{"product_id":"dophin-canister-filters","title":"Dophin Canister Filters","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDophin Canister Filters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDophin Canister Filters\u003c\/strong\u003e are external canister aquarium filters for setting up a complete water filtration system on a freshwater or marine tank. They come with filter matting, so they suit aquarists who want to choose and add their own additional media.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKey Benefits\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExternal canister design that builds a full filtration system for your aquarium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter matting is included, so mechanical filtration is ready from the start\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRoom to add the media of your choice: ceramic rings, activated carbon and bio media are all available separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in pump knob for priming, so the filter body is vacuumed of air and filled with water by hand\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMarked IN \/ OUT valve taps for straightforward hose connection\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOutlet connects to a rain bar for water return to the tank\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScrew the two valve taps onto the threaded connectors of the pump marked IN \/ OUT.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut the hose to the length you need. Make sure the hoses do not bend, then fix them tightly to the valve taps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure the hose connectors on both taps by screwing the union nuts on tightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the other end of the hose from the \"IN\" valve tap to the inlet pipe.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConnect the \"OUT\" hose from the OUT valve tap to the rain bar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo start, press the pump knob at least 4-5 times to vacuum the air out of the filter body and fill it with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStop pressing the pump knob once the outlet pipe is filled with water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlug in to the electric supply to start the filtering system.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAquarium keepers who want an external canister filter and are happy to choose their own additional filter media. These filters are offered in several sizes, so select the variant that suits your setup from the options on this page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCompatibility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWorks with the supplied filter matting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdditional filter media is required and sold separately: ceramic rings, activated carbon and bio media.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlease note that these models do not come with a UV.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat's Included\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFilter matting (the only filter media included)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCeramic rings, activated carbon and bio media are not included and are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat filter media comes with these canister filters?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nFilter matting only. Ceramic rings, activated carbon and bio media are sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDo these canister filters have a built-in UV?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nNo. These models do not come with a UV.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I prime the filter before switching it on?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nPress the pump knob at least 4-5 times to vacuum the air from the filter body and fill it with water. Stop once the outlet pipe is filled with water, then plug in to the electric supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhich hose goes where?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe hose from the \"IN\" valve tap connects to the inlet pipe. The \"OUT\" hose from the OUT valve tap connects to the rain bar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I connect the valve taps and hoses?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nScrew the two valve taps onto the threaded connectors of the pump marked IN \/ OUT. Cut the hose to length, making sure it does not bend, and fix it tightly to the taps. Then screw the union nuts on tightly to secure the hose connectors on both taps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I add my own filter media?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nYes. These filters use filter matting and need additional media. 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