{"product_id":"fluval-fx-utility-valve-hosing-for-fx4-fx5-and-fx6","title":"Fluval FX Utility Valve Hosing for FX4,FX5 and FX6","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval hosing for the FX4, FX5 and FX6 utility drain valve.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the vinyl hose that connects to the utility valve on top of your FX-series canister filter, letting you drain the unit for cleaning, discharge water before moving it, or run a water change straight from the filter using the FX gravel cleaner kit. It is the genuine Fluval part (A20237), not a generic hose cut to size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGenuine Fluval part A20237\u003c\/strong\u003e — the manufacturer hose, not an aftermarket substitute.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFits FX4, FX5 and FX6\u003c\/strong\u003e — one hose kit covers the entire current FX canister range.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eConnects to the utility valve\u003c\/strong\u003e — the same fitting used for draining, moving the filter, and the FX gravel cleaner kit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKeeps the valve leak-free\u003c\/strong\u003e — a cracked or perished hose is a common cause of a slow drip at the utility valve.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eGenuine part number\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eA20237\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBarcode\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e015561302371\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFits\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFluval FX4, FX5, FX6\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtility valve hose\/tubing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWill it fit my filter?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis hose fits the utility (purge) valve on the Fluval FX4, FX5 and FX6 canister filters. It does not include the valve itself — if the valve body is cracked or missing rather than just the hose, you need the separate \u003cstrong\u003eUtility Valve for FX4\/FX6\u003c\/strong\u003e (Fluval part A20219).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSuitable for, and not suitable for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSuitable as a genuine replacement wherever the factory hose on an FX4, FX5 or FX6 utility valve has split, perished or gone missing. Not suitable for the valve body itself, and not intended as general-purpose aquarium tubing elsewhere in the plumbing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare and maintenance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eLeave the utility valve in the OFF position whenever the hose isn't connected and in use — an open valve will drain the canister immediately. Check the hose for cracking or stiffness periodically, particularly if it's exposed to sunlight or handled roughly during water changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWarranty and delivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eCovered by Fluval's standard spare parts warranty against manufacturing defects, in addition to your rights under Australian Consumer Law. Standard freight applies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this fit the Fluval FX5?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Fluval lists this hose as fitting the FX4, FX5 and FX6 canister filters — one part covers all three.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eDoes this include the valve itself?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. This is the hose only. If the valve body is damaged, you need the separate Utility Valve for FX4\/FX6 (Fluval part A20219).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat is the utility valve used for?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eDraining the filter for cleaning or moving it, running a water change, and connecting the FX gravel cleaner kit.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Fluval","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55293306536227,"sku":"FVL56","price":33.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0972\/7236\/5347\/files\/fluval-fx-utility-valve-hosi-43875498983715.webp?v=1790236914","url":"https:\/\/nicksaquariumoceanariumterrarium.com.au\/products\/fluval-fx-utility-valve-hosing-for-fx4-fx5-and-fx6","provider":"Nicks AOT","version":"1.0","type":"link"}