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02/18/2017, 11:41 AM
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Calcium reactor question.
I just picked up a MTC pro reactor. I want to know if I can keep it about three feet from my sump. The run is parallel so there is no vertical lift. Will this work? Thanks
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02/18/2017, 12:02 PM
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You can keep it anywhere. Mine is 3ft above my sump.
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02/18/2017, 12:11 PM
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Calcium reactor question.
Good to know with it above your sump and any backflow issues?
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02/18/2017, 06:18 PM
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Also the effluent line is not supposed to be submerged so backflow should never happen regardless. |
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02/18/2017, 08:29 PM
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Glad you mentioned that I will not submerge the affluent tube. Thanks
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02/18/2017, 09:23 PM
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How are you planning to feed the reactor? Mine is a few feet from my sump, but I also use a Masterflex peri pump in pull mode. A superb unit, BTW. I've had mine for over 15 years.
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02/19/2017, 09:17 AM
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I plan on feeding from a manifold to the recirculating pump
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02/19/2017, 10:10 AM
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That should work. It is a good idea to not submerge the end of the effluent tube, though in your case it wouldn't back siphon regardless as you have it set up as a closed loop essentially.
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02/19/2017, 08:00 PM
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Another quick question does the vent line need to be by the sump. Or will anywhere it can get fresh air work?
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02/19/2017, 08:56 PM
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Vent line is not for fresh air, it is to expel gasses that may buildup inside the unit. It should be positioned into the sump.
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02/20/2017, 05:24 AM
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Excellent glad I asked. Thanks. I appreciate all the help.
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