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08/06/2008, 08:28 PM
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Skimmer goes nuts - Canister Filter C-220
I set up a marineland canister filter on my 55g reef to help suck out detritus after I blow off the rocks.
When I turn it on the skimmer goes into overdrive. Why does it do this? Inside the filter is carbon, ceramic rounds, and some mesh filters. I dont have a sump so I can not set up a filter sock to catch the heavy stuff, I am hoping this will help out. |
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08/06/2008, 09:01 PM
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Is it the carbon causing this, should I even be running my skimmer?
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08/06/2008, 09:18 PM
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Location: indiana
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If it is new filter media or even a new filter there is resadue that has some oily content and it will make a skimmer go goofie for a bit
Two things you can do is run the filter for a while with the skimmer off or readjust the skimmer for a bit while doing this.
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If it was'nt for the sea I could not see or sing ( Jimmy Buffet ) I like to glue animals to rocks and put disturbing amounts of electricity and saltwater next to each other Reefing is'nt how long you been in it. It is how deep you get in it. Current Tank Info: 400g display build, 300g sump, 75g ATO, 75g refug and a few more. Close to a 1000g. 200g mixing station. |
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