Eheim AEH3531090 Quick Vac Pro Automatic Gravel Sludge Extractor Vacuum Cleaner

Vac let down

Didn't work like I thought it would, made more mess than it worth

By TOM STEFANSKY on Marine Depot - Apr 17, 2012

Vac let down

Didn't work like I thought it would, made more mess than it worth

By TOM STEFANSKY on PetStore.com - Apr 17, 2012

Vac let down

Didn't work like I thought it would, made more mess than it worth

By TOM STEFANSKY on Marine Depot - Apr 17, 2012

eheim quick vac works well

This device works as advertised and seems to have all the quality design and construction typical of Eheim products. I was able to start using it almost immediately without reading the manual. Just put it together, 5 pieces if you include the removable container. It is powered by 4 AA batteries, which are supplied. Many claim it is a bit under powered with AAs. 2 C size might be better. The truth...
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This device works as advertised and seems to have all the quality design and construction typical of Eheim products. I was able to start using it almost immediately without reading the manual. Just put it together, 5 pieces if you include the removable container. It is powered by 4 AA batteries, which are supplied. Many claim it is a bit under powered with AAs. 2 C size might be better. The truth is that the system could not handle more flow into the container. Plus it is not made to catch fine dusty colloidal particles. They go right through the container screen. so you would be just clouding your tank temporarily. I had a lot of uneaten food built up in my thick bottom cover. It only took only two containers fill ups to clear the whole tank, including some leaves it sucked up also. I am very glad to replace my old vacuum device with this Eheim. the old one was about ten pieces of cheap plastic and a capture back tied on with a string - nasty!

By THOMAS HANLEY on Marine Depot - Jan 28, 2012

ONE GREAT CLEANING TOOL

I HAVE HAD TROPICAL FISH SINCE CHILDHOOD,,TOO MANY YEARS TO COUNT. THIS MACHINE IS PERFECT FOR WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR,,A CLEANER TO USE IN BREEDER TANKS,,AND IN-BETWEEN PARTICAL WATER CHANGES. IT'S GREAT FOR PLANTED TANKS AS A GRAVEL WASHER. I FOUND IF YOU EXTEND THE WATER INTAKE RIGHT BELOW THE IMPELLER WITH A PLASIC TUBE,,OR PLASTIC HOSE,AND RUN IT OUT THE END OF THE UNIT,,IT REALLY PICKS UP...
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I HAVE HAD TROPICAL FISH SINCE CHILDHOOD,,TOO MANY YEARS TO COUNT. THIS MACHINE IS PERFECT FOR WHAT I WAS LOOKING FOR,,A CLEANER TO USE IN BREEDER TANKS,,AND IN-BETWEEN PARTICAL WATER CHANGES. IT'S GREAT FOR PLANTED TANKS AS A GRAVEL WASHER. I FOUND IF YOU EXTEND THE WATER INTAKE RIGHT BELOW THE IMPELLER WITH A PLASIC TUBE,,OR PLASTIC HOSE,AND RUN IT OUT THE END OF THE UNIT,,IT REALLY PICKS UP ANYTHING AND EVERYTHING FAST. IT'S VERY VERSITAL AND EASY TO CLEAN. I HAVE TWO UNITS,,AND CUST SVC AT EHEIM IS GREAT TOO. AND IT IS WATER TIGHT. THIS UNIT IS CALLED SLUDGE EXTRACTOR,,GRAVEL WASHER OR QUICK VAC PRO AUTO GRAVEL CLEANER AND SLUDGE EXTRACTOR. THEY ARE ALL THE SAME UNIT DEPENDING WHERE YOU LIVE. GIVE IT A TRY.

By DONALD MOUNCE on Marine Depot - Jun 1, 2011