Eheim feedingSTATION delivers food underwater instead of above, meaning more food gets consumed and your aquarium remains cleaner for longer.
The feeder utilizes a translucent drum with an opening that rotates during feeding cycles and can be programmed to provide food up to four times each day.
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Features
Ideal for busy days or vacation trips – this feeder automatically dispenses the correct amount of food at programed times. Comprised of an intelligently designed food bin and fan to dispense every last flake of food with precision, thus eliminating waste. A clear container shows feeding cycle activity while an easy-to-read display lets you easily see when your programmed time will occur.
The Eheim 3581 utilizes a rotating container equipped with an adjustable opening that sits atop aquarium glass. At predetermined feeding times, this opening lowers and dispenses food into your aquarium before rotating back to its normal position – all while the Eheim 3581 awaits another feeding cycle!
The Eheim fish feeder can be easily placed atop an open tank or mounted to any rimless aquarium with the included clamp. A convenient button (labeled ‘Eheim’) on its front allows you to manually dispensing food directly into your aquarium at any time, skipping over any scheduled feedings times.
Design
The Eheim FeedingSTATION runs on batteries and utilizes a unique rotating system, dispensing dry food right down to every last flake for accurate distribution and reduced waste and food waste. Furthermore, this feeder features a fan and ventilation system designed to minimize condensation accumulation for dry food dispensation and keep things as hygienic as possible.
A transparent translucent bin enables users to monitor how much food has been disbursed. It can be digitally programmed up to four times daily or double dosage; additionally, this feeder features a manual feed button to accommodate unscheduled feedings.
The Eheim feeder can either be placed directly onto an aquarium, or mounted using its included clamp. It works great with tank hoods and screen lids if suitable cutouts have been created for them. A red wheel-like piece on top serves as a manual dispensing button – ideal when an unplanned snack needs to be found!
Installation
The Eheim Feeder is designed for everyday use and can be easily mounted onto any aquarium rim. Featuring digital programming with up to four feeding times per day and customizable portion sizes, as well as low battery warning system and fan to dry the food effectively, the feeder ensures optimal feeding conditions in an aquarium environment.
This feeder is easy to setup. It comes complete with an adhesive Velcro square that you can use to fasten it to flat surfaces or hoods, preventing accidental movement during water changes. Furthermore, there’s a clamp at its base that attaches securely.
The Eheim feeder is specially designed to hold all types of fish food, such as flakes and pellets, for feeding small corals, clams and other invertebrates. You can set it to dispensing either one or two portions at the touch of a button while also dispensing treats between meals.
Operation
Setting up up to four automatic feeding cycles with this unit’s intuitive LCD display/clock is simple, as its rotating food container dispenses your chosen amount of flake food in each cycle. A ventilation fan included with this unit keeps moisture out, keeping food fresher for longer and jamming dispensing openings clear of obstruction.
Its clever design ensures you avoid both overfeeding and underfeeding by providing exactly the appropriate amount of food at each feeding, meaning less waste and healthier tank water for your pet while saving money in the process.
Should you ever need to feed your fish manually at any point, the feeder features a manual trip button. Press this and the container spins once to dispense food – perfect for quickly reviving fish without disrupting programed feeding times! Additionally, its clear food container makes it easy to see how much is remaining.
