Opps I Messed Up

[flyfisher]

Picked up a new Eheim 2217 to replace my leaky 405 didn't realize out flow tube is only 1/2" while the intake is 5/8". So my problem is I have a Hydor ETH with 5/8" fittings has anybody seen of a fitting that I can use to adapt the different size hoses.Or can I fit heater to the inflow side of the canister.

[jvision]

You can put the heater in the inflow side, but it just gives more time for heat to dissipate. One thing I've done in the past is either use 5/8" on the outflow and use a good tight hose clamp, or heat the 1/2" tube in boiling water (or w. a lighter, but if not careful, you can melt the tube) and stretch it over the 5/8" fitting - use hose clamps to keep it tight.

[flyfisher]

Jason

Thanks for the speedy response I'll give it a try and will check the garage for some small hose claps in my rush to get this 405 out of my house wasn't as careful with my research or planning. :thumbs:

[flyfisher]

You can put the heater in the inflow side, but it just gives more time for heat to dissipate. One thing I've done in the past is either use 5/8" on the outflow and use a good tight hose clamp, or heat the 1/2" tube in boiling water (or w. a lighter, but if not careful, you can melt the tube) and stretch it over the 5/8" fitting - use hose clamps to keep it tight.

Boiling water did the trick 2217 is up and running all is well.Funny after everything was running I checked out Eheim's directions WOW if someone wasn't familiar with canisters they would never get it running,very vague and leaves a lot to the imagination.