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Old 07-03-2009, 07:29 AM   #1
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Running Skimmer 24/7?
Is it necessary to run the Skimmer 24/7 or can I run it at night for say 10 to 12 hours?

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Cool, i can live with that, the wife on the other hand, She's a good sport though once the fish go in she'll forget all about it I bet. Thanx man.
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