H&S Skimmer Club - Page 23

Mimbler1 · 08/03/2012, 05:58 PM

Just wanted to give some feedback on my impeller replacement. I put Reefdynamics impellers on my A250, and am very impressed. Over 20 percent more air measured on my dwyer than than the h&s did new, bubble size at least as small, and quieter. 149 each. I'm very impressed, and glad that my H&S can continue skimming far into the future. I love this skimmer!
Mike

reefernutz · 08/20/2012, 06:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Mimbler1

Just wanted to give some feedback on my impeller replacement. I put Reefdynamics impellers on my A250, and am very impressed. Over 20 percent more air measured on my dwyer than than the h&s did new, bubble size at least as small, and quieter. 149 each. I'm very impressed, and glad that my H&S can continue skimming far into the future. I love this skimmer!
Mike

That's good to know. I put the Deltec replacement on my A200 and it performs the same as the original H&S impeller did. I'll definately keep the Reef Dynamics in mind for the next replacement.

krzyphsygy · 09/03/2012, 11:21 AM

After 3 months of e-mails, H&S finally emailed me back on my leaking skimmer body. Its leaking where recirc pump attaches to the body of the pump. A slight drip. It was just leaking saltcreep, but now is leaking water.
I bought a SRO XP 2000 Cone to replace it while trying to fix it or get a replacement and I have to say the Super Reef Octopus is NO COMPARISON to my Beloved H&S.

By far the best skimmer on the planet. I just really hope they get there service problems corrected so they start selling there skimmers again. All these new skimmers out there with new designs IMO are still not working as well as the simple old basic design that was started by Euro Reef and Deltec. I run a cone now on the SRO and it does not skim as well as my A150.

I pray they come through. They need a rep working in the US.

moondoggy4 · 09/04/2012, 07:44 PM

Do you have a link for H&S I could not find one. I need the ceramic bearings for my Aqua Bee pump.

krzyphsygy · 09/04/2012, 10:47 PM

hs.aquaristik@t-online.de

This is the email address I used and it was really hard to get a responce. I am emailing a guy name Udo back and forth.

They are 6 hours ahead of my time on the east coast.

moondoggy4 · 09/05/2012, 12:37 AM

Thanks for the link I was afraid that they closed up shop.

krzyphsygy · 09/05/2012, 04:59 PM

No, there still there. I guess when Fins Reef closed up they lost there US support and according to H&S. Thats it, Brian was basically it.

Udo chalked up temperature to the reason for the leak at the acrylic/pvc weld. He did not want to even acknowledge responsibility on a possible defect. So They recommended a pvc cement to repair the leak and they were 100% correct. It did fix it perfectly. It was leaking like a drop every two hours....no big deal at all.

So know I can get my H&S back online.......missed that beast. Best performing skimmer IMO.

Now I have 2 really nice skimmers....guess I will keep them both, maybe sell the SRO XP2000 Cone.

moondoggy4 · 09/05/2012, 05:52 PM

http://www.sewatec.de/store-faqs.php?faqPath=2 I found this company that carries H&S and they ship to the US I believe, I have e-mailed them.

krzyphsygy · 09/05/2012, 07:30 PM

Just registered in case I need them.

Hey do you have the recirc model or the in sump model H&S? Mine is the A150 recirc. I was considering running it in sump instead of external to the sump, but wondered if it running it in sump was resrtict performace in any way?

moondoggy4 · 09/05/2012, 11:13 PM

http://www.sewatec.de/protein-skimme...00-inside.html this model I have always wanted the rec model like the one you have. You can run them in the sump unless the water depth is way to high like up to the neck.

welsher7 · 09/06/2012, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by krzyphsygy

Just registered in case I need them.

Hey do you have the recirc model or the in sump model H&S? Mine is the A150 recirc. I was considering running it in sump instead of external to the sump, but wondered if it running it in sump was resrtict performace in any way?

I run my A150 recirc in sump with no issues. You still have to use a feed pump or your overflow to feed the skimmer and you don't want the outlet of the skimmer submergerd too much or it will cause back pressure.

krzyphsygy · 09/06/2012, 08:37 AM

Thats the photo I was looking for! Is your airline tubing thats connected to the pumps venturi out of water or under water.

krzyphsygy · 09/06/2012, 08:40 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by moondoggy4

http://www.sewatec.de/protein-skimme...00-inside.html this model I have always wanted the rec model like the one you have. You can run them in the sump unless the water depth is way to high like up to the neck.

