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01/29/2015, 07:09 AM | #101 | |
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01/29/2015, 07:12 AM | #102 | |
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01/29/2015, 08:45 AM | #103 |
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I received the same reply from AquaCave. They claimed Skimz had a bad batch of impellers that began to fail when the plastic coating on the impellers started to disintegrate. I believe that covers some of the problems, but there are also numerous posts about the electrical cords detaching from the pump body or leaking current into the water. That is a significant safety concern and those affected by that failure should report it to the U. S. Consumer Product Safety Commission. The U.S. CPSC takes reports of electrical shock very seriously. From personal experience, a few years ago I had a high end ES line Sony stereo receiver give me a jolt, and after reporting it to the CPSC Sony replaced the defective unit with a brand new one that was a model unit higher in grade.
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01/29/2015, 10:40 AM | #104 |
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Well, I placed jebao DC5000 in place of "oryginal" skimz dc5000 - the impeller fits perfectly, but... is it really diffrent pump? Now waiting for pump exchange from retailer.
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02/25/2015, 02:40 PM | #105 |
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I believe it is the same pump.
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02/25/2015, 10:46 PM | #106 |
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I've only had my SKIMZ SM163 for about 3 months now. But, after reading this I decided to take it out and completely disassemble it and do an inspection.
I know it has only been 3 months, but everything looked perfect. I did notice that the impeller did not have the plastic coating on it. Is this a new design? I will continue to clean/inspect on a regular basis -keeping an eye out for problems. On a side note: I thought I'd try my RO Bubble Blaster HY-2000S to see if it would work as a replacement. Nope, won't quite fit in the SM163. Pics of my impeller: |
06/29/2015, 01:38 PM | #107 |
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So glad I found this thread ! I was so close to pulling the trigger on a leopard sl203.
Think I'll keep my xs200 and upgrade the pump to the rodc3500. |
07/05/2015, 05:09 PM | #108 |
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1yr and 2 months and kicking strong, sm 253dc |
07/20/2015, 11:21 PM | #109 |
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Testing my friends SL183 and after several days I haven't been able to control the micro bubbles coming out of the return.
Any ideas? He experienced the same problem when he used it |
07/21/2015, 08:54 AM | #110 |
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How long is several days?
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07/21/2015, 09:48 AM | #111 |
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My Skimz took about 2-3 weeks to break in
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07/21/2015, 09:59 AM | #112 |
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Same here.. I thought it was sooner but i realized when it was finally there . I Had to keep adjusting until this point..Now it produces thick black slimey STINKY Smelly gross mess...
I never had any air bubble issues at all.. |
07/24/2015, 09:55 AM | #113 |
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Are people still having problems with these?
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07/24/2015, 10:01 AM | #114 |
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Ive never had problems with mine.
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07/24/2015, 08:08 PM | #115 |
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No problems here either
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08/01/2015, 12:16 AM | #116 |
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Got me a SKIMZ SM 252 MONZTER E-SERIES - EXTERNAL PROTEIN SKIMMER for my 400gal, break in --In Progress. Looks like a beast, we'll see.
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08/23/2015, 04:45 PM | #117 |
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I just got the sm163, having issues with the instructions. I have the skimmer in 9" of water. I cannot close the basics far enough to bring the water level to wear it says it should be on the initial break-in period. Also I cannot find instructions on the different rpm settings.
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08/23/2015, 05:24 PM | #118 | |
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You should set the air screw in the silencer assembly all the way closed then open it about 3/4 a turn... Open the gate valve all the way up.. Let the skimmer settle for a hour.. Then slowly close the gate until the water reached the area where the Collection cup attaches.. Wait a while again for it to settle... Then slowly close the air very slight turns Wait. turn wait. Do this until the bubbles are just below the bottom of the collection cup.. Then wait 3-4 days and adjust.. check it often as you may have to start adjusting more at any time. This is how i set mine up.. Closing the AIR Raises the bubbles.. Closing the gate raises the water level. Opening the The air lowers the Bubbles. Opening the gate lowers the water level...
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08/23/2015, 06:43 PM | #119 |
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Have had my sn143 for about 2 weeks now and its dialed in for the most part. Took a good week and a half of small daily adjustments to get it where i wanted it but its pulling some dark nasty stuff now.
Only problem I am having now is the refugium light is causing algae to grow inside the skimmer body. I'm thinking of getting a black silicon pot holder and wrapping it around the body to block out any light from getting inside the skimmer body.
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08/25/2015, 07:19 AM | #120 |
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Ok I have the sn143 and I pull alot of wet skimmate, I empty the collection cup ever two days but would like it to be drier. I tried the close the air valve then open it 3/4 turn and adjusting the gate valve for water height to just under the contention of the cup still wet. Has anyone run there on say 5 pump power? MI ro bubble are still a problem for me also. Love the skimmer super quite
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08/26/2015, 10:46 AM | #121 | |
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09/19/2015, 09:25 PM | #122 |
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Well, just thought I'd chime in.
Just got home from a weeks vacation to see my skimmer (SN123) NOT skimming. I'm going to take it apart in the morning, but I have a feeling my pump or impeller is shot.
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09/19/2015, 09:32 PM | #123 |
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How long have you had it and is it dc pump?
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09/22/2015, 05:36 PM | #124 |
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SM251 internal.. It's been running great so far!
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10/06/2015, 01:18 PM | #125 |
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Sorry, not sure how I missed your question, guess I need to open my eyes a little better...lol
Anyway, I've had it since July. I ended up taking it apart and giving the pump/impeller a vinegar bath. After cleaning, I reassembled and tried to fire it up in a bucket of RO/DI (wasn't going to re-install it in the sump yet). The impeller still didn't move but the controller was lighting up. Sent it all over to Aquacave, they "repaired" it and sent it back. I tested it, and now it works like a champ again. They didn't tell me what was wrong with it so I sent them a note asking about it. They replied stating that the impeller was seized in the pump from build up and that I should clean the pump in vinegar/water every 2-3 months. While I agree with the cleaning schedule, it doesn't make sense as I did clean it prior to opening a ticket with them and it didn't help. So I don't know, I guess I'll just have to wait and see.
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