hsa 1000 skimmer

[nycmat]

hi everyone I have a hsa 1000 skimmer that is made by marine technical concepts. over the past 3 weeks i have been observing that it sucks up the junk only on the 2 foot neck. it doesnt poor out into the collection cup like it did in the beginning. i am wondering if anyone can give any suggestions on how to fix this problem.
any help would be greatly appreciated
thanks
matt

 

[nycmat]

just an fyi i have cleaning the neck all the time as well so its not that

 

[cali_reef]

have you try to adjust the gate valve? that regulates the height of the water\foam column in the skimmer.

If you still can't get the water\foam to rise up more, you should try:

1. check your pump, make sure nothing is jam or stuck in the intake or the impeller.
2. take apart the becket injector and clean it, it should be clean every few weeks for max efficiency.
3. check the drain hose\connection from the collection cup, make sure it is not clogged.

What kind of pump are you running with the skimmer?

 

[nycmat]

i am running a little giant qmdx with a built in head that gives it max flow of 1200gph at 50 ft. i had to adjust the intake valve to slow it down. i have been noticing that i havent heard the air intake sound as much but i still see bubbles forming on the inside so i wasnt worried

 

[rozin4145]

:thanks: Hi Matt, I have to tell you how much i apprecitate the deal you gave me. I stained the stand and hood and it really looks good and when i get it started i will try to post photos. I will stay in touch with you. Again THANK YOU....Z. P.S. The short time i've been a member on this site i see so many on this site willing to give the best solution to any questions, so i truly hope you get the answers to your questions.

 

[DEEPWATER]

Matt ,,,
cali reef has your solution ,tyr cleaning the air out take and your injectors ,,,i do this once a month and some time find cal or mineral build up ,,and then my skimmer work fine ,


hey Z whats up
glad you got the tank ,youre on your way ,,,good luck with ,let me know if you need any help

 

[nycmat]

thanks everyone i appreciate it sucking everything out again. just have to save my Achilles tangh now from the stress of the nutrients in the water. already did the water change so hospital tank here i come