Tunze power head is not working, why?

Slyguy00 · #1 06-10-2014, 07:42 AM

Vinegar bath. If its seized it will free it up.

Bell Guy · #2 06-10-2014, 07:45 AM

I already did one. same, when it power up, only few degree turn.

Slyguy00 · #3 06-10-2014, 07:46 AM

Looks like it might be time for a new one.

Bell Guy · #4 06-10-2014, 08:05 AM

yes, may have to buy a new one. thinking about the Vertec or Tunze, anyone has suggestion?

Slyguy00 · #5 06-10-2014, 08:24 AM

Never used either of them. Ecotech mp series all the way.

monza · #6 06-10-2014, 01:55 PM

I'm guessing every thing on that pump is repairable/replaceable. When you socked it did you take it all apart?

The Guy · #7 06-10-2014, 05:21 PM

Best bang for the buck is the WP series Jebao wave makers I have wp 25's. As with any pump keeping the cage, motor, impeller and rotor clean with vinegar soaks is the secret to long life I find. I also run a tunze and it works well too.

Madreefer · #8 06-10-2014, 06:27 PM

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Originally Posted by The Guy

Best bang for the buck is the WP series Jebao wave makers I have wp 25's. As with any pump keeping the cage, motor, impeller and rotor clean with vinegar soaks is the secret to long life I find. I also run a tunze and it works well too.

Yea I agree. I've had 5 different Ecotech MP40s and 3 had to be replaced. The options of flow they offer can't be beat but the unrelaiablity and noise is the reason I no longer own them. I now run Tunzes but when they pack it in its the Jebaos for my tank.