How is the flow rate adjustable? I see the answers here, but none of them really explain how to do it.
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On the photo of the filter on the Aqueon box, you will notice an adjustable return on the upper left hand side. This return can be swiveled away from the unit and the nozzle adjusted to direct the flow to your needs. In the guide, it reads: "1. Pull up the flow detector unit. 2. Hold the telescoptic pipe with one hand, then turn the flow deflector using the other hand. 3. Push down on the telescopic pipe, into the position you desire. My experience using this filter is that the flow rate does not seem to be adjustable itself but that you can re-position the direction of flow, which can ultimately give you the flow you are looking for. I bought this for a tank that held an axolotl and while I can say that I was very impressed with how clean the tank became after using this filter, unfortunately, I had to replace it with another due to the current being too strong for my particular pet. Had I bought this for a fish tank, I would have been very pleased!
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Yes the flow rate is adjustable, doesn't have a rate, just turn the knob. But I would recommend you check out the sterilizers in your local pet store. The instructions are poor and so limited it's frustrating and the first bulb only lasted a month.
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From my experience this is not a fixed value. If you set the flow switch at 0.5 GPM and the temperature at max, when you are flowing at a rate just above the 0.5 GPM you can a 90 Deg. F rise per the book. If you increase the flow rate above 0.5 Deg. F the temperature rise will decrease below 90 Deg. F. I have discovered that if I am using only the hot water and decrease the flow rate the temperature goes up. Note: 1 BUT will raise 1 pound of water 1 Deg. F; 1 gal = 8.34 pounds of water. Good luck with your unit, so times getting the proper balance between hot and cold water is a challenge. From my experience this is not a fixed value. If you set the flow switch at 0.5 GPM and the temperature at max, when you are flowing at a rate just above the 0.5 GPM you can a 90 Deg. F rise per the book. If you increase the flow rate above 0.5 Deg. F the temperature rise will decrease below 90 Deg. F. I have discovered that if I am using only the hot water and decrease the flow rate the temperature goes up. Note: 1 BUT will raise 1 pound of water 1 Deg. F; 1 gal = 8.34 pounds of water. Good luck with your unit, so times getting the proper balance between hot and cold water is a challenge.
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When you pull up the telescopic water return, directly under the opening there is a small notch and the words "<---max/min--->". The notch is a little hard to adjust without fingernails but you can move it left or right (mine was set to max when I took the unit out of the box so it was pushed all the way left.) When you move the notch it will make a slight clicking or ratcheting sound. I put the flow all the way to the minimum and it is perfect for my 3 gallon tank and super quiet. You can then adjust the direction of output head and slide it back down. (Sorry to answer so many years after asking, I just wanted others to see that it is adjustable since a lot of the answers imply that it isn't.) When you pull up the telescopic water return, directly under the opening there is a small notch and the words "<---max/min--->". The notch is a little hard to adjust without fingernails but you can move it left or right (mine was set to max when I took the unit out of the box so it was pushed all the way left.) When you move the notch it will make a slight clicking or ratcheting sound. I put the flow all the way to the minimum and it is perfect for my 3 gallon tank and super quiet. You can then adjust the direction of output head and slide it back down. (Sorry to answer so... » Read More When you pull up the telescopic water return, directly under the opening there is a small notch and the words "<---max/min--->". The notch is a little hard to adjust without fingernails but you can move it left or right (mine was set to max when I took the unit out of the box so it was pushed all the way left.) When you move the notch it will make a slight clicking or ratcheting sound. I put the flow all the way to the minimum and it is perfect for my 3 gallon tank and super quiet. You can then adjust the direction of output head and slide it back down. (Sorry to answer so many years after asking, I just wanted others to see that it is adjustable since a lot of the answers imply that it isn't.) « Show Less
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i use a small tube valve to adjust flow. http://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_noss_1?url=search-alias%3Daps&field-keywords;=airline+valve
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You cannot adjust it, but from my experience when you turn it on it gives you a very strong flow and bunch of bubbles, but with time the flow and the amount of bubbles drop significantly. Sometimes when I want more bubbles, I just turn off for a few seconds and then turn back on the unit and the flow and the bubbles are strong again. I hope that helps :-)
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You will need to plug it in to a timer if you want it on a schedule. Without a timer, this regulator is either on or off. You can adjust the flow rate, but that is all.
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Hello, Unfortunately the flow rate cannot be adjusted on our Serenity Lifestyle Shower. Please let me know if you have any further questions. Thanks,
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That's what I'm using it in. You can adjust the intake and output valves to adjust the flow rate. I cut the flow rate a little and I'm using the bar instead of the spout. Very happy with this product. Fourth brand I've owned and I'm sticking with it.
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Hi Lex,I noticed the flow meter does not work very well for low flow rates. The meter was not registering when I had the flow rate set to about 1/2 gal per minute . I initial used to monitor volume of water consumed at low flow rate over two hours. The meter did not register any volume of water and the flow rate was zero. Now I water at a higher flow rate about 2 gal per minute.Maybe you can contact the Manufacture and find out minimum flow rate.
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As far as I can tell, it is only adjustable by changing the nozzle that goes on the end of the hose. You can also adjust the size of the stream at the end for adjustments.
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The water stream is adjustable (pressure) by twisting the wand nozzle you can change the width of the spray from pin pint to wide angle easily. There is a second nozzle attachment which I have not yet used.
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Yes, you can adjust the flow from 'off' to 'full on' by rotating the valve on the shaft. BTW, it works very well. In 6 months of use I reduced gum pockets from 6mm to 2mm and today I have no more pockets just from using this is the shower! Buy it, you won't regret it.
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Yes, the flow rate can be changed by rotating the body of the unit by hand once it is in place.
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it's not the water flow that you adjust .it's is the max water temperature that you adjust !
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Jo, no the flow of water is not adjustable other than regulating it by the hot and cold taps (faucet ?). It has a mesh filter in it but this doesn't effect the rate of flow unduly. It is an overall good buy.
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I just looked at the instruction sheet for this model and it does NOT give flow rate; however, it states that for questions and concerns to contact "Tetracare Consumer Support" 800-423-6458 or www.tetracare.comHope this helps!