Any luck getting a hold of H&S. I just spoke with them n email today and he said he has all H&S parts ready to ship .Just tell him what you want and he will give price and postage.

Joe · 09/06/2012, 09:12 AM

I've run my A150 in-sump for years.
Shoot, pics didn't work.......

welsher7 · 09/06/2012, 09:45 AM

the end of the airline hose has to be above the water line.

krzyphsygy · 09/06/2012, 11:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by welsher7

the end of the airline hose has to be above the water line.

Well I meant the part that is attached to the pump. I know there must be an open end to receive the air.

welsher7 · 09/06/2012, 11:05 AM

HA... sorry....

I will check when I get home from work, but I believe it is below the water line.

moondoggy4 · 09/06/2012, 05:15 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krzyphsygy

Any luck getting a hold of H&S. I just spoke with them n email today and he said he has all H&S parts ready to ship .Just tell him what you want and he will give price and postage.

I did hear from them today, something like 48 euro and change for the impeller and the bearings, I wonder if we could piggy back a order to save on some shipping. There also might others who would also like to order, not sure.

krzyphsygy · 09/06/2012, 09:43 PM

I would but I do not have anything I need to order from them just yet. If I do though, I will get with you if you have not already ordered.

moondoggy4 · 09/06/2012, 10:34 PM

No I have not ordered as of yet. I will email them again to fine tune my order.
Anybody else need something from H&S in Germany.

welsher7 · 09/07/2012, 08:28 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by krzyphsygy

Well I meant the part that is attached to the pump. I know there must be an open end to receive the air.

I checked last night. Where the hose attaches pump is about 1.5" - 2" below the waters surface.

krzyphsygy · 09/08/2012, 10:46 AM

So I just got my H&S back online after 4 years being out of service, and I forgot a few things. How do I lower the water level in the skimmer?

Is it that if the dots connect its at its lowest point and the further I turn the dot away from the other the water level rises?

pecan2phat · 09/09/2012, 01:54 PM

If the pipe adjustment is a wedge pipe, then where the dot connects is at the most open point so turning it in either direction will restrict and raise the water level in the skimmer body. External model, maybe lower the input feed. Internal model, maybe raise the skimmer slightly.

welsher7 · 09/09/2012, 04:08 PM

Also since you are running the external version the gph going into the skimmer will also effect the water level in the skimmer body.

krzyphsygy · 09/09/2012, 05:41 PM

I am right below the bayonet on the skimmer with it wide open. Its has finally started foaming after about 24hrs. So thats good. Just needs to break back in again. I ran it in vinegar for about 4 hours before setting it up.

08/03/2012, 05:58 PM	#551
Mimbler1 Registered Member Join Date: Oct 2000 Location: Wichita, KS Posts: 575	Just wanted to give some feedback on my impeller replacement. I put Reefdynamics impellers on my A250, and am very impressed. Over 20 percent more air measured on my dwyer than than the h&s did new, bubble size at least as small, and quieter. 149 each. I'm very impressed, and glad that my H&S can continue skimming far into the future. I love this skimmer! Mike __________________ Mike

09/06/2012, 09:12 AM	#564
Joe Registered Member Join Date: Dec 1999 Location: Amish Country, PA. USA Posts: 978	I've run my A150 in-sump for years. Shoot, pics didn't work....... __________________ I put the laughter in slaughter. Current Tank Info: 120 Gallon Oceanic Tech Tank, Two MP40W Gen 2 Vortechs, H & S A-150-F2001 External Skimmer, Oceanic Model 3 Sump, Current Outer Orbit Pro 250 Watt MH/T5 Combo

09/06/2012, 09:45 AM	#565
welsher7 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 896	the end of the airline hose has to be above the water line. __________________ Dan Current Tank Info: A rebuilding year.....

09/06/2012, 11:05 AM	#567
welsher7 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 896	HA... sorry.... I will check when I get home from work, but I believe it is below the water line. __________________ Dan Current Tank Info: A rebuilding year.....

