Hi
Title says it all .
) Decided to replace my canister (RIP) with a samll sump/fuge, but I've never set one up so....
I posted pics so you can see what was sent in the box. I think I know what goes where, but no instructions came w it. I have never set one up so looking for some guidance and 1st timer advice. Its a catalina aquarium sump/fuge.
I have a few questions:
1.They didn't send the foam rubber filter pads that I've seen in other fuges that are stuffed between the bubble trap/baffles. Should I buy/make some up and put them in between the different stages? Both, one, none?
2. is there any suggestion about adding in the mud/water? Mud first? water first? Pack it down? fluff it up, pour it in? No idea so any suggestions are welcome.
3. My tank has been established for about 7 months and water quality has been fairly stable for about half that time with fish, corals, and live rock. once everything is in place with the fuge, do i fire it up right away or do i wait a few days like their website suggests?
4. Any general advise that I should have asked for and didn't is welcome!
Here is the link to it and the specs
http://www.catalinaaquarium.com/product_info.php?cPath=90&products_id=1483
SUMP/REFUGIUM FOR 70 GAL TANK
20 inches long by 8 inches wide by 12 inches high
Includes:
* CA Submersible 1800 Pump
* Return tube bulkhead
* Bioballs
* 2 x 13 Watt Power Compact Hood with Sunlight bulbs
* Hood Legs
* Overflow box
Title says it all .
) Decided to replace my canister (RIP) with a samll sump/fuge, but I've never set one up so....I posted pics so you can see what was sent in the box. I think I know what goes where, but no instructions came w it. I have never set one up so looking for some guidance and 1st timer advice. Its a catalina aquarium sump/fuge.
I have a few questions:
1.They didn't send the foam rubber filter pads that I've seen in other fuges that are stuffed between the bubble trap/baffles. Should I buy/make some up and put them in between the different stages? Both, one, none?
2. is there any suggestion about adding in the mud/water? Mud first? water first? Pack it down? fluff it up, pour it in? No idea so any suggestions are welcome.
3. My tank has been established for about 7 months and water quality has been fairly stable for about half that time with fish, corals, and live rock. once everything is in place with the fuge, do i fire it up right away or do i wait a few days like their website suggests?
4. Any general advise that I should have asked for and didn't is welcome!
Here is the link to it and the specs
http://www.catalinaaquarium.com/product_info.php?cPath=90&products_id=1483
SUMP/REFUGIUM FOR 70 GAL TANK
20 inches long by 8 inches wide by 12 inches high
Includes:
* CA Submersible 1800 Pump
* Return tube bulkhead
* Bioballs
* 2 x 13 Watt Power Compact Hood with Sunlight bulbs
* Hood Legs
* Overflow box
