Clean and check those float valves

[Leroy]

Had a situation occur from a float switch that was obstructed from working. Although my float switch is encased in a pill bottle to prevent any snails from accidentally stopping it from working or activating it. I found a bristle worm wrapped around the shaft in the float switch that prevented it from floating. I never would have thought that a bristle worm would take up residence in the float switch.

 

[Leroy]

An error in the title "float valve" where it should say "float switch". Sorry for the confusion.

 

[Codeman]

Are they in your display or sump?

And I agree, float switches should be checked weekly to avoid malfunction/flooding.

 

[Leroy]

Most likely there's bristle worms in both my refugium and my display. They've been know to be a real problem to both animal and corals and on the other hand they've been know to be good scavengers. Anytime that I do find one I do remove it just for a peace of mind to know the population is decreased probably in a small amount though. Not an easy pest to eradicate, yet there are trapping methods.

 

[Codeman]

Most likely there's bristle worms in both my refugium and my display. They've been know to be a real problem to both animal and corals and on the other hand they've been know to be good scavengers. Anytime that I do find one I do remove it just for a peace of mind to know the population is decreased probably in a small amount though. Not an easy pest to eradicate, yet there are trapping methods.

I leave them alone unless they're over 3", smaller ones are good scavengers and sand stirrers.

 

[Leroy]

Are they in your display or sump?

Wasn't sure if this was trick question leading to the cons of bristle worms. I knew they were good scavengers for the tank and also knew that in large lengths/size they can be a problem.

 

[Greg Hiller]

Better yet. Get the air pressure activated level sensors. Tsunami AT-1's. Champion sells them for about $60 I believe.