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SKIMMER ASSEMBLY

The V

2

Skim Protein Skimmer is supplied almost fully assembled to ensure the skimmer

is ready to use as soon as possible after unpacking.
1. Ensure the skimmer collection cup (2) and lid (1) are securely and correctly

positioned on the main skimmer body (9) and on models 600-1500 please check
that the skimmer collection cup O ring (15) is also positioned correctly.

2. Attach the outlet pipe assembly (5) to the water outlet (4).
3. Attach the inlet pipe hose assembly (6) to the water inlet (7)

V

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BUBBLE STOP ASSEMBLY

1. Select the correct mounting bracket (21 or 22) for your aquarium and insert bracket

into the slot located at the back of the V

2

Bubble Stop.

2. Insert the screw (23) on the mounting bracket for later use.

INSTALLATION 

The versatile design allows the V

2

Skim Protein Skimmer to be used either externally as a

‘‘

hang-on

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skimmer or internally in a sump or aquarium.

A.

 ‘‘

HANG-ON

’’

 INSTALLATION

1. Ensure there is adequate space around the

aquarium or sump to allow the skimmer to be
installed.

2. Ensure that there is an adequate unobstructed

space for the pump inside the aquarium.

3. Place pump in aquarium. For maximum performance

do not locate the pump more than 20cm below
the water inlet of the skimmer.

USEFUL TIP:

Use the suction cup bracket provided

with the pump to secure the pump on the side of
your aquarium directly below the inlet of your
V

2

Skim Protein Skimmer.

4. Hang the V

2

Skim Protein Skimmer on the side of

your aquarium in the desired location and tighten the securing screws (8).

5. Connect pump to skimmer using the inlet pipe hose assembly (6).

USEFUL TIP:

There are a number of fittings and accessories supplied with the pump

which allow for easy connection of the inlet pipe hose assembly to the pump.

5. Attach the V

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Bubble Stop mounting bracket onto the side of your aquarium so the

outlet pipe assembly (5) of the skimmer can be easily located.

6. Insert outlet pipe assembly into the V

2

Bubble Stop and tighten

V

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Bubble Stop securing screw (23).

7. On models 800-1500 there is a drain port (16) fitted in the base

of the collection cup which allows skimmate (waste material) to
be drained to waste.When using this port, remove the rubber
drain plug and fit the supplied collection cup drain hose (24) so
that skimmate can be easily drained away. Please note that longer lengths of drain
hose are available from your local stockist, if required (part no. 5367).

20cm

Water

Pump

V

2

Bubble Stop

Aquarium

Outlet pipe
assembly

Screw

V

2

Bubble

Stop

Water outlet

3

Summary of Contents for V2Skim Series

Page 1: ...the pump continues to maintain a steady water flow it must be cleaned regularly to ensure it does not become clogged with debris or detritus Pump rating 220 240V 50Hz unless marked otherwise Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is malfunctioning or if it has been dropped or damaged in any way This unit is designed to be used indoors and is not suitable for any outdoo...

Page 2: ...sembly part no 5365 7 Water Inlet 8 V2Skim Securing Screws part no 5369 sold separately 9 Main Skimmer Body 10 Venturi Injection Assembly 11 Venturi Air Inlet Connection Tube on models 800 1500 only part no 5370 12 Hanger 13 Venturi Air Intake Silencer on models 800 1500 only 14 Air Inlet 15 Collection Cup O Ring on models 600 1500 only part no 5364 16 Drain Port on models 800 1500 only 17 Collect...

Page 3: ...mance do not locate the pump more than 20cm below the water inlet of the skimmer USEFULTIP Use the suction cup bracket provided with the pump to secure the pump on the side of your aquarium directly below the inlet of your V2Skim Protein Skimmer 4 Hang theV2Skim Protein Skimmer on the side of your aquarium in the desired location and tighten the securing screws 8 5 Connect pump to skimmer using th...

Page 4: ...theV2Bubble Stop to be positioned in the desired location use two cable ties to secure the V2Bubble Stop to the upright fixed outlet pipe directly below the outlet see on Parts List diagram OPERATION 1 Make sure all connections are tightly secured 2 Ensure the skimmer collection cup 2 and lid 1 are securely and correctly positioned on the skimmer body 9 3 Turn the water level adjustment dial 3 to ...

Page 5: ...outlet of the ozone generator to the air inlet 14 of the V2Skim Protein Skimmer using ozone resistant tubing not supplied the V2Skim s patented venturi injection system will automatically draw ozone gas into the main body of the skimmer USEFUL TIP Although ozone gas enhances the skimming process should a reduction in skimming performance be noticed following the addition of an ozone generator ther...

Page 6: ...an and periodically replace the V2Bubble Stop sponges 8 Clean the pump regularly to ensure it does not become clogged with debris or detritus refer to pump instructions for full maintenance instructions 9 On models 800 1500 the venturi injection assembly 10 can be removed to allow easier cleaning and maintenance This is achieved by simply twisting the assembly clockwise and gently pushing downward...

Page 7: ...tions for full maintenance instructions Problem No air bubbles or very few are being produced inside the skimmer 1 Possible Cause The air tube to the venturi is not attached Solution Re attach venturi air inlet connection tube 11 2 Possible Cause The air inlet of the venturi chamber is clogged Solution Remove and check for blockage and clean as required 3 Possible Cause Pump is not operating or pe...

Page 8: ...ately 2400l hr V2Skim 600 For aquariums up to 600 litres 130 UK Gallons with a recommended flow rate of approximately 2400l hr V2Skim 800 For aquariums up to 800 litres 180 UK Gallons with a recommended flow rate of approximately 2800l hr V2Skim 1000 For aquariums up to 1000 litres 220 UK Gallons with a recommended flow rate of approximately 2800l hr V2Skim 1200 For aquariums up to 1200 litres 260...

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