Bubble magus trouble- help!!

jtf74 · Jul 19, 2021

About two weeks ago stopped skimming. Motor still runs and pumps but no fine bubbles. Motor didn't seem gunked or air line blocked. Been running for 2 years. If I unplug and plug back in it works for a day or so then stops producing fine bubbles. Any thoughts?

T-J · Jul 19, 2021

No bubbles means no air or the needle wheel isn't spinning. Have you verified that all of the airlines are completely clear and that the needle wheel spins when the pump is on?
I don't own a bubble magus, but I assume that's how it makes its bubbles.

Shufflepig · Jul 19, 2021

T-J said:
No bubbles means no air or the needle wheel isn't spinning. Have you verified that all of the airlines are completely clear and that the needle wheel spins when the pump is on?
I don't own a bubble magus, but I assume that's how it makes its bubbles.

Agree with this. I have a bubble magnus which did the same thing. When I removed the needle wheel there were 3 small snails lodged in it. Once removed it started working normally again. Also need to not only check the air line but the Venturi connection port. Make sure that connection port is free of debris.

JD_Inshore · Jul 19, 2021

I had one for several years and every time it stopped it was because the small plastic piece that goes inside of the airline was crusted completely shut. I circled it in the picture. That white piece pulls right and out you can poke something in it to clear it or soak it in vinegar.

Glenner’sreef · Jul 19, 2021

I’ve had my Curve 7 for 5 years. It’s great! One reoccurring annual problem is underwater salt buildup in the water/air intake valve. If you don’t wish to take your skimmer completely apart, you can remove the airline (which sits under water) and lightly chop the salt buildup in the valve. Good luck.

jtf74 · Jul 20, 2021

JD_Inshore said:
I had one for several years and every time it stopped it was because the small plastic piece that goes inside of the airline was crusted completely shut. I circled it in the picture. That white piece pulls right and out you can poke something in it to clear it or soak it in vinegar.

Thanks everyone. I'll check that. Bet that's it.