Tlf 550 reactor mod for pellets

[rhody605]

I don't have a check valve installed. Just a normal ball type valve that came with my reactor.

Hope that helps picture my setup.


Mike

[Ross]

Have you unplugged your pellet reactor since doing this mod?

I modified mine last night and it makes a huge mess when you unplug it.
Since the tube is unrestricted to the pellets, they get sucked back out the motor into the sump when the pump isn't turning.

Mine also plugged up my 250gph powerhead in the process.

I switched it back promptly to the way that it was previously since the last thing I want is pellets plugging up my skimmer or return pump.

I assumed you installed a check valve to remedy this issue.

[subman]

Originally Posted by Ross

Have you unplugged your pellet reactor since doing this mod?

I modified mine last night and it makes a huge mess when you unplug it.
Since the tube is unrestricted to the pellets, they get sucked back out the motor into the sump when the pump isn't turning.

Mine also plugged up my 250gph powerhead in the process.

I switched it back promptly to the way that it was previously since the last thing I want is pellets plugging up my skimmer or return pump.

I assumed you installed a check valve to remedy this issue.

It can all be solved with proper hose placement. Either have both hoses on the same level (a sump setup) or have the upper hose out of the water so their is a siphon break. no check valve is required.