Maxspect XF250 Gyre Flow Generator Pump with Advanced

Owner’s Manual

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Dear Customer,

Thank you for purchasing this product.

For optimum performance and safety, please read these instructions carefully.

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Please check the content in the package.

XF230 / XF250

Controller Unit Power Supply Unit

Package Content

XF280

Controller Unit

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Precautions

Before using this Maxspect™ Gyre System please read these operating instructions carefully. Take special care to follow the safety suggestions listed below.

Afterwards keep this manual handy for future reference.

Before using the Maxspect

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Gyre System

1. Remove any plastic bags and packaging material protecting the pump and controller unit.

Safety on Power Supply

1. Power Source – Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong is provided for your safety. If the plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

2. Power Cord Protection – The power supply cords should be routed so that they are not likely to be walked on or pinched by items placed upon or against them. Never take hold of the plug or cord if your hand is wet, and always grasp the plug body when connecting or disconnecting it.

3. Installation – Install indoor only, and use the attachments and accessories provided and specified by the manufacturer.

Safety on Magnet Mount

1. CAUTION - Very strong magnetic mount included in the package.

2. CAUTION - keep the magnet mount out of reach of children, as there is risk of severe personal injury otherwise!

3. Handle the magnet mount with their proper handle, and do not bring the both side together directly. Do not put your fingers between the magnet mounts.

4. Magnet mount can attract metal objects, keep clear of metal objects when handling the magnetic mount to avoid injuries.

5. Magnet mount can also damage electronic and magnetic storage devices such as USB storage devices, pacemakers, credit cards, etc. Keep clear of these devices when handling the magnetic mount to avoid damaging them.

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Precautions

Safety on Pulsing Motion generated by the Gyre System

1. Making pulses and waves with the Gyre System can place additional stress on the aquarium glass/acrylic and its joints. Not all aquariums are able or designed to withstand this stress and failure of the glass/acrylic and/or joints could result. Please consult with your aquarium manufacturer to determine if the aquarium construction is adequate to withstand the additional stress generated by the pulses and waves motion. Please also check to assure that your aquarium stand or furniture is properly leveled, which will help reduce the additional stress resulting from wave generation.

2. Maxspect DISCLAIMS AND WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR, damage to any aquarium or their surroundings, water damage, or any other consequential damages resulting from wave generation. MAKE PULSES AND WAVES AT YOUR OWN RISK.

Operation – Controller Unit

1. Operation – Always follow the operation instructions set forth in this manual when using this controller unit.

2. Heat – The controller unit should be situated away from heat sources such as radiators, and do not expose to excessive heat such as sunshine, fire or the like.

3. Moisture – To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose the controller unit to rain, moisture, dripping or splashing.

4. Water Damage – DO NOT immerse in water. If the controller unit falls into the water,

DO NOT reaches for it! First unplug it and then retrieve it. If electrical components of the appliance get wet, unplug the appliance immediately.

Operation – Gyre Pump

1. Placement – The Gyre pump creates high levels of flow within your aquarium. Please place the Gyre in an area where corals are not too close to the output flow of the pump.

2. Stall – In the event of a motor stall, the Gyre pump may have stopped for a few possible reasons. You should first check that there is not something blocking the rotors from spinning.

3. Overheating – The Gyre pump is designed to run underwater. Do not run the Gyre pump when it is not submerged in water. Doing so will cause the Gyre pump module to overheat and could damage the pump component.

4. Cleaning – Please follow the instruction in this manual to clean the Gyre regularly.

5. Power Outage – During power outage, if a battery backup accessory is added to the

Gyre pump, the pump will automatically switch to Battery Backup mode during a power outage. The pumps will run at the minimum speed to maximize their run time during this critical period.

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Installation

Connecting the Gyre System

1. The Gyre System has a built-in safety mechanism. You must first

connect the cable from the Controller to the Gyre Pump then connect the cable from the Power Supply to the Controller.

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XF230/XF250

XF280

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The Gyre Controller Unit

Operating Instructions

Setup Mode Button

Switch Mode Button

Indicator Lights

Switching between modes

Control Dial

Feeding mode

Set time / Battery backup setting mode

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Operating Instructions

OLED Screen Icon

Water Movement Modes

Constant Speed Mode

Pulsing Mode

Gradual Pulsing Mode

Random Mode

Alternating Gyre Mode

Variables

Maximum flow

Minimum flow

Variables Illustrated

Ramp up time

Maximum flow time

Link-up Methods

Synchronized

Anti-Synchronized

Timed Delay

Reversed Timed Delay

Wind down time

Minimum flow time

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Operating Instructions

Manual Mode

Enter manual setting mode

Select Pump A or

Pump B

Select Water

Movement Mode for selected pump

Enter the variables for this

Water Movement

Mode for Pump A

For Pump B, it is also possible to select Link-up

Method

Confirm and exit setting mode

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Operating Instructions

Auto Mode (24 hours cycle)

