The Eheim Aquaball 2212 is an innovative, modular, internal filter system that offers optimized power coupled with utmost reliability for fresh and marine tanks up to 53 gallons. The Aquaball 2212 ensures the mechanical cleaning of the aquarium water with permanent circulation, specific surface movement, and controllable oxygen supply. The Aquaball 2212 has a flow rate of 172gph with a maximum head rate of 1’5″.The pump head rotates in 3 dimensions and makes it is possible to adjust the outflow direction. The power regulator allows the flow rate to be adjusted to the desired setting. The diffuser makes it possible to regulate the amount of air added to the water. The practical holder allows the filter to be positioned inside the aquarium and removed with ease. Unit comes with a hose with an air regulating clamp, a power regulator with a diffuser, a pump head, a shaft with bushings, an impeller, a holder with 4 suction cups, a pump cover, a pump head holding fixture, a filter box with a fine filter pad, 3 filter canisters, 3 filter sponges and a removable filter base.The Aquaball allows the the filtering volume to be increased with further add-on modules. The Aquaball Up-grade-kit includes an add on canister with a filter cartridge, a filter box and a fine filter pad.Instructions : Attach the air hose to the connection adapter of the power regulator. Fasten the holder with the suction cups to the inside of the aquarium glass and clip the filter into place. Insert the filter in such a way that the pump head is positioned just beneath the surface of the water. Adjust the pump head to the required outflow area and surface angle. By turning the power regulator, it is possible to infinitely adjust the pump power to the required setting. The diffuser’s air regulating clamp is used to regulate the amount of oxygen added to the water. For maximum air supply, it is necessary to restrict the pump power.Size : 4 12″ diameter x 13″ (15″ with air regulator) high.Warranty : 3 year man