TROUBLE SHOOTING
Problem:The skimmer is not working properly
1. Possible Cause:Water level in the water inlet chamber (6) is too low.
Solution:Alter water level adjustment slide (15) accordingly.
2. Possible Cause:Air inlet (13) is blocked.
Solution: Check for blockage and clean as required.
3. Possible Cause: Pump is not plugged in or is not operating correctly.
Solution: Check and refer to instructions provided with your water supply pump.
4. Possible Cause: Multi-Jet venturi injection system (11) is clogged or blocked.
Solution: Clean accordingly.
5. Possible Cause: Salinity level in the aquarium may not be correct.
Solution: Check salinity level and adjust accordingly.
Problem: No air bubbles (or very few) are being produced inside the skimmer
1. Possible Cause: The air inlet (13) is blocked.
Solution: Check for blockage and clean as required.
2. Possible Cause: Pump is not operating or performing correctly.
Solution: Check and refer to instructions provided with your water supply pump.
3. Possible Cause: Multi-Jet venturi injection system (11) is clogged or blocked.
Solution: Clean accordingly.
Problem: No foam is being produced inside the collection cup
1. Possible Cause:Water level inside the water inlet chamber (6) needs to be adjusted.
Solution:Alter water level adjustment slide (15) accordingly.
2. Possible Cause: Skimmer has just been installed and may take up to 24hrs to adjust
properly to aquarium system.
Solution: Let your water supply pump run for 24-48 hours to allow the skimmer to
establish itself.
3. Possible Cause:The aquarium is new and there is very little organic matter or particles to
be removed so skimming will be limited.
Solution:The skimmer will start skimming as soon as organic matter or particles build up
in the aquarium.
4. Possible Cause:Venturi injection assembly (11) is clogged or blocked.
Solution: Clean accordingly.
Problem:Water is rapidly overflowing into the collection cup
1. Possible Cause: Water level in the skimmer may be too high.
Solution:Alter water level adjustment slide (15) accordingly.
2. Possible Cause:Water is not being discharged through the water outlet (14).
Solution: Check for blockage and clean as required.
3. Possible Cause: Pump is too powerful or water flow is too high.
Solution: Check and adjust pump and water flow.
4. Possible Cause: Multi-Jet venturi injection system (11) is clogged or blocked.
Solution: Clean accordingly.
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