Require assistance with a vertex omega 130 skimmer

[reef-keeper]

Originally Posted by AquaAddict

I had to clean mine with vinegar, keep water level at a steady 7 in., and partially block the air intake with a piece of very coarse black foam. After a few months, it started running properly.

Mine came with a silencer foam. I

[albert_dao]

Here's what you want to do:

1. get a tub you can fill to 6-7" of FRESHLY MIXED (using RODI - this is important) salt water.
2. throw your skimmer in it.
3. you should be able to get it to work by fiddling with the adjustments.

If you can get it to operate properly, you have a baseline from whence you can troubleshoot.