Quick question regarding fishless cycling – sorry if it’s a bit of a stupid one.
I have got all the kit, including some pure ammonia, and have got as far as adding the substrate and the water.
As soon as my ammonia arrives I’ll start the cycling process. My (hopefully not too stupid) questions is, do I need to have the filter and heater switched on during this process? I can imagine the filter may need to be on to facilitate getting the right bacteria on the filter sponges etc, but not sure if the water needs to be a specific temperature at this point. May as well save energy where I can!
Also, I have a stingray elite filter but have been advised to remove the carbon from it - I think it’s something to do with Zeolite added to the carbon which breaks down ammonia but therefore affects the cycling process. Any thoughts on this?
Thank in advance!
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fishless cycling 1st attempt - advice please!
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jobnockey · 15/08/2016 10:46
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