Do I need to clean my pond before using my new filter 2000p-uv/3000p - uv only has brown water
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I had very dirty water and did not clean mine before using it; my water turned clear fairly quickly and stays that way as long as I backflush consistently to clean it.
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I would remove any debris that is in the pond, leaves sticks acorns etc. Add some beneficial bacteria like Micro-lift HC. There are several choices to chose from. Call Fosters and Smith pet supply and they are helpful on telling you what you need. Have good prices too. Pond should be crystal clean in 2 weeks.
1109670
You have to take the part that holds water off - the filter will get brown (sometimes red from minerals in the water) and it gets icky pretty fast. Often needs replacement.
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No light is apparent. You can tell when your pond starts to get too green. Basically follow the directions as to how often to replace. We are currently having an issue with green water. But I think our uv light holder is not working. They wear out sometimes. But when both are working, the pond is very clear.
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I don't have an internal UV in my filter but if you are talking about adding on an external UV then:You want a direct connect from pump-to-filter but from the filter to the pond you have lots of options. My experience is that for a UV to work you need to have the recommended flow rate going to through the UV. Too much water too fast won't work. If this is what you are doing I would split the flow ... 1/2 directly from filter to pond and 1/2 to the UV and then to the pond.
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Not that I've noticed, though admittedly my canister filter is crapping out right now (but it's about 2 years old). The only thing I notice is the water goes brown and the ph is affected according to how much you put in there...
378167
I have a 1200 Gal pond. I use the External water pump branded "Turbo-Sea", model 1740-P for Laguna 2100 UVC filter.
2036950
No, this item to maintain a pool that is in good clean condition. You have to purchase an algae killing kit. I had the same problem last year. The kit or items is used over a two to three day period. After which the pool filter needs to be cleaned. Make sure you open every valve and sprayer so the kit circulates the entire plumbing system for the pool. If you have a pool store in your area ask them for the right stuff.
1120206
My pond is an outdoor pond. I would honestly say that the filter system is definitely sufficient. I wouldn't mind having a slightly larger one though.
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You may want to contact the manufacturer to get a better explanation. What I can tell you is that you do want to soak and shake the filter in water for a few minutes. And then you will filter about 1 gallon through your pitcher and dump that before use. You will see that the water is kind of gray from this gray dust like stuff that comes from the filter. Not sure what it is, but I figure you don't really want to consume it! Definitely pre-soaking IS required.
497416
I use this on my 2000g pond with a sand gravel filter. No cleaning filters.. just use air. This would be overkill for 200g. Look at little giant pumps.
255798
The product is brown. When added to the skimmer it dissolves and makes the water crystal clear.Turn on the filter after you add the capful or two.
201339
I connected it to the pond pump because the water has to flow through the chamber of the UV tube to kill the microorganisms. By the way, it's awesome! The pond is crystal clear always!
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Some people do, but I didn't for my aquarium. You don't have to, and some people prefer to keep it dirty. Just a heads up, your tank will be very cloudy for a few days, but this is perfectly normal and it will settle on its own. Just keep your filter running.
1355387
I purchased the 55w uv lamp...for up to 5000 gal pond. Probably too big for my pond, but the water is crystal clear now!
355186
Depends which filters are in use...also whether you are adding tap water, or pond water...
355190
The filters will need to be replaced after 3,000 to 6,000 gallons of water filtered per filter, depending on whether you are filtering tap water or pond water or other water that is dirty.
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It is very easy to clean filter media. No problem at all even though some reviews state otherwise. It takes about two minutes to pull them out and squirt them clean. I replaced my originals after 1 year. This filter works very good and is no problem to maintain. Others complain of the plastic clips to open it, however, I have never had any issues. When your fountain flow decreases, clean the filter. This will depend on pond location, leaves etc so you will know when to clean it.