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DAILY AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE
- Observe all aquarium inhabitants. Perform a quick visual check to ensure that there is no disease, injury, and/or abnormal behavior.
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Verify temperature and confirm that all support equipment is functioning correctly
(filters, heaters,
lighting, etc.).
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Remove any dead fish, plants, or obvious debris (such as plant leaves attached to intake strainer of filter).
WEEKLY AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE
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Perform a partial water change, 5 to 10 percent is recommended. Use a gravel washer to extract trapped waste from the gravel. Partial water changes on a regular basis will provide stable water quality and maintain ideal conditions.
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Clean fluorescent tube(s) and fixture. This will maintain consistent light levels.
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Clean inner and outer glass surfaces. This will eliminate any algae accumulation and ensure full viewing pleasure.
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Test water. This is important particularly for reef and planted aquariums.
MONTHLY AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE
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Perform filter maintenance (preventative maintenance of moving parts, such as the impeller). Replace filter media (ex.:
Carbon) as per manufacturer's recommendations and in accordance with
test kit results.
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Check supplies, food, water conditioners and all other regularly used items.
EQUIPMENT CHECKLIST FOR AQUARIUM MAINTENANCE
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