Innovative Marine Aqua Gadget SkimMate Ghost Series User manual

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SkimMate
Ghost SERIES
DeskTop, MidSize & FullSize
Owner’s Manual

CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Important Safety Instructions 3-4
Parts—Exploded View & Identification
SkimMate DeskTop 5
SkimMate MidSize 6
SkimMate FullSize 7
Introduction
SkimMate DeskTop 8-9
SkimMate MidSize 10-11
SkimMate FullSize 12-13
Getting Started
Get To Know Your Skimmer 14
How Your Protein Skimmer Works 15-18
Setting Water Level 19
Maintenance
Cleaning the Collection Cup 20
Cleaning / Removing Pump 21
Removing Needle Wheel Impeller 22
Frequently Asked Questions 22-23
Warranty Information 24
Owner’s Product Information 25
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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WARNING
To guard against injury, basic safety precautions should be observed
including the following:
READ ALL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE USE.
To avoid electric shock, special care should be taken since water is
employed in the use of aquarium equipment. For each of the follow-
ing situations, do not attempt to repair yourself. Return the appliance
to an authorized service facility for service or discard the appliance.
 If the appliance falls into water, DO NOT reach for it! First unplug
it an then retrieve it. If the electrical components of the appliance
get wet, unplug the appliance immediately.
 Carefully examine the appliance after installation. It should not
be plugged in if there is water on parts not intended to be wet.
 Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug, or
if it is malfunctioning or if it is dropped or damaged in any man-
ner.
 To avoid the possibility of the appliance plug or receptacle getting
wet, position aquarium to one side of a wall mounted receptacle
to prevent water from dripping onto the receptacle plug. A “Drip
Loop” should be arranged by the
user for EACH cord connecting an
aquarium appliance to a recepta-
cle. The “Drip Loop” is that part of
the cord below the level of the re-
ceptacle or the connector if an ex-
tension cord is used. This “Drip
Loop” prevents water travelling
along the cord and coming in con-
tact with the receptacle. If the plug
or the receptacle do get wet DO
NOT unplug the cord. Disconnect
the fuse to the circuit breaker that supplies power to the appli-
ance. Then unplug and examine for the presence of water in the
receptacle.
 Close supervision is necessary when any appliance is used by or
near children.
 To avoid injury, do not contact moving parts or hot parts such as
heaters, reflectors, lamps bulbs and etc.
 Always unplug an appliance from the outlet when not in use, be-
fore putting on or taking off parts, and before cleaning. Never
yank the cord to pull plug from outlet. Grasp the plug and pull to
disconnect.
Drip Loop

IMPORTANT SAFETY
INSTRUCTIONS
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 Do not use an appliance for other than intended use. The use
of attachments not recommended or sold by the appliance
manufacturer may case an unsafe condition.
 Do not install or store the appliance where it will be exposed to
the weather or to temperatures below freezing.
 Make sure an appliance mounted on a tank is securely installed
before operating it.
 Read and observe all the important notices on the appliance.
 This appliance has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than
the other). As a safety feature, this plug will fit in a polarized
outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet,
reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a qualified electri-
cian. Never use with an extension cord unless plug can be fully
inserted. Do not attempt to defeat this safety feature.
 This appliance is intended FOR HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY.
 If an extension cord is necessary, a cord with a proper rating
should be used.
Please inspect your new SkimMate Ghost Protein Skimmer for
damages and to confirm all parts are included before installation.
Your SkimMate Ghost includes:
1. Skimmer Cup w/ Lid, O-Ring & Safety Drain & Cap
2. Skimmer Body
3. Venturi Air Line
4. Bubble Plate
5. Skimmer Pump
Immediately report if there is any damage or missing parts to:
[e-mail]
Or call 866-368-7941
Unpacking and Inspection

