Vivarium set up instructions

URS Vivarium set up instructions

Please take the time to carefully read through these instructions before attempting to set up or use your URS vivarium.

Vivariums with Domes

1 This vivarium has been designed so that the URS vivarium lamp can be fitted into the dome. The cord follows out through the groove and it is recommended that you secure this with heated glue. Make sure that the mesh circle provided with the URS lamp is fitted to protect the animal from burns. Please note: the URS vivarium lamp is designed for a maximum of 100watts and cannot be used with a ceramic heat emitter. It is recommended that you use an appropriate wattage small Oz Purple or infrared incandescent globe and connect this to a thermostat (see step c).

2 To heat the floor of the vivarium, either a heat mat or heat cord is recommended. Fit this underneath the vivarium. The heat source should only cover half of the floor space so you have a warm and cool area for the animal to regulate its body temperature. Please read any instructions concerning the fitting of these as some heat mats require adequate airflow. Sit the vivarium on a piece of board or other stand as required.

3 A probe thermostat should be connected to your heat sources. Drill a hole at the back near the base of the vivarium just big enough for the probe to fit through. Run your probe into the vivarium and fasten the sensor over the heated area (if regulating a heat mat or cord) or underneath the heat source (if regulating a globe). Place on the floor between the two if regulating both. Use heated glue to fasten the cord to the bottom of the vivarium.

NOTE: DON'T cover sensor with glue as this can either damage the sensor or cause it not to read temperature correctly. Also, there are a large range of microclimate thermostats that are suited for different heat sources. Please email us to explain what is best for you.

4 If you require lighting in your URS vivarium, you can either fit a 18" or 24" single batten into the vivarium. Remember to get a qualified electrician to do any wiring. If you are housing snakes, always cover the lighting with the appropriate mesh cover. If you are housing animals that require UV lighting, an appropriately sized reptistar UV tube can be fitted into these battens.

5 Cover part of the venting at the back if the vivarium is not reaching the right temperature. There is more than enough venting supplied.

6 Fit a URS glass lock to the doors of your vivarium for added security.

Vivariums without Domes

1 To heat the floor of the vivarium, either a heat mat or heat cord is recommended. Fit this underneath the vivarium. The heat source should only cover half of the floor space so you have a warm and cool area for the animal to regulate its temperature. Please read any instructions concerning the fitting of these as some heat mats require adequate airflow. Sit the vivarium on a piece of board or other stand as required.

2 A probe thermostat should be connected to your heat sources. Drill a hole at the back near the base of the vivarium just big enough for the probe to fit through. Run your probe into the vivarium and fasten the sensor over the heated area. Use heated glue to fasten the cord to the bottom of the vivarium. Note: DON'T cover sensor with glue as this can either damage the sensor or cause it not to read temperature correctly. Also, there are a large range of microclimate thermostats that are suited for different things. Please email us to explain what is best for you.

3 If you require lighting in your URS vivarium, you can either fit a 18" or 24" single batten into the vivarium. If you are housing snakes, always cover the lighting with the appropriate mesh cover. If you are housing animals that require UV lighting, an appropriately sized reptistar UV tube can be fitted into these battens.

4 Cover part of the venting at the back if the vivarium is not reaching the right temperature. There is more than enough venting supplied.

5 Fit a URS glass lock to the doors of your vivarium for added security.

These vivariums are best cleaned with Cage cleaner and paper towel.

For any other information phone or fax Ultimate Reptile Suppliers on Ph: 08 8182 4666            Fx: 08 8250 1999, you can also email us.