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Tunze Osmolator Controller Part
Tunze Osmolator Controller Part
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There are two sensors implemented into the TUNZE Osmolator 3155®, whereas an operating sensor is used to monitor the water level and a safety sensor to prevent an overfilling of the aquarium. The operating sensor scans the water surface, and triggers the controller if the water level falls below the preset water threshold. This switches on the metering pump, which then conveys a sufficient amount of water from the reservoir into the aquarium to replenish the evaporated water. After this process has concluded, the controller which is equipped with an electronic time monitoring, automatically switches off the metering pump. The operating sensor should fail due to technical reasons, the safety sensor will prevent an overfilling of the aquarium, and a signal tone will be emitted. If the metering pump runs longer than 10 minutes it will be shut off for safety reasons. Due to the high rate of evaporation in aquariums with more than 1,000l (264 USgal.) we recommend the use of the switched socket outlet 3150.11 (10) with the recirculation pump Silence 1073.02 or 1073.04 instead of the metering pump 5000.02.
Light-emitting diodes (LEDs) on Controller 5017
When the controller is switched on, an automatic self-test is carried out causing all LEDs to light up for one second, also sounding a warning tone.
Red LED “Too low” is flashing = metering pump had been operating for more than ten minutes and has been switched off. The normal water level has not been reached. Potential cause: Storage container is empty; the hose is soiled or kinked; the pump is defective; air in the pump; soiled, defective or unhooked operating sensor (2). Reset is possible by short disconnection from the mains.
Yellow LED “Pump on” is lit = the connected metering pump (1) is operating. The LED is lit and the pump delivers for at least 15 seconds. Frequent switching is avoided in this way.
Green LED „Level“ is lit = the operating sensor (2) has contact to water. If the operating sensor is without water for more than 3 seconds (LED off), the metering pump starts operating.
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LIGHT
LOW: Place coral at the bottom of the tank. Depending on the type, coral may need to be placed off sand and therefore mounted on a ceramic disc of piece of rock.
MEDIUM: Place coral at mid-range of the tank. Best placed/glued on top of a rock scape at mid-range height.
HIGH: Place coral from mid range to just below water level. SPS coral are shallow growing so they require and are able to tolerate intense light.
FLOW
LOW: Most soft coral do well with a small, gentle pulse. There are certain corals that can even be placed in areas of indirect flow, meaning places aside a rock structure or set into a entrance to a cave style space.
MEDIUM: Many LPS types of coral prefer medium pulse current. Most Euphyllia or corals that have more tissue structure connected to their skeleton, don’t like to be in a high flow area like the direct flow of the wave pump.
HIGH: Similar to high light, SPS enjoy being in some heavy current. Most LPS and SPS that branch encrust or plate prefer high flow that simulates the top water waves.
SKILL
ENTRY: While some may say beginner level, "Entry" is a good term to be used when starting out in the world of corals and marine life. Prior to adding livestock, you want to ensure that your reef has the proper parameters including zero levels of ammonia and nitrite. Seeing traces of nitrate in your waters is a good sign - just keep them at a lower level of 2ppm to 10ppm. Maintaining correct temperature and salinity are a huge factor to stable parameters. Starting to monitor your PH, alkalinity, calcium and magnesium is a great habit to get into to keep a successful reef.
While some soft coral don’t require too much light, having a proper reef light that puts out the proper pars is very important. You'll also want to have a good amount of flow and protected rock areas, as placing corals in their happy spot is ideal for success.
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