on the 0-32,0-140,0-26 scale, what do I use to get the correct salinity? Why is this advertised for aquarium use if it isn't sensitive enough?
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I bought this after trying to use one of those aquarium hydrometers. This is far more accurate. It has 2 scales. The one I use (also on the hydrometer) is specific gravity(SG). Fish only/live rock tanks can have an SG of 1.022-1.025. Reef tanks need a little higher, about 1.025-1.026. The aquarium hydrometers were almost useless, as they could vary between .005 SG between readings of the same water. This one is dead on.
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I bought this after trying to use one of those aquarium hydrometers. This is far more accurate. It has 2 scales. The one I use (also on the hydrometer) is specific gravity(SG). Fish only/live rock tanks can have an SG of 1.022-1.025. Reef tanks need a little higher, about 1.025-1.026.The aquarium hydrometers were almost useless, as they could vary between .005 SG between readings of the same water. This one is dead on.
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either that or you have way too much salt added. take a sample to a pool store like Leslie Pools and let them tell you what the actual salt lever really is. The sensors should not be used if the salt level is really that high.
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I find that it is sensitive within about 3 or 4 mm range. I take it out once a month to clean, which may make the difference. I keep mine in the overflow box rather than the main tank, and it maintains the water level in a 16 gallon beautifully. My salinity measured across the day is constant so I guess it does it's job. Previous answer noted that it kicks on one a day, and I would add that it can kick on once an hour or two for me if it is super dry.
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You need to start them out at whatever the salinity is that the seller has them at. You can slowly manipulate the salinity anywhere from just brackish at 1.005 spec. gravity up to full seawater at 1.025. If they have been in brackish water and you put them straight into fresh, they will probably die. They do best in brackish water anyway.
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Have you checked your phosphate? I add Phosguard to my filter, too. I agree with the previous answers. I use API's bio-stars for a bacterial collector and I use Drs. Foster and Smith white filter mat that you can cut to your specifications for a mechanical filter.Of course, I use Chemi Pure BLUE in my saltwater tank
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Very likely it is NOT low salt. I have used this system for a few years and get that reading regularly because I have hard water. The minerals in the water build up on the salt sensor and it then the sensors can't sense the salt. Take the hoses off either side, put the end caps on and fill unit with vinegar (see cleaning instructions). Let is soak for 30 minutes then rinse thoroughly. As an aside, I usually tilt the unit slightly while soaking it to make sure the vinegar completely covers the sensor. In the MANY times I've had this reading (low salt), I can only remember ONE time when the salt was actually low. Of course, always double check your salt level with test strips. Very likely it is NOT low salt. I have used this system for a few years and get that reading regularly because I have hard water. The minerals in the water build up on the salt sensor and it then the sensors can't sense the salt. Take the hoses off either side, put the end caps on and fill unit with vinegar (see cleaning instructions). Let is soak for 30 minutes then rinse thoroughly. As an aside, I usually tilt the unit slightly while soaking it to make sure the vinegar completely covers the sensor. In the MANY times I've had this reading (low salt), I can only remember ONE time when the... » Read More Very likely it is NOT low salt. I have used this system for a few years and get that reading regularly because I have hard water. The minerals in the water build up on the salt sensor and it then the sensors can't sense the salt. Take the hoses off either side, put the end caps on and fill unit with vinegar (see cleaning instructions). Let is soak for 30 minutes then rinse thoroughly. As an aside, I usually tilt the unit slightly while soaking it to make sure the vinegar completely covers the sensor. In the MANY times I've had this reading (low salt), I can only remember ONE time when the salt was actually low. Of course, always double check your salt level with test strips. « Show Less
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I have a 29 gallon and am barely getting by. Soft coral only, Some LPS,no Acans or SPS. I'm selling mine on eBay next week.Customer service is spotty at best.
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I have no idea, but I do know we're still developing scale and it continues to wreak havoc with the plumbing, so I'm considering going salt (don't want to), but I don't think Scalewatcher is doing as much as we need here. Our water is very hard.
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That could be. Take a 20 oz water sample into Leslie's Pool Supply or your local pool supply store and have them check the salinity to make sure. They may even check it for free.
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I've been running it in a 65 gal marine talk with a 10 gal refugium. I placed in the sump area of the refugium. It worked fine for me in a building that is climate controlled around 74-75 degrees. I found mine to be miscalibrated around 2.5 degrees, though, so you may want to consider an alternate thermometer if you have sensitive stock.
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It all depends on what you have in your tank and how much flow you would like or need I have two of these on either side of my tank and it's a 26g nano softie/lps reef tank. If you have a fish only or a freshwater tank and just looking to had some circulation in the tank than this should be fine although if this is the only pump your adding I would suggest the next higher model up I believe it's around 420 gph? Hope this answers your question
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Well, in my humble opinion we (Jandy owners) have been taken to the cleaners on everything they sell salt-wise. Did you clean the cell with diluted acid? If so try that. Did you install the sensor with the new chip adaptor? If so, take off the adapter. It is a really bad fix. It seems to make all the bugs that everyone complains about worse by increasing, rather than decreasing, the sesitivity of the sensor. I got a few months (my non-heated season) out of my sensor (with one cleaning midway) by removing that jumper. I too am now getting a 121. I am going to clean the cell tomorrow, make sure the three prone plugs are clean, reboot the whole thing, and see what happens. If it doesn't fix, I am turning the whole thing off, saving my money, and buying something that works. Good luck.
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You may not have ENOUGH salt in your pool. If you haven't had your water tested, I would suggest you take a sample (up to one cup) to one of your local pool stores and let them test the levels. You will need to give them the size of your pool so they can determine the amount of salt required. That would be my first step. Good luck.
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As soon as you get the salt level in your pool to the specs this will produce chlorine. You will have to monitor it to find the proper amount if time to run unit but it works great. I suggest a chlorine stabilizer you will run the unit less with it. Good luck
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Happy Sunday! 240 ml (8oz) of lukewarm, filtered water. I would strongly recommend that you also purchase either a netipot or a saline rinse bottle if you choose to use. Many of the pots/bottles come with a few sample packets if you would like to start from there. Good luck!
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I know nothing about salt water - but I have a 55 gal fresh water setup with a home made undergravel filter - just PVC pipes and the Cobalt Power head. It's been running for a few months now and I have not done anything with the tank or water and it's perfectly clear and the fish seem to be happy. So it works great for my setup.
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pH is slightly low but not that bad, above 6. I add a little crushed coral in a bag just in case. Check out our flood and drain aquaponics set up!www.aquapaolics.wordpress.com to see it in action at our school