Skimmer low bubble production

[dsmhero]

I have a CPR BakPak HOB skimmer that has great bubble production with the upgraded pump but the last few days the bubble production has been very low. It is a venturi style skimmer and the water level is consistent.

24g tank with a pair of clowns and a carpenter wrasse.
Nitrates - 0
Phos - 0

I am curious as to why it is barely producing bubbles. Any help would be wonderful, thank you in advance!

 

[user 26995]

It is possible the airline in the venturi is clogged. They tend to build up salt and clog.
Some people use a cup of boiling RO/DI water and drop the airline into it and suck the hot water thru to disolve the blockage. Otherwise remove the ventury and clear the air inlet with something.

 

[dsmhero]

I will try that...thank you!

 

[dsmhero]

Problem solved! Thank you for the advice, the skimmer has only been up for about a month but the snail guard was already plugged up.

 

[Skimmy]

it wouldnt be a bad idea to take the entire pump offline and give it the once over and a rinse as well,
but ipisces nailed it, its prolly a clogged venturi.

 

[dsmhero]

it wouldnt be a bad idea to take the entire pump offline and give it the once over and a rinse as well,
but ipisces nailed it, its prolly a clogged venturi.

I ended up pulling it and doing a nice vinegar bath.