Can skimmer run out of organics to skim

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by jgreenberg, Mar 15, 2013.

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  1. jgreenberg

    jgreenberg Plankton

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    I have a new tank that has been running for a few weeks and has just finished cycling. It had been pulling a decent amount of stuff the last few weeks but it seems that it has stopped skimming product almost overnight. I moved the elbow to bring bubbles higher but it seems like there is nothing to skim.

    The skimmer looks to be operating properly. I took it apart and soaked everything in vinegar a few weeks ago before I re-started tank.

    The only thing in tank right now is live rock and cleanup crew.

    Thanks,
    Justin.
     
    jgreenberg, Mar 15, 2013
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  2. bwalker9801

    bwalker9801 Zoanthid

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    It sounds like theres nothing to skim. Time for some fish.
     
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  3. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    +1 to ^^^
     
    Mr. Bill, Mar 15, 2013
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