Tunze 9410 Protein Skimmer (Loud Noise)

stacygirl

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My protein skimmer died about a week ago:
I had a Skimz SN143:
https://www.bulkreefsupply.com/skim...iqe16r7WPbWIclaSc2zJOU-0CYpe8-txoCwf4QAvD_BwE
The skimmer was poorly made, I broke several controller knobs and silencers on it.

My Sump doesn't have much space, so I needed to purchase one of the space saver Skimmers, so I called Aquacave in in Waukegan and told them my sump dimensions, and they recommended the Tunze 9410 with DC pump. I installed this skimmer in my sump and it fit perfectly, and started pulling out some of the nastiest skimmate known to man, the only issue is it makes a loud noise. It is the loudest equipment in my sump, it makes a loud screeching noise. I notice if I pinch the air hose the noise will stop for a few minutes before making the noise again.

Anyone heard of such an issue?

Thanks
Stacy
 
I put a paperclip on the air intake hose, not too tight allowing some air into the skimmer. This seems to have eliminate the noise. Fingers crossed...
 
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