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06/11/2012, 07:31 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Dublin, OH
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Massive CL pump on timer 5min on 5 off?
I have about 5000GPH CL pump that uses about 4 amps. Currently I have it setup on my Apex 5 mins on and 5 mins off. currently FOWLR and only have a few fish. tanks 5x2x2 pinensula with outputs on the far ends with input in middle of other end. I have a powerhead (koraline?) behind the input.
Is this a good idea? It helps with the electricity usage but I don't want a negative effect on everything. Should I add another powerhead or 2? completely turn off the CL? Leave it on? larger on/off times? |
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06/11/2012, 08:04 PM
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Join Date: Jul 2002
Location: Wilmington, North Carolina
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The only drawback I can think of, barring the pump g a minimum run time without putting stress on the motor, is that livestock (such as snails) getting into the impeller.
hth, Sean
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06/11/2012, 09:47 PM
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Join Date: Feb 2009
Location: Lubbock, Tx
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i asked about this with Reeflo, and i mentioned hour on hour off or 6 on 6 off, and they said it wouldnt hurt, but it can wear out the starter brushes
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