HELP! overflow sump questions

[untamed]

If you could post some photos, it might be easier to understand your concern. Otherwise, I'm not sure I understand your questions.

There are lots of options to avoid siphoning out the tank in a power failure. In fact, I would NOT want to rely on a siphon break hole because they can easily get plugged up.

[cathyg_99]

Originally Posted by untamed

If you could post some photos, it might be easier to understand your concern. Otherwise, I'm not sure I understand your questions.

There are lots of options to avoid siphoning out the tank in a power failure. In fact, I would NOT want to rely on a siphon break hole because they can easily get plugged up.

that was basically my question, so what else would you use as well?

[The Grizz]

You could add a check valve to your return line.

[cathyg_99]

Originally Posted by The Grizz

You could add a check valve to your return line.

why didnt i ask this question before i turned on the tank... dammit... thanks

[reefwars]

Originally Posted by cathyg_99

why didnt i ask this question before i turned on the tank... dammit... thanks

what side of the city are you on???? if you like i can come over and give you the five minute course it would have to be after seven and tonight as im gone tomorrow but i wouldnt mind coming and answering any concerns you may have.....better to be safe and have it checked if your unsure of it let me know cheers

[mark]

unless the pump return line is really low in the display you shouldn't need a check valve or siphon break.