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  1. debasis_global

    debasis_global Astrea Snail

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    I just install my new weipro SA 2012 skimmer last night. But since then no bubbles are coming out. Please let me know the reason. I am very new in marine hobby. So please help.
     
    debasis_global, Dec 28, 2009
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  2. patrick824

    patrick824 Montipora Digitata

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    a picture would help... a lot :)
    does your air line have a mini gate valve? check that
     
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  3. Telgar

    Telgar Snowflake Eel

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    there is usually a break in period before the skimmer begins to function correctly - has to break down oils left over from the manufacturing process
     
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  4. GreyGhost

    GreyGhost Purple Spiny Lobster

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    Do you mean no bubbles in the reaction chamber?
     
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  5. debasis_global

    debasis_global Astrea Snail

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    Yes greyghost
     
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  6. yamaharider73

    yamaharider73 Kole Tang

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    Is the air line to the pump hooked up and out of the water?
     
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  7. GuitarMan89

    GuitarMan89 Giant Squid

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    What type of skimmer is it? Venturi? Airstone? Needlewheel? Some other kind? Is the pump functioning properly?
     
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  8. debasis_global

    debasis_global Astrea Snail

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    Its venturi and pump is working properly too. Can u tell me how much time a skimmer takes to works properly. Its almost 24hrs gone but no foming till now.
     
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  9. yamaharider73

    yamaharider73 Kole Tang

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    It will generally take a couple of days maybe a little longer before it starts working (break in period) to get all the oils out of it from the manufacturing process
     
    yamaharider73, Dec 28, 2009
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  10. DaDaAtlanta

    DaDaAtlanta Feather Star

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    You should still be gettin bubbles, can you possibly take a picture. Is the airline coming from the venturi outside of the water and open to let air in?
     
    DaDaAtlanta, Dec 28, 2009
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