Reef Octopus Skimmer problems!!

Discussion in 'Protein Skimmers' started by aquariaman, Oct 2, 2011.

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  1. aquariaman

    aquariaman Pajama Cardinal

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    Hello,

    I have had a problem with this skimmer for a really long time. I would adjust and turn the little tube till the bubbles are just barley boring over into the collection cup and then the water level in the skimmer would fall back down. I would do it over and over and the water level in the skimmer would just fall back down. Usually, you just need to adjust it once or twice every now and then, right? Please help!
     
    aquariaman, Oct 2, 2011
    aquariaman, Oct 2, 2011
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  2. Blue Falcon

    Blue Falcon Fire Goby

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    Is the water level level in the sump constant and at the correct height?
     
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  3. m2434

    m2434 Giant Squid

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    Which RO skimmer? What sized tank? What is your bioload? It sounds like you may be trying to use a big skimmer on a small tank? Or maybe I'm not understanding correctly. Please give more details :)
     
    m2434, Oct 2, 2011
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