I recently purchased the nutrafin natural plant system. I followed the instructs and utilized the activator/stabalizer packets that came with the kit. The instructions stated that co2 production should commence between 2-10 hrs. However, it took a full 2 days before the system pressurized and began producing co2. All worked well for about 3 more days and now production seems to have stopped. I can't figure out why. I've checked to ensure I dont have any leaks and had utilized table suger in the right proportion. My water should be fine as well.
Could there be an age related problem with the yeast (activator)? Perhaps the kit sat on the shelf for too long? What would the stabalizer be comprised of? I've read folks using potassium nitrate to control the reaction. I've also heard (read) about folks using baking soda. I would prefer to use my own mix, but thought I may as well use the stuff up that came with the kit.
Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated!
Could there be an age related problem with the yeast (activator)? Perhaps the kit sat on the shelf for too long? What would the stabalizer be comprised of? I've read folks using potassium nitrate to control the reaction. I've also heard (read) about folks using baking soda. I would prefer to use my own mix, but thought I may as well use the stuff up that came with the kit.
Any help/advice would be greatly appreciated!
