Noisy Filter

[MissNoodle]

EDIT: I got it running, the impeller had a loose part so it wasn't spinning properly, I fixed that. But its still noisy, has been for months...

It worked 5 minutes ago. I moved it and now nope.

Topfin 20 gallon filter.

Anyone know how to fix the stupid thing??? (The noise!)

 

[GlennO]

The most common reason for filters not restarting is that they are not properly primed. But it's been more than 20 yrs since I had a HOB and can't remember how it's done. I assume the chamber is full?

Sorry I missed your edit, maybe it needs a new impeller?

 

[TWiG87]

That almost sounds like something is broken. Like an impeller fin came off or the shaft is messed up.

 

[MissNoodle]

That almost sounds like something is broken. Like an impeller fin came off or the shaft is messed up.

Checked when cleaning, its intact

 

[Michael.j.gomez]

Hello, you may have to pull all media fill w/water & get flowing. Once started add media to filter to see if it starts to rattle again. I think bio ring may be squeezing impeller over or rubbing. Hope this helps!!!!!

 

[Jonmott]

Don’t know much about these filters but I would start by pouring water into the filter to get it going, I have to do this to my aqua clear