Download The ®Rio+ Aqua Pump Instruction Manual
Warning & Safeguards
®Rio+ Aqua Pumps are designed to run completely submerged in water. Do not operate the pump without the main filter strainer or out of water, as it can result in permanent damage and may void your warranty. ®Rio+ Aqua Pumps must be submerged and placed in a secure location before connecting directly into a GFCI power outlet. When using this pump to create fountains, water features, and waterfalls, the use of a filter conversion kit is recommended as a pre-filter. ®Rio+ Aqua Pumps may be used in freshwater or saltwater environments, but not in foreign fluids, flammable liquids, or any chemical.
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Maintenance
Routine maintenance is required to ensure the maximum performance and longevity of your ®Rio+ Aqua Pump. Prior to any aquarium maintenance or appliance cleaning or repair, unplug all electrical aquarium devices. Do not use any type of soap or detergent to clean the ®Rio+ Aqua Pump or parts. Remove main housing strainer to rinse off dirt and debris. Replace the impeller and/or shaft if you notice any excess signs of wear. ®Rio+ Aqua Pump replacement parts may be sold at your local aquatic retailer, or contact the Hikari customer service team for more information on purchasing replacement parts.
Activating Online
To activate your 3 year warranty, complete the online form below within 15 days of purchase. Our customer service team will contact you for additional details. You can also activate your warranty by mailing this completed form to our address. More information can be found below.
The date of purchase and picture or scanned copy of the receipt is required to activate your warranty. Please keep a record of your reponse and purchase history in a safe place.
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Activating Your Warranty Through Mail
You can also activate your warranty by printing out the following PDF and mailing the completed form to the address listed, along with a scanned copy of your receipt within 15 days of purchase. Our customer service team will contact you for additional details.
Download The®Rio+ Aqua Pump Warranty Form.
Pump Size(s)
Head pressure and distance can impact the the rate at which the warer will flow. Consider choosing the proper ®Rio+ pump for your application by determing the desired Gallons Per Hour (GPH) based on your type of tank and the fish in your enviorment.
| Item # |
Model |
Max Flow Rate |
Aquarium Size |
| #R27000 |
®Rio+ 50/50 UL |
69 GPH (262 LPH) |
Up to 11 gal (40L) |
| #R27001 |
®Rio+ 90/90 UL |
85 GPH (323 LPH) |
Up to 13 gal (50L) |
| #R27002 |
®Rio+ 180/180 UL |
120 GPH (456 LPH) |
Up to 18 gal (70L) |
| #R27003 |
®Rio+ 200/200 UL |
138 GPH (524 LPH) |
Up to 21 gal (80L) |
| #R27004 |
®Rio+ 400/400 UL |
144 GPH (547 LPH) |
Up to 24 gal (90L) |
| #R27005 |
®Rio+ 600/600 UL/PT |
200 GPH (760 LPH) |
Up to 32 gal (120L) |
| #R27006 |
®Rio+ 800/800 UL/PT |
211 GPH (801 LPH) |
Up to 34 gal (140L) |
| #R27007 |
®Rio+ 1000 UL |
271 GPH (1030 LPH) |
Up to 48 gal (180L) |
| #R27008 |
®Rio+ 1100 UL |
382 GPH (1451 LPH) |
Up to 61 gal (230L) |
| #R27009 |
®Rio+ 1400 UL |
420 GPH (1596 LPH) |
Up to 66 gal (250L) |
| #R27010 |
®Rio+ 1700 UL |
642 GPH (2439 LPH) |
Up to 76 gal (290L) |
| #R27011 |
®Rio+ 2100 UL |
692 GPH (2630 LPH) |
Up to 97 gal (370L) |
| #R27012 |
®Rio+ 2500 UL |
782 GPH (2972 LPH) |
Up to 126 gal (480L) |
| #R27013 |
®Rio+ 3100 UL |
900 GPH (3420 LPH) |
Up to 145 gal (550L) |
Additional ®Rio+ Parts and Accessories
®Rio+ pump replacement parts may be found at your local independent aquatic retailer. If you are having trouble finding the correct part, please contact our customer service team directly or email us at fish@hikariusa.com with the specific model and replacement pieces needed.
Needle Wheel Impeller with Ceramic Shaft
The magnetic impeller may need to be replaced periodically to maintain peak performance. Replace the impeller or ceramic shaft if you notice any signs of excess wear on the impeller, ceramic shaft, and/or shaft endcap. Monthly cleaning is highly recommended.
®Rio+ Needle Wheel Impellers were designed to provide an ultra-fine bubble, which creates extra surface area and contact time in the skimmer. We use the finest materials, including a ceramic bearing embedded in the rotor for superior longevity and durability. Combine it with our specially designed intake venturi to turbocharge your skimmer. ®Rio+ Needle Wheel Impellers can be retrofitted to operate on ®Rio+ pump models 1000-3100.
| Item # |
Item Name |
Compatible Model(s) |
| #R27110 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+50 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 50 |
| #R27111 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+90 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 90 |
| #R27112 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+180 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 180 |
| #R27113 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+200 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 200 |
| #R27114 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+400 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 400 |
| #R27115 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+600 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 600 |
| #R27116 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+800 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 800 |
| #R27117 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+1000 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 1000 |
| #R27118 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+1100 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 1100 |
| #R27119 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+1400 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 1400 |
| #R27120 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+1700 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 1700 |
| #R27121 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+2100 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 2100 |
| #R27122 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+2500 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 2500 |
| #R27123 |
Impeller Unit ®Rio+3100 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump 3100 |
®Rio+ Internal Power Filters
An optional use to increase the filtering capacity is to add a filter set to the ®Rio+ Aqua Pump. Combine the ®Rio+ Aqua Pump with a filter Chamber for added biological action and clearer water too. For best results, use configuration D or E, as shown in the the product manual, in an aquarium that has a bed of gravel.
| Item # |
Item Name |
Compatible Model (s) |
| #R27090 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Suction Cups (4 Pack) |
®Rio+ 50 - 800 |
| #R27095 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Conversion Kit |
®Rio+ 50 / 90 / 180 |
| #R27096 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Filter Chamber |
®Rio+ 50 / 90 / 180 |
| #R27105 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Replacement Filter Sponge (2 Count) |
®Rio+ 50 / 90 / 180 |
| |
| #R27097 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Conversion Kit |
®Rio+ 200 / 400 / 600 / 800 |
| #R27098 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Filter Chamber |
®Rio+ 200 / 400 / 600 / 800 |
| #R27106 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Replacement Filter Sponge (2 Count) |
®Rio+ 200 / 400 / 600 / 800 |
| |
| #R27091 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Suction Cups (4 Pack) |
®Rio+ 1000 / 1400 |
#R27099 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Conversion Kit |
®Rio+ 1100 / 1400 |
| #R27100 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Filter Chamber |
®Rio+ 1100 / 1400 |
| #R27107 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Replacement Filter Sponge (2 Count) |
®Rio+ 1100 / 1400 |
| |
| #R27092 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Suction Cups (4 Pack) |
®Rio+ 1700 / 2100 / 2500 / 3100 |
| #R27101 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Conversion Kit |
®Rio+ 1700 / 2100 / 2500 |
| #R27102 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Filter Chamber |
®Rio+ 1700 / 2100 / 2500 |
| #R27108 |
®Rio+ Aqua Pump Replacement Filter Sponge (2 Count) |
®Rio+ 1700 / 2100 / 2500 |