It says to not use over open water? And to use it over a plastic top, what's the point of buying a hood then?
1677377
It might just be for the light, and there is a plastic layer between the light and the water built into the hood. My hood is over open water!
1677378
I think it means that it's to not be used without that clear plastic piece that fits under the light unit itself. It should have come with it. The piece is removable so check the box if it's not already attached.
1677379
There is a clear plastic insert that comes with it that fits in the hood. They mean the actual LED lights should not be without that plastic.
1677380
I'm not sure what they mean by that. I have this hood on both 10g and 20g tanks. If that's "open water" it works just fine.
1677381
huh???? i use mine over the open water. What a weird thing for them to say. i have had no problems at all and actually i have air bubbles splashing water on the hood all the time.
1677382
they are right, there is a plastic layer over the lite bar already. i really like mine.
1635909
I don't know because I don't have that problem with mine. I've ridden about 15000 miles with it on my bike and that had never been an issue. I'm not using a 'hood' or shade either as I've see some do.
1268688
You don't put it on the glass. It has 2 frame holders that hook above tank frame. Any standard hood glass will work.
75079
I used the hood to protect the front element as I didn't like running a UV filter. You can find the hood on eBay (not Sony brand) for less than 150. They even have rangefinder leica style hoods
1012995
There are some small holes in the cover that allow some water to lay on top and prevents the wind from getting under it. Also, I like to lay a pool net and a pool brush over the top when it gets really windy.
745441
I've been using it for a year and the walls are more water roof then the top. After some time (~9 months in my case) the top can have leaks at certain points where it contacts the support structure as mentioned in the manual which you can treat with water repellent spray. The walls are made of different material and they are more waterproof based on my experience - mine shields a sprinkler head and did not have a wall leak. Just a note due to safety reasons it is not recommended to use the canopy in high winds and storms. With adequate weights mine survived a few storms without walls on but there is no guarantee that it would not break or get blown over. I've been using it for a year and the walls are more water roof then the top. After some time (~9 months in my case) the top can have leaks at certain points where it contacts the support structure as mentioned in the manual which you can treat with water repellent spray. The walls are made of different material and they are more waterproof based on my experience - mine shields a sprinkler head and did not have a wall leak. Just a note due to safety reasons it is not recommended to use the canopy in high winds and storms. With adequate weights mine survived a few storms without walls on but... » Read More I've been using it for a year and the walls are more water roof then the top. After some time (~9 months in my case) the top can have leaks at certain points where it contacts the support structure as mentioned in the manual which you can treat with water repellent spray. The walls are made of different material and they are more waterproof based on my experience - mine shields a sprinkler head and did not have a wall leak. Just a note due to safety reasons it is not recommended to use the canopy in high winds and storms. With adequate weights mine survived a few storms without walls on but there is no guarantee that it would not break or get blown over. « Show Less
1174168
Sorry, I'm no help either. I never thought to use it outside. One way to find out though!!! Let us know how it turns out.
828324
it's really a matter of choice. A hood helps keep down the evaporation but it's a pain to keep clean especially with a salt tank.
2178323
They would suggest that you use a glass canopy under the light, it is not designed to sit over open water.
785866
Usually it is a straight run of pipe with a flap on the hood outside so you should be OK hope this is helpful
1637066
If you live in a climate that can get cold, it is not a good idea to use water. you wouldhave to pour out the water before winter. The expansion and contraction can cause the plastic to crack and leak. I prefer sand for that reason.
387956
Sorta, we used it the other weekend and you can wrap the top around on itself to keep it out of the way. We used it inside in a pool.
468931
Replace vent cover. This is used to keep out ran when vent cover is open. You will get water in without cover.
1122756
Hi aquagirl, If you are looking for a hood that can hold lights etc, this isn't it. This is strictly the glass cover that goes on top of the tank. It's glass with a plastic attachment on one side that you can cut in to guide tubed and cables in the tank.
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Best I can tell, this strap can wrap around the outside of the hood that goes over the lens. I think it's unnecessary as a good heavy rubber band could be used if needed, and I found that this strap was not needed and actually got in the way. I'm thinking about cutting it off for the nuisance it is.
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no you can always let the plastic cover openbut the bath tub is not a good quality after short time it lost the air it is not was to get the rest of the water out from the bath tub I would not buy it again
2227951
There is a plastic strip on the back side of the hood to cut for your filter and stuff. I personally really like this top.