External Filter Clean

[Dave_C]

HI Guys

First time doing a filter clean this weekend - nervous as hell
I've an external GreenLine e1502 in a 180L Tank.

Will be replacing the Carbon and the Rowa Phos Phosphate Remover - getting more an more nervous as I type

Should I clean the filter etc same time as weekly water change or best to do them days apart ??

Cheers
Dave

 

[blaxsun]

It's probably a good idea to clean your filter every week at the same time as your water changes. Carbon and phosphate remover can be left in for roughly a month.

Don't sweat it - after the first few times you'll be a pro.

 

[Dave_C]

It's probably a good idea to clean your filter every week at the same time as your water changes. Carbon and phosphate remover can be left in for roughly a month.

Don't sweat it - after the first few times you'll be a pro.

Absolutely bricking it

 

[MichaelReefer]

HI Guys

First time doing a filter clean this weekend - nervous as hell
I've an external GreenLine e1502 in a 180L Tank.

Will be replacing the Carbon and the Rowa Phos Phosphate Remover - getting more an more nervous as I type

Should I clean the filter etc same time as weekly water change or best to do them days apart ??

Cheers
Dave

Do when you do your water change. Use tank water to clean your filters so you do not kill off beneficial bacteria.