Set the time first

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#2  #5

Enter auto setting mode

Select time point and assign time

Repeat Step 2 to

Step 5 of Manual

Mode to set up the 2 pumps

Switch to the next time point

When finished, confirm and exit auto setting mode

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Constant Speed Mode

Operating Instructions

Configurable Variables

User Input

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Constant Speed Mode

Operating Instructions

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Pulsing Mode

Operating Instructions

Configurable Variables

User Input

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0.4s

User Input

0.4s

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Pulsing Mode

Operating Instructions

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Gradual Pulsing Mode

Operating Instructions

Configurable Variables

User Input

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0.4s

User Input

0.4s

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Gradual Pulsing Mode

Operating Instructions

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Random Mode

Operating Instructions

Configurable Variables

User Input

Randomized

0.4s

Randomized

0.4s

Randomized

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Random Mode

Operating Instructions

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Alternating Gyre Mode

Operating Instructions

Configurable Variables

User Input

User Input

User Input

User Input

User Input

User Input

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Alternating Gyre Mode

Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions

Link-up Method Samples Illustrated

24-hours Cycle Illustrated

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Operating Instructions

Preset 1 – Lunar Tidal Cycle (LTC)

The Lunar Tidal Cycle (LTC) is a 24-hours cycle that mimic the kind of water current in the ocean during high and low tides.

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Maintenance Instructions

Preset 2 – Oceanic Gyre Cycle (OGC)

The Oceanic Gyre Cycle (OGC) is a 24-hours cycle that creates a gentle alternating gyre circulation within your aquarium.

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Limited Warranty

Maxspect (HongKong) Limited warrants all Maxspect™ Gyre products against defects in workmanship for a period of 12-months from the date of purchase. If a defect exists during the warranty period, Maxspect at its option will either repair (using new or remanufactured parts) or replace (with a new or remanufactured unit) the product at no charge.

There is a possibility that the Gyre pump may cause damage to your aquarium. Please contact your aquarium manufacturer to determine if your aquarium is properly built and recommended for wave action. If you notice any damage to your aquarium, including but not limited to cracking, bending, scratching, etc., immediately discontinue the use of the Gyre pump. Maxspect will not be liable for any damage caused to your aquarium resulting from the use of Gyre pump.

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DISCLAIMER OF CONSEQUENTIAL AND INCIDENTAL DAMAGES:

THE EXPRESS WARRANTY AND REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU

OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES AND REMEDIES, WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN, EXPRESS OR

IMPLIED. TO THE FULL EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, MAXSPECT EXPRESSLY DISCLAIMS ANY

AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION, THE IMPLIED

WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IF

IMPLIED WARRANTIES CANNOT BE DISCLAIMED, ALL SUCH IMPLIED WARRANTIES ARE

LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THE APPLICABLE EXPRESS WARRANTY.

MAXSPECT DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES EXPRESSLY SET FORTH IN

THIS WARRANTY. IN NO EVENT SHALL MAXSPECT AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE OR

RESPONSIBLE FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES. MAXSPECT’S AGGREGATE

LIABILITY UNDER THIS WARRANTY OR WITH RESPECT TO ANY PRODUCT COVERED HEREBY,

UNDER ANY LEGAL THEORY, SHALL NOT EXCEED THE PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE

NONCONFORMING PRODUCT.

NO ONE IS AUTHORIZED TO CHANGE THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IN ANY RESPECT OR TO

CREATE ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LIABILITY FOR MAXSPECT IN CONNECTION WITH THE

GYRE PUMP. MAXSPECT DISCLAIMS ALL LIABILITY FOR THE ACTS, OMISSIONS AND

CONDUCT OF ALL THIRD PARTIES (including, without limitation, the installing contractor) IN

CONNECTION WITH OR RELATED TO THE GYRE PUMP.

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Limited Warranty

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL MAXSPECT AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY

INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES INCLUDING, WITHOUT LIMITATION,

LOST GOODWILL, LOST REVENUES OR PROFITS, WORK STOPPAGE, AQUARIUM SYSTEM

FAILURE, IMPAIRMENT OF OTHER GOODS, COSTS OF REMOVAL AND REINSTALLATION OF

THE GYRE PUMP, LOSS OF USE, DAMAGE TO YOUR AQUARIUM OR ANY AQUARIUM

INHABITANTS, INJURY TO PERSONS OR PROPERTY ARISING OUT OR RELATED TO THE GYRE

PUMP WHETHER BASED ON BREACH OF WARRANTY, BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT OR

OTHERWISE, EVEN IF MAXSPECT AND ITS DISTRIBUTORS HAVE BEEN ADVISED OF THE

POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. IF YOU DISAGREE WITH THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS

DO NOT USE THE MAXSPECT GYRE PUMP.

Specifications

Note:

For latest specifications on the Gyre pump and controller, please visit our website at www.maxspect.com

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

Weight and dimensions are approximate.

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