Hi, I am new to this forum but have been researching on here for a while now. I need to set up a hospital tank to combat MI. I didn't have a QT established before this. I understand that I can use water from the DT to start, but was wondering if it would be acceptable to throw in a few bio balls from my sump to help get the bio filter established quicker in the hospital tank. I only have a couple of other sponge type filters in the aquarium and I have recently cleaned them so don't believe they would be of much help. I have read extensively on this forum and other sources (especially the very informative posts be leebca) so I believe I understand what all I must do. I I was just wondering about the bio balls specifically being used to help jump start my hospital tank. Thanks in advance for any help!
hospital tank question
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Reef Commando
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Just run the filtration as is. Using copper means that you will not be establishing the filter whilst it is in use.
reefle
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yeah just used a simple hang on back filter or something like for freshwater tanks. Don't use carbon filters though as that will reduce the medication you put in. just use a simple sponge to get the big gunk out.
Like everyone else said you'll control ammonia through water changes. You'll need to check that and salinity daily if not multiple times a day and change water accordingly.
Like everyone else said you'll control ammonia through water changes. You'll need to check that and salinity daily if not multiple times a day and change water accordingly.
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