How to use a Protien Skimmer

[s.a. boy]

Hi everyone,
I have a few questions about a Skimmer
1. When I add trace elements Iodine etc... Should I turn off my skimmer ?
2. Should I run my skimmer 24/7?
3. And any other god tips on the use of a skimmer would be great
thanx

 

[newreefers]

run it 24/7. turn if off when you put chemicals in the tank or it will go crazy.

 

[ivanfj]

When do you turn it back on after adding chemical???

 

[simm]

I would wait a couple of days!

 

[jpeavytx]

When I add liquid calcium should I turn off my Skimmer? I add a capful once a week.

 

[s.a. boy]

Hi JPeavyTX
How long do you leave the skimmer off?

 

[simm]

Iv always been told you dont have to turn it off but IMO I would. There was an aquarium product sales rep in the LFS I go to and he said carbon will kill trace elements so I would think skimming may have a little effect on it.

 

[jpeavytx]

I have never turned off the skimmer when I have added the Liquid Calcium, never knew to turn it off. Should I start doing this in the future?

 

[simm]

Well if you have not done it in the past and all your levels a great and water params are great Id leave it on. I think it may just be a preference. I add reef vital DNA and I dont turn mine off.

 

[jjboods]

Most supplements instruct to add them at least twice a week. And as far as I know...calcium is daily. If we need to turn off our skimmers for a couple/few days after each supplement, then they'd never be on. Just my opinion. Does this seem to make sense?