Ferplast

When setting up a tropical aquarium it is important that a heater is used. A range of BLUCLIMA heaters from 30 to 300 W is available. If you are setting up an aquarium for freshwater tropical fish, we recommend laying about 2 cm of fertilized gravel on the bottom of the aquarium and covering it with 2-3 cm of grit or gravel.

Decorate the aquarium as you please (your local retailer will be able to help and advise you). Fill the aquarium by pouring water onto a dish placed on the bottom to prevent the material used to create the base from being moved about. In general, it is advisable to mix tap water with about 50% demineralised water for aquariums; however, this percentage may vary according to the chemical contents of your tap water (get advice and the right amount of demineralised water from your retailer). Set the required heater temperature (if present) according to the type of fish and plants chosen (e.g. for freshwater tropical fish the average temperature is about 25-26°C). Put 1 (aquariums up to 150 litres) or 2 (aquariums over 150 litres) capsules of BLUSTART filter activator in the first filter compartment. Before arranging the plants in the aquarium, we recommend waiting at least one day to allow time for the water to stabilise.

N.B.

• To care for and protect your fish, it is strongly advised to wait until the filter has matured:the first fish should only be introduced 10-12 days after the addition of BluStart filter activator capsules. Before carrying out this operation, the water's main parameters should be checked using the special MULTISTICK TESTER available from your dealer, who can also suggest the ideal water temperature, hardness, etc., depending on the types of fish and plants that you decide to raise in yourtank. These parameters should be frequently retested.
• During the filter maturing period, add a small quantity of dry food each day: this will help theformation of bacterial flora.
• When adding the fish, insert the remaining BluStart filter activator capsules in the first filter compartment.
• We recommend not putting too many fish into the aquarium all at once, but building up to the maximum population gradually.