Setting up skimmer...

[chris619]

Have a skimmer. Brand new. Have it in my sump testing it out. What should I dore as far as washing it etc.....

 

[triga22]

Try and wash it off. If that doesn't work soak it in vinegar.

 

[chris619]

Any chemical or anything avl. to add to see how well this works?

 

[jcook54]

Any chemicals near my setup make me nervous. Even one's that are supposed to be used as medications I shy away from. I may be a little OCD when it comes to this but I rinse my hands and arms off real good before i work with anything that may have contact with tank water becaue I worry about contamination. I've had an accident in the past so I'm naturally very cautious when chemicals of any type are around.

 

[triga22]

Some people clean with bleach and wash it off very well. I dont trust this because the chemicals can kill. Try a pressure washer, it should get rid of anything.

 

[theplatypus]

It's a brand new skimmer just rinse it off in fresh water and let it break in.

 

[triga22]

I guess I miss read as well. Just wash it off with water.

 

[chris619]

Okay, thanks all. I guess maybe I am the one thats OCD now that I think of it...haha. Your right its new....lol.

 

[skriz]

you can add skimmate from another skimmer to make your skimmer dirty...this will speed up the "break in" period. Is this what you're asking?

 

[chris619]

Yes, that is what mean. I knew there was something that you are supposed to do.

 

[skriz]

I'm sure anyone will donate some nasty skimmate to help you out. You're welcome to some of mine