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Fig. 3: Turboflotor Blue 3000 in “Hang on” operation
Set up as an external skimmer on the aquarium - Hang on (Fig. 3):
Assemble the necessary parts of the skimmer (see Fig. 1). Now, it can be attached to the aquarium.
Look for a protected place within easy reach - at the side or the back. The venturi pump (21) is
connected with the pressure hose (17). The length of the flexible tubing should be as short as
possible. The pump must be placed directly below the surface because the air intake will decrease if
it is mounted deeper. A 6-mm air tube is connected to the air injector (30) and fixed above the
water level so the pump can draw in air. Use the full length of the air hose which is attached to the
sound absorber (22).
Now, the skimmer can be aligned with the aquarium. The two screws at the bottom of the skimmer
are adjusted in such a way that the skimmer is hanging safely on the aquarium. It is advantageous if
the skimmer is not 100% upright but leaning slightly (2º) to the aquarium (Fig. 3). The skimmer is
then not only hanging more safely, but also back-flow of water from the outflow box over the
aquarium frame is prevented. Both adjusting screws at the bottom are supplied with silicone suction
cups for increased safety. The skimmer is now ready for use and can be started.
1.
Pump
2.
Filter sump
3.
Overflow
4.
Return-pipe to aquarium
Fig. 4: Turboflotor Blue 3000, set up next to the filter tank
