How do I clean my Arctica chiller?
Fill the bucket with 50% warm RO water and 50% white vinegar or a solution of Ezeclean, set the pipes up in reverse and reverse flush the chiller for a day. Once finished flush the chiller through with fresh water as above.
How do you size an aquarium chiller?
Aquarium Chiller Size Examples:
| Aquarium Size | Chiller Size |
|---|---|
| Up to 260 Gallons | 1/4 HP |
| Up to 340 Gallons | 1/3 HP |
| Up to 500 Gallons | 1/2 HP |
| Up to 800 Gallons | 3/4 HP |
How long do Aquarium chillers last?
Got nominally 7-8 years out of each.
What temp is too cold for an axolotl?
In winter weather temperatures, axolotls slow down their blood flow and take in more oxygen through their skin. More than 20 days at temperatures below 40F can be fatal. If the temperature hits freezing, that is also fatal to the Mexican water dragon.
Can I put my axolotl in the fridge?
Because of their slow metabolism, they in addition to a lack of appetite they also experience weight loss much more slowly. The axolotl can stay in the fridge for however long it takes their health to improve.
How does aquarium chiller work?
An aquarium chiller works in a similar way to a refrigerator. Water is pumped through it and heat is removed via a heat exchanger. The maximum temperature is set by you on the control panel – say 26C for example – and a thermostat then kicks in when the water temperature goes above that reading.
How big of a chiller do I need?
Calculate tons of cooling capacity Tons = BTU/hr. ÷ 12,000. Oversize the chiller by 20% Ideal Size in Tons = Tons x 1.2. You have the ideal size for your needs.
How cold can an aquarium chillers get?
The chiller is relatively quiet with a 50-dB sound level. The range for user-set temperature is 39°F to 90°F (3°C to 32°C).