I recently purchased a 20 gallon tall aquarium w/ full hood for $40 @ PetSmart. I decided on an AquaClear 50 power filter because I've heard that these are the best filters of their kind. I set it up, primed it, and plugged it in and it immediately started making a loud rattling noise. I did some Googling and found that I should lubricate the impeller shaft with Vasellinse. I lubricated it and that fixed the rattling problem. Now my question is what kind of noise is it supposed to normally make? It's quiet enough right now but I've heard many people say that they are completly silent except for the waterfall sound. All I can hear is a soft kind of airy sound, and sometimes the very soft hum of the motor. I hear it even when I'm across the room. The sound isn't really a problem to me but I'd like to know if that kind of sound is normal. If needed I can upload a video of it.
Any help is appriceated!
-Wyatt
Any help is appriceated!
-Wyatt