Any good results on filters that were tinted green from algae? I need something that will KILL any algae that remains after washing the filters.
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My filters did not have the lime green algae - more grey mold color. It worked good but I poured a whole bottle in a cooler that all three filters and put a brick on all three to keep them submerged and left them overnight. I still alternate between this and the hot springs spray bottle cleaner especially if I want to put the filters back in that day.
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I did not have any algae, but I can say it made no change whatsoever in appearance of the filters before and after, didn't brighten them up in slightest
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You can use household bleach to kill the algae first, then clean with PowerSoak. I would use about a quarter cup of bleach to about a gallon of water and let the filter soak for a bit, agitating a couple of times. Use a soft-to-firm brush (depending on your filter media) to help dislodge the crud after you've soaked them and before and during the rinse.
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Only my first filter was appreciably off-white after a year.Keep in mind that their main purpose is to avoid contaminating the RO membrane.
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Your question is not real clear to me. The pond master filter will do the filtering job for a pond of 250-300 gallons. If there is a lot of sunlight on the pond you Will still have an algae problem. A ultraviolet filter not chemicals is the solution for algae.
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I suggest putting algicide and chlorine in your pool to kill whatever it is that growing. This pool cleaner picks up everything on the bottom. I have never had an algae problem so I can't say that it will clean it off your pool.
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I was successful. I could not control algae in the pool. The phosfree did the job. Algae grows freely In high levels of posphates. However you must follow the directions and run the filter for 48 hours or risk clogging the filter. good luck. Jimbo
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i use this filter on my 10 gal tank with greate results.very crystal clear water filtering system the filters are large but they do a greate job.i have 3 and realy love the job they do.i hope this helps you
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I have a beta, an algae eater, and previously snails. I did end up buying a different filter.
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I use the EkoBrew Reusable filters. I have been using the same one daily for over a year now with no problems.
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Suggest going to the Aquasana home page. Also, there's a list on an environmental page which is how I originally found types of water filters, this one, and what it removes. I do not recall the name of the group but Google your question referencing water filters and Environmental Watchdog groups.
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This product doesn't reduce algae. It will help clarify the water and reduce smells produced by waste. A good filter with a steady flow of water paired with this will help keep your tank clear and algae free.
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It will rid you of the green (algae) water but it wont rid you of algae attached to the rocks and glass. Anything that gets sucked through it will die
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The manufacturer is wrong. I've just recently used it on my 110 gallon goldfish tank, and it turned the water green/blue (not difficult to remove with a fresh carbon filter). As for whether it will permanently stain silicon, yes, it does. But that doesn't bother me.
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I had algae on bottom of pool and it has removed it. Dirt etc. But, if you have black algae or the kind that needs to be scrubbed off, this will not do it... It has no scrub brushes... just suction.
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Good news I tried something I took mine and rinsed it a few times under warm water then washed the whole thing in warm soapy water now it's nice and clean and good to go, it's all dry now so washing didn't ruin it. I couldn't get the filter out of mine either my friend has one same thing
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To be honest, I Loved mine! I have since upgraded to a aqueon filter for my 75 gallon and is excellent as well! I swear by their filters. Bit don't ever buy their led bubble strips! They are all junk! :)
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This is an article from 2014. It is actually the reason I am looking at this product right now. Turns out the solid carbon filters are the best removing the most harm while keeping the minerals intact. The article can be found here: http://naturallysavvy.com/live/the-best-options-for-water-filters
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I have tried to keep it away from direct sunlight and sources of heat, and that has worked for me for a few years. I also try to keep it fairly full or I'll notice condensation on the top of the bottom segment that holds the filtered water (that is visible in the clear container). Hope that's not confusing. I would make sure everything is fully scrubbed before starting a fresh batch - it only takes a little bit of algae to grow into a mess you don't want to deal with. You could use a diluted bleach spray to get rid of it....just make sure to thoroughly wash it off!