Whats the recommended cleaning method for the 1" sensor. The paddle spins but it doesn't spin as free as it did when i first got it.
Whats the recommended cleaning method for the 1" sensor. The paddle spins but it doesn't spin as free as it did when i first got it.
i'd like to know the recommended cleaning schedule for these as well... and how you clean them
You open them up and soak in vinegar, scrub any deposits with a toothbrush, rinse in water, then put back together. Basically the same cleaning process as any other aquarium product with moving parts.
Most people clean when flow looks wacky or 2-4 times per year.
You might be an engineer if...You have no life and can prove it mathematically.
All the plastic parts after taking apart can get fully wet even when on. As long as you unplug it first, you could even soak the entire sensor as long as you dry it out before reconnecting, though there is no point soaking any more than the paddle and casing. A soak is only necessary if there are calcium deposits anyway, so that whole step could be avoided most times.
You might be an engineer if...You have no life and can prove it mathematically.
I have had three 1" sensors stop reading flow (flow = 0). In all cases it was mechanical obstructions rather than calcium buildup. My suspicion is that vinegar soak will be mostly unnecessary in favor of a quick mechanical cleaning.
Soak in diluted vinegar for a short period of time right? Straight vinegar for too long can corrode plastic right?
Thanks for sharing. Good to hear your experience.
I am sure this depends on the materials used by manufacturer. I have had cheap made in China power heads(FROM ANOTHER BRAND, not Neptune's) change color(black to a light grey) and change rigidity after sitting in a 50/50 mix for more than 24hours.(not sure how long it was) This experience made me start using a very diluted solution for very short periods of time. Perhaps this is being a bit paranoid now that I am using higher quality equipment.
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