Equipment Review and Discussion :: My FX5 is not working well

[bradmeisel]

Does anyone have a suggestion on how I can try to fix my Fluval FX5?

It does not seem to be running as hard as it should.

[blackforces get you]

maybe it needs some cleaning. mines does that when it needs to be cleaned (my XP3)

have you had this problem before?

[bradmeisel]

it seems to have statrted losing some when I didn't clean it for a while and then I cleaned it (propeller and all) and it still seems slo. It is still under warranty so if I can't fix it I will send it back.

[mikee]

Bra-sel - When checking on pumps the four things you have to watch for is suction, discharge, impeller and power. I all checks out you may want to reevaluate your media which is probably on the suction side of the pump.

[bradmeisel]

I will check those. Thanks for the info.

[PATTI]

Have you checked the tubings? They can get clogged with crud.

[bradmeisel]

It was a little slack in the tube. I cut the tube another 6-8 inches and its working better than ever.