Fluid pump questions

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finnleyoak
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Re: Fluid pump questions

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My Betta hated the noise too. Switched to a Rena FilStar and never looked back. Quiet as a whisper. How's your water level? Low water can make pumps louder.
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StormerX
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Re: Fluid pump questions

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finnleyoak wrote: Sat Jun 28, 2025 5:21 am My Betta hated the noise too. Switched to a Rena FilStar and never looked back. Quiet as a whisper. How's your water level? Low water can make pumps louder.
Good point. Also, check for air bubbles in the impeller. They can cause a grinding sound. A quick prime usually fixes it.
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