Thank goodness for this video. My two 6 year old C3's had almost zero flow. I had no idea how easy it was to remove the motor and clean the impeller and casing. I had planned on just buying another C3 ... so this video saved me from having to buy a replacement.
I solved the low flow issues, noisy cranking sound and clogging issues... on newly bought set of 1 week... simply following the video BUT also, by removing and cleaning the impeller casing as well! Wish that portion was in this video!!! side note: the filter cover should be on as much as possible. because the left and right flow (when moved completely left or right, especially the left lower flow side) will cause the cranking noise... so the filter cover does "balance everything out" I should also add that, not to squeeze the carbon bag when rinsing as it easily tears and causes the activated carbon to leak... the small pieces of carbon also cause the filter to make cranking noises and get displaced into the impeller, filter areas etc...
hi, does this filter back siphon water back into the tank after a power failure or unplugging filter? does it keep it's suction to restart filter when power is back on? thanks, asap!!
Hi James, we're sorry to hear about this! If you suspect the filter is defective, we encourage you to return it to the retailer from which you purchased it for troubleshooting and exchange if necessary. You can also contact our customer support team for more assistance: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/
Great System love Fluval my C4 is making grinding noise even tho it’s clean now this is over 7 yrs old and it is simple fix it’s impeller with magnet that’s worn out which is normal were and tear... Wish if fluval would replace it for me how many aquariums I got and fluval products but that’s alright $15 cant complain Alan
Can you tell me how much clearance I need for the C3 and C4? I have a tanks that's been set up for about 10 years... it's running a Fluval 405... and I'd like to run another filter for filtration and circulation... but I can find the dimensions for "tank to wall clearance"...
I love this filter, it looks nice and seems to do well. Got my new one a week ago. I just don't use any chemial filtration (blackwater aquarium), so I filled the chemical basket up with bio media rings in order to add some more biological filtration. The only "downside" to this filter is, as the motor is outside of the tank, it makes some noise compared to the juwel bioflow super that is inside my tank. But nothing bad as my aquarium is in the office of my house and not in my bedroom.
Hi there, we're sorry to hear about this. Please try thoroughly cleaning out the impeller, impeller shaft and impeller well - there can sometimes be debris left over from manufacturing processes that could be causing this issue. If that doesn't help, we encourage you to bring the filter to the retailer from which you purchased it for troubleshooting and replacement if necessary. You can also contact our customer support team for more assistance: us.fluvalaquatics.com/contact-us
I work on aquarium store for a 10 year, the motor mini metal tube it loosens, is the same like Aqua Clear bram filter, motor have that problem, i dont like
If I have a standard 5.5 gal tank with one fan tail gold fish that is about 3 inches, can I use the C2 filter? Even though it is rated for up to 30 gallons, I was wondering if it would still be okay for a smaller tank? There are no live plants.
Being Fluval we do not have marina set ups at easy disposal, we can tell you that the C2 does have a 1 inch wide support that rests on the frame of the tank at it is 5.5 inches wide, hope that helps.
David, there is a leveling clip on the bottom of the filter case that is included to ensure the filter is parallel to the side of the aquarium. We did not cover that in this video and should have.
Hi Almita, contact our Customer Service department to speak to one of our technicians, who will troubleshoot the source of the noise with you. The contact information for local Customer Service offices is on our Website: www.fluvalaquatics.com/us/fluval-support/
Hello. I'm a newbie to filters. I have a c2. I bought it along with the tank from a previous owner and know nothing about it. The pump started making a grinding noise. I just took it apart and cleaned it out trying get any debris. It didn't seem to help at all. Also I was wondering if there was any part of the filter that I need to change out on a regular basis, how often and what would the product be called?
Samantha, we recommend a new impeller, that is the only moving part and it does wear. You can find it at your local fish store that sells Fluval products, they can always order one if they don't have it in stock.
It is important to consider the fact that there are 5 filtration stages, cumulatively this adds up to more than enough media for the tank size ranges this type of filter would be used on.
If you use it on a reef make sure to rinse and replace filter media regularly. In the case of a marine aquarium it is more important to regularly remove trapped organic debris from the filter.
Desiree villarreal What size planted tank do you have, and what are the types of plants you are planning on - larger, broad leaf varieties or a denser fast growth type mix with bunch type plants?
Desiree villarreal Thanks for providing these details. The Jungle Val will grow upwards and then across the surface of your tank, so we would go with the U4 here since it will be easier to direct the current. With the C-Series, the output would be blowing the Jungle Val surface growth about.
Hello and thank you for your question. The Vista aquariums were designed specifically to accommodate the Aquaclear filters therefore, we have not tested the C series filters on these aquariums.
