New skimmer Bubbles

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by Beamerhack, Apr 21, 2009.

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  1. Beamerhack

    Beamerhack Coral Banded Shrimp

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    What is the avg. time it takes for a skimmer to stop spitting micro bubbles?
     
    Beamerhack, Apr 21, 2009
    Beamerhack, Apr 21, 2009
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  2. noobie

    noobie Astrea Snail

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    It depends:
    1. Is it a new set-up? I which case you'll have to wait until enough dissolved organic matter has accumulated in the water to 'tighten-up' the foam production.

    2. Have you performed a recent (large) partial water change?

    3. Do you operate a venturi skimmer?

    Good luck!
     
    noobie, Apr 22, 2009
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  3. tigermike74

    tigermike74 Panda Puffer

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    Normally it takes 2-4 weeks for it to break in and operate normally. :)
     
    tigermike74, Apr 23, 2009
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  4. Daniel072

    Daniel072 Giant Squid

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    it does take a long time. I like to run my new skimmers in a vinegar water solution over night to get some of the oils off. This speeds up the break in
     
    Daniel072, Apr 23, 2009
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