How often should I do water changes in an EcoSystem filtered tank?
1. Generally 3% – 10% per month (Marine of Freshwater) 2. The purpose for water changes in an EcoSystem filtered tank are: To remove detritus from the main tank and substrate, first turn off all your pumps. Utilizingsiphoned a small power head or turkey baster blow off all your rocks. Allow debris to settle on substrate for around a half hour. Vacuum your substrate to remove all Debra. Replace all siphoned water and start your system. Fish only tanks should be done bi-weekly basis.
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