Eshopps PSK-100H and micro bubbles :(

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  1. leighton1245

    leighton1245 Horrid Stonefish

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    Does anyone else have a issue with micro bubbles from this skimmer if so how did you fix? I cant stand the unsightly bubbles anymore lol Thank you in advance for any help
     
    leighton1245, Jan 19, 2011
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  2. Nismo400rgtr

    Nismo400rgtr Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    It will spit bubbles for some time until fully slimed and broken in. Also make sure you have it adjusted so that the bubbles are high enough in the column. Mine still does it for about 24 hrs after cleaning until they all clear from the skimmer body. Sometimes I'll adjust it and let it overflow into my catch for a few seconds to clear some of the bubbles from the return area of the skimmer(inside the skimmer body).
     
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  3. leighton1245

    leighton1245 Horrid Stonefish

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    Its been up and running for almost 8 months but I cleaned it really really well the other day after it overflowed maybe that is why?
     
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  4. Nismo400rgtr

    Nismo400rgtr Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    It is most likely the case. How'd you clean it? I leave mine running in 80% vinegar 20% RO mixture overnight. Always runs like a champ after...just the micro bubbles for a little while ;)
     
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  5. leighton1245

    leighton1245 Horrid Stonefish

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    I used a sponge and RO water but i cant get the sponge that is on the outel clean for some reason.

    Thanks for the help
     
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  6. Nismo400rgtr

    Nismo400rgtr Teardrop Maxima Clam

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    Your welcome. I assume it's fine now?
     
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