AquaMedic Turboflotor 5000 SHORTY COMPACT Operation Manual

Protein skimmer for aquariums up to 1500 litres ( 400 gallons)

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Turboflotor 5000

SHORTY COMPACT

Protein skimmer for aquariums up to 1500 litres ( 400 Gallons)

Powerful skimmers for in cabinet installation.

With the purchase of this protein skimmer you have selected a top quality product. It

has been specifically designed for aquarium use and tested by professionals.

This unit will effectively remove organic substances from your aquarium water.

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Page 1 Operation Manual Turboflotor 5000 SHORTY COMPACT Protein skimmer for aquariums up to 1500 litres ( 400 Gallons) Powerful skimmers for in cabinet installation. With the purchase of this protein skimmer you have selected a top quality product. It has been specifically designed for aquarium use and tested by professionals. This unit will effectively remove organic substances from your aquarium water.
Page 2 1. Basics During the protein skimming process organic pollutants in the aquarium water, i.e. protein compounds formed by the excretions of animals, are attached to fine air bubbles as a mono- molecular film. These air bubbles are pushed against the inflowing water in the reaction pipe so that there is a long contact time.
Page 3 Type Outlet Total Venturi Power Capacity height height pump consumption OCEAN RUNNER Turboflotor 5000 30.5 cm 62 cm 65 Watts up to 1,500 l 3500 with needle SHORTY (12“) (25“) 400 Gallons COMPACT wheel 3. Principle of Operation The aquarium water is pumped to the skimmer using a separate pump (not supplied) which should have a capacity of approx.
Page 4 After first use or after cleaning of the skimmer it takes some time for the initial foam to build up in the reaction pipe of the collection cup. This is because the cleaned acrylic initially reacts with the water until a build up of fatty acids naturally takes place. After approx.