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Cleaning pumps?


cirionrc

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Ever since about 3 weeks ago when cyano took over my tank and pumps, the pump to my refugium is pumping less and less water every week, and my CRP Bak Pak 2 is creating half the bubbles it used to. Is there a way to clean them, or open them up or is a new pump the only way to go.

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Most powerheads/pumps are cleanable. The base usually rotates off or pops off exposing the impellar shaft assembly so you can clean the cavity/impellar and inspect the impellar for damage.

 

You should do these cleaninga round every 6 months or so to keep the pumps in good shape.

 

Cameron

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the lazy way :) would be to drop the powerhead into a cup of vinegar and soak overnite. then rinse and then soak in FW overnite. for pumps you can do the same ONLY with the impellers. :

 

if you can't wait then use a toothbrush (no toothpaste) and a pan scrubber (no detergent or copper wire).

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