New Skimmer

nomlast · Sep 17, 2016

So I have a 75 gallon with a 20gal sump. I have recently purchased a Bubble Magnus Curve 5 and when I installed it, it just filled the collection cup instantly. The parameters say it's meant to run a little over 9" and I am running at 8". I have read about break in periods but should the skimmer be overflowing the collection cup like this?

cromag27 · Sep 17, 2016

Normal during break-in. should go away after a few days. if not, then you need more water depth.

nomlast · Sep 17, 2016

cromag08 said:
Normal during break-in. should go away after a few days. if not, then you need more water depth.

Ok thanks, we will wait and see. I can't go deeper though.

dbl · Sep 17, 2016

Sounds like normal behavior for a new skimmer. I actually have one I use on a smaller tank and found it works best at about 7.5" of water. Could just be me though...

cromag27 · Sep 17, 2016

I have one in 10" and it performs like a champ. skimmers will also react to their environment, so it's not uncommon to have them work good at different water depths.

Reeferfourlife · Sep 17, 2016

What everyone said above. Also make sure your water level at skimmer section is stable. Give it a week to break in

Martyd · Sep 17, 2016

Are you running the skimmer wide open? If so, just take the lid off and let it overflow for a couple of days. Like the OP said, it should settle down quickly.