Tetra Fish Tank Heater Instructions

Control light for the heating phase.

Tetra fish tank heater instructions.

Likewise it s best to keep the tetra fish in a densely planted tank. All tetra ht heaters have red green indicator lights to let you know when the heater is heating red or on standby green. Tetras are shy fish and tend to hide in a darker place in your aquarium if frightened or stressed. Extend the tube as close to the bottom of the tank without being in the gravel.

The low voltage thermostat maintains water at 78 f without any adjustment required. If it is too long you can cut it to. How to install a submersible aquarium heater. Buying a heater too small for your tank can cause under heating.

Presently i m running a 100w tetra preset heater in my evo tank and it s dead on 77 5 78 accurate. Choose an appropriate powered submersible aquarium heater for the number of gallons of water in your fish tank. 68 72 f ideal water temperature for tropical fish. Be sure to open the filter lid and fill the filter with water to prime the pump.

Heaters fish can t produce their own body heat. This way you can adjust your aquarium heater to maintain the temperature of the water. A heater is an essential piece of equipment because fish rely on the temperature of the water for their body heat. Electronic switch for ultimate reliability and safety.

Once the light comes on leave the heater for another half hour or more. If the tank still needs to be warmed up wait until the indicator light on the heater is off and then carefully turn the thermostat up until the light just turns on. The ideal temperature for tetra fish is 78 f since it is a tropical freshwater fish. Whether you re new to the hobby want to try your hand at a larger tank or would love to bring your fascination with fish to a new part of your home or even your workplace our aquarium kits make setting up quick and easy.

If the temperature is still too cool after the half hour repeat this procedure. Buying a heater too small for your tank can cause under heating. It is critical to ensure your tank is equipped with a hood or glass canopy to contain the heat inside the aquarium. Be sure purchase the correct heater for your tank size.

Check the instructions. I went with the cobalt heater even though many reviews mentioned the flaws and i was always talking it up until september and the loss of about half the reef. Be sure purchase the correct heater for your tank size. All tetra ht heaters will shut off if an electrical short is detected for your safety.

Ideal water temperature for goldfish.