N00b needs filter advice - 10g

caitylady

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• Mar 25, 2009

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I have an Aqueon Power 10 filter in a tank that's currently cycling. How should I go about changing my media? I see a lot of conflicting information. Should I replace the whole cartridge? Just rinse it? Do I replace it eventually? What are my cheapest options?

Any suggestions would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

Caity

 

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Len

• Mar 25, 2009

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Rinse it out in old tank water or new treated water. Unless it's falling apart, you don't want to replace it.

 

ChrisK

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• Mar 25, 2009

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When cycling I wouldn't clean it unless it is obstucting flow if that is the case just rinse in old tank water or dechlorinated tap

 

srikamaraja

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• Mar 25, 2009

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Only rinse the mechanical filtration. Replace when/if it disintegrates.
If you have activated carbon, replace monthly.
Biological filtration can be shaken in old tank water if gunky, otherwise, it is best to leave alone.

 

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Or remove the carbon unless removing meds or other chemicals. It is up to you but many aquarists see it as a waste of time and money.