Protein Skimmer ?'s

[bdhb12]

My protein skimmer is not bubbling at all any ideas as to why? I did get it wet and did not run it for a while while wet could that be the cause?
And those with RO/DI units Do i have to empty it when not in use? I have the Coralife II 4 stage (no Pump) and I will be using it for water changes during cycle but I wanted to know if I had to empty the cartridges of water before I put it away for a few days or longer, Thanks!
-Brian-

 

[florida joe]

Never store your membrane dry. You can keep it in the canisters for up to 30 days with out using the unit. If you are not going to use it for more then 30days place the membrane in a zip lock bag with a few teaspoons of the ro water and store in your refrigerator. The cartridges can just stay in the unit.
what kind of skimmer is it ?

 

[oceansidefish]

Originally Posted by Bdhb12
http:///forum/post/2938570
My protein skimmer is not bubbling at all any ideas as to why? I did get it wet and did not run it for a while while wet could that be the cause?
And those with RO/DI units Do i have to empty it when not in use? I have the Coralife II 4 stage (no Pump) and I will be using it for water changes during cycle but I wanted to know if I had to empty the cartridges of water before I put it away for a few days or longer, Thanks!
-Brian-
We need more info on the skimmer and you tank.....Kind, age etc.
No just throw out the first couple gallons of RO after you fire it back up.

 

[bdhb12]

Its the biocube skimmer, Just Started the tank Saturday. Can I dry the air stone?

 

[texasmetal]

Make sure the airline to your skimmers pump is not submerged.
Make sure the airway is clear, like where the airline connects to the pump, inside the pump, etc. If water gets inside it, salt will form inside it and block the air passage.