Unable to open pump!

miserkris · 04/18/2017, 06:47 PM

I'm unable to open this pump to clean it's
Impeller. I removed the screw.

It's from a Diablo skimmer.

Should I use a wrench?
Don't wanna break it!

Thx

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elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 06:48 PM

Looks like a push down and spin lock on it

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 06:50 PM

The rubber Oring is a tough sucker lol I had to use channel locks to spin one I had like that think it was a quiet one 4000��.

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 06:56 PM

The 3 fins on it you can use to help spin.

miserkris · 04/18/2017, 07:02 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elbowdeep29

Looks like a push down and spin lock on it

so looking top down, I'll push down, turn left?

I do see three tabs on the side well locked.

Will hot water or a heat gun help?

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elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:09 PM

Never used heat gun or hot water just turn really hard lol sorry could use a screwdriver and hammer and tap light on one fin in the bottom corner to free it up. You could try the hot water but I would pass on heat gun don't want to melt things.

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:11 PM

Just turn left. See how the sides get thinner where the tabs are, as you turn the tabs pull up on the little ramp looking sides

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:13 PM

Sorry if I make no sense

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:14 PM

Channel locks work fast and won't break it unless you squeeze them too hard. Just use 2 of the fins for support and spin.

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:15 PM

https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...5DA5EXvUiMVPYA

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:17 PM

That link won't work sorry. Use the back side of your pliers it's fast as easy

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:32 PM

Did ya get it?

miserkris · 04/18/2017, 07:49 PM

I used screwdriver to tap the fins one fin broke...

But finally its out.

The damn impeller is cracked...
Expensive too!
Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/272332093196

I got the skimmer used...
Is Diablo a good skimmer?
Wonder if it's worth changing impeller...Ill use it as a backup skimmer.Thanks

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elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:50 PM

What model skimmer

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:51 PM

Ouch can never be the cheap ones that brakes lol

miserkris · 04/18/2017, 07:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elbowdeep29

What model skimmer

Reef octopus Diablo skimmer

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elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:54 PM

Like is it a xs160 Diablo skimmer

elbowdeep29 · 04/18/2017, 07:55 PM

If so here is what it can handle
Filtration Handling
180 Gallon - Light Filtration Demand
160 Gallon – Medium Filtration Demand
100 Gallon – Heavy Filtration Demand

Scott B · 04/18/2017, 08:12 PM

Fyi, similar thing happened to skimz skimmer impeller. It was cracked so ordered new impeller (87.00) found out my whole pump was old, ended up just sending it back buying whole new pump (120.00) not saying you need to buy a whole pump, but if it's an older unit, then might be worth getting new pump. Good luck

miserkris · 04/18/2017, 08:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by elbowdeep29

Like is it a xs160 Diablo skimmer

Dunno...says Diablo on cup lid.see pic.

Can any other pump work with it? Sicce seems expensive

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miserkris · 04/23/2017, 07:45 PM

Update:

I bought a new impeller for like $39...
Pump is being tested...runs well but once in 2 min makes a splurging noise...why is that?

Thanks
See vid around 3sec...
https://youtu.be/nF7dclphhfA

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Seeady66 · 04/23/2017, 11:35 PM

The pump is a psk 600 best way to get the cover off. Get a 1 and quarter inch pvc t place it over the opening and mark the 3 ridges on the cover then cut down the 3 marks with a Dremel or similar then you have a key to take it off so easy.hope this helps.
Adrian

Sk8r · 04/24/2017, 09:29 AM

Generally a small pump can be cleaned very well by running it in white vinegar overnight, and that is an easy no-headache first step. But if you think a snail, eg, could be blocking the impeller, or the impeller is replaceable, then getting into it is necessary.

Reeferz412 · 04/24/2017, 09:43 AM

The manifold does not come off, it is only the intake (circle) that screws in. you can see the slots lock in.

miserkris · 04/24/2017, 11:39 AM

Thanks I ran it in vinegar, now the skimmer works

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04/18/2017, 06:47 PM	#1
miserkris Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Downingtown,PA Posts: 1,062	Unable to open pump! I'm unable to open this pump to clean it's Impeller. I removed the screw. It's from a Diablo skimmer. Should I use a wrench? Don't wanna break it! Thx Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk __________________ 156g Oceanic Mixedreef,100g Sump Current Tank Info: 156 g mixed reef

04/18/2017, 07:49 PM	#13
miserkris Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Downingtown,PA Posts: 1,062	I used screwdriver to tap the fins one fin broke... But finally its out. The damn impeller is cracked... Expensive too! Look at this on eBay http://www.ebay.com/itm/272332093196 I got the skimmer used... Is Diablo a good skimmer? Wonder if it's worth changing impeller...Ill use it as a backup skimmer.Thanks Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk __________________ 156g Oceanic Mixedreef,100g Sump Current Tank Info: 156 g mixed reef

