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RE: [GSAS-Member] Using a Python
For draining, I use Paul's hose method to drain from tanks to the closest
toilet.
For refilling, I've stuck an old 30 gallon hexagon tank into my hot-water
closet (keeps the water warm without having to heat it) and in it placed a
sump pump with a 100ft garden hose attached to it. I turn on the sump pump
and kink the end of the hose and walk around refilling. Because it's a sump
pump and not an aquarium pump - the water pressure is similar to my tap's
pressure.
Once the 30 gallon tank is empty, I turn it off and screw the end (female
end) onto the kitchen sink's faucet (with a $2 adaptor on it) and refill the
30 gallon tank. The pump allows the water to flow back through it when it
is off.
Since I have no chloramines in my water, within 24hours I have more aged,
warm water that doesn't need to be treated with dechlorinator. I've thrown
a little power head into the 30 gallon to agitate the water and speed the
process along.
For those interested in trying it, the sump pump was purchased from a local
home improvement store for about $45. There should be a chart which shows
how high the pump will push the water. Since I fill my second story tanks
with the first floor sump tank, I bought a mid-range sump pump so I have
decent pressure on the second floor. If you are only refilling on a single
floor, a cheaper sump pump would probably work just fine. You may need to
buy an adaptor (brass because it will be sitting in water - the stainless
stuff is often too cheap to withstand being submerged) if you do not have a
female port on the sump pump (you need the hose's female end to screw onto
your faucet).
Dave
-----Original Message-----
From: Paul Winchester [mailto:bravo454@hotmail.com]
Sent: Tuesday, December 07, 2004 12:32 PM
To: gsas-member@thekrib.com
Subject: RE: [GSAS-Member] Using a Python
I use a hose to drain the tanks into a sink and then bought a $2 fitting for
the bathroom faucet at the hardware store that allows a hose to be screwed
on.
Paul
>From: "Stewart, Jeffrey" <jeffs@amazon.com>
>Reply-To: Greater Seattle Aquarium Society member
>chat<gsas-member@thekrib.com>
>To: "Greater Seattle Aquarium Society member chat"
><gsas-member@thekrib.com>
>Subject: RE: [GSAS-Member] Using a Python
>Date: Mon, 6 Dec 2004 14:28:37 -0800
>
>I'm using a bathroom faucet. I unscrew the normal attachment, screw in the
>one that fits the python, and then replace the original one once I'm done.
>
>If you can't use your faucet, you could always use the python to drain
>(directly to the garden or toilet) and use buckets for refilling... It's
>not the best solution, but would still cut your bucket load in half.
>
>Jeff Stewart
>
>
>-----Original Message-----
>From: gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com
>[mailto:gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com] On Behalf Of DonaldR
>Sent: Monday, December 06, 2004 2:05 PM
>To: Greater Seattle Aquarium Society member chat
>Subject: RE: [GSAS-Member] Using a Python
>
>What kind of faucet connection do you need? I have one of those kitchen
>spray/aerator combination units with the built in hose. Bathroom has no
>threaded faucet either.
>
>Any suggestions?
>
>-Don Rudee
>
>--- "Stewart, Jeffrey" <jeffs@amazon.com> wrote:
>
> > I think I'm using Amquel currently, and I add it in as I'm refilling.
> > I figure out approximately how much I need to add and then add it in
> > thirds as the tank slowly tops off.
> >
> > Your back will thank you for getting the python...
> >
> > Jeff Stewart
> >
> > -----Original Message-----
> > From: gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com
> > [mailto:gsas-member-bounces@thekrib.com] On Behalf Of A JACOBSON
> > Sent: Monday, December 06, 2004 12:55 PM
> > To: gsas-member@thekrib.com
> > Subject: [GSAS-Member] Using a Python
> >
> > So, I'm about to break down and buy a python -- or rather, my back is
> > about
> > to break down, so I'm going to buy a python to save it.
> >
> > I have Seattle tap water, and need to know what to do about
> > dechlorination.
> > Do I add the agent to the tank after I've siphoned off what I'm not
> > going to
> > use, but before I add the new water? Or do I wait until I've added
> > all the
> > water, and then add the agent?
> >
> > Also, want to know what people are personally using for their water
> > change
> > dechlorinator. I have P.A.T. and Stress Coat, but am unsure if one
> > is
> > superior to the other.
> >
> > Thanks,
> >
> > Anita
> >
> >
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