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Old 07-23-2007, 10:31 AM   #7 (permalink)
JT101
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Re: Just exactly what is a "cycled" tank

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Originally Posted by blue_eyes53813 View Post
Well it seems like (from your readings) the cycle may be about complete. Have you done any small water changes? You could try a couple SMALL water changes 10-20%. To get the nitrates down. Do not stir the sand. The beneficial bacteria will be in the sandbed and you will suck it right back out.
Yes, I have done 10% water changes on 7/8 and 7/19. I have NOT stirred the sand but I have blown over the live rock with a SeaSquirt just prior to the water changes. I was going to do another 10 percenter on 7/29.
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