We do offer a surface extractor, is very effective. Here is the link for your convenience: fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product-category/filtration-media/filtration/filtration-surface-skimmers/
They are still available in many markets - please contact our customer service department for availability in your region: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/.
While this is a video on maintenance we certainly do appreciate your helpful reminder, yes the filter leveling device is very important in ensuring the filter operates properly, thanks!
This product is noisy! If you expect to just hear water running into the tank you'll be very disappointed. Other than the noise I have no complaints. Many people say it's quiet so there may be quality control issues with some samples having the problem and others not. Basically it's an Aquaclear with different media configuration. Identical motor, impeller, same company. I'd bet they have the same noise issue too. I wish they'd find a fix or offer support to customers having this problem. It sounds like there's a white noise machine in the room!
Ronald, as experienced aquarists here at Fluval HQ we can certainly vouch for how quiet this filter is. Perhaps there is something caught in the impeller chamber of your filter or the impeller needs to be replaced, have you removed the motor assembly to check? Also, what is the water level in your aquarium?
Thank goodness for this video. My two 6 year old C3's had almost zero flow. I had no idea how easy it was to remove the motor and clean the impeller and casing. I had planned on just buying another C3 ... so this video saved me from having to buy a replacement.
We're happy the video was helpful! 😄
I solved the low flow issues, noisy cranking sound and clogging issues... on newly bought set of 1 week... simply following the video BUT also, by removing and cleaning the impeller casing as well! Wish that portion was in this video!!! side note: the filter cover should be on as much as possible. because the left and right flow (when moved completely left or right, especially the left lower flow side) will cause the cranking noise... so the filter cover does "balance everything out" I should also add that, not to squeeze the carbon bag when rinsing as it easily tears and causes the activated carbon to leak... the small pieces of carbon also cause the filter to make cranking noises and get displaced into the impeller, filter areas etc...
hi, does this filter back siphon water back into the tank after a power failure or unplugging filter? does it keep it's suction to restart filter when power is back on?
thanks, asap!!
hi can check wait out water ran pump?
Bought myself a c2 for the quarantine tank. Working good!! UNBOXING on my channel.
An intake sponge solves a lot of issues .
I just purchased a fluval c3 2 weeks ago. Now, the maintenance indicator stopped going up and down with the water level.
Hi James, we're sorry to hear about this! If you suspect the filter is defective, we encourage you to return it to the retailer from which you purchased it for troubleshooting and exchange if necessary. You can also contact our customer support team for more assistance: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/
Great System love Fluval my C4 is making grinding noise even tho it’s clean now this is over 7 yrs old and it is simple fix it’s impeller with magnet that’s worn out which is normal were and tear...
Wish if fluval would replace it for me how many aquariums I got and fluval products but that’s alright $15 cant complain
Alan
Can you tell me how much clearance I need for the C3 and C4?
I have a tanks that's been set up for about 10 years... it's running a Fluval 405... and I'd like to run another filter for filtration and circulation... but I can find the dimensions for "tank to wall clearance"...
The C3 would need roughly 3.25" (8.2cm) and the C4 would need about 4" (10cm).
Jast check ran or no
how often?
PLEASE fix your audio - its only coming through the left channel, and its annoying@!
Scott Veirs First world problem. Get over it.
@@toddsimmons6003 wow... trolling a post from FIVE years ago... you really work hard to be a troll eh. GFY
Good products, thumbs up
I love this filter, it looks nice and seems to do well. Got my new one a week ago. I just don't use any chemial filtration (blackwater aquarium), so I filled the chemical basket up with bio media rings in order to add some more biological filtration. The only "downside" to this filter is, as the motor is outside of the tank, it makes some noise compared to the juwel bioflow super that is inside my tank. But nothing bad as my aquarium is in the office of my house and not in my bedroom.
Bought it a week ago stopped working took the impeller out cleaned it …. And nothing it’s over heating 😒
Hi there, we're sorry to hear about this. Please try thoroughly cleaning out the impeller, impeller shaft and impeller well - there can sometimes be debris left over from manufacturing processes that could be causing this issue. If that doesn't help, we encourage you to bring the filter to the retailer from which you purchased it for troubleshooting and replacement if necessary. You can also contact our customer support team for more assistance: us.fluvalaquatics.com/contact-us
I work on aquarium store for a 10 year, the motor mini metal tube it loosens, is the same like Aqua Clear bram filter, motor have that problem, i dont like
If I have a standard 5.5 gal tank with one fan tail gold fish that is about 3 inches, can I use the C2 filter? Even though it is rated for up to 30 gallons, I was wondering if it would still be okay for a smaller tank? There are no live plants.
Steven yes you can, it does have an adjustable flow control.
