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As
you can see below the
article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask.
Due to
merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've
updated
this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find
usual questions
along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above,
or
right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only
partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March
18th. If
you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the
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As
you can see below the
article, we keep answering questions that visitors of Aqua-Fish.Net ask.
Due to
merging our aqua-fish.net/answers section with related articles we've
updated
this page on March 18th 2011 once again and here below you can find
usual questions
along with answers. Some of the questions may have been answered above,
or
right below (below the sponsored links), while some may be answered only
partially, and most of them weren't answered on this page up until March
18th. If
you still cannot find answer on your question here, feel free to use the
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Why do you get high
nitrite levels in the aquarium?
Answer: The first
reason for high nitrites is when a tank is not fully cycled and the filters
have not built up large enough colonies of bacteria to convert the nitrites to
nitrates. The second reason is usually when the filtration is not capable of
coping with the stocking level of fish in the aquarium.
Why does my tank
filter stop when we unplug it?
Answer: Unless you are
using air driven sponge filters, all tank filters require electric to run, cutting
off the supply will stop the filters.
Which filter is the best
for aquarium fish?
Answer: The best
filter for aquarium fish depends upon who you are asking. Opinion has a lot to
do with how great a filter is. Since there are many different types of
aquariums, each with a different set up and different needs, the best aquarium
filter depends on your own personal preference.
When should I change the
filter media?
Answer: The filter
media should be changed at intervals recommended by the manufacturer. Try to
stagger changing the different media so that it is not all done at the same
time. Changing it all at once will reduce the efficiency of the filter.
Which external aquarium
filter is best?
Answer: The best
external aquarium filter is the Rena FilStar xP. It is extremely silent and
powerful, and it comes in a variety of sizes. It is a canister filter that sits
beneath the aquarium, concealed in the stand. This filter can be costly
compared to some of the other options but it is well worth it.
Which filter media works
best?
Answer: A good quality
activated carbon would be the best filter media. Use one that will effectively
filter chemicals and other substances from the water. The better the quality of
the carbon, the more effective its filtration ability will be.
Which aquarium filtration
system should I use?
Answer: Use a filter
that is meant for use in fish tanks that are about double the size of your aquarium.
By doubling the water filtration, you are increasing the amount of filtration
media while doubling the amount of water displacement. This will ensure better
maintenance of the aquarium.
Where should the water
level be on an aquarium filter?
Answer: Water level on
hang on tank filters should be at the top or just over the top of the filter
media. If the water is well over the media, it may be time to change or clean
the media. Air driven sponge or under gravel filters should be completely submerged
to cover all the media.
The water flow from my
filter is too strong, how can I turn it down?
Answer: On all modern
electrical filters there should be a lever or slide that can be moved to
increase or decrease the amount of water flow coming out of it. If you are
using air driven sponge filters, add a flow restrictor to the airline, this
will control the filter.
Which filter is more
effective: hang on back or internal filter?
Answer: Internal
filters tend to be less effective when trying to effectively move large volumes
of water. More internal filters would need to be placed through out a large
aquarium in order to filter the same volume of water as a hang on back (HOB) filter.
HOB filters are more efficient and take up a lot less space in the aquarium.
Why shouldn’t you clean
your filter sponges with tap water?
Answer: Cleaning the
sponges with tap water will kill off the colony of beneficial bacteria need to
filter the water. Always use old tank water to rinse out the sponges.
Can I turn off the filters
for 2 hours when I am cleaning the tank?
Answer: A lot of
keepers do turn off their filters during a tank clean including myself. Turning
them off for 2 hours will do no harm but do not remove them from the water.
When should I change the
aquarium filter sponge?
Answer: Filter sponges
come supplied with manufacturers instructions as to when to replace the filter
sponges. This is mostly after they have been in use for 6 weeks but read the
guidelines before use. Regular cleaning of the sponge with old tank water will
still need to be done on a regular basis.
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