When can I remove the sponge of the Skimmer ?

[Omar 69]

Hello0o0 Im having problems lately with nitrates. I think they can be because of many things one that came to my mind is the sponge of the skimmer. I have a coralife skimmer and the skimmer have being running for 2 month and a half.

Can I take out the sponge that is place on the bubble trap box or that will cause problems ?

[Loverotties]

You need to clean it weekly.

[hng]

Is the skimmer in your sump or is it hanging off the back of your display tank? If it's in the sump and you have a bubble trap, get rid of the sponge. If you need the sponge to trap bubbles, then wash it or rinse it out really well at least once a week.

[Omar 69]

The skimmer is on my display tank.