skimmer producing tons of bubbles

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  1. skyvern2130

    skyvern2130 Stylophora

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    so i switched my sump out, and did a clean on my skimmer using vinegar and ro/di water then ran in ro/di alone, i put it back in and now its going crazy producing tons of bubbles.

    the water lvl is the same so idk whats going on
     
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  3. louy99

    louy99 Feather Duster

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    Just let it roll, it should settle down with in a day or two
     
  4. FatBastad

    FatBastad Zoanthid

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    if you cleaned it with vinegar you removed it slime coat. which is fine, good to periodically give stuff a full cleaning.
    However, this is frustrating with skimmers cause now it like it's brand new.
    It sould settle down in a few days...
     
  5. skyvern2130

    skyvern2130 Stylophora

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    thats what im thinking but still its a little concerning to see it that way
     
  6. Mr. Bill

    Mr. Bill Native Floridian

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    There's no cause for alarm- it won't hurt anything.
     
  7. oldfishkeeper

    oldfishkeeper Giant Squid

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    yes, I'm thinking an abundance of bubbles is a good thing.....it should get better in time.