I put this in my tank around 24 hours ago, is it a good idea to change the filter cartridge after 24-36 hours?
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Hi Chris, I think it is not necessary to change filter if the water became clear. But I think it would be good idea to change at least one of filter cartridge if the water still cloudy.
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I've found that after using Bio-clear in my tank that the particulates all fall to the bottom, so changing the filter after 24 hrs would be a waste of a filter.
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That's up to you, we clean and reuse to get the junk out and put a new obe in after the water clears up.
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It wouldn't hurt....with my filter the product it cleans it so well the filter absorbs a lot of dirt/debris, I've waited longer -up to even a week, and then it really needs replaced. I think a lot depends on the type of filter system. I use a Whisper Filter system.
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Yes! When the filter reaches its limit, the water flow will diminish almost down to a trickle. If that happens for more than 1 day, it's time to change the filter. Depending upon usage, you may need to change the filter once a month.
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I do not remember. I read the directions. It was not long but of course depends on just how dirty your filter is. Follow directions.
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We have a 20 gallon Mud turtle tank and depending on weather, hot more often, I change the two filters after 3-4 weeks and again when cleaning the tank at about 6 weeks. Smaller tank, smaller filters may differ so hope this helps. Barbara
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We change our filters every 6 months, which is the recommended time. There are only 2 of us in the household, so it might be necessary to change it more often--or less--depending on number of people on the system. I would not want to wait until I noticed a change in water taste or quality. Why take a chance of getting a case of the trots?
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It worked great on my fuval filter and I would change it every 3 days with a clean one. Just rinse the used one out and go another 3 days. Saved my fry from going up the tube. Hope this helps you with your question.
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The packaging suggested use for 40 hours, or 30 days after opening the sealed plastic wrapping, whichever comes first. My experience was that there was no visible change in the filter during this time. I got a marker and wrote the date on the filter so that I would know when to replace them.
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Don't change the cartridge until it is falling apart (about 1+ years). What is your tank stocking? The beneficial bacteria (bb) needed to keep the tank cycled (able to process waste...google "nitrogen cycle") and fish healthy live in the filter cartridge. If you change the cartridge, you will need to recycle the tank. You can clean the cartridge with tank or conditioned water (not tap water, as it contains chlorine that will kill off the bb). Clean the cartridge during a water change, about 1x mo...depending on stocking.
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I just talked to a representative at the manufacturer. She told me that the cartridges will filter 50 gallons of water per day for about 1 year. Less usage means the filters will last longer. If the water you are filtering is extremely dirty, then they will not last as long. If the flow through the filter slows down, it is time to change the cartridges. Here are the links for the replacement cartridges: http://www.filterwater.com/p-68-inline-gac-cartridge.aspx http://www.filterwater.com/p-133-inline-multistage-cartridge.aspx http://www.filterwater.com/p-69-reverse-osmosis-membrane.aspx
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I actually had to upgrade to a bigger filter.....but, I like to clean it every 4 to 6 weeks. This usually depends on what you have in the tank, and size of the tank. I have a turtle, so I have to stay on it and keep it clean.
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They have a recommended change schedule based on time and/or gallons, but you will be able to tell with the water taste. It also depends on the water quality within your area. I'm in Virginia Beach and the water quality is better than Florida, so my filter does last longer here. Flow rate can be deceiving since water pressure is not always the same. Amazon sells a water hardness tester, it could be helpful to better monitor your water quality!
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Yes I had to change this filter within 2 months. We are on a public well water system which is on the edge of our property. Never did find out why the filters would not last any longer than 2 months. Found them too expense to keep so I quit with this system and installed an under the counter re- osmosis system bought from Amazon at about the same price as 2 FQSLF filers. these filter cost much less and last at least a year...
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I use the filter for a 25 gallon tank. Seems to work well. The filter completely stops when the cartridges need to be changed. Hope that helps.
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Assuming that you are on a regulated city water supply...That filter cartridge is good for 3 months or 500 gallons under normal use. Make sure you are not running hot water through the filter as that can cause it to come apart. You can also try running the water through the filter more slowly rather than wide open. Also - Open up the housing, remove the filter and clean the housing. Use some fragrance free chlorine bleach to disinfect the housing, rinse and dry well and reinsert the filter. Make sure to orient the filter cartridge so that the indicator arrow is pointing down towards the counter top while in final position.
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It's been 4 months and my water filter still seems to be working great (2 person household.) Would be great if someone could post a link to a consumer reports type article about this subject. Of course the mnfctr is going to recommend faster changes than are necessary to get you to buy more. I just set up 3 month regular shipment from Amazon, to be safe.
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It isn't a bad filtering system . It has easily exchanged cartridges you can get on line or at an aquarium shop . How often you change them depends on the number and size of fish in the aquarium and your water supply. Using clarifying water tablets/conditioners and an alga remover helps with filtration.
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It depends on what type of filter you have. I have 2 marineland 350 w/ 4 slots each. I bought 4 of Marineland Cartridge Media Refill Penguin to put the carbon in. So the answer depends on what you have to put it in. The generic answer is as mush as you can. Change the charcoal when the water begins to smell fishy again. My 50 gal. tank goes about 2.5 months before smelling fishy with a half cup worth of charcoal.