Regular disassembly and cleaning of the water pump will extend its service life
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The water pump is the heart of a fish tank (aquarium). In order to make this "heart" work properly, the user must know how to maintain it. Otherwise, due to carelessness, the "heart" will stop, which will be a disaster for the fish tank (aquarium).
1. The water pump needs to be disassembled and cleaned regularly
There are many impurities in the aquarium, such as fish excrement, rotten aquatic plants, and residual concentrated feed, which may be sucked into the water pump. Due to the rotation angle of the water pump and the characteristics of the residue, a small part will remain in the pump, and the turbocharger and the rotor stator are most likely to accumulate residues. This kind of dirt will reduce the water output of the water pump, increase the operating temperature, and increase the noise
Therefore, the aquarium pump store recommends that users clean the water pump once a month, open the protective cover of the water pump, remove the turbocharger, motor rotor and shaft, and thoroughly clean the inside of the water pump. For the surface or blind area, you can use a discarded soft-bristled toothbrush to clean it. When cleaning, be sure to pay special attention to the small internal parts, otherwise it will be troublesome if they are lost.
2. The water pump should not be installed too close to the sand.
Some people like to install the water pump close to the bottom of the fish tank, thinking that the dirt will be completely sucked out. In fact, it is useless. As long as the water pump is in circulation, the dirt will be sucked into the filter along with the running water. Installing the water pump too low may suck the gravel at the bottom of the aquarium into the water pump. The gravel will significantly affect the service life of the water pump along with the operation of the water pump.
In addition, do not let the water pump outlet face obstacles too close, and do not intentionally block the outlet or half of it. These behaviors will shorten the service life of the water pump.
3. Pay attention to the cable of the water pump.
The cable used in the water pump is also very important, because it is soaked in water half of the time, even in salt water. Long-term soaking will make the cable stiff and even damaged. After about 5-7 years, the cable on the water pump can be replaced, and it is necessary to replace the new cable.
Summary:
If you want the water pump to last a long time and remain powerful, you must take good care of it, otherwise no matter how expensive the water pump is, it will not last long.
1. The water pump needs to be disassembled and cleaned regularly
There are many impurities in the aquarium, such as fish excrement, rotten aquatic plants, and residual concentrated feed, which may be sucked into the water pump. Due to the rotation angle of the water pump and the characteristics of the residue, a small part will remain in the pump, and the turbocharger and the rotor stator are most likely to accumulate residues. This kind of dirt will reduce the water output of the water pump, increase the operating temperature, and increase the noise
Therefore, the aquarium pump store recommends that users clean the water pump once a month, open the protective cover of the water pump, remove the turbocharger, motor rotor and shaft, and thoroughly clean the inside of the water pump. For the surface or blind area, you can use a discarded soft-bristled toothbrush to clean it. When cleaning, be sure to pay special attention to the small internal parts, otherwise it will be troublesome if they are lost.
2. The water pump should not be installed too close to the sand.
Some people like to install the water pump close to the bottom of the fish tank, thinking that the dirt will be completely sucked out. In fact, it is useless. As long as the water pump is in circulation, the dirt will be sucked into the filter along with the running water. Installing the water pump too low may suck the gravel at the bottom of the aquarium into the water pump. The gravel will significantly affect the service life of the water pump along with the operation of the water pump.
In addition, do not let the water pump outlet face obstacles too close, and do not intentionally block the outlet or half of it. These behaviors will shorten the service life of the water pump.
3. Pay attention to the cable of the water pump.
The cable used in the water pump is also very important, because it is soaked in water half of the time, even in salt water. Long-term soaking will make the cable stiff and even damaged. After about 5-7 years, the cable on the water pump can be replaced, and it is necessary to replace the new cable.
Summary:
If you want the water pump to last a long time and remain powerful, you must take good care of it, otherwise no matter how expensive the water pump is, it will not last long.