{"product_id":"fluval-206-impeller-cover","title":"Fluval 206 Impeller Cover","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStops the 206 losing prime at the motor head.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is the genuine Fluval impeller cover, part A20134, for the 206 Canister Filter (model A207). It is the small clear housing that seals over the impeller well and keeps the magnetic impeller running true. A cracked or missing cover is one of the most common causes of a Fluval 206 that whines, runs dry, or will not hold prime.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval A20134\u003c\/strong\u003e — moulded to the 206 motor head, so it seats flush against the seal ring without packing or filing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRestores the impeller seal\u003c\/strong\u003e — a chipped or warped cover lets air into the impeller well, which is what causes a canister to lose prime after a media change.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCheap fix for a noisy filter\u003c\/strong\u003e — most 206 rattles and whines trace back to a worn cover letting the impeller run off-centre, not a failed motor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDirect fit\u003c\/strong\u003e — no cutting, filing or adapting. It clips over the impeller in the same orientation as the original.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eManufacturer part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20134\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSold as\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSingle cover\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePosition in filter\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMotor head, over the impeller well\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWater type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFreshwater and marine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTools required\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis cover is specific to the 206 Canister Filter (model A207). Fluval's 204 and 205 canister filters use a different impeller cover, A20136, built for a straight-blade impeller — the two are not interchangeable. If you are not sure which model you own, check the label on the motor head or your order history rather than guessing from the impeller shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFilter model\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFluval model code\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTakes A20134\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e204\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA205\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — use A20136\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e205\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA206\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo — use A20136\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e206\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA207\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x impeller cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe impeller and shaft.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the cover only — see our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-206-motor-pump-unit\"\u003e206 motor\/pump unit\u003c\/a\u003e if the impeller itself is chipped, cracked or missing a magnet.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe motor head seal ring.\u003c\/strong\u003e Sold separately.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for a 206 that has lost prime, run dry, started whining, or arrived second-hand with a cracked or missing cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNot suitable for the 204 or 205 — those take A20136. It will not fix noise caused by a worn impeller shaft or a failing motor; if the cover is intact and the filter still whines, check the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-206-motor-pump-unit\"\u003emotor\/pump unit\u003c\/a\u003e next.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the cover in tank water at each service and check it for hairline cracks, especially around the clip points — these are the first place it fails. Reseat it fully before closing the motor head; a cover that is not pressed home is the most common cause of a canister that will not hold prime after a clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-206-motor-pump-unit\"\u003eFluval 206 motor\/pump unit\u003c\/a\u003e — for when the impeller or shaft is worn, not just the cover\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-bio-foam-106-206-107-207\"\u003eFluval bio foam, 106\/206\/107\/207\u003c\/a\u003e — due for replacement at the same service interval\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-polishing-pads-suits-106-206-107-207-3-pack\"\u003eFluval polishing pads, 106\/206\/107\/207, 3 pack\u003c\/a\u003e — for the final polish stage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a genuine Fluval replacement part. Your rights under the Australian Consumer Law apply in full and nothing here limits them. No separate manufacturer warranty term is quoted on moulded service parts. Ships as a standard small parcel anywhere in Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes the A20134 cover fit a Fluval 204 or 205?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. The 204 and 205 use a different cover, A20136, built for a straight-blade impeller. Fitting the wrong cover will not seal properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMy 206 has started whining since a media change — is this the fix?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften, yes. A cover that is not fully seated, or has a hairline crack, lets air into the impeller well and causes exactly that whine. Check the cover first before assuming the motor has failed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if my cover is cracked?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHold it up to light and check around the clip points, which is where it flexes most. A cover that has gone chalky or brittle will often show a fracture line here before it fails completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this come with the impeller?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the cover only. The impeller and shaft are sold separately as part of the \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fluval-206-motor-pump-unit\"\u003emotor\/pump unit\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIs this genuine Fluval or an aftermarket copy?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Fluval, part A20134.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293310533923,"sku":"PF141B","price":20.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-206-impeller-cover-10281443459363-1-dq.webp?v=1790372751","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-206-impeller-cover","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}