skimmer overflowing

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when it comes to feeding time, I turn off my return pump, as well as the powerhead in the tank. When I do this, obviously the DT water drains down into the sump. During this process, the skimmer always overflows with water. It's the only time it does it. I can't figure out why the skimmer keeps filling with water.

does this happen to anyone else? how can I stop this from happening each time?
 

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It’s due to the increased water height in the sump. It will do it every time. Shut down your skimmer while the return pump is off to prevent this from happening.
 

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