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This Fluval 306/307 Canister Filter 3-Month Replacement Media w/ Phosphate/Ammonia/Nitrite Remover Package has enough media & lubricant for three monthly changes. Includes:
Fluval recommends you replace your Quick-Clear Water Polishing Pad, Phosphate/Ammonia/Nitrite Remover Pads (
if you're using them) & Carbon every month. They also recommend you clean and lubricate the Motor Head Gasket. This maintenance package will last you three months. It has THREE of Water Polishing Pads, SIX of the Phosphate Remover Pads and SIX of the Carbon. The filter takes two Carbons, two Phosphates, two Ammonia, two Nitrite and one Polishing Pad. There is also one tube of Super Lube for each month.
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These Remover Pads are essential to preventative aquarium maintenance. Ammonia and phosphate are commonly found in tap water. They are also the result of fish waste and the breakdown of uneaten fish food. Phosphate, nitrite and ammonia are all problematic. They all lead to algae growth. More importantly, ammonia and nitrite spikes are toxic and can kill your fish. If a fish dies in your aquarium there will be an ammonia spike that could kill all the other fish if you are not using an ammonia remover. Keep in mind, you may not notice a deceased fish until you come back from vacation.
Fluval's Monthly Maintenance Instructions:
Be sure to unplug your filter before cleaning.
Along with the Water Polishing Pad, Phosphate Pads and Carbon, you should replace any Ammonia, and Nitrite pads you are using. Check and clean the Impeller. Check and clean the Bio-Foam, Bio-Foam+, and Bio-Foam Max. Rinse the BioMax with aquarium water. Clean and lubricate the Motor Head Gasket and impeller cover.
To help remember when to do maintenance, use the Fluval Canister Filter Maintenance Checklist (pdf in new window).
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