Aquarium powerhead/water pump: Maxi-Jet Powerhead/Pumps provide vital water movement

*	Versatile submersible powerhead/water pump for fresh or saltwater aquariums
*	High output powerheads ideal for running undergravel filters
*	Fully-rotational outlet directs aquarium water where it's needed most
*	Provides vital water movement in reef aquariums

This powerful, submersible, sealed pump runs your undergravel filters and works well with wavemakers. Its silent motor is protected from overheating even if it runs dry. The small size makes it great for creating fountains. Has fully adjustable outlet direction and aeration. The included accessory kit allows you to convert the Maxi-Jet pump into a powerhead. The kit includes venturi injector, directional flow adjustment, air intake adapter with screen, triple-suction cup mount, and an adjustable hook with cable guide. Additional replacement Pre-filter Sponge 2 pack also available.

Turn you Maxi-Jet into a wavemaker with the Sure Flow 1600 Maxi-Jet Upgrade Kit.

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The Maxi-Jet Power Head is the right choice for both aquariums with fish and invertebrate aquariums. A complete range of sizes makes the Maxi-Jet Powerhead ideal for all sizes of aquariums.

Installation
Install the Venturi device and flow deflector. Position the pump with its conical adapter on the lift tube of the undergravel filter. The powerhead must be at least partially submersed but may also be used fully submersed. Normally, the specially designed lift tube adapter will keep your Maxi-Jet Powerhead in the position you have chosen. If additional stability is necessary, utilize the suction cups or hook.

To use a suction cup, press it in a mounting bracket, and slide the bracket into one of the three mounting grooves on the pump body. Press the suction cup to side of aquarium on a clean smooth surface.
To use the hook, slide it through the mounting bracket. Press a suction cup into the base of the hook, then mount on pump by sliding the mounting bracket into one of the three mounting grooves on the pump body. Position in the aquarium by snapping hook end over top of frame and pressing suction cup to glass to secure firmly. Adjust position of pump up or down by sliding mounting bracket along the hook. A small clamp is supplied to guide power cord and airline tube. Press the clamp on top of side of hook as desired. NOTE: suction cups and hook can be used separately or together.

Use of Aeration Feature
To improve aeration and gas exchange, the "venturi" aeration feature may be utilized together with the airline tubing and air filter supplied with your Maxi-Jet Powerhead. Two small red air tubing adapters are supplied for any size other tubing. The air filter also functions as a valve. In using the air-mixing feature, air volume can be adjusted by turning the top part of the filter. NOTE: Aeration decreases if water volume is adjusted too low, or if the pump is positioned too far below the surface of the water. Water volume decreases when the venturi feature is used.

Maintenance
The internal design of the Maxi-Jet Powerhead is engineered to ensure that even if it runs dry or the rotor jams, the Maxi-Jet Powerhead will not overheat. For optimum performance it is best to periodically clean the internal moving parts with warm water. If the rotor becomes encrusted with lime-scale, use vinegar or lemon juice to remove this. DO NOT use solvents.

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Harry Yingst Paragould, AR		I use three of the 1200s in my 75 gal SW tank to stir the water, they work very well. I added the pre-filter sponges to protect the fish.
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Ron Ruesch Slinger, WI		I have owned several brands of powerheads over the years and the Maxi-Jet is by far the most reliable and versatile powerhead I have owned. Quiet and low cost to operate, I highly recommend the Maxi-Jet to anyone in the market for a powerhead.
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Royal Orona Yuma, AZ		I recieved mine today and am impressed with the strong flow it provides. It's very nice, easy to set-up, and has a long cord so you don't have to struggle with it being stretched.
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Kristina Proulx Merrill, WI		An inexpensive way to create a whole lot of water movement! I have 3 maxi-jet powerheads and they are all terrific!
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Laura Cabrera Los Angeles, CA		Wow! I'm thrilled with the Maxi-Jet 900. It is the perfect pump to upgrade a Nano Cube's stock pump. No modifications needed at all - just hook it to the outflow and drop it in. Runs quietly and cooler than other models. What a great pump!
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Robert Suffecool Ravenna, OH		I have several powerheads in my collection. The easiest to use and clean is the maxi jet 1200. You can get easy access to the impeller and brush it without tools and not break anything. I will not name the other ones but sometimes the impeller shaft can get broken on other models and be difficult to get to, not so with the maxi jets. Overall quality is high and they seem to last a long time. Well worth the investment. I have an extra just to mix salts in my preparation bucket.
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Everett Hansen Cary, IL		Superb powerheads! I have two mounted on my Perfecto undergravel filter and they work great. They are also very easy to manipulate and have a great flow rate, not to mention the low price.
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Jason Witkowsky Norwalk, CT		Awesome product...The 1200 fit's perfectly in the sump of my 30 gallon biocube, and provide's much better water flow over all..Everyone should have one.
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Peter Smagacz Chicago, IL		These pumps are amazing! They stir the water, and create awesome water movement. Within about a second of turning on just one of the pumps in my tank, I can see things from the other side of the tank start moving and floating off the bottom. I would never use another pump. I have 2 MaxiJet 1200s, and they are the perfect movement for my 46 gallon tank.
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