DetailsEHEIM Everyday Fish Feeder Programmable Automatic Food Dispenser FREE Shipping. 7 x 3.8 x 61 cm ; Shipping Weight: 721 g Date first available at Amazon.ca: Feb. 23 2011 #2,382 in Pet Supplies (See Top 100 in Pet Supplies) in Pet Supplies > Fish & Aquatic Pets > Cleaners > Gravel Cleaners EHEIM Quick Vac Pro Automatic Gravel Cleaner Ideal for complete aquarium cleaning or quick spot maintenance Unlike siphon operated gravel vacuums which require buckets and hoses the EHEIM Quick Vac Pro is a hassle-free solution to conveniently maintaining the bottom of your aquarium. The EHEIM Quick Vac Pro Automatic Gravel Cleaner and Sludge Extractor makes cleaning an aquarium as easy as pressing a button. Just insert the suction end into the gravel. The water suction lifts the waste up and deposits it into the super-fine mesh cartridge. Quick cleanings are done in minutes. How It Cleans • Advanced suction power is specifically designed to pick up dirt particles remove waste and extract sludge • Super fine mesh cartridge traps even the smallest waste particles while letting water back into your aquarium (any residual cloudy water will clear up shortly after use) • Detachable super-fine mesh cartridge easily snaps out for quick cleaning The Quick Vac Pro comes with a 2-year guarantee from EHEIM.

Product Features • Battery operated- can operate continuously for up to 4 hours • Safe to use (no power cables) • Remove or extract waste before it has a chance to break down and pollute the aquarium water • For use in aquariums of all shapes and sizes with a minimum depth of 12” • Note: not recommended for fine sand or fine gravel • Includes 4 AA batteries • Extends the intervals between water changes • Saves you money by reducing the amount of additives needed for vacuum cleaner columbia scwater maintenance Easy to use- no buckets or hoses required.vacuum gutter cleaning machine EHEIM Everyday Fish Feeder Programmable Automatic Food Dispenserpanasonic upright vacuum cleaner prices

Tom Aquarium Maintenance Mr. Cleaner Battery Operated Gravel Siphon FACILLA® Digital LCD Fish Aquarium Tank Pond Water Thermometer Home Decor See all 21 customer reviews See all 21 customer reviews (newest first) on Amazon.ca Did an ok job but stopped working after only 6 months of once a week use. Works great especially when you have a large tank and removing the rocks frequently to clean them is difficult. this is well made and very effective. i do not need to change water as often. easy to clean filter.Bad for the price. gravel can get stuck in propeller and stall the vac!Better than I expected Just enough suction to pick up debris without sucking up gravel. Solved a problem for me. Une piece d'equipement impossible a trouve actuellement en boutique Pet Supplies > Fish & Aquatic Pets > Cleaners > Gravel CleanersYour Window to Another World Welcome to the world, the art, the experience of fish keeping. Each year, thousands of new fish keepers discover the natural wonder of aquariums.

Fish keeping provides them, and now you, have the unique opportunity to not only observe another world, but to create it as well. In the process, you’ll learn about aquatic creatures and observe their behavior firsthand. And there is nothing quite like an aquarium to generate an appreciation and respect for our environment. Fun, easy and instructive, an aquarium is a singularly beautiful, always fascinating addition to any home or office … a welcome source of entertainment, education and relaxation for the entire family. Think of your fish as pets and you’ll agree, they deserve the best care and attention you can provide. They rely on you to keep their environment healthy. A healthy aquarium is relatively easy to achieve and maintain, but it will not happen by itself. It depends on you. In rivers, lakes and oceans, water is cleansed and filtered naturally. In an aquarium, it’s a different story. In order to keep aquarium water clean and healthy, you must help. This means taking care not to overcrowd the tank or overfeed the fish.

It means changing some of the water regularly, cleaning the gravel bed and providing the proper filtration. Sound like a lot? In fact, it only takes about 30 minutes a week. In addition to your aquarium, filter and lighting, here’s a list of what you need to get started: Gravel: Coated or pre washed is ideal. Decorations: Only those designated for aquariums (e.g., live or artificial plants and ornaments). Water Conditioner: De chlorinates tap water to make it fish-safe. Net: For transferring fish. Gravel Washer: For water changes and cleaning. Fish Food: Consult your dealer for a recommendation. Never attempt to move a full or partially full aquarium. Never lift an aquarium with wet hands. Never attempt to lift aquarium by grasping upper edges or frame. Always grasp and carry an aquarium from underneath, supporting the bottom at all times. Using a damp cloth, clean your tank inside and out prior to setup. Never use soap, detergents or cleaning agents.

