Chiller Question

[jedimech]

Hi All,

Like to check with you guys if i buy a 2nd hand chiller used previously on saltwater(marine) aquarium and like to use it for freshwater tank.

Will there be anything i need to do before using? Anything to take note or look out for?

[tawauboy]

just run it with fresh water to flush out any traces of salt water.
check for any signs of saltwater corrosion.

[jedimech]

Thanks Thomas for the advice.

By the way, where to check for saltwater corrosion? inside chiller tank compartment?
Means need to remove screws & remove outer casing of chiller?

[jedimech]

I am interested in getting a Resun Chiller CL-300 or CL-280 or CL-650.
Does anyone know how much a new one of the above models cost in lfs?
All info are greatly appreciated!!

[tawauboy]

check the outsides for obvious signs of leaks or corrosion.
try to 'peep' inside the casing to see if there are any signs of corrosion.
get some form of guarantee, a few days or a week.