Lee's Self-Start Siphon feature has made aquarium maintenance a whole lot easier. With the Gravel Vacuum cylinder submerged in the water, simply move it up and down a few times to activate the Self-Start Siphon. Gravel Vacuum Cleaners are designed to separate and remove debris from the aquarium during routine water changes. The Small Gravel Vacuum Cleaner features a 1-5/8” diameter x 9” long cylinder with a 56” long hose. It is ideal for use in tanks with up to a 20 gallon capacity. The Small Gravel Vacuum Cleaner comes with the Wide-Mouth Nozzle. The Wide-Mouth Nozzle increases your surface coverage by about 20%, allowing you to clean more gravel surface without draining to much aquarium water.