I would like to change the tank & equipment to a freshwater tank.
2006-12-31 10:07:04 · 7 answers · asked by Heline B 2 in Pets ➔ Fish
Just give it a wash but try not to use soap or any other chemicals!I would agree to using a new toothbrush to clean all the waste and algea. Like the other guy said though, as long as you keep the filter running it should be ok!
2006-12-31 10:38:27 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Honestly I would do nothing more than a really good rinse. Alot of the natural bacteria will do the rest. The salt left behind will be good for conditioning the tank. If you are really concerned this not a good idea, let it stand for a few days with filter running. Other wise I believe you will have one of the healthiest fresh water tanks you have ever seen.
2006-12-31 10:29:24 · answer #2 · answered by finis b 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Simply wash it down with hot water. There isn't anything in a saltwater tank that can harm your freshwater fish, other than a little salt residue on the equipment.
Wash it all down and rinse thoroughly. Use no soap or other cleaners.
2007-01-01 02:12:41 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just read in a book that you can clean your tank and equipment with white vinegar. Soak a paper towel in vinegar wipe around inside of tank where water has evaporated and left white mineral deposits. Book says its harmless to fish even if dropped in water.
2007-01-04 08:28:29 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Just give a good scrub under running warm water. Any dried on white deposits can be easily removed with vinegar, but be very sure that it is well rinsed off.
2007-01-01 08:37:46 · answer #5 · answered by ispooky2 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give it all a good wipe down, clean up isn't hard just have to be motivated enought to do so bi-weekly.
2007-01-03 17:17:34 · answer #6 · answered by Jonathan B 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
use a tooth brush!
2006-12-31 10:27:36 · answer #7 · answered by Suger G 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