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Old 05-05-2011, 11:04 PM
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Default NO FOAM FROM SKIMMER!!!

So i set up my skimmer finally(reeflo orca 200) and im not getting any foammy stuff that is supposed to be produced, plus i have tiny bubbles in my tanks now!!! Can anyone explain, maybe even help???
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Old 05-05-2011, 11:14 PM
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skimmers have a break in period before they really start to produce anything. Give it at least a week and you should see some foam production and the microbubbles will diminish as well
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Old 05-05-2011, 11:24 PM
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thanks.....
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Old 05-05-2011, 11:41 PM
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I don't think you should have any bubbles in your tank -break-in period or not. You may have to play with the air injection a bit. Probably best to not fuss over it too much for a week or 2 until everything settles down.
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Old 05-07-2011, 05:44 PM
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For the next time you get a skimmer you can wash it in hot water (tap water hot) and that should knock a few days off
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