User manual

Your VorTech Propeller Pump

Dry-

Side

Wet Frame

with Axle

O-Ring

Ceramic

Washer

Rotor

Nozzle

VorTech MP10 EcoSmart & MP10w EcoSmart Propeller Pump

Designed especially for nano-reef aquariums, the MP10 and MP10w from EcoTech Marine are

small yet powerful pumps. The MP10 and MP10w—ideal for tanks from 2.5 to 50 gallons—create

gentle flows of 200 to 1,575 gallons per hour, helping the tanks feel more like the ocean.The MP10

and MP10w share the same award-winning technology as the MP40w and lets you take full con-

trol of the flow. Similarly to the MP40w, the MP10w comes with the EcoSmart Wireless Driver that

enables wireless coordination and enhanced functionality between multiiple With all the electrical

components outside the aquarium and a variety of easy-to-program modes, the VorTech is the saf-

est, most versatile pump on the market.

Specifications and Operating Parameters

Flow: 200 - 1,575 gallons per hour (750 - 5962L per hour)

Power Consumption: 8-18 watts

Maximum Tank Thickness: 3/8” (9.5mm)

Appropriate Tank Size Range: 2.5 - 50 gallons (9.5-190L)

Dimensions: Wet-Side - 2.5” diameter by 1.5” long (63.5mm x 38.1mm)

Dry-Side - 2.5” diameter by 2” long (63.5mm x 50.8mm)

Clearance Needed Behind Aquarium: 2.25” (57mm)

Power Supply Specifications:

Input: 100-240V ac 1.2A 50/60 Hz

Output: 24v - 1.5A

Getting to know Your Pump

Open up the box to your new VorTech Pump. You should see the following pieces:

1.) VorTech Wet-Side

2.) Vortech Dry-Side Motor

3.) EcoSmart Driver

4.) Power Cables

5.) Quick Start Manual

When dissambled, the wet-side of your pump looks like the below image. Having the ability to dis-

sasemble the wet-side allows for easy cleaning and maintenance of your pump. For more informa-

tion on how to dissasemble and clean your pump, see Chapter 5: Maintenance of Your Pump.

Section 2.1