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Someone was talking about on the deluxe version that the number on the box will have 2 differnt sets 1 that is guessing and actual wattage. Does the DC 200 not do this? Is there a chance that it will say 28 watts and be 30watts?
I set it to 30watts while I was at work, came home liked the 28watt setting better. Moved to 28 watts and the foam didn't drop nor did the water line. |
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My DC200 does this. When you press the buttons to adjust the power, it will show a number then flash back to actual watts.
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F8 displays on doublecone 200 controller
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Hope some one can help, I've had my doublecone 200 RD3 for 6 weeks or so, and every 24-36 hours the controller will display F8, I know this is insufficient air, but I don't understand why this is happening, it's in a 900L heavily stocked system in 9" sump water depth, I've cleaned and checked air inlet pipe isn't restricted, kinked or twisted, have tried various power settings between 28 and 32 and various effluent pipe openings but still get this error message appearing, if I turn the unit off and back on then sometimes it runs normally again straight away, others I have to turn on and off a few times, obviously I'm fed up with this now on a brand new £850 skimmer. Current settings are 9" depth, 32 power and 90% open on effluent pipe, any advice please Paul |
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Thanks for answering, Yes the pipe is connected to the ozone port, I have then tried leaving this open to the air and capping it off both make no difference after awhile I get the F8 message. Paul |
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I actually think I have been supplied with the wrong or incorrectly made nozzle having looked at the pictures supplied by Makalodo on page 12 of this thread, my nozzle only has about 1mm between the inner tube and the nozzle housing, his clearly has 4-5mm. This could explain a choking of the air supply, what does anyone think?
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LOL... I know what the issue is!! Pull that little ring out between the outer nozzle and the center nozzle. That is used for the bigger skimmers and goes into the 250 sized skimmers silicone intake to allow the pumps output to fit the input on the larger diameter silicone hose. The same pump is used for the 200 and 250 sized skimmers so that round adapter is included with the pump and it just happens to fit inside the nozzle. I wish the manual was more clear on that one. Get that thing out and your issue will be solved!
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Hi Slief,
Just got my BK 180 RD3 speedy. Lovely piece of equipment. My issue is that my sump water level is about 12", and in reading the installation manual this seems problematic. Should I just make a platform for the skimmer and pump to get it to sit at ~17cm deep? I think (hope) I have room. Lowering the water level in the sump is not possible due to its design. regards, --Lars |
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Put it on a skimmer stand
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You will need to make a stand for it and raise the skimmer up. You could go a bit higher than 7". Especially if your load is low relative to the skimmer. If you can make the stand adjustable that would be the best bet as you may be able to run it as high as 8-8.5". The ideal pump speed range is typically between 18-22 watts which will warrant a deeper sump depth. Before having a nice stand made, get some egg crate, zip ties and 1" pvc and make a temporary stand to play with the depth. I'd start with making it 8" and running at about 18 watts and see how that works and whether you need to close the wedge pipe much if any. Personally, when I tune a skimmer, I like to adjust the sump/skimmer level with the wedge wide open and use the water level in the sump to get the line where bubbles turn to foam up to about 1/2-1" below the base of the collar on that skimmer. Then use the wedge to fine tune it. If you go the egg crate route, be sure to let it break in for several days and catch up with the tank load before making any final decisions on a permanent stand. FWIW, I've used egg crate stands as permanent stands before too so if you don't want to spend money on a fancy custom acrylic stand then save the money and stick with a home made one.
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When I clean these pumps, I take them completely apart and remove the impeller and soak all parts in vinegar for about 10 minutes. I don't soak the o-rings though. Then scrub everything with a soft dish brush inside and out. When I'm done, the pump looks brand new inside and out. I then rinse it and reassemble. The entire process takes me about 15 minutes from start to finish and of that, only 5 minutes is hands on.
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Hey Scott, question for you...
I have a DC 200 on a 150g tank with a light-medium load (lost fish in a crash). I recently cleaned my sump and made an egg crate stand. The pump is under around 8" of water running at 28 watts and the wedge pipe is almost closed, but it has been difficult getting the foam to rise out of the cup. Due to the back pressure on the wedge pipe and the water level, water shoots out. Is my water level too low? Would you recommend increasing the water level of the skimmer? |
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Hi Scott,
So previously, I wrote that I was having consistency issues with my DC 200 on a 150g light to moderately stocked tank. I had a heavier fish load, but experienced a crash and lost my largest fish (tangs, angels, etc.). So we've established my bioload may be too low and you suggested some adjustments that I am currently working on, but that's another story... My question is, could using a filter pad in place of filter socks reduce the organics that reach the skimmer and cause it not to skim as well? I've converted my filter sock tray into a filter pad tray and change this once a week. The majority of large organics are caught by this filter pad and its done a great job of keeping my sump free of detritus. I'm just wondering if that may be an issue with the skimmer not skimming as well or as consistently. Yes, my bioload is a factor as well, but in theory, could a large filter pad cause issues with skimming? |
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