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Vertex™ Omega 150 Protein Skimmer
Thank you for your purchase of the Vertex™ Omega 150 protein skimmer. Please be sure to read and
follow this brief guide to ensure proper install and operation of your device.
In the box:
1- Omega 150 Collection Cup
2- Omega 150 Skimmer Body
3- Sicce™ Syncra V-150 Pump
4- Pump Head and Adjustable Nozzle
5- Pump to Body Coupler Assembly
6- Silencer
7- Silicone Airline Tubing
8- Air Valve
9- 10mm Drain Outlet Coupler
10- Sicce™ Syncra Owner's Manual
11- Omega 150 Owner's Manual
Important Safety Warning:
Water is an excellent conductor of electricity and mixing the two can be dangerous.
This is an electrical device operated close to water; be cautious, follow instructions, and use
common sense.
Always dry your hands before working with plugs or near electrical outlets.
Do not attempt to service the unit while in operation or connected to electricity.
Drip-loop is required where the power-cable is connected to the power-outlet.
Do not carry, lift, or hold the product by its cable.
Do not touch the impeller or attempt to turn the impeller when the unit is connected to
power.
Do not attempt to alter the motor-block or the impeller assembly.
Do not attempt to alter the product.
This product and its components are potentially solid heavy objects. Their impact can cause
bodily harm, loss of life, or damage to property.
Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual
©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018

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  • Page 1 Vertex™ Omega 150 Protein Skimmer Thank you for your purchase of the Vertex™ Omega 150 protein skimmer. Please be sure to read and follow this brief guide to ensure proper install and operation of your device. In the box: 1- Omega 150 Collection Cup 2- Omega 150 Skimmer Body 3- Sicce™...
  • Page 2: Installation

    The onboard O-Ring will provide a buffer to allow the connection to be sealed as well as adjust the angle. Turn it enough times until you can see that the O-Ring is under slight pressure. ©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018 Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 3 22- Allow the water to go through the skimmer with the Rise Pipe fully open for another hour or more. 23- After some time has passed, adjust the skimmer using the Riser-Pipe. ©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018 Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 4 Do not open the nozzle for the first 2 weeks or until the skimmer is fully broken in. Omega 150 skimmers can operate in water levels from 18 to 24 cm / ~7” to ~9” however they are best suited for sump levels of 19 to 22 cm / ~7.5” to ~8”. Many factors can affect the optimal water levels such as bio-load…...
  • Page 5: Maintenance

    Vertex™ screws are fabricated from high quality grade-2 Titanium. While they possess a very high corrosion resistance index, they can be damaged due to the softness of this alloy. Fasten gently to avoid damaging the screws and/ or the PVC threading.
  • Page 6: Important Points

    Luke warm water before assembling and putting the unit back in operation. For any further maintenance of the Sicce motor block simply refer to the Sicce™ manual supplied. ©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018 Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 7 Apply a small amount of food-grade silicone lubrication to the Bayonet’s Screw-side Clean the Air-line Silicone Tubing Clean the Venturi Air-line and Ozone-Line nipples Clean the Silencer foam from salt-creep and ensure inner silencer compartment is dry. ©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018 Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 8 Exposure to UV and/ or Ozone Expected / Nonperformance affecting Exposure to light Remove lighting source Pump Not Working Over-Calcified pump Service the pump Seized bearings or Motor-Block Contact your dealer for Service ©Vertex Aquaristik ™ 2018 Vertex™ Omega 150 Instruction Manual...
  • Page 9 If you cannot agree to the above terms and conditions, do not install or use this device, keep your original packaging as well as proof of purchase and contact your dealer for a refund. Vertex Aquaristik™ will not issue refunds directly to the consumer and rather issues a credit to the retailer or the wholesaler who has purchased the said product from Vertex Aquaristik™...
  • Page 10 Contact Us: For additional information regarding this or any other Vertex Aquaristik™ products, please either consult with your dealer or use any of the following resources: Website: www.vertexaquaristik.com E-mail: info@vertextechnologies.net By Phone: +1 (844) 254-1776 Monday-Friday / 9am to 6pm PST...