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?
 
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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