Are There Automated Gravel Vacuums?
Some manufacturers produce a gravel vacuum that can be attached to a faucet. These gravel vacuums allow you to remove water from the tank while cleaning the gravel, then to fill the tank again without using a bucket or having to start a siphon. Though cleaning the gravel is the same with one of these devices as it is with a regular gravel vacuum, you will need to consult the manufacturer’s instructions for attaching the apparatus to your faucet and for switching from drain mode to fill mode. If you are using one of these, remember to add dechlorinator to your tank prior to adding new tap water to minimize the exposure of your fish, plants, and biological filtration to toxic chlorine.
