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Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement

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Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement

Introduction

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This guide outlines the procedures in replacing the filter cartridge of a Top Fin 20gal Filter.

A filter cartridge creates healthy water for fish by converting harmful chemicals like ammonia and nitrite into less harmful nitrates.

Replacing the filter cartridge in a filter is common for aquarium owners who want to maintain a healthy environment for their fish in an aquarium.

Before using this guide, ensure you have a new filter cartridge that is compatible with the filter.

What you need

Tools

    1. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement, Filter cartridge: step 1, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement, Filter cartridge: step 1, image 2 of 2
      • Make sure the filter is turned off!

      • Unplug the filter.

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    2. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 2, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 2, image 2 of 2
      • Remove the filter lid by pushing it up with both hands.

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    3. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 3, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 3, image 2 of 2
      • Pull the old filter cartridge out of the filter.

      • Dispose of it in the garbage afterwards.

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    4. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 4, image 1 of 1
      • Rinse the new filter cartridge with cold water.

      • Cold water removes dust in the filter cartridge.

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    5. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 5, image 1 of 3 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 5, image 2 of 3 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 5, image 3 of 3
      • Insert the filter cartridge replacement into the filter slot.

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    6. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 6, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 6, image 2 of 2
      • Pour water into the filter using a small bucket of water.

      • At least half a bucket of water is sufficient.

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    7. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 7, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 7, image 2 of 2
      • Put the lid back on.

      • Ensure a click sound is made to secure the lid.

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    8. Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 8, image 1 of 2 Top Fin 20gal Filter Replacement: step 8, image 2 of 2
      • Plug in the filter.

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Conclusion

The filter should power on and water flows through the filter.

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