Has anyone opened the red sea valve wide open and add a gate valve to adjust the flow into the sump?
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I do the same, just open it fully for a minute to wash away any 'stuff' and then re-tune it back in.I have heard of it being done and can’t see any reason not to.
I can imagine just cutting the downpipe somewhere near the bottom and just installing a flow valve as you suggest.
Why they haven’t redesigned I don’t know, it’s not exactly easy to get to were it is. Infact I haven’t cleaned it ever in 3 years and would sooner buy a new tank!! Lol
If you do it make sure we get pictures! Lol
I have not cleaned mine yet either. I open it fully and close it a few times every couple months to wash out any debris. I was thinking about cleaning it this month as the tank is one year now. I have not cleaned any of the pumps or return yet.
Did you switch? Anybody? I am also interested to know, my concern is also about the flow as the RSM Sicce pump has 2500 gph and the COR-20 has 2000 gph.Has anyone switched out the return pump to a COR-20? What parts did you need to make an easy switchout?
I like how the red sea return pump disconnects easily from the plumbing and was hoping the COR-20 could do the same.
Yes, the weir combs can easily be removed for cleaning. Better still, buy a replacement set. They are very cheap. Then just swap them in/out as needed and let the dirty ones soak for a few days in a vinegar solution.Wait.. I thought the main return was 7000l/h. Or 1850gph before head pressure? I'll hopefully know for sure within a week when I put a glow meter on the tank and get things moving.
Edit: are the overflow teeth removable for cleaning on the max s tanks?
Wait.. I thought the main return was 7000l/h. Or 1850gph before head pressure? I'll hopefully know for sure within a week when I put a glow meter on the tank and get things moving.
Edit: are the overflow teeth removable for cleaning on the max s tanks?
Wait.. I thought the main return was 7000l/h. Or 1850gph before head pressure? I'll hopefully know for sure within a week when I put a glow meter on the tank and get things moving.
Edit: are the overflow teeth removable for cleaning on the max s tanks?
Yes they are. I cleaned them about once a month and take them out for cleaning about every 6 months. Will be due soon.Excellent, looking forward for the measurement. [emoji1360]
Edit: are the overflow teeth removable for cleaning on the max s tanks?
I cannot remove them on my 2013 S-Series.
The removable ones, was an upgrade that came out later.
I have one of the older ones too. At least I asked before breaking something though!
According this info in the RS site the return pump flow is 2500 gph.
Pancho,
That chart is counting your main pump, plus all three of your recirc pumps, for total flow.
The main pump is rated at 1850 gph.
Hello Freddie,
Good news! the COR-20 looks very attractive as a target to replace my pump. The other option for me could be the Sicce 9.0 with 2500 gph. [emoji1360]