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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Skim 600-1500
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