NOTE
Indicates information intended to give the user a better understanding.
A Reference to a figure, e.g. Fig. A.
Reference to another section.
BioMaster 250/350/600/850, BioMaster Thermo 250/350/600/850, referred to in the following as "unit", may only be used as specified in the following:
The following restrictions apply to the unit:
Drawn in by a pump in the unit head, the water first flows through the pre-filter then from the bottom to the top through sealed filtration pathways to ensure water flows through all the superimposed layers of filter media. The water then flows back into the aquarium via the spray bar or water distributor. Filter foams with varying pore densities, and Hel-X Biomedia serve as filter media.
In units with heater, the water is heated during its passage through the filter system.
Filter media in Scope of delivery
BioMaster/ BioMaster Thermo 250 | BioMaster/ BioMaster Thermo 350 | BioMaster/ BioMaster Thermo 600 | BioMaster/ BioMaster Thermo 850 | |
45 ppi Carbon Pre-filter foam | 4 | 5 | 6 | 6 |
30 ppi Coarse filter foam | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
20 ppi Ultra-coarse filter foam | 2 | 3 | 3 | 4 |
Hel-X Biomedia | 1 unit | 1 unit | 2 units | 2 units |
Hel-X Biomedia has an extremely large protected settlement surface (8610 ft²/265 gallons) that allows beneficial bacteria to grow and thrive. The material is designed to stop floating as soon as it reaches a certain level of bacteria colonization. Hel-X Biomedia should always be contained in the provided mesh bag.
A | ||
BioMaster Thermo | QTY | |
1 | BioMaster Thermo 250: HeatUp 150 Heater BioMaster Thermo 350: HeatUp 200 Heater BioMaster Thermo 600: HeatUp 300 Heater BioMaster Thermo 850: HeatUp 400 Heater | 1 |
2 | Instruction manual HeatUp | 1 |
BioMaster, BioMaster Thermo | QTY | |
3 | Instruction manual BioMaster 250/350/600/850, BioMaster Thermo 250/350/600/850 | 1 |
4 | HeatUp adapter | 1 |
5 | Plug | 1 |
6 | Handle | 1 |
7 | Unit head | 1 |
8 | Pre-filter with Prime button | 1 |
9 | Inlet and outlet connection unit with check valve | 1 |
10 | Fastener clamps | 4 |
11 | Filter unit, filled with filter media | 1 |
12 | Rubber feet | 4 |
B | ||
Inlet assembly, Outlet assembly | QTY | |
1 | Inlet pipe | 1 |
2 | Flexible tubing (5/8 in. ID x 13 ft.) | 1 |
3 | Spray bar | 2 |
4 | Suction cup | 5 |
5 | Adjustable inlet/outlet adapter | 2 |
6 | Inlet pipe adapter | 1 |
7 | Inlet strainer | 1 |
8 | Clip | 5 |
9 | Elbow | 1 |
10 | Locking nut | 4 |
11 | Connecting piece | 1 |
12 | Water distributor nozzle | 1 |
13 | Spray bar cap | 1 |
NOTE
The following applies to all units with a heater:
Hot surface!
Risk of burns when touching the glass bulb.
Risk of breaking the glass!
The glass bulb of the heater can break and cause cuts.
(BioMaster Thermo models)
The heater has to be removed for cleaning, maintenance, and for removing the unit head.
How to proceed:
C
How to proceed:
D
The connection unit has to be removed for cleaning, maintenance, and for removing the unit head when tubing is connected.
Prerequisite: The lever can only be moved when the pre-filter is locked.
How to proceed:
E
Prerequisite: The lever can only be moved when the pre-filter is locked.
How to proceed:
F
The pre-filter has to be removed for cleaning, maintenance, and for removing the unit head.
Prerequisite: The lever can only be moved when the connection unit is unlocked.
How to proceed:
G
Prerequisite: The lever can only be moved when the connection unit is unlocked.
How to proceed:
H
The unit head has to be removed for cleaning, maintenance, and for changing the filter media.
Prerequisites:
How to proceed:
I
How to proceed:
J
Order of tasks to be carried out:
How to proceed:
K
NOTE
Thoroughly rinse out all filter material with warm tap water before using for the first time in order to remove any soiling. ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media)
BioMaster 250/350/600/850 non Thermo models can be retrofitted with OASE HeatUp heater.
BioMaster | 250 | 350 | 600 | 850 | |
HeatUp | 25 | - | - | - | - |
50 | |||||
100 | |||||
150 | |||||
200 | - | ||||
300 | - | - | |||
400 | - | - | - |
: Suitable
: Particularly recommended
Prerequisite: The filter unit is unplugged. ( Switching off the unit)
NOTE
When the filter is filled with water, water may spill when the heater is inserted.
How to proceed:
L
How to proceed:
M
The outlet assembly can either be installed using the spray bars or the water distributor
How to proceed:
N
The procedure is identical for the inlet (IN) and outlet (OUT).
Prerequisite: Install the unit. Install the unit next to or under the aquarium. Note the maximum head height. ( Technical data)
How to proceed:
O
For initial start-up or after thorough cleaning, it is necessary to expel air from the filter system. When the filter unit, inlet assembly and tubing are free of trapped air, the pump can convey the water by itself through the filter system. ( Expelling air from the filter system)
Prerequisite: The unit is unplugged. ( Switching off the unit)
How to proceed:
P
NOTE
Ensure that the pump never runs dry! The pump will be destroyed.
NOTE
Risk of fire due to the hot surface of the heater! The heater and filter can be destroyed by the generated heat.
