Equipment

Tank

40 gallon "breeder" tank

Skimmer

• The skimmer skims the protein film that develops on the surface of the water
• The water level should fall midway up the teeth on the skimmer box for it to work effectively. If the water level gets too low, the pump will make a dry sucking sound and needs to be adjusted

ATO

• The ATO or Automatic Top Off consists of the sensors inside the two short PVC pipe tubes, the bucket with a pump in it, and the tube/water output
• The level of the water in the tank can be adjusted by adjusting the position of the sensors
• This bucket should ALWAYS hold fresh RO water only - no saltwater

Heater

The heater consists of a long metal cylinder that is placed horizontally at the bottom of the tank and a thermometer that helps regulate when the heater is on or off.

Powerheads

The powerheads all suction cup with a clip. The cage can be twisted apart for cleaning when necessary.