skimmer and UV sterilzer question

[silverturbobug]

I have started my double Helix 36W UV sterlizer last week, since then my prism skimmer will not collect any waste - just water (looks clear).
the setup: 90G overflow tank, skimmer attach to sump and UV collect water from return flow to tank and transfer to skimmer side of sump
Question one: should both the skimmer and UV be on at the same time?
Question two: if not, what should be the interval.
Question three: how do you get crystal clear water, mind seems to have small tiny particles floating all over.
thanks,

 

[fbihunter]

Generally the effect of the UV will not adversely change the skimmers progress. There will be times when the skimmer will produce a little tannish water or nothing at all. It will only skim if there is something for it to skim.
IMO, I have several tanks and the always have the UV and skimmer running 24/7. (unless I filter feed oradd chemicals, then the skimmer is off for 2 hours)
This has worked well for me for 10 years.
As far as cleaning (clear-flossing) the water you can try carbon in the filter under the intake filter pad.
Good luck.