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Components of the Prizm Pro Skimmer
Prizm Pro Skimmer
Accessories
Surface Skimmer
Media Basket
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Included in Deluxe version
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Outlet Pipe
Connector
Impeller
Inlet Port
Pump
Cover
Strainer
Extension Pipe
Clamp
Flow Regulator
Air Plug
Collection
Cup
Main Body
Air / Water
Inlet
Pump
Drain Port
Drain Plug
Collection
Cup Cover
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10. TroubleShooting
Problem : The Inlet Pipe does not fill with water.
Solution : Check for the following in order :
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That the Air plug is closed.
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That the Impeller is rotating and that the power socket is switched on.
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There is at least 2” (5 cm) of water in the Reactor so that
the Impeller Chamber is flooded.
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That the water level in the aquarium or sump is above the
inlet of the Inlet pipe or strainer of the Surface Skimmer.
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The Inlet Pipe has been assembled correctly and is airtight
(o-rings of the Flow Regulator and Air Plug Connector are
seated correctly).
Problem : Water is flowing through the Skimmer but there is no air flow.
Solution : Make sure that the Air Plug is open sufficiently. Check that the Flow
Regulator is not almost closed. Check the air path for other blockages.
Problem : The water is flowing very slowly through the Skimmer.
Solution : Check that the Flow Regulator is not almost closed Check
that there are no other blockages in the Inlet Pipe.
Problem : The Flow Regulator is fully open but the water level in
the Reaction Chamber does not rise into the Throat.
Solution : Rotate the Air Plug slowly in the clockwise direction. A small
restriction of the air inlet will increase the water flow and raise
the water level in the Throat.
Problem : The Skimmer is producing a lot of diluted foam.
Solution : Reduce the flow through the Skimmer with the Flow Regulator
until you obtain the desired results.
Problem : My aquarium is full of micro bubbles or air mist.
Solution : Reduce the flow until air bubbles are not present in the water outflow.
Do not try to run the Skimmer with real wet foam, since this will
waste a lot of seawater.
Problem : The Skimmer was working but now there is no water
in the Inlet Pipe.
Solution : Due to evaporation the water level in the aquarium has dropped
below the height of the water inlet Adjust the water level in your
Aquarium or Sump.
Problem : The bubbles in the Skimmer are too large.
Solution : Make sure you are using the Skimmer in salt water.
Skimmers of this design are not effective for freshwater aquariums.
Problem : Particulate matter is collecting inside the Skimmer.
Solution : This is normal however if the quantity is excessive it is time
to clean the Main Body.
Problem : The Skimmer is new (or just cleaned), and doesn't seem to
be skimming properly.
Solution : If it's new, clean it with soap and water and rinse thoroughly with
hot water. If it's just been cleaned re-rinse with water. Allow the
skimmer to run for 48 hours before worrying. Skimmers react to
changes in water density; soap and other chemical residue from
the molding process. While this is safe for your aquarium, it does
impede the Skimmer's efficiency for a few days. Allow a 2 day
break in time.
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