7)
Now loosen the Red control knob so that you have a nice smooth motion where you can freely turn the
skimmer body holding either the base of the collection cup or the “Collar” of the skimmer’s upper
body.
Turn counter-clockwise to raise the foam and turn clockwise to lower the foam and adjust to
your desired level
. Once you have reached your desired foaming level, you can lock the adjustment by
tightening the Red control knob (tighten where the bottom surfaces touch and it is fine). Avoid tightening too
much or all the way; you only need it to be tight enough for it to hold the setting. Over tightening can
possibly tilt the body slightly and throw off your setting and leak out micro-bubbles in between the bottom
plates.
8)
Each time you adjust the skimmer, make sure to loosen the tension lock first to get minimal restricted motion
on the body.
BREAK IN Period: this is the time it takes for the new pump and skimmer to loosen, equalize and balance itself
into your tank and its chemistry. The average break in period is typically 1-3 days. During this period, the
skimming level can be either too high or too low. You can make slight adjustments to it as needed. Once the PLS-
50 Elite has fully broken in with your water is when it will hold more consistent.
Maintenance:
1)
To empty out the collected Protein (DOCs organic waste), you gently pull the collection cup upward and it
will disconnect with the skimmer body. Empty or clean as you wish and push back into the skimmer body.
2)
Once in a while it is recommended to give the PLS-50 Elite a complete cleaning. To do this, the skimmer
takes apart in 4 pieces. The collection cup comes off, the skimmer body can be disassembled by removing the
Control knob (Red flower knob) and simply pull upward to separate from base, the pump unscrews off of the
bottom and the center bracket will remain.
3)
Clean under warm water or diluted Vinegar (For soaking). Then re-assemble and place back into filter
chambers for use.
Troubleshooting excess micro-bubbles
Solution 1: Check to make sure the angled cut hole of the air intake stem (on the volute) is turned facing inward
towards the pump body. If you look into the volute and you see the angled cut hole, then it is facing the wrong direction
and needs to be turned.
Solution 2: Your tank may have conditioners, foods, supplements that are sensitive for the skimmer. This makes the
skimmer produce either excess amounts of bubbles or produce bubbles which cannot process (or pop) normally.
Solution 3: Make sure tank has completed the nitrogen cycle (4-6 weeks) before turning on the skimmer. Protein
skimmers are designed to remove and react only to DOC’s (Dissolved Organic Compounds). If your tank isn’t cycled
properly or completely, the skimmer will not react properly to the water and create excess bubbles or sometimes not
enough bubbles.
Limited 1 Year Warranty
This product is under warranty by CAD Lighting CO. against pump failure, leaks or cracks due to defects in materials
or workmanship for 1 year from the original date of purchase. Warranty does not cover physical damage. If this product
is found to be defective, the dealer you purchased it from is authorized to exchange it for a new one, provided this it has
not been modified, damaged, or misused. Proof of purchase must be provided
Thank you for choosing CAD Lights aquariums for your high performance aquarium equipment. We appreciate it very
much with our utmost appreciation,
Sincerely,
CAD Lights Aquariums Co.