PARTS Exploded View
SkimMate Ghost — DeskTop
# Description
Item
Code
1 Collection Cup Lid 720301
2 Collection Cup O-Ring 720302
3 Collection Cup 720303
4 Skimmer Body 720304
5 Venturi Air Line 720305
6 Pump Cap 720013
7 Pump Impeller 720012
8 Skimmer Pump 720001
9 Safety Drain Cap 720306
Model #: 7203
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SkimMate Ghost — MidSize
PARTS
Exploded View
# Description
Item
Code
1 Collection Cup Lid 720401
2 Collection Cup O-Ring 720402
3 Collection Cup 720403
4 Skimmer Body 720404
5 Venturi Air Line 720405
6 Pump Cap 720013
7 Pump Impeller 720012
8 Skimmer Pump 720001
9 Safety Drain Cap 720406
Model #: 7204
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PARTS Exploded View
SkimMate Ghost — FullSize
# Description
Item
Code
1 Collection Cup Lid 720500
2 Collection Cup O-Ring 720502
3 Collection Cup 720503
4 Skimmer Bubble Plate 720504
5 Skimmer Body 720505
6 Venturi Air Line 720506
7 Pump Cap 720507
8 Skimmer Impeller Shaft 720508
9 Skimmer Impeller 720509
10 Skimmer Pump 720501
11 Safety Drain Cap 720510
Model #: 7205
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INTRODUCTION
Unseen. Unheard. Unrivaled Performance
Drop in, ready to skim. Completely re-engineered to push the limits
of All-In-One skimmers, the SkimMate Ghost Series is packed with
a plethora of performance driving features that propels organics out
of your aquarium water. These user-friendly, recirculating protein
skimmers are equipped with bubble plates, integrated air silencers,
and needle wheel impellers, all housed in a pearl white body that
embodies a fresh modern look on its’ exterior and an array of per-
formance features on its’ interior.
MODEL 7203—Desktop
DIMENSIONS 3.58” x 2.28” x 9.84”
TANK CAPACITY 20 GALLON
DESIGNED FOR Nano 16
POWER 110-120V/60HZ
PUMP WATTS 6.5 WATTS
FLOW RATE 158 GALLONS PER
HOUR
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INTRODUCTION
SkimMate Ghost DeskTop
How to install your SkimMate Ghost into your NUVO
Display Side
Figure 1 (Nano 16 Shown)
Figure 2 (Nano 16 Shown)
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INTRODUCTION
MODEL 7204—Midsize
DIMENSIONS 3.62” x 3.07” x 11.22”
TANK CAPACITY 40 GALLON
DESIGNED FOR Fusion 30L & 40
POWER 110-120V/60HZ
PUMP WATTS 6.5 WATTS
FLOW RATE 158 GALLONS PER
HOUR
Unseen. Unheard. Unrivaled Performance
Drop in, ready to skim. Completely re-engineered to push the limits
of All-In-One skimmers, the SkimMate Ghost Series is packed with
a plethora of performance driving features that propels organics out
of your aquarium water. These user-friendly, recirculating protein
skimmers are equipped with bubble plates, integrated air silencers,
and needle wheel impellers, all housed in a pearl white body that
embodies a fresh modern look on its’ exterior and an array of per-
formance features on its’ interior.
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INTRODUCTION
SkimMate Ghost MidSize
How to install your SkimMate Ghost into your NUVO
Display Side
Figure 1 (Fusion Micro 30L Shown)
Figure 2 (Fusion Micro 30L Shown)
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INTRODUCTION
MODEL 7205—Fullsize
DIMENSIONS 5.39” x 3.74” x 14.57”
TANK CAPACITY 60 - 120 GALLON
DESIGNED FOR SR-60, 80 & 120
POWER 110-120V/60HZ
PUMP WATTS 24 WATTS
FLOW RATE 370 GALLONS PER
HOUR
Unseen. Unheard. Unrivaled Performance
Drop in, ready to skim. Completely re-engineered to push the limits
of All-In-One skimmers, the SkimMate Ghost Series is packed with
a plethora of performance driving features that propels organics out
of your aquarium water. These user-friendly, recirculating protein
skimmers are equipped with bubble plates, integrated air silencers,
and needle wheel impellers, all housed in a pearl white body that
embodies a fresh modern look on its’ exterior and an array of per-
formance features on its’ interior.
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INTRODUCTION
SkimMate Ghost FullSize
How to install your SkimMate Ghost into your NUVO
Figure 1 (SR-60 Shown)
Display Side
Figure 2 (SR-60 Shown)
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SkimMate Ghost Series
GETTING STARTED
Get To Know Your Skimmer
Skimmer Cup
Safety Drain
Silencer Box
Bubble Plate
Skimmer Pump
w/ Needle Wheel Impeller
Venturi Air Valve (DeskTop & Midsize Only)
Recirculation Chamber
Bubble Column
Cord Management
O-Ring
Venturi Air Line
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GETTING STARTED
SkimMate Ghost Series
How Your Protein Skimmer Works
Dirty Water
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1. Water enters submerged water pump.
2. Venturi air valve injects air bubbles into water.
3. The skimmers needle wheel impeller chops incoming
air bubbles into smaller bubbles.
4. The bubble plate decreases turbulence to increase
reaction time and helps produce better skimmate.
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How Your Protein Skimmer Works
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5. Micro bubbles bind with organics inside bubble
column and begin to rise.
6. Cup neck allows foam to accumulate and reduce
Turbulence.
Micro Bubbles
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Bubble Line

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How Your Protein Skimmer Works
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7. Venturi Air Valve allows you to set the water level
within the skimmer. (DeskTop and Midsize Only)
8. The collection cup is where waste accumulates for
easy removal.
9. Safety drain fitting prevents overflowing of collection
Cup.
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Bubble Line

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How Your Protein Skimmer Works
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10. Excess micro bubbles are sucked into recirculating
chamber and are reused to create a denser foam.
11. Clean water is outputted back into aquarium system.
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Bubble Line

GETTING STARTED
SkimMate Ghost Series
Setting Water Level
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In order for the SkimMate Ghost to run effectively we
recommend that your water line be adjusted below the
collection cup. This allows micro bubbles to accumulate
and rise up the neck of the collection cup.
You can adjust the height of your collection cup to your
desired height level by moving the collection cup up and
down and setting it with the O-Ring.

MAINTENANCE
It is recommended to empty your collection cup once a week
or as needed.
Cleaning the Collection Cup
 Unplug your SkimMate
pump from electrical outlet.
 Gently lift the collection cup
upward from the skimmer
body to remove cup.
 Wash out the contents of
collection cup with warm
water.
 Replace skimmer cup by
lowering cup back into
skimmer body and readjust
cup height.
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