BiOrb Fish Tank

         Setting up an aquarium is very easy with a BiOrb Fish Tank.  All parts necessary for smooth operation are included in one package, so there is no need to shop for additional accessories.  For those who have set up a fish tank before, many of these steps will be familiar, with some slight variations.  Beginners will find that set up is much easier than they had anticipated.  One of the most important factors in priming a fish tank for healthy, successful operation is time.  Do not rush to add fish to your tank, or add fish in too quick succession.  Allowing the proper amount of time to achieve water stability and fish acclimation will ensure the long life of your fish and plants. 

         After purchasing your BiOrb fish tank, rinse each part of the kit well.  Runoff water should be clear to ensure that dust, dirt and any dyes are removed and will not affect the fish’s water.  When cleaning the parts, do not use any detergents or soaps, as any residue could harm fish.  A solution that contains at most 1 part bleach for every 10 parts water can safely be used.  Any ammonia clinging to the parts will be removed by the tank’s filter.

The filter and mechanism that creates air bubbles should be added to the tank first. Installation will not require any tools, and parts may simply be screwed in to the correct place. Fill the bottom of the tank with the included ceramic media, which are made to replicate the look of gravel. Only the included ceramic media should be used; do not add additional gravel or sand to BiOrb fish tanks. This can impede the functioning of the filter and the air bubbler, which can lead to cloudy water and can kill the colonies of helpful bacteria that remove fish byproducts.

Any real or artificial plants that will be included in your tank may now be added. Silk or plastic plants should be anchored into the ceramic media, and this can be done before any water is added. It may be advisable to fill the tank to 1/3 of its capacity before adding real plants. With real plants, one must ensure that their roots are secure, but not crushed. Make a small hole into which they will be inserted and then cover over the root system. Fill in the hold, but do not tamp down the ceramic media, as this may crush roots and kill the plant.

Room temperature tap water may be used to fill the tank. Tanks come with an included water-purifying additive, but be sure to use a water quality testing kit to check that chlorine levels are within acceptable ranges. Turn on the filter, and allow it to run for at least a few days before adding any fish to the tank. After a few days, the number of bacteria that has grown in the tank should be enough to adequately handle the removal of any waste that is present in the water.

A BiOrb tropical fish tank set will also include a water heater and temperature gauge to ensure that water remains within ranges that promote the health of tropical fish. Again, these parts will require no additional tools to install, and will add just a few short minutes to the installation time.

Depending on the number of fish you plan to keep, there is a BiOrb fish tank in the perfect size. The Baby BiOrb fish tank is great for small spaces, and can easily fit on almost any table. The bigger BiOrb fish tanks can hold up to 16 gallons.