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Old 04-12-2012, 11:14 PM
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Do I need to soak pellets overnight in RO water before use?
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yes 24 hrs is recommended
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yes 24 hrs is recommended
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First time I tried pellets I didn't soak them and the clumped up with in a week & a good portion of them would float instead of sink. When you first put the in RO water you will notice some float after the soaking they will all sink.
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First time I tried pellets I didn't soak them and the clumped up with in a week & a good portion of them would float instead of sink. When you first put the in RO water you will notice some float after the soaking they will all sink.
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I give my pellets a quick rinse to clean any dust or impurities.

I have never had a problem. If you are concern just give them a faster tumble for a couple days.

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Old 04-13-2012, 02:23 AM
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I give my pellets a quick rinse to clean any dust or impurities.

I have never had a problem. If you are concern just give them a faster tumble for a couple days.

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There are so many people having issues with pellets by improperly following the manufactures guide on proper use. If you google search for a guide for use it states to soak overnight.

Reefme, follow manufacture's guide to use to the letter for optimum results.
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soaked it yesterday. today put it in a reactor and its not tumble. either all float to the top or sit on the bottom. Help please.
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What size pump are you using?
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What size pump are you using?
TLF reactor with mj1200.
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