Bubbles coming from my H.O.T filter?

[reid4]

I recently bought a HOT Magnum® Canister Filter by Marineland..it works fine from what ive seen but every once in awhile it will blow bubbles out of the return? did i do something wrong? if any1 has one of these and is having a similiar problem i would appreciate just about any advice
thanks again

 

[meowzer]

I have one that I use for flow only.....let me ask this, it is not continuous bubbles???
Could be something by the retuen then, I have a Powerhead that if a fish swims by fast it will blow some bubbles LOL

 

[reid4]

it is continuous but every once in awhile more come out..

 

[meowzer]

Originally Posted by reid4
http:///forum/post/3215392
it is continuous but every once in awhile more come out..
Have you checked all the seals? Air bubbles means it is getting air from somewhere (LOL)

 

[meowzer]

OHHHHHHH...is this the one that hangs on the back??????

 

[reid4]

yes HOT = Hang on Tank..

 

[meowzer]

Originally Posted by reid4
http:///forum/post/3215402
yes HOT = Hang on Tank..
I'M SORRY....I have one of them too though....

DEFINITELY check all the seals....make sure the top o-ring is on right, and also apply some lubricant (vaseline will do) to the seal and lid before closing

 

[reid4]

okay i will try..thanks for the help

 

[bang guy]

Usually it's a pinhole leak somewhere. However, if the filters are clogged the motor actually has enough power to cause the impeller to cavitate.

 

[natclanwy]

These filters are notorius for spraying bubbles, generally its the o-ring that seals the top of the canister. Usually if I take the top off and put it back on making sure the o-ring isn't rolled or pinched it will stop. Try the vasoline like meowzer suggested as it will help to keep the o-ring in place so it doesn't get pinched when you put the top on.