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Unread 03/20/2013, 08:04 PM   #1
Krenshaw22
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How To Prime An Aquamaxx Hob Skimmer?

Ok guys I have this setup and now where do I go from here? This is my first skimmer.

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Unread 03/20/2013, 10:10 PM   #2
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Alright guys its primed and set to the highest point do I just wait now until its broken in and then begin to slowly lower it.

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This skimmer has been out of stock forever. I'm glad you were able to pick one up! I said forget it and went with a JNS WS-1.

Good luck!


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Unread 03/21/2013, 07:45 AM   #4
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Alright guys its primed and set to the highest point do I just wait now until its broken in and then begin to slowly lower it.

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Yes.
Leave the cup high for now until you start getting a consistent foam head in the body. After that you can lower the cup incrementally and monitor for an hour or so between adjustments until you get the skimmate you desire.


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Ok thank you guys and ill leave it up high and check it out tomorrow.


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