Some helpful tips:

  • Always place an aquarium on a smooth, clean, level surface.
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  • Never lean heavily on the glass. It will crack.
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  • Never try to lift/move an aquarium which contains water.
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  • Don’t use detergents or any toxic chemicals on or around your aquarium.
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  • A small (10%) water change should be done every two weeks or large (50-75%) water change once a month. Siphon to remove stale food and waste. (Remember to add Chlorine Remover)
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  • Never change ALL of the water at any one time. It will stress the fish and they may all die!
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  • Use a gravel washer, as it removes the waste but not the gravel.
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  • Always wet your hands first before holding live fish!
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  • Don’t over feed the fish. This causes rapid elevation of toxins in the water.
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  • Always remove any dead fish as soon as they are discovered to prevent contamination of water.