{"product_id":"fluval-fx-service-kit-for-fx5-6","title":"Fluval FX Service Kit for FX5\/6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe wear parts that bring a tired FX5 or FX6 back to full flow.\u003c\/strong\u003e The Fluval FX Service Kit (part A20259) bundles the impeller assembly, motor seal ring and the main sealing O-rings for the Fluval FX5 and FX6 canister filters into one pack, so a routine service doesn't mean sourcing four separate spare parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImpeller assembly with bushing\u003c\/strong\u003e — the wear item most responsible for weak or noisy flow as it ages.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMotor seal ring\u003c\/strong\u003e — keeps water out of the motor housing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop cover click-fit O-rings, qty 4\u003c\/strong\u003e — the seals around the top cover clips, prone to hardening over time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTop filter lid seal\u003c\/strong\u003e — the main gasket that keeps the canister pressurised and leak-free.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOne kit, one order\u003c\/strong\u003e — covers the parts most FX5\/FX6 services need at the same time.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit fits the \u003cstrong\u003eFluval FX5 and FX6\u003c\/strong\u003e canister filters. It is not listed as fitting the FX2 or FX4, which use different impeller and seal dimensions.\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\u003eA20259\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX5, Fluval FX6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDoes not fit\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX2, Fluval FX4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eImpeller assembly with bushing\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20206 — qty 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMotor seal ring\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20207 — qty 1\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop cover click-fit O-rings\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20212 — qty 4\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTop filter lid seal\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20210 — qty 1\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 assembly with bushing (A20206)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x motor seal ring (A20207)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4 x top cover click-fit O-rings (A20212)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x top filter lid seal (A20210)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eNot included\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis kit does not include the filter media, media baskets, or the utility valve seals — it covers the motor and top-cover sealing components only.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCompatibility and spares\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenuine Fluval part A20259, combining four individually numbered spares (A20206, A20207, A20212, A20210) that can also be bought separately if only one component has failed. Fits FX5 and FX6 only — check your filter model before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFit a new impeller assembly if flow has dropped noticeably or the motor has become noisy, and replace the O-rings and lid seal at the same time if the canister has ever been difficult to reseal or has weeped at the top cover. Servicing all four together avoids reopening the filter twice in quick succession.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSuitable for FX5 and FX6 owners carrying out a scheduled service or fixing reduced flow, motor noise, or a leaking top cover. Not suitable for FX2 or FX4 filters, which take different service parts.\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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGoes well with\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFluval FX Gravel Cleaner Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — pairs a full service with a proper gravel clean.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow do I know if my filter needs this kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNoticeably reduced flow, a noisy or humming motor, or a top cover that leaks or is hard to reseal are the usual signs the impeller and seals need replacing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the FX4?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo — this kit is built for the FX5 and FX6. The FX4 uses different service parts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eCan I buy just the impeller instead of the whole kit?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe impeller assembly (A20206) is one of four components in this kit and is also available as an individual spare if that's the only part you need.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I service my FX5 or FX6?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFluval doesn't publish a fixed interval — service when you notice reduced flow, motor noise, or difficulty resealing the top cover, rather than on a set schedule.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293306929443,"sku":"FVL59","price":247.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/FVL59_2.jpg?v=1782880027","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx-service-kit-for-fx5-6","provider":"Nicks Aquarium Oceanarium Terrarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}