Jan 16, 2019
Scott Christenson
wrote
Hi, is there a manual available for this model?
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6 Answers
Jan 16, 2019
Carlos
agent
wrote
Here is an assembly diagram which is provided by the manufacturer...
http://blog.coralvue.com/download/7308/
Here is a setup and installation video that we created to help our US customers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2lt0Fvovwk
http://blog.coralvue.com/download/7308/
Here is a setup and installation video that we created to help our US customers:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=l2lt0Fvovwk
Jan 16, 2019
Scott Christenson
wrote
Thank you for the quick reply. I found this statement in another manual for this model: "Turn the gate valve to adjust the water level inside the skimmer. The water level inside the skimmer should be an inch above where the neck
transition starts for the initial setup."
Does the "neck transition" start at the silencer bracket location?
transition starts for the initial setup."
Does the "neck transition" start at the silencer bracket location?
Jan 16, 2019
Carlos
agent
wrote
The neck starts where the collection cup threads onto the body of the skimmer.
Jan 16, 2019
Scott Christenson
wrote
Thank You for your help!!
Jan 01, 2022
wrote
I'm having problems with the water discharged under the valve. It is filling my sump and tank with bubbles. Is there a way to diffuse the bubbles or an attachment that will help?
Jan 17, 2022
Jeremy Rykiel
agent
wrote
Right now your skimmer is still in the process of breaking in. During this period you should not attempt to dial in or set the skimmer. I suggest running the skimmer with the water level low in the skimmer (output valve on the open side) for the first 3-4weeks running. You will likely experience abnormal air suction noise, excessive air exiting the skimmer as well as inconsistent performance.
Right now your skimmer has oils from manufacturing and handling which will dissipate as the skimmer ages. Because oil inhibits foam production you will not see much foam produced from the air being injected. The hydrostatic surface tension of the water is lost. As the skimmer runs you will see the point where it looks like it kicked in and is working as you would expect.
Please be cautious if it is prior to the 3-4 week mark as the skimmer could still be breaking in and you can experience and overflow.
The pump itself will run smoother as the impeller lubricates and the bacteria forms on all wet surfaces which will provide you with stability. So basically time is the best antidote. During this time and even after the use of oily foods will have the same effect on the skimmer. It is advised that any frozen foods be rinsed well before adding to the tank to keep the skimmer running without disruption.
Right now your skimmer has oils from manufacturing and handling which will dissipate as the skimmer ages. Because oil inhibits foam production you will not see much foam produced from the air being injected. The hydrostatic surface tension of the water is lost. As the skimmer runs you will see the point where it looks like it kicked in and is working as you would expect.
Please be cautious if it is prior to the 3-4 week mark as the skimmer could still be breaking in and you can experience and overflow.
The pump itself will run smoother as the impeller lubricates and the bacteria forms on all wet surfaces which will provide you with stability. So basically time is the best antidote. During this time and even after the use of oily foods will have the same effect on the skimmer. It is advised that any frozen foods be rinsed well before adding to the tank to keep the skimmer running without disruption.