I have been running my skimmer for almost a month now and it is still overflowing the adjustment valve on the left is all the way open. Skimmer in in 9 inches it says to be between 8-10 inches. Ever time I do something in my tank like (WC, clean sump, etc.) It stops overflowing for a minute or two. Idk what to do at this point.
Aquamaxx overflowing!
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CausticGuy
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I believe when I was comparing this skimmer with the Vertex 150, people were having great results between 7-8.5" depth. Try to raise it up if possible. Also, are you using any medications, epoxy, foods with gelatin and have you double checked salinity?
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The venturi (aka volute) is that portion where the air tube meets the pump. It has a tendency to clog up with salt deposits.
Now I don't know this skimmer, but the above picture looks like the air line coming out of the muffler is connected to the drain of the skimmer cup. Am I seeing that right? And if I am, that's not right.
Now I don't know this skimmer, but the above picture looks like the air line coming out of the muffler is connected to the drain of the skimmer cup. Am I seeing that right? And if I am, that's not right.
CausticGuy
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It does look like water is getting into the air intake through the muffler. Redirect the collection cup drain away from the air intake.
