Dec 16, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
I just hooked up my new classic 150s and was wondering if there is any kind of adjustment to make the flow higher or lower. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
No, the adjustment is done by the red valve. It regulates the amount of water exiting the skimmer. If you close it, the water level inside the skimmer will go up and if you open, the water level inside the skimmer will go down.
In terms of regulating the flow of water from the pump, it cannot be done as the pump only runs in one speed. Regulating the amount of air intake is not recommended as it will decrease the efficiency of the skimmer.
In terms of regulating the flow of water from the pump, it cannot be done as the pump only runs in one speed. Regulating the amount of air intake is not recommended as it will decrease the efficiency of the skimmer.
Dec 18, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
Is there a preferred flow?
Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
No, there is only one flow. The pump does not change speed so the pump dictates the amount of water going into the skimmer.
Dec 18, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
Maybe I’m saying it wrong but is there a preferred adjustment to the red valve for the right water level in the skimmer. Because right now all I’m getting is water and no foam ( protein) collection.
Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
How deep (in actual inches) is the skimmer running?
Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
Meaning the water level OUTSIDE the skimmer.
Dec 18, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
I would say 6 or 7 inches
Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
Which one is it? In terms of skimmers, 1" is a HUGE difference.
Dec 18, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
I’m not sure because I’m at work and not looking at it . But tell me where it should be.
Dec 18, 2017
Carlos
agent
wrote
Should be 7-8"
Dec 18, 2017
Mike Albohn
wrote
Ok thank you. I’ll let you know how it turns out.