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IceCap K2-120/160/200 Skimmer Assembly Guide

IceCap K2-120/160/200 Skimmer Assembly Guide

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The IceCap K2 series are remarkably compact skimmers and offer a new level of refined filtration for an array of home aquariums. The skimmers were designed around providing proper filtration without sacrificing valuable sump space or performance.

Master crafted from robust PVC and high quality acrylic, these skimmers are built to last. All components are marine safe and refined in every aspect to provide the latest enhancements in foam fractionation.

The skimmers elegant “Beer Bottle” curved body naturally stabilizes the air and water mix and gently uplifts the organics to the surface of the foam for collection.

The skimmers feature an impressive compact footprint making them ideal for tight sump applications. Lets not forget to mention that the skimmers disassemble completely for easy service.

Skimmer features a very compact foot print.

At the Core of the IceCap K2 skimmers, you will find the always reliable and Italian made Sicce* pinwheel skimmer pump with a proven track record for being highly durable, efficient and reliable.

IceCap K2 Skimmer come with Sicce Pumps.

The K2's output control offers trouble free fine-tuning and quiet operation. The pipeless design not only saves on space but also allows the outgoing water to exit on the side of the skimmer and below the water surface providing quiet splash-free discharge.

Allows for quiet, splash-free discharge.

Located much lower in the reaction chamber, the K2 Signature bubble-dispersing chamber offers a multi stage diffusion of water and provides additional contact time for enhanced foam stability.

Unique Bubble Chamber for enhanced foam production.

The IceCap K2 Skimmers are now available in 4 models:

Before we begin, please locate, inspect and identify all components supplied with your new protein skimmer. Please refer to the parts and assembly diagram located in your users guide. If you don’t have it, you can always download it by clicking on the link below...

Click on the image to download a copy of the assembly diagram.

Assembly

On a stable surface, place a towel or something to prevent any scratches while assembling. With the supplied Allen keys loosen the 4 screws along the 4 corners of the base of the skimmer, twist counter clockwise and lift off.

Loosen all 4 base screws

Twist the body of the skimmer to loosen from base.

Lift body off base.

With the K2-120: remove the screws from either of the two blue pump mounts and insert the pump sideways into the mount attached to the base of the skimmer. Push the detached mount into place and fasten the screw locking the pump onto the skimmer base.

Loosen and slide pump into base adapter.

Secure base of pump.

With the K2-160 and 200 models, insert the backside of the pump into the corresponding grooves of the custom pump mount. Make sure that the back of the pump is placed nearest to the last brace.

Insert the backside of the pump into the corresponding grooves of the custom pump mount.

Make sure that the back of the pump is placed nearest to the last brace.

With the top of the diffusion chamber removed, place the output of the pump through the hole in the bottom plate.

Place the output of the pump through the hole in the bottom plate.

Thread in the output adapter to secure the chamber to the output of the pump. Place the top on the chamber and thread in the screw and be careful not to over tighten.

Thread in the output adapter to secure the chamber to the output of the pump.

Place the top on the chamber and thread in the screw and be careful not to over tighten.

Before we install the skimmer body we need to install the white venturi coupling to the intake of the pump. Please make sure that the coupling is installed properly by testing the other side of the coupling to insure the venturi fits.

Install the venturi coupling to the pump.

Make sure you test both sides of the coupling and ensure the correct side is attached to the pump.

Line up the skimmer body with the intake of the skimmer pump and match the screws on the base with the larger holes on the rim of the skimmer body. Twist so that the two rims line up making a perfect square.