Tank should be here tomorrow. Need some help.

Discussion in 'New To The Hobby' started by KnensuRa, Apr 28, 2008.

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  1. KnensuRa

    KnensuRa Astrea Snail

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    Holy Cow that sure was tuff getting that picture to post. I won't forget how to do that.
     
    KnensuRa, Apr 29, 2008
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  2. amcarrig

    amcarrig Super Moderator

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    Cat looks as happy as you :)
     
    amcarrig, Apr 30, 2008
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  3. omard

    omard Gnarly Old Codfish

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    Very pretty...

    This is going to be fun for all of us...

    Keep us posted!!!
     
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  4. luvreefs23

    luvreefs23 Millepora

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    good luck, keep us updated on your progress
     
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  5. SeaGirl

    SeaGirl Astrea Snail

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    ;DVery cool! It fits just perfect there!
     
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  6. djnzlab1

    djnzlab1 Aiptasia Anemone

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    Do get a GFI for your power strip.

    HI,
    I have all my power strip plugged into a GFI drop cord, saltwater tanks will short sooner or later there's a thing called salt in the water and it will cause salt bridges on lights, outlets and anywhere you spill saltwater.Most glass heaters will short sooner or later most pumps can have minor leakage of power.
    If you have a gfi it will trip the circuit instantly and you will not require any defribulation. hehe:p
    Other wise be sure you freinds know CPR.
    Doug,
    My wife calls me sparky cause my hair seems to stand up all the time after getting shocked.
     
    djnzlab1, Apr 30, 2008
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  7. bmshehan

    bmshehan Fu Manchu Lion Fish

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    All reasons to get a ground probe for your tank, stray voltage is nothing to mess with, and they are very cheap. Can cause serious harm to the tank. I wouldn't use tap water, RODI only, especially if you can get it at a LFS close by.
     
    bmshehan, Apr 30, 2008
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  8. KnensuRa

    KnensuRa Astrea Snail

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    LET THERE BE LIGHT, water, sand and live rock!! Man this tank rocks.. So I picked up a powerstrip with a timer built in it. Works great it has seven on off settings. Here is a picture of the tank ready to rock and roll. Well after a few weeks I will be able to rock some fishy's.

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    KnensuRa, Apr 30, 2008
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  9. ReefSparky

    ReefSparky Super Moderator

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    Amen to that. Why take the chance when this ounce of prevention averts a ton of misery?
     
    ReefSparky, May 2, 2008
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  10. gazog

    gazog Kole Tang

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    Looks great, can't really add anything except to tell you read the following links they will tell you allot. Also can't stress the word "PATIENCE" enough.

    I don't agree with everything in these articles but they all have great points. Everyone has an opinion just as you will learn and formulate your own.

    Good luck, enjoy, and as always keep us informed...

    How NOT to set up your first reef tank.

    How to set up your very own saltwater aquarium

    Three Steps to a Reef Aquarium
    Step 1
    Step 2
    Step 3
     
    gazog, May 2, 2008
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