duration of skimmer being off

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  1. rlman41299

    rlman41299 Skunk Shrimp

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    i have another thread where i am treating ich on my tank as of this writing.
    my question is this: the medication i am using recommends to turn my skimmer off until i finish dosing. which is and will be a couple of days. how long can my tank go without skimmer and what will be the adverse effect of this. i have cut down on my feeding but still have to to boost their immunity.
    thanks for any input. this is for a 135g fowlr tank. :)
     
    rlman41299, Aug 16, 2010
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  2. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    The tank will be fine. Just follow the directions and everything should work out.
     
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  3. DBOSHIBBY

    DBOSHIBBY Sleeper Shark

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    Some people don't even use skimmers. As long as your water is getting enough oxygen in it it'll be ok.
    My buddy has a 55g that's pretty stocked and he doesn't use a skimmer. Everythings fine. Its not recommended but it works.

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    DBOSHIBBY, Aug 16, 2010
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  4. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    Agreed, I ran skimmerless for months, you'll be fine and most likely see little to no effect.
     
    GuitarMan89, Aug 16, 2010
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