I have a similar question to one asked but will restate it. Is it normal for the Algone packet to become "hairy", slimy and smell bad in the tank?
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Hello...I have not experienced the problems you have described. I usually keep the packets in for three weeks.
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I have mine in the filter compartment and change it about every two weeks and yes it is slimy and smelly.
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How long has it been in there? I change mine once a week, it gets a little bloated but I have never noticed the systems you describe. I know the box says every two weeks but but I have had great results doing it every Sunday.
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Yes. Gets really gross. But I leave it in the filter compartment. Doesn't smell until I take it out to toss it!
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Hi.....no it is NOT normal for the Algone packet to be hairy...smell bad in the tank....or be slimy.....I use Algone in a saltwater aquarium and have non of those issues....I would check your ph...nitrites.....and nitrates....also ammonia.....could be a water quality issue......not the Algone. ...another thing you could do if your water is good is rinse out the Algone pouch and put it back in to see what happens.....hope this helps....if you have any more questions don't hesitate to ask....I would be glad to help.
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Yes, well I have never had it smell-but I would think that would be time to replace or remove.
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I can't say I've ever seen my get hairy. I put mine in my canister filter and it will develop a coat of slime after a month or so. I try to replace it monthly, so it's not usually that bad. I can't say I've ever smelled it either, but if it was bad, I'm sure I'd notice. You might want to check your ammonia levels or something to see if there is something going on in your tank. It may be just absorbing something that's there.
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I received my unit today, and got the same smell after my first gallon of water. That prompted me to search for some answers. Someone suggested to replace the plastic container with the glass one. I've done that, but the smell seems to be present in the glass bottle too. I wonder what material the pipes inside the unit are made of. The only hope it might get better with more usage. We'll see.
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I agree with everyone else. Have ordered it online And bought at Trader Joe's and never had a fishy taste. Maybe take it back, and/or try it again and give it another shot. It's worth it!
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I have had the same experience and that is exactly why I dun this product in my review. What is happening is algae and scum are growing inside the plastic tube that feeds the spinner. It's exactly like atherosclerosis. The passage inside the tube gets smaller and smaller. Another event which is caused by the same condition is the holes in the spinner get clogged with growth. You can clean the holes with a toothpick and soaking in hot water but the tube is much harder to clean. What I did is hook a really narrow strip of terry cloth (about 1/4 inch wide and three inches long) to the end of a piece of 20 gauge copper wire (any kind of skinny wire will do) and I pull the cloth through the tube. You'll be quite grossed out when you see the scum that the cloth will drag out. After cleaning the spinner and the tube you must then disinfect the entire apparatus with a mild bleach solution in order to kill the microorganisms which will grow like mad as soon as you refill and use the unit after cleaning and de-gunking If you fail to disinfect carefully, the same build up will begin immediately and after growing a few bowls of sprouts you'll be back to square one. the unit is a pain and perhaps unhealthy too. You absolutely must change the water at least two times per day and preferably three times. You already know that the water will begin to stink badly just like any algae, bacteria-filled container of water. If you fail to maintain really clean water you're asking for a health issue in my humble opinion. Your sprouts will have been doused with stinky water about 30 times each day.......maybe more. My unit ran every few minutes. I never could determine what kind of timer was used. It was not always exactly the same interval sequence but regardless, this unit is a real hassle and it's always going to cause problems exactly like you are dealing with. Good luck
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Personally, I would exchange it. When I first opened the package, mine had zero smell to it. Absolutely none. Which is exactly what we're paying so much extra money for, right?! I would assume there's something wrong with yours. I absolutely love mine.
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The swanson product seem to be a good price. One thing I noticed is the was no smell to the product. The eklonia cava I ordered from Germany definitely has a smell of seaweed. Do not know if it is any better though.
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Hello again. I received a quick reply from NOW re: their Krill. I'm sorry to hear that someone had a smelly product. Unlike another product I bought, I have purchased a number of these NOW Krill without any problem of bad smell or taste.To answer the question here re: the type of Krill, here's the exact quote and link provided by NOW today in answer to my query yesterday:I wrote to NOW yesterday, and here is their answer as to the type of Krill. You'll note that the vendor link they sent me is Neptune:"It is sourced from Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). Thank you.Here is more info from our vendor:http://neptunekrilloil.com/why-neptune/sustainability/ " Hello again. I received a quick reply from NOW re: their Krill. I'm sorry to hear that someone had a smelly product. Unlike another product I bought, I have purchased a number of these NOW Krill without any problem of bad smell or taste.To answer the question here re: the type of Krill, here's the exact quote and link provided by NOW today in answer to my query yesterday:I wrote to NOW yesterday, and here is their answer as to the type of Krill. You'll note that the vendor link they sent me is Neptune:"It is sourced from Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). Thank... » Read More Hello again. I received a quick reply from NOW re: their Krill. I'm sorry to hear that someone had a smelly product. Unlike another product I bought, I have purchased a number of these NOW Krill without any problem of bad smell or taste.To answer the question here re: the type of Krill, here's the exact quote and link provided by NOW today in answer to my query yesterday:I wrote to NOW yesterday, and here is their answer as to the type of Krill. You'll note that the vendor link they sent me is Neptune:"It is sourced from Antarctic krill (Euphausia superba). Thank you.Here is more info from our vendor:http://neptunekrilloil.com/why-neptune/sustainability/ " « Show Less
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It is not runny nor goopy. It is pretty normal, by my experience. It don't think there is a manufacture date printed on the container, but if it has separated I'd just shake it up. I have worked through my three tubes over several months now and the last one is no different than the 1st.
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In what way does it look moldy? I had a few dark brown specks of the hull in the Shea butter but nothing odd looking. It shouldn't go bad. I would call the company if it looks green or something.
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Hmmm, I didn't have this problem, but I assume it's something to do with an algae that grows in your climate? I was using them indoors in Seattle in the winter, so slime wasn't an issue.
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I also noticed this on my last order from Amazon. Prior experience has always been dry. I found this issue after their return period so, now what? All filters in the package were wet and had a little charcoal coming out.
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I have been monitoring mine since i bought it.It has not gotten slimy or shown anything that I can feel as dirty between fillings of the container.I only fill it half full for now.I have cleaned it once in that time.
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No, I have had mine a long time and no scent change. It definitely did not smell like fish at all. It was almost scentless. I believe you received a bad batch and I would open a immediate resolution request and be very adamant. This is such a great product-well worth it and I love it. Great company too. I am sorry you re having problems. Good Luck.
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We have had the tank just over a month and haven't had to clean it. There is a film of calcium build up on the outside because there is a little water that splashes out. Even tho we condition the water before adding. We have really hard water. We just have to add water every few days. Compared to our old tetra tank? Love it!
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Mindy, I have never noticed anything floating from any of my kits and I've done quite a few. I don't know if maybe something was in the bag or if something may have fallen into your bucket as you were beginning your primary. If its something of concern that may possibly contaminate the wine, I would recommend contacting amazon for a replacement. I hope this helps. Good luck with your wine!
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Hi, I bought my original bottle 4 years ago. It did a great job killing the bougainvillea looper caterpillar I was fighting. Now, I have a new plant with the same problem. I'm buying a new bottle because the old one has turned dark brown and I'm sure it's over the hill.
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I have found that the inlet tube (standard airline diameter) gets clogged with sediment and needs to be cleaned occasionally. Otherwise, it works fine. I have had mine for some time and have accumulated a nice crop of pods, macro algae and mangroves.