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The best way to do this is with a sludge cleaner. A sludge cleaner is a suction cup with a hose that is used in aquariums to clean the substrate and suck up deposits, food residues and organic waste. It helps to keep the substrate clean and improve the water quality.
And this is how cleaning with the sludge vacuum cleaner works:
Preparation: make sure the sludge cleaner is clean and ready to use. Check all components to ensure that they are correctly assembled.
Set-up: Immerse the sludge vacuum cleaner in the aquarium water to fill it with water. Hold the hose vertically upwards and ensure that no air bubbles remain in the hose.
Suction: Hold the muck vacuum cleaner with the suction opening above the area of the substrate that you want to clean. You can now suck in at the end of the hose or use a suction aid. As soon as the water flows freely through the hose, you can direct the hose into a bucket or other suitable container to drain off the extracted water. Or you can use a long hose so that you don't have to keep emptying the boiler.
With the IN-Out from JBL you can also attach the hose directly to the tap.
Cleaning the substrate: Move the mulm vacuum slowly over the substrate, taking care not to suck up too much gravel or substrate. The mulm vacuum will suck up debris, food residue and organic material while the dirty water flows into the bucket.
Monitor the water level: Be sure to monitor the water level in the aquarium during the cleaning process to ensure that not too much water is removed. If necessary, you can add fresh water to correct the water level.
The use of a mulm vacuum should be done regularly as part of aquarium maintenance to prevent a build-up of mulm and organic debris.
The frequency depends on various factors such as the size of the aquarium, the number of fish and the amount of leftover food. By using a sludge vacuum cleaner, you help to improve the water quality in your aquarium and create a healthy living environment for your fish.
The frequency with which an aquarium needs to be cleaned depends on various factors, including the size of the aquarium, the number of fish, the type of filtration and feeding habits. In general, a regular cleaning schedule should be followed to maintain water quality and ensure the health of the fish.
Cleaning the substrate: The substrate should be vacuumed regularly to remove excess food, fish droppings and dirt. This can be done at every water change or as required.
Filter maintenance: The filter should be cleaned regularly to remove deposits and dirt. Depending on the filter type, this can be done every 2–4 weeks. Caution: Do not clean the filter and change the water at the same time.
Algae control: Algae can form in the aquarium and should be removed regularly, either by cleaning the surfaces or by using algae magnets or sponges. It is important to assess the cleaning requirements individually and adjust as necessary.
Good observation of the fish and regular testing of the aquarium water will help to determine whether adjustments need to be made to the cleaning schedule. Translated with DeepL.com (free version)
Aquarium cleaning & care
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Cleaning & care for aquariums
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Everything for aquarium cleaning & care
Aquarium cleaning made easy! In our aquarium shop you will find everything for aquarium cleaning (aquarium cleaning) / aquarium cleaning such as Aqua In-Out, mulm vacuum cleaner, Aqua Ex, and much more.
Browse through our selection of aquarium cleaning accessories for your aquarium / aquariums.
We hope you enjoy shopping in our aquarium shop.
If you have any questions or require further information on aquarium cleaning, we will of course be happy to assist you with our expert knowledge. Contact us without obligation by e-mail or telephone, we will be happy to advise you.
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Jessica Moosmann is our aquarium specialist. As a trained retail specialist specialising in pet supplies with over ten years' experience at Zoo Roco, she is not only familiar with the Latin names of fish and plants - she has also been able to gain some experience and is happy to pass this on to you. Jessica's expertise in aquaristics includes not only the selection and care of different fish species, but also the design of aquarium landscapes. She deals intensively with topics such as water quality, filter technology and lighting in order to create optimum conditions for the well-being of the aquatic inhabitants.
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