{"product_id":"fluval-fx-gravel-cleaner-kit","title":"Fluval FX Gravel Cleaner Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVacuum the gravel without disconnecting your filter.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fluval FX Gravel Cleaner Kit plugs straight into the utility valve on a Fluval FX4 or FX6 (second generation) canister filter, using the filter's own pump to pull debris out of the substrate during a water change. One hose run from the tank back through the filter replaces a separate vacuum and bucket.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnects to the FX utility valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — no extra pump, hose clamps or bucket needed at water-change time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThumb-operated flow control\u003c\/strong\u003e — start and stop suction without lifting the vacuum head out of the water.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrooved vacuum head\u003c\/strong\u003e — sits in the gravel bed and lifts waste without pulling substrate through with it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTube extension included\u003c\/strong\u003e — reaches deeper tanks and awkward corners without stretching.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGravel guard\u003c\/strong\u003e — reduces clogging from larger debris and plant matter mid-clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClips onto the FX lid\u003c\/strong\u003e — stores on the filter itself between water changes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFresh and marine safe\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same kit works across freshwater and reef setups.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit is built for the \u003cstrong\u003eFluval FX4 and FX6, second generation\u003c\/strong\u003e, and connects directly to their utility valve. Fluval does not list it as compatible with the FX2 or the FX5 — if your canister is one of those two models, this kit will not connect to it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFluval part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA370\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e015561103701\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX4 and FX6 (2nd generation)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX2, Fluval FX5\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eConnection point\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFX canister utility valve\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\u003eVacuum bags\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSold separately — see below\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\u003eGravel vacuum head with grooved base\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTube extension for deeper tanks\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThumb-operated flow control valve\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVacuum bags are not supplied with the kit. Fit either the Fluval FX Vacuum Bag Fine 2 Pack (A372) or the Fluval FX Vacuum Bag Super Fine 2 Pack (A373), depending on how fine the debris is that you're trying to catch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and spares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Fluval part A370. Replacement vacuum bags are A372 (fine) and A373 (super fine), both sold as 2 packs. The kit does not fit the FX2 or FX5 utility valve, and is not designed for other brands of canister filter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRinse the vacuum head and tube extension in clean water after each use to stop detritus drying inside them. Check the flow control valve moves freely before your next water change — a stiff valve is usually just mineral build-up and clears with a rinse in warm water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for FX4 and FX6 (2nd gen) owners who want to gravel-vacuum through the filter instead of a separate hand siphon. Not suitable for FX2 or FX5 owners, or for any canister filter outside the Fluval FX range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Ships as a standard parcel — no special freight handling required.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluval FX Vacuum Bag Fine 2 Pack (A372)\u003c\/strong\u003e — general-purpose debris capture for routine cleans.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluval FX Vacuum Bag Super Fine 2 Pack (A373)\u003c\/strong\u003e — for fine sand and light detritus a standard bag lets through.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWill this work on my FX5?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo. Fluval builds this kit for the FX4 and FX6 (2nd generation) utility valve only — it is not listed as compatible with the FX5.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDo I need to buy a vacuum bag separately?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. The kit ships with the vacuum head, tube extension and flow control valve, but not a bag — choose fine (A372) or super fine (A373) based on the debris in your tank.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I use this in a marine or reef tank?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, the kit is rated for both freshwater and marine use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes it stop working while my filter keeps running?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe thumb-operated flow control lets you open and close suction on demand, so the filter keeps circulating the rest of the time you're not actively vacuuming.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWhere does it store between cleans?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt clips onto the FX lid, so it stays with the filter rather than needing a separate spot in the cabinet.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293311025443,"sku":"PF154","price":180.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-fx-gravel-cleaner-kit-43875501146403.webp?v=1790236916","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx-gravel-cleaner-kit","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}