Cycling? ...

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  1. Lorenzo117

    Lorenzo117 Plankton

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    In the first few stages of the cycle how often should I can my water ... ?
     
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  2. DevinH

    DevinH Montipora Capricornis

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    You don't perform water changes at all while cycling.
     
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  3. Lorenzo117

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    ok thanks ... Hope will get the result I want ... In a week or 4 ...
     
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  4. Marty

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    Good luck, Lorenzo.
     
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  5. 2in10

    2in10 Super Moderator

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    Nothing wrong with changing your water if it gets too much ammonia and nitrite in the water. If these values get too high your cycle can stall and any animal in the tank could die.
     
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  6. Lorenzo117

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    Thanks
     
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