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SALTWATER on How to Set up a New Aquarium  AQUARIUM and Keep It Looking Great Fluvalaquatics.Com CARE GUIDE ©2013 Fluval Is a Registered Trademark of Rolf C Includes simple STEP-BY-STEP INSTRUCTIONS SALTWATER on how to set up a new aquarium AQUARIUM and keep it looking great fluvalaquatics.com CARE GUIDE ©2013 Fluval is a registered trademark of Rolf C. Hagen Inc. Introduction Welcome to the wonderful world of saltwater aquariums. My name is Mark Callahan (a.k.a. Mr. Saltwater Tank), and I’ve been in love with fish- keeping ever since my father brought home my first tank when I was 10 years old. Years later, I remain actively involved in the industry, running a popular website (mrsaltwatertank.com), hosting my own Contents YouTube channel (Mr. Saltwater Tank TV) and traveling all over the world to set up and consult on saltwater INTRODUCTION 3 tank projects of all shapes and sizes. CHAPTER 1 BASIC EQUIPMENT TO Most recently, I’ve joined forces with Fluval to create GET STARTED 4 this practical saltwater aquarium guide, which is designed in a simple-to-follow format with useful CHAPTER 2 AQUARIUM LOCATION 6 How-To tips, pitfalls to avoid, stocking suggestions, CHAPTER 3 ROCK AND SAND 7 reference photos, web links and more. While the guide incorporates expert knowledge and CHAPTER 4 SALT AND SUPPLEMENTS 8 explains everything you need to run a successful CHAPTER 5 THE NITROGEN CYCLE 10 saltwater aquarium, my best piece of advice is to remain patient throughout the process and avoid CHAPTER 6 ADDING FISH AND CORALS 13 getting lost in the endless pool of Internet opinions. CHAPTER 7 FISH, INVERTEBRATE AND For now, simply take a deep breath, read on and enjoy! CORAL SPECIES 16 CHAPTER 8 IDENTIFYING AND PREVENTING FISH DISEASE 20 CHAPTER 9 WHAT COMES NEXT? 22 Mark Callahan Mr. Saltwater Tank fluvalaquatics.com 3 CHAPTER1 CHAPTER1 BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED The basic equipment to get started Setting up a marine aquarium requires an understanding of what livestock you plan to keep, and providing the right the environmental conditions to ensure their proper long term care. There is nothing that beats the raw beauty of a thriving SPS (short polyp stony corals) reef, for example, but it can also be among the most expensive and time-consuming marine aquariums to operate. You can still enjoy reef keeping in a smaller aquarium (5 to 20 gallon range), and with the right livestock choices, your operating costs and maintenance time will be greatly reduced. In short, have a clear picture of what your budget will allow, where you plan to keep the tank and the amount of time you can realistically commit to maintaining it. The following is a checklist of the most essential equipment required to keep your marine livestock, water and tank looking their best. AQUARIUM FILTER Aquariums come in many shapes, sizes and materials. Glass is preferable, Filtration helps to remove harmful elements, trap debris, oxygenate due to its ability to resist scratches. Despite what you may think, larger the water and provide ideal surfaces for beneficial bacteria to cultivate aquariums are not only typically easier to maintain, but also provide a more upon. A combination of mechanical, biological and chemical filtration are stable environment. We recommended going as large as your budget will recommended to help achieve optimal water conditions. allow. BIOLOGICAL FILTRATION: Biological filtration relies on bacteria to process and filter the water in your AQUARIUM STAND tank. Water is extremely heavy – roughly 8.3 lbs per gallon. This means that the MECHANICAL FILTRATION: Mechanical filtration relies on a type of medium water in a 10 gallon tank, for example, will weigh close to 83 lbs, and this (usually a sponge or foam) to physically filter out particles suspended in the doesn’t even factor in rocks and sand. A strong base is therefore vital as any water (i.e. fish excrement, sludge, uneaten food, dust). uneven support across the base of the tank can prove disastrous. Regular CHEMICAL FILTRATION: furniture stands, especially the self-assembly kind, are NOT suitable for use Chemical filtration removes pollutants such as chlorine, discoloration, tap with most aquariums. Using them will also void your warranty. Fortunately, water impurities and other dissolved waste materials through chemical Fluval carries an extensive line of stands designed specifically to support its reactions. aquariums. 