Would you be able to tell me if the C2 Power Filter could fit on the gap of a 10G LED Marinia Tank that used to fit a S15 Marina.
Being Fluval we do not have marina set ups at easy disposal, we can tell you that the C2 does have a 1 inch wide support that rests on the frame of the tank at it is 5.5 inches wide, hope that helps.
Is this a clip on outside of the Aquarium filter?
David, there is a leveling clip on the bottom of the filter case that is included to ensure the filter is parallel to the side of the aquarium. We did not cover that in this video and should have.
my filter is making noise how do I fix it ?
Hi Almita, contact our Customer Service department to speak to one of our technicians, who will troubleshoot the source of the noise with you. The contact information for local Customer Service offices is on our Website: www.fluvalaquatics.com/us/fluval-support/
almitasaurus my too is making noise I’m replacing impeller and magnet that comes with it..
Problem solved👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼$15
Hello. I'm a newbie to filters. I have a c2. I bought it along with the tank from a previous owner and know nothing about it. The pump started making a grinding noise. I just took it apart and cleaned it out trying get any debris. It didn't seem to help at all. Also I was wondering if there was any part of the filter that I need to change out on a regular basis, how often and what would the product be called?
Samantha, we recommend a new impeller, that is the only moving part and it does wear. You can find it at your local fish store that sells Fluval products, they can always order one if they don't have it in stock.
Fluval Aquatics thank you. I will get right on that.
I have an Aquaclear 50, size wise how do the C2 and C3 compare? Would the C2 compare to the size of a AQ50?
The C3 has greater output, for a full comparison please visit fluvalaquatics.com. Versus the AQ 50 you would compare against the C3.
Fluval Aquatics I've heard via a supplier in Australia the C2 and C3 are being discontinued and replaced with new models?
is there enough media in that little box
It is important to consider the fact that there are 5 filtration stages, cumulatively this adds up to more than enough media for the tank size ranges this type of filter would be used on.
hello, which filter you recommend for my aquarium 25g, I have a couple of scalar and is planted with Sagitaria, anubias, and many rocks
will the filter be good for reef tanks like 29gallons
If you use it on a reef make sure to rinse and replace filter media regularly. In the case of a marine aquarium it is more important to regularly remove trapped organic debris from the filter.
Hey fluval do u recommend this type of filter or the u4 for a planted tank ?
Desiree villarreal What size planted tank do you have, and what are the types of plants you are planning on - larger, broad leaf varieties or a denser fast growth type mix with bunch type plants?
40gal and im growing both hardy plants java fern, jungle val and dwarf hair grass.
Desiree villarreal Thanks for providing these details. The Jungle Val will grow upwards and then across the surface of your tank, so we would go with the U4 here since it will be easier to direct the current. With the C-Series, the output would be blowing the Jungle Val surface growth about.
I agree with audio it was driving me nuts Too. I stopped the video ...If your doing reviews for Fluval I don't think they will be too happy
This was produced by Fluval.
No C1 for 5 gallon
will these be sold in the UK
Hi Lee, thanks for asking, but there are no plans to bring the C-Series to the UK at this time.
hi, will the fluval C2 fit the fluval vista 8.5 gallons?
Hello and thank you for your question. The Vista aquariums were designed specifically to accommodate the Aquaclear filters therefore, we have not tested the C series filters on these aquariums.
+Fluval Aquatics could u perhaps give me a measurement of the gap of the C2 in which the rim of an aquarium is supposed to go in?
What about surface cleaning.
Nothing there to suck bio film .fluval must work in this.
We do offer a surface extractor, is very effective. Here is the link for your convenience: fluvalaquatics.com/ca/product-category/filtration-media/filtration/filtration-surface-skimmers/
i don't think they make these anymore
They are still available in many markets - please contact our customer service department for availability in your region: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/.
YOU DID NOT TELL US ABOUT THE FLUVAL C3 LEVELING DEVICE
While this is a video on maintenance we certainly do appreciate your helpful reminder, yes the filter leveling device is very important in ensuring the filter operates properly, thanks!
This product is noisy! If you expect to just hear water running into the tank you'll be very disappointed. Other than the noise I have no complaints. Many people say it's quiet so there may be quality control issues with some samples having the problem and others not. Basically it's an Aquaclear with different media configuration. Identical motor, impeller, same company. I'd bet they have the same noise issue too. I wish they'd find a fix or offer support to customers having this problem. It sounds like there's a white noise machine in the room!
Ronald, as experienced aquarists here at Fluval HQ we can certainly vouch for how quiet this filter is. Perhaps there is something caught in the impeller chamber of your filter or the impeller needs to be replaced, have you removed the motor assembly to check? Also, what is the water level in your aquarium?