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MAINTENANCE 
Caution:

To avoid possible electric shock, special care should be taken            

when using this electrical appliance near water.

Caution:

Always isolate the pump from mains electricity before installing or carrying 

out any maintenance to the skimmer.

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Skim Protein Skimmers should need very little adjustment and maintenance once

set up correctly. However due to salt deposits and the high calcium level in marine
aquariums it is common for deposits to build up and therefore it is recommended that
the skimmers are cleaned periodically.
1. To operate efficiently, the skimmer must be in use 24 hours a day.
2. Make sure all connections are tightly secured.
3. Check regularly if skimmer is functioning properly and producing the desired foam

consistency and waste material.

4. When the collection cup is full, ensure all waste material is removed.
5. Remove collection cup (see below) and clean any organic build up or salt and/or

calcium deposits from the collection cup and neck.

6. Ensure the outlet and inlet pipe assemblies and the air inlet are clean and free of

blockages.

7. Clean and periodically replace the V

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Bubble 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 downwards until the assembly is released from the
main pipework. Please note: to fully remove the venturi injection assembly from
the skimmer you must first disconnect the venturi air inlet connection tube (11).

10. On models 600-1500, when carrying out routine maintenance ensure that the

collection cup O ring (15) is correctly positioned and free from any dirt, detritus,
salt and/or calcium deposits. Failure to do so could result in leaks when the
water pump is switched on.

USEFUL TIP:

On models 600-1500, during routine maintenance it is advisable to

ensure that the collection cup O ring is checked for any signs of degradation and
replaced accordingly. Spares are available from your local stockist (part no. 5364).

Twist and lift

the collection

cup to remove

Removable 
Venturi 
Injection 
Assembly
(on models 
800-1500)

Twist collar to
remove/attach 

collection cup

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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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