Power Head

[kathyc]

Hi Everyone! I am new here and hoping you all can help me with a problem. I have a 30 gallon FOWLR tank. About 2 weeks ago I added a power head to the tank. I have it about 3 to 4 inches from the top of the water blowing the length of the tank. It is 170 GPH. The problem I am having is that their are tiny air bubbles all in the tank. They are floating in the water and on some of the decorations. I will sometimes see them on the fish too. The package said this may happen, but they should go away in a few days. Mine haven't. There seems to be less, but still alot. Any suggestions? Thanks!

 

[flower]

Originally Posted by kathyc
http:///forum/post/3114391
Hi Everyone! I am new here and hoping you all can help me with a problem. I have a 30 gallon FOWLR tank. About 2 weeks ago I added a power head to the tank. I have it about 3 to 4 inches from the top of the water blowing the length of the tank. It is 170 GPH. The problem I am having is that their are tiny air bubbles all in the tank. They are floating in the water and on some of the decorations. I will sometimes see them on the fish too. The package said this may happen, but they should go away in a few days. Mine haven't. There seems to be less, but still alot. Any suggestions? Thanks!

Welcome to the site!
A power head shouldn't cause micro-bubbles unless you have a filter on it restricting the flow. Try taking the propeller out and reseating it. Also what is the brand of power head?

 

[kathyc]

It is an Aqua-Tech. I will try that. I didn't know if I should adjust the flow position. Thanks!

 

[flower]

Originally Posted by kathyc
http:///forum/post/3114407
It is an Aqua-Tech. I will try that. I didn't know if I should adjust the flow position. Thanks!

Flow position won't matter...something is restricting the out flow and causing bubbles as water pressure pushes through.

 

[kathyc]

Ok Flower! I think I figured it out. The powerhead came with an airtube and aerator that could be used with it. I was using it. I took it off and the bubbles instantly stopped. i can't believe I didn't think of that sooner! Thanks for your help!