Stan & Debbie's Step-By-Step 92 Gallon Reef Tank Set Up Process

Step 1: Put the Aquarium Stand Into Place

Step 1: Put the Stand Into Place

Photo © Stan & Debbie Hauter

The first step in setting up our 92 gallon corner bowfront reef tank was to put the aquarium stand into place.

Aquarium Stand Positioning Tips:

• It's important not to place the stand flush against the wall(s). You need to allow room for the equipment you will be using, especially hang-on-tank items, as well as for placement of cords, power strips and such.

• Evaluate placement of accessible electrical outlets, and if at all possible, place the stand in a position that will allow for the most convenient use of them.

• Once the stand is in position, check to see that it is level.

• Introduction & System's Equipment List
• Step 1: Put the Aquarium Stand Into Place
• Step 2: Place the Sump in the Aquarium Cabinet
• Step 3: Put the Tank on the Stand, and Apply a Background
• Step 4: Connect the Sump
• Step 5: Add Water and Test the System
• Step 6: Add the Salt and Substrate
• Step 7: Add the Starter Rocks and Fishes
• Step 8: Install the Lights, and Start a Tank Log
• Step 9: Let the Aquarium Cycle, and Turn It Into a Dream Reef