I just started a new tank with the Reef Octo Classic 110sss and the it seems really loud - does anybody else have this skimmer and find it loud or can anyone offer advice on how I might be able to make it quieter?
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Good point!Post some pics/video of the skimmer.
The water level in your sump may have to come up or it could be a bad pump.
Video would be a huge help.
Good point!
I can hear it in every room in my house, it’s driving me crazy!
Thank you for your suggestions! The silencer is installed and the water depth is approximately 8 inches. Ordered a small stand to try and get it in the middle and see if that helps.
I did take it apart and cleaned it and it seemed slightly quieter for a short while but I think it’s just as loud once again now!
I did have a suspicion it may be a failing motor but is that likely given it’s a new skimmer?Well... good luck...
You can us anything to raise and lower it in the water. I use a 4" PVC coupler. It's starting to feel like the motor may be failing.
Keep us posted.
I did have a suspicion it may be a failing motor but is that likely given it’s a new skimmer?