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Smarter Reefs Automatic Self-Cleaning
Protein Skimmer
Welcome
Congratulations on the purchase of your Smarter Reefs automatic self-cleaning protein
skimmer!
Please follow the instructions carefully in this manual. We have made several videos and QA
sections to help you get started. If you have any difficulties installing or operating this product
please contact us at smarterreefs.com
DANGER: To avoid possible electric shock, special precautions should be taken when near a
wet aquarium. For problems with wiring or other electrical issues, do not attempt repairs
yourself; contact us at smarterreefs.com
This product is for use by adult aquarists only. It contains plastic bags that can be choking
hazards and small parts that can also be choking hazards for children. This product contains
electronic devices that are used near water, it is critical to follow instructions to maintain a large
margin of safety. It is essential to keep power supplies and digital controllers mounted in a dry
location and never allow them to get wet. Never use a pump, electrical cord or electronic device
that appears to have physical damage. Never plug in a power supply or digital controller if they
are wet.
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Summary of Contents for Smarter Reefs Protein Skimmer 150
- Page 1 Smarter Reefs Automatic Self-Cleaning Protein Skimmer Welcome Congratulations on the purchase of your Smarter Reefs automatic self-cleaning protein skimmer! Please follow the instructions carefully in this manual. We have made several videos and QA sections to help you get started. If you have any difficulties installing or operating this product please contact us at smarterreefs.com...
- Page 2 Product Safety ● Prior to plugging anything in, ensure the power supply is compatible with your home voltage (110V). ● A three prong outlet with proper grounding is required to operate the protein skimmer pump and cleaning motor. ● Only use electrical outlets with GFCI protection ●...
- Page 3 WATCH INSTALLATION VIDEO smarterreefs.com/skimmerInstructions Make sure you have all required parts: ● Skimmer Body ● Skimmer Pump ○ Electrical cord ○ Power supply ○ DC Controller ○ Pump Body ● Clean Material (Free spinning) Spindle ● Dirty Material (Motor) Spindle ●...
- Page 4 e. Take the cord and insert it into the small cord notch. The cord needs to be in the notch to allow the venturi to be passed through the larger hole. Place skimmer pump inside skimmer body with pump intake facing the intake hole in the skimmer g.
- Page 5 4. Setup Controllers and Cables a. Using 3M tape or small screws, secure both controllers to a dry location safe from water drips or flooding. The controllers are NOT waterproof. b. Using 3M tape or zip ties (not included), secure the power supply to a dry location safe from water drips or flooding.
- Page 6 tape) to the motor spool. Make sure you wrap the filter material around the outside-to-inside orientation. g. With all parts installed and paper secured, the assembly is ready h. Its ok at this point if paper is loose 6. Install PVC bulkhead drain a.
- Page 7 7. Completing Assembly a. Insert the skimmer body into your sump in 4-9 inches of water. The exact depth is not critical because of the fixed-height waterfall overflow. There is not level control like you would find on traditional skimmers and is one less thing to worry about.
- Page 8 8. Install PVC pipe / drain reservoir a. You can cut the PVC pipe as needed (take appropriate safety measures) to suit your specific setup. It is standard PVC pipe material b. It is recommended to use our available drain reservoir (sold separately) with the system.
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Page 9: Troubleshooting
b. Press the “Feed” button once and the filter material will advance 10cm (about 4 inches) and this should be enough for the roll to secure itself onto the spool. c. Setup the digital controller Make sure the controller is plugged in and display is on Everyday, once a day, the motor will turn on and advance the filter roll the set length. - Page 10 Q. The self-cleaning motor is not turning A. This is normal, the motor turns on for just a few seconds each day. The normal state of the motor is off. If you want to test the system, press the “Feed” button once and the motor should turn on for a few seconds and dispense about 10 cm (4 in) of paper.
- Page 11 Q. I cannot regulate my skimmer. A. Check that the water level in the skimmer chamber of your sump is as recommended. The water level needs to be BELOW the waterfall overflow level. Try raising or lowering the water level by approximately 12mm (1/2”). Check that the water outlet on the bottom of the skimmer has not become blocked.
- Page 12 It does not cover damage which occurs in shipment or failures which result from misuse, abuse, neglect, improper installation, operation, mishandling, misapplication, alteration, modification or service by anyone other than Smarter Reefs LLC. Smarter Reefs shall not be liable for incidental or consequential...
- Page 13 damages resulting from the use of this product, or arising out of any breach of this warranty. All express and implied warranties, including the warranties of salability and fitness for particular purpose, are limited to the applicable warranty period set forth above. These statements do not affect the statutory rights of the consumer.
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