Fluval Shaker 66 US Gal / 252 L | Installation & Setup
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- The Fluval team provides a step-by-step guide for installing and setting up your new Shaker 66 US Gal / 252 L aquarium set! We encourage you to follow along while you're setting up your tank and stand - you can slow down or pause the video to keep up! Be sure to read the cabinet assembly instructions thoroughly before starting the process.
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I feel like you need to include the (very important) step of fitting the filter gasket, your video almost flooded our living room!
Just purchased one, £759.99 is a good price for sure, only took a couple of hours to put together on my own too, definitely worth the buy 👍
We hope you enjoy your new aquarium! 😊
What glorious timing!
That cabinetry happens to match the tile in our brand new home. My wife is going to love it! I also see that it will come in two sizes (44 gal and 66 gal) which leads me to some follow-up questions if I may.
1. Are there any plans for additional tank sizes in the near future?
2. Heaters are not necessary in my climate zone. Is this something that can be omitted without negatively affecting the integrity of the system? Or is it an integral component in the overall design of this aquarium?
Nonetheless, I must say - _Good job Fluval!_
Stay classy my friends.
Tanks do not require a heater. Tropical fish do & this is integral. The stress from not having thw stable & correct temps leads to immune system failing and a slow death
Hi Bert, we're thrilled to hear you're interested in the tank!
1. A larger version of the tank is currently in development, but we unfortunately have no information regarding availability at this time.
2. The heater can easily be omitted from the tank without affecting the system's integrity in any way!
We hope that helps! Always great to hear from you 😄
4:25 you skipped a step. The manual recommends sealing the top of the cabinet beneath the tank with silicone. You mention it's extremely important, very strange why you didn't show/do this..
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Super excellent
In the instructions it’s says the hosing should be straight with very little bending or kinks.. good job I didn’t cut mind because mine looks like yours
Guys you need to bring out an aquarium with a sump 250l,350l and 450l
Mine arrived without drawer runners! What do I do
We recommend contacting or returning the cabinet set to the retailer from which you purchased it!
Is it possible to add a second external filter to this tank without having to cut or remove the sliding cover?. A fluval 307 wouldnt be enough on its own and it dosent look as though there is any room for external pipework in the corners of the other than for some cables.
Hi there! If you'd like to add a second external filter, you'll have to move the sliding cover aside to make room for the hoses.
This has got my interest. I wonder if I could do a FOWLR salt water set up with it?
Absolutely! 👍 You can add a Marine 3.0 LED to the tank, too!
Just taken delivery. Trying to fit hinges to the doors but they don’t seem to fit in the holes?
Hi there, we're sorry to hear about this. Please contact our customer support team for assistance: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/
Very useful video. My 252l tank arrives shortly. Can I ask what type of screwdriver is required? And I assume the glue mentioned at the start isn't included in the pack? Thanks
Hi Ian, we're glad you enjoyed the video! A Phillips screwdriver is required for installation. The glue is indeed included!
@@fluval Fantastic, thanks. Can't wait for it to arrive!
Could you attach an fx4 filter to this? Are the hoses the same diameter and would it fit in the cabinet?
Yes you can! The FX4 is the best option. To connect an FX series canister filter to the through tank connectors, you will need to purchase a length of 1" / 25 mm tubing, as the supplied FX hosing only has one fixed rubber adaptor when cut to the correct length. These lengths of tubing will then need to be jubilee clipped onto the AquaStop valves of the filter. Cut off the first step (3/4” section) of the hose tail of the through tank connectors in order to prevent flow restriction and back pressure of the filter. Then, jubilee clip the 1" / 25 mm tubing to the second step of the through tank connectors. Make sure that the tubing is kink free so as not to reduce the flow of water and cause back pressure.
Hi I’ve just purchased this set up and I am wondering if I need to put a fish tank mat down in between the cabinet and the base of the glass tank?? Thanks
Great question! There's no need for a mat, the tank is designed to sit directly on the cabinet. 👍
Thanks 😊
When will it be available in Europe?
Hi there! Availability varies by country - please contact our customer support team for exact availability information! You can reach them here: fluvalaquatics.com/us/contact-us/
DOES IT COME IN A BIGGER SIZE
A larger version is currently in development! 👍
I have one big issue with this Shaker , why Fluval didin't design the wooden top suround to be lifted off for maintenance as all the tubes and wires have to go over the suround preventing you from lifting it off, that's my only problem otherwise it's a fantastic stand and tank.
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The scape at the end is a blag though, out of proportion not showing the heater and filter
Scape at the end just a photo edit.
Stupid why they did that and not a true scape and show you all workings
Just to have an extra layer of water protection. I'd first coat every surface of wood with a wood deck water proofing product and dab a layer of water proof gel on top of the screw heads.
I'm a little worried. How is that cabinet capable of holding that 564+ pounds. It may be made of oak, but there doesn't seem to be a whole lot of material there.
Hi there! Our aquarium cabinets are overengineered and built to withstand far more weight than that of the aquarium.
Still awaiting a short hose for a FX filter. 4m is far to long please make 1m or 1.5m hoses. there is a demand for this product.
My filter is lesking when connected?
Hi there, we're sorry to hear about that! Please ensure all gaskets and O-rings are well-lubricated and installed correctly. If you're still having trouble, you can contact our customer support team for assistance: fluvalaquatics.com/us/
And what kind of wood is the stand? Because that looks like 1/2 maybe 5/8 pressboard. The water alone weighs 500 lb, figure another 325 lbs minimum for the rest of the decorations. If the stand gets wet it will turn to mush. That's a lot of money to pay for something that could come crashing down because it got wet.
The cabinet is made in Scotland using high quality European laminates! The stand won't collapse if some water is spilled.
I wish mine looked like like that. the pelmet came with a hole drilled in the middle 2 months later I'm still waiting for a replacement !! poor service fluval uk
We're very sorry to hear about this. Have you been in contact with our customer support team? If so, can you please provide us with your case file number?
@@fluval I believe it has now been posted to me. I'll wait and see
Can I put a fx6 into it
No, but an FX2 does fit into the Shaker 66 cabinet! 👍
This is this aquariums downfall as cant run a big filter