09/09/2012, 04:08 PM	#574
welsher7 Registered Member Join Date: Mar 2006 Location: Fort Wayne, IN Posts: 896	Also since you are running the external version the gph going into the skimmer will also effect the water level in the skimmer body. __________________ Dan Current Tank Info: A rebuilding year.....

09/03/2012, 11:21 AM	#553
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	After 3 months of e-mails, H&S finally emailed me back on my leaking skimmer body. Its leaking where recirc pump attaches to the body of the pump. A slight drip. It was just leaking saltcreep, but now is leaking water. I bought a SRO XP 2000 Cone to replace it while trying to fix it or get a replacement and I have to say the Super Reef Octopus is NO COMPARISON to my Beloved H&S. By far the best skimmer on the planet. I just really hope they get there service problems corrected so they start selling there skimmers again. All these new skimmers out there with new designs IMO are still not working as well as the simple old basic design that was started by Euro Reef and Deltec. I run a cone now on the SRO and it does not skim as well as my A150. I pray they come through. They need a rep working in the US.

09/04/2012, 07:44 PM	#554
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	Do you have a link for H&S I could not find one. I need the ceramic bearings for my Aqua Bee pump.

09/04/2012, 10:47 PM	#555
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	hs.aquaristik@t-online.de This is the email address I used and it was really hard to get a responce. I am emailing a guy name Udo back and forth. They are 6 hours ahead of my time on the east coast.

09/05/2012, 12:37 AM	#556
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	Thanks for the link I was afraid that they closed up shop.

09/05/2012, 04:59 PM	#557
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	No, there still there. I guess when Fins Reef closed up they lost there US support and according to H&S. Thats it, Brian was basically it. Udo chalked up temperature to the reason for the leak at the acrylic/pvc weld. He did not want to even acknowledge responsibility on a possible defect. So They recommended a pvc cement to repair the leak and they were 100% correct. It did fix it perfectly. It was leaking like a drop every two hours....no big deal at all. So know I can get my H&S back online.......missed that beast. Best performing skimmer IMO. Now I have 2 really nice skimmers....guess I will keep them both, maybe sell the SRO XP2000 Cone.

09/05/2012, 05:52 PM	#558
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	http://www.sewatec.de/store-faqs.php?faqPath=2 I found this company that carries H&S and they ship to the US I believe, I have e-mailed them.

09/05/2012, 07:30 PM	#559
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	Just registered in case I need them. Hey do you have the recirc model or the in sump model H&S? Mine is the A150 recirc. I was considering running it in sump instead of external to the sump, but wondered if it running it in sump was resrtict performace in any way?

09/05/2012, 11:13 PM	#560
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	http://www.sewatec.de/protein-skimme...00-inside.html this model I have always wanted the rec model like the one you have. You can run them in the sump unless the water depth is way to high like up to the neck.

09/06/2012, 08:37 AM	#562
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	Thats the photo I was looking for! Is your airline tubing thats connected to the pumps venturi out of water or under water.

09/06/2012, 09:43 PM	#569
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	I would but I do not have anything I need to order from them just yet. If I do though, I will get with you if you have not already ordered.

09/06/2012, 10:34 PM	#570
moondoggy4 Registered Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: menifee So cal Posts: 11,042	No I have not ordered as of yet. I will email them again to fine tune my order. Anybody else need something from H&S in Germany.

09/08/2012, 10:46 AM	#572
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	So I just got my H&S back online after 4 years being out of service, and I forgot a few things. How do I lower the water level in the skimmer? Is it that if the dots connect its at its lowest point and the further I turn the dot away from the other the water level rises?

09/09/2012, 01:54 PM	#573
pecan2phat Registered Member Join Date: Feb 2004 Location: Wallingford, CT Posts: 4,990	If the pipe adjustment is a wedge pipe, then where the dot connects is at the most open point so turning it in either direction will restrict and raise the water level in the skimmer body. External model, maybe lower the input feed. Internal model, maybe raise the skimmer slightly.

09/09/2012, 05:41 PM	#575
krzyphsygy Registered Member Join Date: Apr 2006 Posts: 2,148	I am right below the bayonet on the skimmer with it wide open. Its has finally started foaming after about 24hrs. So thats good. Just needs to break back in again. I ran it in vinegar for about 4 hours before setting it up.