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Old 09-18-2013, 08:47 PM
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I like my Lifereef skimmer.Set it and forget it.
Where did you buy your skimmer?
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Old 09-18-2013, 09:02 PM
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Ordered directly from Jeff at lifereef.com. The 6 foot tall one is rated for 1000 gal.
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Old 09-18-2013, 09:43 PM
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And how big is your tank?
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Old 09-18-2013, 09:45 PM
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180. System volume is closer to 280.
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Old 09-18-2013, 09:49 PM
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180. System volume is closer to 280.
180G and you ordered a 6 foot tall. It's rated for 1500G+. Also did you ordered together with the pump?
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Old 09-18-2013, 10:04 PM
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Not currently running at 6 feet tall.5 foot tall but I have the extension ready to go soon.I did get the pump with it. Yes it's overkill for my system but wth
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Old 09-18-2013, 09:57 PM
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Old 09-18-2013, 10:04 PM
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Also is it easy to remove the skimmer cup.
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Old 09-18-2013, 10:08 PM
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Also is it easy to remove the skimmer cup.
I shut the skimmer pump off,release the quick connect tubes,unscrew the nylon bolts a bit and lift the top off as 1 unit.Clean it,reinstall and fire it up.No adjustments required.
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