Eheim Problems

by **AnimalBoy333 (448)** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 7:32 pm

Hey guys, I need some help, I got a Eheim Classic 150 today and set it up, but when I tried to turn it on, it would not suck up the water, any ideas? Thanks in advance.

by **twotone12valve (319)** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 9:15 pm

The 150 classic is the canister if I'm correct? So what needs to be done,

Step 1: you'll have to get the siphon started on the intake side
Step 2: while water is flowing into the canister plug in the power.
Step 3: your filter should be flowing water!

Note: If your lines have valves the process is much easier.

by **Crazygar (22204)** » Sun Feb 10, 2013 11:14 pm

Try filling up the filter with water from your Aquarium and attempt to start suction this way. Cheating I know, but I do with my Rena all the time.

Gary

by **AnimalBoy333 (448)** » Mon Feb 11, 2013 5:51 pm

Lol, thanks guys, I actually did it before any of the responses were posted. And now as I am looking at it, it looks as if there is no water and runs so quietly! I can't wait to stock up my plants now!

by **Crazygar (22204)** » Mon Feb 11, 2013 7:30 pm

Cool crisis adverted. Good to hear.

Gary

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