple of days (about 2-3) it starts to look dirty (lime spots). More than that and it looks pretty dirty. The set is actually very very nice and modern looking and I've got several compliments on it (off course I need to super clean it when guests are over).
494087
You need to clean the plate and the bottom of the unit after each use. If you don't you risk of a grease fire.
1094918
I have cleaned it a couple times and it has worked fine. I assume after so long you will have to replace. I used it for 5 years.
1172749
Had it since Aug 2012. No maintenance requirements yet. I would expect flushing for mineral deposits eventually. Physically and operationally fine so far. Do note that the top water connection may be tapped too deep and need extra tightening/teflon tape, etc
1660928
I had not issues with set. YOU must take you time. Cylinders must be blown out really good since this pushes the porcelain down, small shards get into the cylinder. I used compressed air and a vacuum to accomplish this. The set worked as described.
2158289
screw amazon! i typed a whole response. yeah its fine! make sure you look up proper maintenance!
126256
Did you clean lenzes?, if you still have a problem, just order another set and ship this one back to Amazon, support is nor really helpfull on replacing
2172747
Cleaning it about once a month should be good. You shouldn't have to replace it for years. There's an air tube hidden behind the discharge pipe.
1291109
Yes, we returned 2 of them to Amazon and purchased a new one at a local hobby shop. But regardless they are high maintenance.