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Vanphyre

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Hello again!

Since the addition of the AquaC Skimmer, we have noticed a surface film on the top of the water and a foamy buildup around the upper edges of the tank. Is this something to be concerned about? We have a powerhead in each back corner facing towards the middle of the tank. It doesnt seem to move the water along the back and sides.

Should I be doing something different? Is this normal? Does it manually need to be cleaned? Lots of questions, want to make sure the tank stays healthy. :D

Thanks!!
 
you need to adjust your skimmer, its a protein build up. pointing a power head at the surface to break it up will help also.
 
Ohhhh, thanks!

My skimmer box has a O-ring. Right now I have the O-Ring set pretty low on the box, so the box sits high. Should I move it more to the middle now or higher? Anyone with a Remora Pro know what the best setting is?

Thanks again Seaham.
 
Besides adjusting/aiming ph at surface I would also feed less. Do you know what your ph/sg/temp/nh3/no2/no3/po4 levels are currently?
 
I have a remora. I would start by pulling out wet foam (cup low) then gradually raising the cup up to get the desired consistency.
 
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