Description:
Reef Octopus Hang on the back Protein Skimmer with OTP 1000 pump. High quality acrylic skimmer with included needle wheel venturi pump. Rated up to 90 gallons.
Brand:
Coral Vue
Product Information
Reef Octopus Hang on the back Protein Skimmer with OTP 1000 pump.
High quality acrylic skimmer with included needle wheel venturi pump.
Triple baffle design to eliminate the output of bubbles into the tank.
Unit is 8-inches wide. Requires 3.25 inches minimum clearance between back of tank and wall. Minimum tank height is 13 inches. Overall skimmer height is 21.5 inches. Minimum tank cutout dims are 7 inches by 1.75 inches. Maximum distance from back tank wall to minimum size cutout is 1.5 inches.
Item #: OCT-BH-1000 Dimensions: 7.75 x 3.25 x 17 (inches) Includes OTP 1000 pump Rated up to 90 gallons. (varies due to bio load of system)
Reef Octopus BH-1000
Protein skimmers are applied to most saltwater aquariums to remove certain organic
compounds, including proteins and amino acids, by using the polarity of the protein itself,
from the water to stop most of them decomposing into nitrogenous waste. Because of the
intrinsic charge, water-borne proteins are attracted to the air-water interface. Protein
skimmers work by infecting numerous tiny bubbles into the water chamber, which present an
enormous air-water interface for the protein molecules to cling to. The more tiny bubbles
reside in the chamber, the more proteins it absorbs.
Installation 1. Install the skimmer according to the illustration. Hang it on the back of tank, tighten
screw and make sure its fixed. 2. Put the water into the skimmer chamber until the water level is up to 8 in., switch off theair valve completely, start the power. After seconds, turn on the air valve as soon as thepump works properly. When the bubbles coming out perfectly, replace the air valve by the
silencer. 3. Adjust the water outlet, so that the bubble stopper comes out a little bit from surface. 4. If power shuts off, restart from step 2.
Maintenance Collection Cup: It should be taken away to clean up at least once a week, depending on the organic load. Cleaning will enhance the extraction substantially. Reaction Chamber: Internal clean up every 6 months recommended. Safety Tips 1. Do not allow the skimmer pump to run dry. 2. Do not touch the plug with wet hands 3. Do not clean the skimmer with any chemicals that contain alcohol or ammonia.
Warranty Reef Octopus skimmers have the 2 year warranty on craftsmanship, one year on the water pump. We will take responsibility for the products as long as its been installed and used properly. Consumable spare parts are not applicable to the warranty. If Reef Octopus products do not appear to be working correctly or be defective, please contact your local dealer. Or you can contact us at 985-781-9078 or support@coralvue.com