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PROPER
AQUARIUM SETUP TIPS 6 - 10
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Aquarium Set-Up Tips 6-10
6. Decorations - Add rocks,
driftwood, ornaments and plants to decorate your
aquarium environment. Before starting take the
time to visualize where your decorations would
look best while remembering to leave open space in
front of the aquarium where you will feed the
fish. Avoid moving the decorations after you add
fish because this can be very stressful to the
fish.
7. Water Treatment - To ensure
the water is suitable for sustaining healthy fish
you must add water conditioner to your aquarium.
The main purpose of this is to remove chlorine,
but most conditioners will also remove other
harmful chemicals. Be sure to ask your sales
person for advice before making a selection.
8. Start the Filter - Carefully
read and follow manufacturer's directions for
starting the filter you selected.
9. Heater and Water Temperature
- For tropical fish a heater is always necessary.
Ask your sales person for their advice, but a good
rule of thumb is about 5 watts per gallon. Never
allow a plugged in heater to remain out of water.
Always check for cracks before putting the heater
in the aquarium and carefully read and follow the
manufacturer's directions. To help you regulate
the temperature buy a thermometer and place it on
the front or end of the aquarium opposite the
heater. The ideal temperature range for tropical
fish is 76° to 78°.
10. Lights - A full hood is
necessary to provide light for your fish, reduce
evaporation inside the aquarium and keep the fish
from jumping out. A cutaway back strip allows room
for heaters, air line tubing and power filters.
Fluorescent hoods are the best because they evenly
light the aquarium and are more energy efficient
than incandescent hoods and the bulbs last longer.
A full hood may be used with a timer to control
the amount of lighting in your aquarium. You
should light the aquarium for about 8 to 10 hours
per day. Avoid too much light because it can cause
algae growths.
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