Always place an aquarium in a location designed to support its total weight. An aquarium filled with water and gravel weighs approximately 10 to 12 pounds per gallon. Always place an aquarium on a flat, level surface and make sure an electrical outlet is near. Never place an aquarium near a heat source or air conditioner. Never place an aquarium in direct sunlight. Full or even partial sunlight can cause excessive algae growth. Add 1.5 to 2 pounds of gravel for every gallon of aquarium water. Be sure to rinse the gravel thoroughly (water should drain clear) before adding. The gravel bed should slope gradually to the front of your aquarium. Pouring a stream of water directly into your tank will disturb the gravel bed. We recommend that before adding water, you place a clean dish on top of gravel and gradually pour the water over the dish. The stream is gently deflected without displacing gravel. Always fill your aquarium with water at room temperature.

Cool water produces condensation, which gives the appearance of leakage. If condensation does occur, simply wipe surface with a clean cloth until temperature stabilizes. Always treat water with a dechlorinator before adding it to your aquarium. Do not add plain, untreated tap water — it can kill your fish. A Word About Decor Once the aquarium is half full, you can add aquatic plants (live or artificial) and/or decorative rocks or ornaments. Before adding any of these items, be sure to rinse them thoroughly. When placing plants, it’s a good idea to locate larger ones to the rear of the tank, smaller ones toward the front. This ensures an open swimming area for your fish. When all ornaments and plants are in place, continue filling the aquarium to within an inch of the top rim. A healthy, successful aquarium requires the proper filtration. Three stages are necessary. Mechanical Filtration traps solid debris such as uneaten food and fish waste. Filter cartridges are an ideal source of both mechanical and chemical filtration.

Chemical Filtration uses media (activated carbon) to adsorb (attract and hold) dissolved pollutants that can cause water discoloration and odor.For mechanical filtration, there’s a poly fiber pad to trap dirt and debris. For chemical filtration, each cartridge is packed with premium activated carbon. Biological Filtration is the third type of filtration. It depends on a culture of beneficial oxygen-loving bacteria to eliminate toxic ammonia and nitrite that accumulate in aquarium water. The bacteria culture biologically changes the ammonia and nitrite into nitrate, which is removed with once-a-month partial water changes. Beneficial bacteria will grow naturally on many surfaces within the aquarium (including gravel, decorative rock and plastic plants) and will provide biological filtration. If your system features Marineland’s patented BIO-Wheel® technology, a culture of bacteria will grow on its surface. The bacteria will thrive — because as the BIO-Wheel rotates, they are nourished by exposure to the larger amount of oxygen in the air.

This is “wet/dry” biological filtration. A heater may be used to maintain water temperature in your aquarium. Most tropical fish require a constant water temperature between 75° and 80° F. Goldfish and certain other cold water species are the exception to the rule. They can exist quite comfortably without a heater. Lighting brings out the natural colors of your fish and is essential for live plant growth. There are many different types of aquarium light fixtures available. Your dealer can help you select the appropriate light fixture for your individual needs. An aquarium hood or cover is always a good idea because it helps keep fish in and airborne pollutants out. Important Note: To avoid excessive algae growth, limit the lighting of your aquarium to 7 to 10 hours per day. It’s relatively easy to plug your lighting fixture into a standard timer. Before plugging in your heater, hood or any other electrical equipment, take special care to read all written safety precautions in your owner’s manual(s) and be sure to use a drip loop.

Use a GFCI-protected outlet whenever possible. When creating a new aquarium environment, patience is vital to success. Allow your system to operate for at least 24 hours before adding fish. Begin by talking with your dealer about what fish are best suited to your aquarium, what fish are compatible with one another and how many would be appropriate. Add only a few recommended fish at first, gradually introducing more over the next four to six weeks. Choose only fish that appear active and healthy. And take special care not to overcrowd your aquarium. Fewer, healthier fish are better than an over abundance of stressed-out fish. Make sure the water your fish enter is approximately the same temperature as the water from which they leave. To equalize the two temperatures, float the transport container (usually a plastic bag) in the tank for about 15 minutes. Then, at five minute intervals, open the bag and add a small amount of aquarium water. Finally, after 15 minutes, gently net the fish and place it in the aquarium.

Do not add bag water to the aquarium. Let the fish swim from the net into the tank. The less traumatic the transport, the better. Feed your fish twice a day — only what they will eat in about five minutes. Taking Care of Your New Aquatic Environment A properly maintained aquarium filter means cleaner water and healthier fish. You will need to replace your filter cartridge and perform a 25 percent water change every two to four weeks. You also need to vacuum the gravel thoroughly to remove any waste buildup. The easiest and most effective way to accomplish both a water change and a gravel cleaning is with a standard, siphon-operated gravel vacuum. Water that appears cloudy, yellowish or smells bad is telling you that your aquarium water needs changing and a new filter cartridge immediately. If the problem persists, it may be because you have too many fish — or because you’re overfeeding them. Bring a sample of your water to your dealer for testing. When replacing water in an aquarium, be sure to treat it first.