eheim 2213 problem

[griffinkid]

Hi I just got a set of 2213 for myself but after connecting it to my aquarium, I realise that the inlet is unable to suck up water fast enough. Has anyone got the problem before?

[Shadow]

did you put the filter under your tank?

[dc88]

how big is your tank ?
imho 2213 is probably good for 2ft tank or below.

[xconnect.]

Maybe your piping is clocked up with algae that may narrow your pipe or You have to prim the old school way by sucking from the inlet with your mouth

[Techno]

You can try running the filter without any medium.

[astro]

check any air bubbles trapped at the inlet tubing which may reducd the flow