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Old 15-06-2013, 04:54 PM   #1
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Default Dirt from sump going back to main tank

Do you guys experience dirt from sump going back to main tank when doing water change? I just upgraded my powerhead to a stronger pump and after installing it my tank is all cloudy
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Old 15-06-2013, 04:57 PM   #2
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Just for a while after you turn on the pump right?
Maybe is the dirt from the piping ?
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Old 15-06-2013, 05:13 PM   #3
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Probably from the dirt,debris stuck at the piping..... Unless you did some stiring inside your sump water.
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Old 15-06-2013, 05:15 PM   #4
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My pipe is new , ill check again in a while hope it clears up soon .i do notice my sump seems to have lots of dirt?

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My pipe is new , ill check again in a while hope it clears up soon .
Will clear up very fast from your mechanical filters, no worry. Mine also every time restart the pump got dirts go in tank but clear up shortly.
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Will clear up very fast from your mechanical filters, no worry. Mine also every time restart the pump got dirts go in tank but clear up shortly.
Ty bro really appreciate advise
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Old 15-06-2013, 05:34 PM   #7
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Do you guys experience dirt from sump going back to main tank when doing water change? I just upgraded my powerhead to a stronger pump and after installing it my tank is all cloudy
this could also explain the cloudiness.
your media was not 100% clean, and now that water is moving past them at a higher velocity, the sediment is being washed off in situ and returning to your display tank. your mech will take care of it.
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Thanks have to add more mech filters
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