Whiskas Posted January 17, 2007 Report Share Posted January 17, 2007 Well I did a silly thing! I took my heater out of the tank, as i was changing the tanks around, and then iput it into the new tank except it was still hot! (the heater that is;)) So of course as i added water it hissed, sizzled and then the glass casing bit cracked! So my question is can the glass cover bit be replaced? And where can you get the piece from? Also how do you test that the heater still works, since it had water get in on the heating part. Wat wonderful technical words i use Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Aquarium Dude Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 I dont think they can be replaced, but if they could be the heater must have to be water tested (like a watch) and that could probably cost more than a new heater, assuming the heater could be fixed. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
me love fishy Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 i'd probably just buy a new one, even if it's a cheapie, until you can afford a decent one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Afrikan Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 I would cut my losses and go and buy a new one.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpidersWeb Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 the heater must have to be water tested . hehe would be nice if these kind of standards were in place! There are heaters on the market at the moment that aren't submersible out of the box, they leak water if submersed. I'd suggest just buying a new heater. Important to note (for later) to turn off the heater prior to moving it out of the water, and make sure its not burning hot, its not a heater fault just what happens to the glass they use when you change the temp too quick. The heater probably still works, the crack will just let water inside. You can tell if it is still working by watching the light turn on and off, and if your tank temp is correct. It is very very important you replace it as soon as possible though. With cracked heaters there is a big risk of you getting an electric shock when working in the tank. Until you replace it make sure to always unplug it before working in the tank. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alanmin4304 Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Once the mechanism gets wet they tend to rust and they jam on and cook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Whiskas Posted January 18, 2007 Author Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Hi thanx for that I did turn off the heater before removing it but guess it hadn't cooled down enoug wen i put it into the tank :oops: I just been out and bought a cheap MasterPet $20 job. Luckily I had another heater and used that, but hadn't planned on using it in this tank. Also I missed one of my guppies from the old tank and she survived overnite with no heating! And it was quite cold last nite (we almost had a frost apparently!). I was shocked We will see if she lasts with no ill effects! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpidersWeb Posted January 18, 2007 Report Share Posted January 18, 2007 Watch out for the Masterpets, make sure to keep the top out of the water, they're non-submersible which means over time water will get inside it and increase the chance of failure if you leave them underwater. I recommend AquaClear, AquaOne, or Elite for lower cost heaters, $20-$40 range. I have got Masterpet heaters here that I use, just gotta make sure to keep the water below that line I'm sure you're fish will be fine Good luck Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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