How to proceed:
Q
How to proceed:
How to proceed:
R
Malfunction | Cause | Remedy |
Unit does not start up | No mains voltage | Check the mains voltage |
Impeller unit blocked | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit) | |
Air in the filter | Vent the filter. Move the filter from side to side, if necessary, to allow the remaining air to escape. | |
Water flow insufficient | Impeller unit soiled | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit) |
Impeller unit worn | Replace the impeller unit ( Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit) | |
The flow is not correctly set | Correct the setting ( Setting the flow rate) | |
Foam filter of the pre-filter soiled | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media) | |
Filter media in the filter unit soiled | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media) | |
Inlet strainer clogged | Clean | |
Pipework soiled | Clean inlet assembly, outlet assembly, and tubing | |
Insufficient filtering performance | Foam filter of the pre-filter soiled | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the filter foams of the pre-filter) |
Foam filter of the pre-filter worn | Replace ( Cleaning/replacing the filter foams of the pre-filter) | |
Filter media in the filter unit soiled | Clean ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media) | |
Filter media in the filter unit worn | Replace ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media) | |
Insufficient water heating(Only units with heater, HeatUp manual) | Heater defective | Replace |
Heater not calibrated | Calibrate | |
Water temperature incorrectly set on the heater | Correct the water temperature setting on the heater | |
Water flow insufficient | See malfunction "Water flow insufficient" | |
The filter cannot be vented | Valve box in the pre-filter blocked | Clean the valve box ( Cleaning the valve box of the pre-filter) |
Filter is not below the surface of the water | Install the filter below the surface of the water | |
Increased noise | Air in the filter | Move the filter from side to side to allow the remaining air to escape |
NOTE
Thoroughly rinse out all filter material with warm tap water before using for the first time in order to remove any soiling. ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media)
Cleaning and maintenance work: | |
Area | Tasks to be carried out |
Foam filter, pre-filter | ( Cleaning/replacing the foam filter of the pre-filter) |
Filter media, filter unit | ( Cleaning/replacing the filter media) |
Heater | HeatUp instruction manual 25/50/100/150/200/300/400 |
Impeller unit, pump casing | ( Cleaning/replacing the impeller unit) |
Valve box, pre-filter | ( Cleaning the valve box of the pre-filter) |
Suction chamber, pre-filter | ( Cleaning the suction chamber of the pre-filter) |
NOTE
The cycle for cleaning the foam filter in the pre-filter is longer if a coarser foam filter is used.
Prerequisite: The pre-filter has been removed. ( Removing the pre-filter)
How to proceed:
S
Filter media on delivery: | |
a | Filter foam 30 ppi |
b | Filter foam 20 ppi |
c | Hel-X Biomedia, always place them contained in the bag into the strainer casing |
Prerequisite: The unit head is removed. ( Dismantling the unit head)
How to proceed:
T
Prerequisite: The unit head is removed ( Dismantling the unit head)
How to proceed:
U
The valve box only has to be cleaned if venting does not function even though the filter foams of the prefilter have been cleaned.
Prerequisite: The pre-filter has been removed.
( Removing the pre-filter)
How to proceed:
V
The suction chamber only has to be cleaned if venting does not function even though the filter foams and valve box of the pre-filter have been cleaned.
Prerequisite: The pre-filter has been removed. ( Removing the pre-filter)
There is a strong spring in the suction chamber that can act like a projectile.
Risk of injury due to parts flying around
How to proceed:
W
The following components are wear parts and are excluded from the warranty:
The use of original parts from OASE ensures continued safe and reliable operation of the unit. Please visit our website for spare parts. https://www.oase-livingwater.com
Filter foams
Choose any combination of replacement pre-filter foams to create the best filtration for your aquarium's needs
Item no. | Description |
49626 | BioMaster 30 ppi Pre-filter Foam Set |
49560 | BioMaster 45 ppi Pre-filter Foam Set |
49583 | BioMaster 60 ppi Pre-filter Foam Set |
49744 | BioMaster 45 ppi Carbon Pre-filter Foam Set |
Description | BioMaster, BioMaster Thermo | |||||
250 | 350 | 600 | 850 | |||
Rated voltage | V | 120 | 120 | 120 | 120 | |
Mains frequency | Hz | 60 | 60 | 60 | 60 | |
Protection type | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | IPX4 | ||
Power consumption, filter | W | 15 | 16 | 23 | 25 | |
Power consumption, heater (BioMaster Thermo models) | W | 150 | 200 | 300 | 400 | |
Flow rate | Max. | gph | 250 | 300 | 350 | 400 |
Head height | Max. | ft. | 5.6 | 5.9 | 6.6 | 7.4 |
Filter volume | gal | 1.2 | 1.5 | 1.8 | 2.1 | |
Pre-filter volume | l | 0.4 | 0.5 | 0.6 | 0.6 | |
Suitable for aquariums up to max. | gal | 66 | 90 | 160 | 225 | |
Length of power connection cable | ft. | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | |
Inlet/outlet connection unit fits tubing | Inner Diameter | in. | 16 mm, 5/8 in. | |||
Unit dimensions | Length | in. | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 |
Width | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 | 9.4 | ||
Height | 14.6 | 16.7 | 19 | 22 | ||
Weight | lbs. | 9 | 10 | 11 | 12 |
Splash-water protected on all sides. | |
Protection class II, protection insulation which could become live in the event of a fault. | |
For use indoors. |
READ AND FOLLOW ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS!
Keep these instructions in a safe place.
This unit can be used by children aged 8 and above and by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities or lack of experience and knowledge if they are supervised or have been instructed on how to use the unit in a safe way and they understand the hazards involved. Do not allow children to play with the unit. Only allow children to carry out cleaning and user maintenance under supervision. Disconnect the power plug before carrying out any work on the unit.
To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed, including the following:
SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS!
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