just received fishmate 7000, I use Tetra Koi pond sticks, has anyone had problems with sticks getting damp and clogging in tube?
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I place my fishmate in a bucket with a hole drilled for the spout to extend out. I do this to keep the raccoons out. This might also keep moisture out since I don't have any problems with dampness. I hang it from a tree and the bucket is cameo colored.
1564750
Yes, once after a hard rain the water splashed up and created a clog. I then moved away from sticks and used kernels instead and have not had any problems.
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Return it now. This feeder stinks. I had it for two days and it just never worked right . Ordered another one which uses solar power and it is great.
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Good question which I don't really know the answer to. I would think it would say something to that effect on the product web site. Personally I wouldn't. I'm assuming you have a koi or goldfish type pond. Fish are extremly delicate to PH and chemical changes and unless the product stated it was specific to repairing those type of uses, I would shy away from it. That stuff is pretty expensive too. I would suggest getting rubber liner specific for ponds and just reline the existing pond. This is what I did w/ my koi pond leak.
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Have had ours for two months, still works fine. Sometimes the fish stays on after taking it out of the water and drying it off, so have to unscrew the battery cover and re-screw it, that seems to work.
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The most important thing to remember is do not submerge the Raticator - electricity and water are not the best of friends. One unit I used did require a bit more than a damp cloth after a while from being used outside on a covered deck - I think some of the bait got a bit damp and started to clog. In a flat-bottomed sink/tub/basin I ran a small amount of warm water - enough to just cover the bottom of the unit - I can't remember exactly how much water but it was no more than 1cm, possibly a little less. I added a small amount of dish washing liquid and gently mixed, you don't want bubbles. Place the unit in the water and leave to soak for 15 minutes or so. Gently lift the unit out of the water and pour any water back in the sink. Leave to dry thoroughly in an inclined position - at least 24 hours. A damp cloth is fine for general cleaning and as George Laird suggested, ensure the switch is off - I'd remove the batteries as well, just to be extra safe. These units give quite a kick so I wouldn't want to risk my hand being mistaken for a rat :)
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I've used the FishMate 2000 P-UV pressurized filter with the FishMate 1000 (1,000 gal per hr/max head height 7'2") in an 8 ft. diameter, 22 inch deep fish pond that supports 20-30 goldfish (6 to 8" long), 15 to 20 trapdoor snails, 2 hardy and 3 tropical water lily tubs and a horsetail plant for several years with excellent results. In spring & fall we backflush once a week, in July & August 2 to 3 times a week, and I add an ounce or two of liquid peat barley every couple of weeks in summer to keep the algea at a minimum.
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I also use Stress Zyme. I use them once a week and the fish have been fine for quite some time. I hope this helps.
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I had to cut the black trim on my tank because it didn't fit but it's all roses now. But honestly my filter sucks really bad. It's very loud and it overflows even when it's brand new I'm not satisfied with mine at all. But tetra is a good company as far as I know so mine could be defective. But I'm just cautioning you that mine has had problems...
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Save your money!! I had the same problem and the assassin snails did nothing. The only answer is a total tank breakdown. Dispose of the gravel and clean out the filter really well. Go with artificial plants-- it's the only way to prevent snail issues.
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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.
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I've had mine for a year in a saltwater tank...no issues. I've even have a snail that keeps the outside of the pump clean without getting hurt. If I had a fish commit fishycide, I would avoid that species in the future. Survival of the fittest/smartest.
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With my new ones, I haven't had any problems with anything sticking (so far) I have several older ones that do cause that problems. I have started using a non stick spray on them. If something still sticks, then I'll take a toothpick and run it around the rim. So far so good. Something a friend of mine just suggested is a soft toothbrush might do the trick as well. Sorry I couldn't be of more help.
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I don't have tbat problem with mine, doesn't matter how much liquid it works.The only complaint I have is the strong smell of rubber. Sorry, get in touch with the company, see if they can help....
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Try running it without the long suction tube in place. Just fill the reserve with water so you can see if there's a problem with the impeller blade. When it's noisy, that usually means you have a pocket of air caught at the impeller, and by removing the long tube, this won't be possible.If it's still noisy after about 10 seconds, you have a bad Tetra.
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It is my understanding that koi and tetra are not compatible in the same tank for a variety of reasons. The missing/red fin could be an infected injury, in which case it is probably only a threat to the injured fish. Or it could be a fin-rot type infection, in which case there is the risk of infecting all the other fish. Either way, you need to treat the water right away. use the recommended dosage of Melafix for your size tank, and repeat the treatment for 6-7 days. The infected fish will either die or get better, but you will likely keep the other fish from getting sick. If you think it is a result of an injury, then adding a little pond salt also helps with the healing process. Good luck!
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I think you must be doing something wrong. I never had any trouble, and I've recharged them a bunch of times. I gave mine a really good workout, too, because I had a turtle, and they are very, very nasty animals...hard to keep. Mine was a rescue, but after a year and a half I released him back into the wild in the ultimate pond! I swear by the Seachem pouches. Try soaking them longer and see if that helps. I made sure to always have a spare, too. Also, are you sure you're using the Prime to treat yours after the bleach soaking? Make sure you use enough of the Prime, too. Good luck! I hope this was helpful.
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I only use one or too stese sticks at one time. This only applies to my Hayword 10000 gallon. Drop into the center of the hole,one at a time, 2 times a year depending on use.
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Nick, Just make sure you rinse out the pole with some fresh water after use and leave the pole unlocked/open to allow it to dry inside. We recommend not opening or unlocking the pole in water to avoid getting water inside during use. If you need any other help please email support@gopole.com.Thanks! Justin