Aquarium Water Treatments

API® POND SIMPLY CLEAR bacterial cleaner is a natural bacterial-based pond clarifier that quickly clears cloudy water and keeps it clear. This triple action formula works fast to clear pond water, consume sludge, and break down algae, offering a long-term solution to murky water.   For initial dose at spring start-up and end of season dose, add 0.5 cup per 500 gallons of pond water twice a week for 2 weeks. For maintenance dose, add 4 tbsp. per 500 gallons of pond water every 2 weeks.

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API® POND STRESS COAT water conditioner acts as a unique water conditioner that replaces the natural slime coating on the skin of your pond fish when it has been damaged by handling, netting, or other forms of stress, and prevents the loss of internal fluids using electrolytes. This product contains Aloe Vera to help heal torn fins and skin wounds, protecting damaged tissue against disease-causing organisms. API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner instantly removes chlorine as it conditions tap water, and should be used when setting up a pond, adding new fish, or changing pond water.   When adding water to the pond: add 120 ml. for each 480 gallons of pond water. When introducing fish to the pond and to promote healing: double the dose.   What does API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner do? API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner removes chlorine and neutralizes chloramines and heavy metals. It also reduces stress in pond fish, and promotes the healing of wounds and regeneration of damaged tissue with Aloe Vera.   Is API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner a dechlorinator? Yes, API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner is a dechlorinator, and will make pond water safe for your fish.   Is API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner safe for all fish, invertebrates, and plants? Yes, API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner is safe for all wildlife.   Does API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner affect the biological filter or the pH of pond water? No, POND STRESS COAT water conditioner will not adversely affect the biological filter or pH levels.   Can I use API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner with other API products? Yes, you can use this product with all other API products.   I accidentally overdosed my fish with API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner. Should I worry? No, API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner will not harm your fish or plants.   How much API POND STRESS COAT™ water conditioner should I use? If you are using API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner as a dechlorinator to make tap water safe, you should dose enough for the amount of the new water you are adding to the aquarium. If you are using API POND STRESS COAT water conditioner to help fish recover from injury or disease, then you should dose enough for the amount of water in the whole pond.

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API POND ALGAEFIX algae control effectively controls green water algae blooms, string or hair algae (Cladophora), and blanketweed (Oedogonium) in ponds containing live plants and fish. API POND ALGAEFIX algae control is fast-acting, controls algae growth, controls the formation of new algae, and helps resolve algae problems. Registered with the EPA, API POND ALGAEFIX algae control controls many types of algae in water gardens, ponds, and ornamental fountains containing live plants and fish.   To ensure accurate dosing, determine pond volume before use. Do not overdose. Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 50 gallons or 0.25 cup for each 600 gallons of pond or fountain water. Thoroughly mix into pond water by adding near the pump outflow, waterfall, or aeration device. It can be mixed in a bucket and dispersed evenly around the pond. Repeat dose every 3 days until algae is controlled. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce pond maintenance. CAUTION: DO NOT use with freshwater crustaceans including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters.   Should API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control and ECOFIX™ bacterial cleaner be used at the same time, or should the sludge remover be added after all the API ALGAEFIX algae control are completed? It is best to use API ALGAEFIX algae solution on its own until algae is under control.   How much API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control is needed per gallon? To ensure accurate dosing of API POND ALGAEFIX algae control, determine pond volume before use. Add 1 teaspoon for each 50 gallons of pond/fountain water, or ¼ cup for each 600 gallons of pond or fountain water. Thoroughly mix into pond water by adding near the pump outflow, waterfall, or aeration device. API POND ALGAEFIX algae control may be mixed in a bucket of the pond/fountain water and dispersed evenly around the pond. Repeat dose every 3 days until algae is controlled. Be prepared to siphon out dead algae. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce pond maintenance.   Can API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control be used in concrete fountains? API ALGAEFIX algae control is designed for use in synthetic-lined ponds and fountains only.

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API POND ALGAEFIX algae control effectively controls green water algae blooms, string or hair algae (Cladophora), and blanketweed (Oedogonium) in ponds containing live plants and fish. API POND ALGAEFIX algae control is fast-acting, controls algae growth, controls the formation of new algae, and helps resolve algae problems. Registered with the EPA, API POND ALGAEFIX algae control controls many types of algae in water gardens, ponds, and ornamental fountains containing live plants and fish.   Instructions: To ensure accurate dosing, determine pond volume before use. Do not overdose. Add 1 teaspoon (5 ml) for each 50 gallons or 0.25 cup for each 600 gallons of pond or fountain water. Thoroughly mix into pond water by adding near the pump outflow, waterfall, or aeration device. It can be mixed in a bucket and dispersed evenly around the pond. Repeat dose every 3 days until algae is controlled. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce pond maintenance. CAUTION: DO NOT use with freshwater crustaceans including shrimp, crabs, and lobsters. FAQs: Should API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control and ECOFIX™ bacterial cleaner be used at the same time, or should the sludge remover be added after all the API ALGAEFIX algae control are completed? It is best to use API ALGAEFIX algae solution on its own until algae is under control.   How much API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control is needed per gallon? To ensure accurate dosing of API POND ALGAEFIX algae control, determine pond volume before use. Add 1 teaspoon for each 50 gallons of pond/fountain water, or ¼ cup for each 600 gallons of pond or fountain water. Thoroughly mix into pond water by adding near the pump outflow, waterfall, or aeration device. API POND ALGAEFIX algae control may be mixed in a bucket of the pond/fountain water and dispersed evenly around the pond. Repeat dose every 3 days until algae is controlled. Be prepared to siphon out dead algae. Once algae growth is under control, add one dose per week. Weekly doses will control algae growth and reduce pond maintenance.   Can API POND ALGAEFIX™ algae control be used in concrete fountains? API ALGAEFIX algae control is designed for use in synthetic-lined ponds and fountains only.

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