10 Tips for Terrific Terrariums:To create a shallow water area, use a pre-formed reptile pool, or make your own from a plastic plant potFor larger bodies of water, separate the land mass with a strip of glass or plastic. Use aquarium silicone for a watertight sealWhen building an environment for turtles, do not put gravel in the bottom of the water areaCover gravel or soil in dry areas with moss to add warmth, color and characterAdd rocks, twigs, driftwood, leaves or small branches to enhance the terrarium's natural appearance>LI>Bring your habitat to life by plantscaping with a variety of live plants suitable for terrariumsAs a practical alternative to live plants, consider plastic or silk plants, which require little or no maintenanceLighting can be used to create periods of day and night. Do not exceed 8-10 hours of light per dayIncorporate an appropriate background photo or potted plants behind your terrarium to complete your terrarium's natural lookIf you intend to keep a variety of reptile species together, consult your local pet retailer first for guidance and compatibilityInstructions: Refer to complete instructions provided to verify all parts for assembly are included in the packagePress outflow tube into pump discharge openingSlide O-ring over elbow fitting, keeping it approximately 1/4" from the end of the elbow fitting openingPlace assembled pump in bottom of Decorative ReptoFilter. Slide outflow tube with O-ring into groove at top of front of filter. Slide down until O-ring seats at bottom of groove to form a watertight seal. Route pump cord through small notch at rear top of filterRinse cartridge filters under cold tap water to remove any carbon dustInsert filter cartridges into slots on either side of pump and slide all the way down until seated on bottom*Place lid on filterPlace filter unit in corner of tank, and fill until water level is between minimum and maximum lines (levels are indicated on the side of the filter)Plug in filter and create drip loop. (For more information see Safety Instructions below)*Replace filter cartridges every two weeks or sooner for optimal performanceSafety Instructions:Special care should be taken to avoid possible electric shock, since water is employed in the use of aquarium equipment. Do not attempt any repairs by yourself; return the ReptoFilter appliance to an authorized service facility for service or discard the applianceWarning: To guard against injury, observe basic safety precautions, including the following:If the ReptoFilter appliance shows any sign of abnormal water leakage, immediately unplug it from the power source Carefully examine the appliance after installation. Unplug the appliance if there is water on parts not intended to get wetDo not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or if it is malfunctioning, or if it has been dropped or damaged in any mannerTo avoid getting the appliance plug or receptacle wet, position the aquarium to the side of a wall-mounted outlet in order to prevent water from dripping onto the plug or outlet. Arrange a "drip loop" for each cord connecting an aquarium appliance to an outlet. The "drip loop" is part of the cord below the level of the outlet (or if using an extension cord, below the level of the connector that prevents water from traveling along the cord and coming in contact with the outletIf the plug or outlet should get wet, don't unplug the cord. Disconnect the fuse or circuit breaker that supplies power to the appliance. Once the power has been disconnected, unplug the cord and examine it for the presence of water in the outletAlways unplug the appliance from an outlet when it is not in use. Also, unplug it before cleaning, and prior to disconnecting or attaching parts. Never yank the cord to pull the plug from the outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to disconnectDo not use an appliance for anything other than its intended use. Do not use attachments that are not recommended or sold by the manufacturer; they may cause an unsafe conditionDo not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to the weather or to temperatures below freezingMake sure the appliance is securely installed before operating itIf an extension cord is necessary, use a cord with a rating that matches or exceeds the rating of the appliance. A cord rated for fewer amperes or watts than the appliance rating may overheat. Arrange the cord so that it will not trip anybody, and that it will not be pulled in any wayThis appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully into the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electrician. Never use with an extension cord unless the plug can be fully inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety featureTo avoid injury, do not touch moving partsSupervise children closely when they are near or using the appliance
Tetra Decorative ReptoFilter for Frogs, Newts & Turtles
Dimensions: 10"L X 8"W, 10"L X 8"W
