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Keep Your biOrb Aquarium Beautiful
Maintaining a clean and healthy aquarium is straightforward with the right tools and knowledge. Regular care not only enhances the beauty of your biOrb but also ensures a thriving environment for your fish. Our selection of cleaning essentials simplifies routine maintenance, allowing you to enjoy the tranquility of your underwater world without hassle.
Top Tools for Effortless Aquarium Care
Water Treatments
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Service Kits
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Air Stone
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Aquarium Cleaning & Care Comparison
| Product | Best For | Use Frequency | Key Benefit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Water Treatments | Preparing tap water for safe aquarium use | With every water change | Removes chlorine and conditions water to support fish health |
| Service Kits (Filter Cartridges) | Maintaining water clarity and removing waste | Every 4–6 weeks | Ensures clean, balanced water with easy-to-replace filtration |
| Air Stone | Improving oxygen circulation in the aquarium | Replace every 6 months | Keeps bubbles smooth and consistent for healthy water flow |
Routine Maintenance Made Simple
Regular maintenance is key to a healthy aquarium. Simple tasks like observing fish behavior, checking for algae, and ensuring equipment functionality can make a significant difference. Learn how our tools can assist in these tasks, making maintenance quick and easy.
Daily
Observe fish health and behavior. Are they behaving normally and swimming freely? Feed them if necessary.
Check biOrb for algae and debris. Use the Multi-Cleaning Tool to remove any algae and debris immediately.
Check your equipment. Is the pump running and making bubbles to oxygenate the water?
4-6 Weeks
Change the filter cartridge. Our filter cartridges are available in a variety of service kits.
Remove debris and 1/3 of the aquarium water. Use a cleaner pump to do this in minutes.
Replace with new water. Water should be dechlorinated before being added because chlorine is harmful to fish, try biOrb Water Treatments.
6-8 Weeks
Replace the air stone. Over time, it will become blocked by bacteria and calcification. If you notice the flow of bubbles into your biOrb reducing, then the air stone should be replaced. It only takes a minute and is best done when changing your filter.
3-6 Months
Check the one-way valves. Disconnect the airline tube from the Air Pump and lower the airline to a level below the biOrb water line. If water leaks into the airline, either replace the one-way valve in the biOrb base or fit an additional One-way Valve in the airline 6-inches from the air pump.
Daily
Observe fish health and behavior. Are they behaving normally and swimming freely? Feed them if necessary.
Check biOrb for algae and debris. Use the Multi-Cleaning Tool to remove any algae and debris immediately.
Check your equipment. Is the pump running and making bubbles to oxygenate the water?
4-6 Weeks
Change the filter cartridge. Our filter cartridges are available in a variety of service kits.
Remove debris and 1/3 of the aquarium water. Use a cleaner pump to do this in minutes.
Replace with new water. Water should be dechlorinated before being added because chlorine is harmful to fish, try biOrb Water Treatments.
6-8 Weeks
Replace the air stone. Over time, it will become blocked by bacteria and calcification. If you notice the flow of bubbles into your biOrb reducing, then the air stone should be replaced. It only takes a minute and is best done when changing your filter.
3-6 Months
Check the one-way valves. Disconnect the airline tube from the Air Pump and lower the airline to a level below the biOrb water line. If water leaks into the airline, either replace the one-way valve in the biOrb base or fit an additional One-way Valve in the airline 6-inches from the air pump.
FAQ
How often should I change my biOrb filter cartridge?
To keep your water clear and your aquarium healthy, we recommend changing your biOrb filter cartridge every 4–6 weeks. This ensures optimal performance of the filtration system, removes waste buildup, and maintains balanced water conditions for your fish.
Pro tip: Mark your calendar or set a reminder—it’s one of the simplest ways to stay on top of aquarium care!
How often should I perform partial water changes?
Regularly changing some of the water in your biOrb will make your aquarium easier to look after. Water changes dilute harmful nitrates.
What’s the best way to prevent algae growth?
Keep any aquarium away from direct sunlight. Sunlight will give you algae problems and will cause fluctuations in the aquarium's temperature, which is unhealthy for your fish.
How can I ensure I’m not overfeeding my fish?
Overfeeding is the most common mistake new fish keepers make. Fish eat very little, and what they don’t eat floats around in the water until it rots.
Aquarium Cleaning & Care Essentials
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