Fluval

[Idech]

I’ve used one for years in freshwater and really liked it. What is the problem with it ?

 

[danreef55]

 

[brewermcneil]

What seems to be the problem with it?
I have 2, both running for years with no issues.

It won’t draw water just gurgles even though it’s full

 

[B&CinB.C.]

Hi . Welcome to Reef 2 Reef

 

[00W]

It won’t draw water just gurgles even though it’s full

They are a problem to prime, saying that nicely.
With input and output in the tank ,open the lever and siphon water with your mouth until you got water, close the lever and install.
Turn it on and it should start going.
When you clean it, close the lever and remove.
Won't need to prime again as long as there is water in the lines.
Good luck.

 

[brewermcneil]

They are a problem to prime, saying that nicely.
With input and output in the tank ,open the lever and siphon water with your mouth until you got water, close the lever and install.
Turn it on and it should start going.
When you clean it, close the lever and remove.
Won't need to prime again as long as there is water in the lines.
Good luck.

Tried all of that but thanks for the advice

 

[00W]

Tried all of that but thanks for the advice

Well bummer as long as you have the lines connected right, back to the store it goes...

 

[Idech]

It won’t draw water just gurgles even though it’s full

@brewermcneil have you rocked it from side to side while it’s on ? This often does the trick.

 

[phillyb614]

 

[brewermcneil]

Tried all of that but thanks for the advice

Took it back it was missing bushing and gasket. I got a new one and it seems fine

One question I forgot to ask. How do you secure the hoses

 

[FrugalReeferJon]

 

[PharmrJohn]

Greetings and Welcome to our collective obsession!

 

[CoralB]

Welcome !! :cool: