How do you replace GFO/Carbon Media in the reactor?

[madreefer2013]

If the reactor is connected to everything in the sump then how do you replace the media without stopping the pumps etc?

 

[billdogg]

I have quick disconnects on the lines. It turns out that the ones for Eheim canister lifters work perfect for me.

 

[TangingOut]

What sort of problem are you having? Do you have pictures to show your particular situation?

People that T it off their return pump or manifold have a valve they can shut off for maintenance. If you're like me and have a separate utility pump, it can just be turned off, but I also valve it to control flow.

 

[bmitchell138]

If the reactor is connected to everything in the sump then how do you replace the media without stopping the pumps etc?

Generally reactors run off of a dedicated pump, or they are plumbed into a manifold from the system's return pump. Mine is the latter and when I need to change the media I close a ball valve and remove the reactor. Otherwise just pull the power to the pump, remove the reactor for servicing.