Skimmer help needed!

[Chiefmaster30]

I Need help fixing my protein skimmer. It is a cheap seaclone 100 or 150 I believe. About 6 months old. It doesn't seem to be producing any foam no matter what setting I put it on. Acts like maybe somethings clogged up somewhere. I have tried cleaning it. Nothing seems to help!

 

[twilliard]

Is it still making micro bubbles?
Foam is dependant on the organics and DOC's

 

[Chiefmaster30]

In the chamber i think it is. Before, it was making a lot of micro bubbles even putting a lot out of the return pump.

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Now there aren't any micro bubbles at all coming from return. When it does skim, it collects pretty black gunk in the collection cup.

 

[twilliard]

You might want to check for salt buildup where the airline attaches.
You should be able to blow air through it easily

 

[Chiefmaster30]

Ok thanks!