4 fluvalaquatics.com fluvalaquatics.com 5 CHAPTER1 CHAPTER1 BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED HEATER ROCK, SAND AND DECORATION All fish are cold-blooded, which means their bodies are the same temperature as the water around them. Sudden changes in that temperature can cause It is advisable to buy rocks, ornaments and sand that have been specifically stress, disease and even death, therefore, a heater is necessary to ensure designed for use in a marine aquarium. There is a vast selection to choose the environment remains consistent and set to the ideal range they require. A from, which can make your aquarium truly unique by combining various thermometer, or heater equipped with one built-in, will help you keep a close textures, shapes, colors and arrangements. This topic is covered in greater eye at all times. detail further in the guide. WATER TREATMENTS MARINE AQUARIUM LIGHTING AND TEST KITS Understanding the needs of your livestock (specifically corals) will guide Ensure your water quality is optimally maintained by using Fluval water your decision on the type of lighting you need. Hard corals that build reefs treatments to remove and neutralize any chemicals in your tap water in the ocean, for example, generally require high lighting levels of a specific which, although harmless to humans, can be deadly for fish. Fluval Water spectrum and color temperature. Many soft corals and LPS (large polyp stony Conditioner aka Aqua-Plus is specifically formulated to condition water as coral), on the other hand, require much less demanding light intensities. soon as it is added to the tank, while Fluval Biological Enhancer aka Cycle Whatever environment you decide to keep, it is preferable to use light units helps prepare the filter for your fish and maintains the aquarium’s natural that are resistant to saltwater as it is very corrosive. Fluval offers several biological balance. Fluval Biological Cleaner aka Waste Control breaks waterproof marine-specific lighting solutions that will meet the needs down organic waste to allow the filter to collect it more easily. As you set up of any budding marine hobbyist. For further information, please visit your tank and even once established, regular testing is required. FluvalAquatics.com 6 fluvalaquatics.com fluvalaquatics.com 7 CHAPTER1 CHAPTER1 BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED BASIC EQUIPMENT TO GET STARTED ACCESSORIES CIRCULATION PUMPS You will need to invest first and foremost in a Hydrometer, which is essential Marine fish originate from water that has great force, therefore, strong water for your aquarium inhabitants and provides specific gravity and salinity movement is key. It not only provides for a more natural environment, but readings in your saltwater (this is covered in further detail later on). Other also washes waste from corals, helps them propagate and more. Circulation key accessories should include feeding devices for your coral (i.e. extra pumps are not expensive and usually very energy efficient. long tweezers, a baster, etc.), a strong glass cleaning magnet, epoxy sticks for affixing your corals, a light lens cleaning kit, a few important marine SUMP PUMPS supplements (i.e. alkalinity, calcium, strontium, trace elements) and a Typically required for larger marine tanks, sump pumps are stronger pumps complete water test kit. with good head capacity (they can deliver water vertically against gravity) that are exposed to very harsh conditions. Please note that only marine-certified PROTEIN SKIMMERS pumps should be used, such as the Fluval SP series. By mixing air and saltwater through the use of a skimmer (there are many different types), you effectively strip organic matter out of the aquarium, mostly before it can break down further and plague your tank with ammonia and nitrite issues. The odor from a properly adjusted protein skimmer when removing and cleaning its “collection cup” demonstrates just how toxic the elements this indispensible piece of hardware removes. 8 fluvalaquatics.com fluvalaquatics.com 9 CHAPTER2 CHAPTER2 AQUARIUM LOCATION AQUARIUM LOCATION Where to Place Your Aquarium Deciding where to place your tank can be a big decision and once it is set up, moving it isn’t something that is easy to do. Since your tank will literally become a fixture in your house, here are some tips to help you decide where to place it. AVOID DIRECT SUNLIGHT LIVING AREAS Tip While you might think that having sun shining into your Place your tank far enough from your TV. It isn’t much Give yourself easy access to your tank is a good idea, natural sunlight can cause undesired fun to settle down to try to watch a movie and have a aquarium - leave about 2-3” behind algae growth, or heat up your tank beyond ideal range. brightly lit fish tank distracting your view or casting glare the aquarium to run the wires, and across your screen. Also, every aquarium makes some make sure you have unrestricted If you have no other option but to place your aquarium access to the canopy amount of noise. You’ll likely hear “white noise” (i.e. in sunlight, ensure you close blinds or curtains to reduce pumps running, water gently flowing, etc.), therefore, exposure as much as possible. if the room has to be 100% silent, consider placing the POWER ACCESS tank elsewhere. Make sure you have power outlets nearby. Your aquarium requires numerous pieces of electrical equipment to run. Choose a place where there are at least 2 sets of power outlets nearby.
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