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September 6th, 2008, 04:35 AM
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How to clean return pump
My Eheim return pump has been in use for about 8 months and I have never taken it out and cleaned it. I am going to tackle it this weekend. I am sure there are hard calcium deposits encrusted around the pump's mechanisms. Which is the best way to clean the pump and be able to put it back in the tank no more than an 2 hours later?
Thanks  Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55 gallon/20 gallon sump/Aquactinics TX5/LPS/SPS Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 3 years Other Intrests: My truck, wakeboarding, and golf. I also enjoy working.... 
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September 6th, 2008, 04:49 AM
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Re: How to clean return pump
Hot water and a hard-bristled brush (like a bottle brush or dish brush) should do the trick. If that doesn't do it, soak it in a vinegar solution then rinse with hot water.
I haven't cleaned my return pump in over a year. I've tried, but the plumbing is completely stuck together and I can't undo it. NDB tried to undo it and couldn't get it without risking breaking the pump 
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September 6th, 2008, 03:27 PM
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Re: How to clean return pump
Its probably been a year since I cleaned my return pump.Probably need to clean it this weekend myself.
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September 6th, 2008, 08:09 PM
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Re: How to clean return pump
Just let it run in a bucket with hot water and vinegar for an hour. Wash rinse and repeat.
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September 7th, 2008, 12:18 AM
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Re: How to clean return pump
Is it bad to take apart the pump?
Current Aquarium(s) Description: 55 gallon/20 gallon sump/Aquactinics TX5/LPS/SPS Experience in Saltwater & Reef Aquarium Hobby: 3 years Other Intrests: My truck, wakeboarding, and golf. I also enjoy working....
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September 7th, 2008, 12:26 AM
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Re: How to clean return pump
Nope. I take apart my pumps to clean them. (Well, I should say, the parts that pop off readily).
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September 7th, 2008, 04:34 AM
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Re: How to clean return pump
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