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Old 09-25-2007, 06:11 PM   #26 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by CarmieJo View Post
Be careful with that auto feeder, you don't want to add too many nutrients to the system.
Specifically, if the Auto Feeder deposits food mainly on the surface, then an overflow may draw all the food to the sump (when you get one) where it may collect and decompose. The best practice is to turn off the sump's return pump when feeding.

Likewise, it may be advisable to turn off your skimmer & filter for 15 minutes when you feed, so the food doesn't get sucked up in either...
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