How to Test the System
1 ) Fill the aquarium with a prepared saltwater solution, or make it up inside the tank itself.
- Tip: If you choose to make-up the saltwater in the aquarium, once it is mixed and ready for use,
be sure to allow the solution settle out, and then siphon out any white residue that might be present on the
bottom of the tank.
2 ) Start all the equipment, and let the system run for a day. During this wet test run time you can:
- Check for leaks.
- Set and adjust the heater(s) to the desired temperature.
- Balance out the salinity of the water if needed.
- Test all the equipment to insure it is operating correctly. If you are going to be using a protein skimmer, there will be no waste produced, but you can check for bubble production and test out the pump that will be used to run it.