04/18/2017, 08:12 PM	#19
Scott B Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Utah Posts: 176	Fyi, similar thing happened to skimz skimmer impeller. It was cracked so ordered new impeller (87.00) found out my whole pump was old, ended up just sending it back buying whole new pump (120.00) not saying you need to buy a whole pump, but if it's an older unit, then might be worth getting new pump. Good luck __________________ 150 mixed reef, Skimz skimmer, Aquatic life T5/AI sol blues,Reef Angel controller, Reef breeders wave makers Current Tank Info: 150g mixed reef

04/23/2017, 07:45 PM	#21
miserkris Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Downingtown,PA Posts: 1,062	Update: I bought a new impeller for like $39... Pump is being tested...runs well but once in 2 min makes a splurging noise...why is that? Thanks See vid around 3sec... https://youtu.be/nF7dclphhfA Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk __________________ 156g Oceanic Mixedreef,100g Sump Current Tank Info: 156 g mixed reef

04/24/2017, 09:29 AM	#23
Sk8r RC Mod Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Spokane WA Posts: 34,628 Blog Entries: 55	Generally a small pump can be cleaned very well by running it in white vinegar overnight, and that is an easy no-headache first step. But if you think a snail, eg, could be blocking the impeller, or the impeller is replaceable, then getting into it is necessary. __________________ Sk8r Salinity 1.024-6; alkalinity 8.3-9.3 on KH scale; calcium 420; magnesium 1300, temp 78-80, nitrate .2. Ammonia 0. No filters: lps tank. Alk and cal won't rise if mg is low. Current Tank Info: 105g AquaVim wedge, yellow tang, sailfin blenny,royal gramma, ocellaris clown pair, yellow watchman, 100 microceriths, 25 tiny hermits, a 4" conch, 1" nassarius, recovering from 2 year hiatus with daily water change of 10%.

04/18/2017, 06:48 PM	#2
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Looks like a push down and spin lock on it

04/18/2017, 06:50 PM	#3
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	The rubber Oring is a tough sucker lol I had to use channel locks to spin one I had like that think it was a quiet one 4000��.

04/18/2017, 06:56 PM	#4
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	The 3 fins on it you can use to help spin.

04/18/2017, 07:09 PM	#6
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Never used heat gun or hot water just turn really hard lol sorry could use a screwdriver and hammer and tap light on one fin in the bottom corner to free it up. You could try the hot water but I would pass on heat gun don't want to melt things.

04/18/2017, 07:11 PM	#7
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Just turn left. See how the sides get thinner where the tabs are, as you turn the tabs pull up on the little ramp looking sides

04/18/2017, 07:13 PM	#8
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Sorry if I make no sense

04/18/2017, 07:14 PM	#9
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Channel locks work fast and won't break it unless you squeeze them too hard. Just use 2 of the fins for support and spin.

04/18/2017, 07:15 PM	#10
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sour...5DA5EXvUiMVPYA

04/18/2017, 07:17 PM	#11
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	That link won't work sorry. Use the back side of your pliers it's fast as easy

04/18/2017, 07:32 PM	#12
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Did ya get it?

04/18/2017, 07:50 PM	#14
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	What model skimmer

04/18/2017, 07:51 PM	#15
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Ouch can never be the cheap ones that brakes lol

04/18/2017, 07:54 PM	#17
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	Like is it a xs160 Diablo skimmer

04/18/2017, 07:55 PM	#18
elbowdeep29 Registered Member Join Date: Dec 2012 Location: Michigan Posts: 52	If so here is what it can handle Filtration Handling 180 Gallon - Light Filtration Demand 160 Gallon – Medium Filtration Demand 100 Gallon – Heavy Filtration Demand

04/23/2017, 11:35 PM	#22
Seeady66 Registered Member Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Perth Australia Posts: 53	The pump is a psk 600 best way to get the cover off. Get a 1 and quarter inch pvc t place it over the opening and mark the 3 ridges on the cover then cut down the 3 marks with a Dremel or similar then you have a key to take it off so easy.hope this helps. Adrian

04/24/2017, 09:43 AM	#24
Reeferz412 Coral Hoarder Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 2,247	The manifold does not come off, it is only the intake (circle) that screws in. you can see the slots lock in. __________________ Alex FMAS Member Current Tank Info: 400 Gallons of frags... 30 gallon Deep Blue mixed reef ... 70 other tanks throughout south FL

04/24/2017, 11:39 AM	#25
miserkris Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2010 Location: Downingtown,PA Posts: 1,062	Thanks I ran it in vinegar, now the skimmer works Sent from my SM-N910V using Tapatalk __________________ 156g Oceanic Mixedreef,100g Sump Current Tank Info: 156 g mixed reef