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Unread 08/04/2013, 06:28 PM   #1
Dln321
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Qt tank

Hello, I am new to the hobby and I am setting up a qt tank. I purchased an Aqueon Quiet Flow 20 HOB filter and removed the carbon. Is there something else I need to add in its place? The package says the filter contains a "Bio-holster" meant to remove ammonia and nitrites. It's a plastic insert that is placed inside the filter. Is this sufficient? I have read about floss filter. Is this something I need to add? I currently have two fish in the qt tank. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!!


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Unread 08/04/2013, 09:54 PM   #2
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Welcome to RC and hobby and i am glad you are setting up a qt.
here is a link to a sticky which will guide you in right direction. feel free to ask any related question on that forum.
Good luck.
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?t=2195588


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Unread 08/06/2013, 01:51 PM   #3
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The filter media needs to have established bacteria, if not already I'd promptly add some instant ocean bio spira. Ammonia will kill fish fast.


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