Product Description:
Qty: 1 box
Flatworm eXit itself is safe for fish and invertebrates. The body fluids of flatworms can be toxic to some reef inhabitants when present in a too high of a concentration. This body fluid is sometimes excreted when flatworms die. When you use this product it is important to do the following first:
1. Siphon out as many flatworms as possible.
2. Keep sufficient fresh activated carbon in a canister ready.
3. Turn off UV, ozone and remove activated carbon. Keep the skimmer turned on.
Important Information:
Many people have treated their reef tank(s) successfully using Flatworm eXit without any problems. The most important factors are reducing the number of flatworms before commencing with the treatment and reducing the amount of the flatworm’s body fluids, released when they die, as fast as possible.
Do not underestimate the number of flatworms in your system. In a few cases, hobbiyist have mentioned a significant number of flatworms were in crevices. For that purpose you can use a powerhead or a turkey baster to siphon out flatworms.
Furthermore do not underestimate the amount of toxic body fluids these flatworms can excrete. This can be reduced significantly by really siphoning out the flatworms before commencing with the treatment. In addition, a reduction can be accomplished by siphoning out as many dead flatworms as you can.
Any body fluids released by the dead flatworms in the water has to be reduced further by using about 1 pound of fresh high quality carbon for every 50 gallons. The carbon has to be used in a canister with a sufficient forced water flow.
Take sufficient time in treating the tank. That is, do not treat your tank in a hurry. Also take time to monitor your tank for at least 6 hours after the treatment. It is also wise to have at least 25% water ready for a water change if required.
Dosage:
Read all the above text before commencing with the treatment!
- 1 drop for every 4 liters or 1 gallon.
The dropper contains approx. 300 drops (10 ml). The dropper cap holds approx. 90 drops. 1 cap full is good for 360 liters or 90 gallons. Add it in a high flow area of the tank. If you want to treat a refugium only and if it’s volume is too small for using a powerhead then mixing should be done manually.
Results:
- The treatment should begin to work within 30 minutes.
- If within 45 minutes no visible death of flatworms occurs add 50% more.
- As soon as the flatworms start to die commence with the activated carbon to take out any toxic body fluids.
- After an hour or so you can turn any UV or ozone on again.
Keep out of the reach of children! Only for aquarium hobby use.
The shipment must be received on the first delivery attempt. If you miss the delivery and the package is delayed a day or more because of it, we cannot accept responsibility for any losses. It is your responsibility to check the tracking number for delivery.
NOTE: We are not responsible for errors, postal delays, wrong addresses mail holds, or P.O. Box deliveries by the postal carrier. If USPS forwards your shipment in error, we do cover that type of mistake.
All claims must be made and or brought to our attention via email or website messenger within 24 hours of the package being delivered.
We ship USPS FIRST CLASS the majority of the time. If you would like to receive the plant sooner, you can opt for the 2-day Shipping for just $10.99 which would take a delivery time of 2-3 days. THIS WILL BE AT AN ADDITIONAL CHARGE TO YOU. You will get a tracking number, photo of delivery, and updates. It is important you check this tracking number 2-3 times each day to see when the box will arrive at your home. Please make sure you are at home the day of the arrival or arrange for someone to be there to receive the plants/livestock and that they know how to properly care for the plants/livestock. The less time they spend in the box the better.
Shore Aquatic ships Monday -Thursday depending on location in order to avoid the weekend. All orders placed after Thursday 12 PM will be shipped the following Monday.
We reserve the right to hold delivery due to inclement weather.
If you would like to receive your item faster, we recommend purchasing 2 day shipping.
Temperature is very important for live delivery of plants. Please check the 7-day weather forecast in your location before placing your order. If the temperature in the coming days is too low (below 35F) or too high (above 90F), please do not order.
We guarantee live arrival on all our livestock. In the rare event livestock shows up dead, we must be notified within 2 hours of delivery. Keep in mind these plants/livestock just took the journey of their lifetime in a dark box for 2-4 days so they will take time to recover and to be at their best again. Please take clear photos of the dead plant/livestock and send it to us within 2 hours of receiving the item and send the clear photos, once the item is validated by us, we will send a replacement or refund.
We try not to have snails/pests, but it happens, we remove any visible imperfections before shipment however to be 100% certain we suggest that you either do a 1:20 ratio bleach to water dip and/or wash the plants. Anytime you add something new to an aquarium it is important to rinse it off before adding just to be safe.
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- We do not accept returns on livestock as returning a perishable item is not feasible, we will however work with you to reach a solution.
- Please contact us before attempting to return an item
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Product Description:
Qty: 1 box
Flatworm eXit itself is safe for fish and invertebrates. The body fluids of flatworms can be toxic to some reef inhabitants when present in a too high of a concentration. This body fluid is sometimes excreted when flatworms die. When you use this product it is important to do the following first:
1. Siphon out as many flatworms as possible.
2. Keep sufficient fresh activated carbon in a canister ready.
3. Turn off UV, ozone and remove activated carbon. Keep the skimmer turned on.
Important Information:
Many people have treated their reef tank(s) successfully using Flatworm eXit without any problems. The most important factors are reducing the number of flatworms before commencing with the treatment and reducing the amount of the flatworm’s body fluids, released when they die, as fast as possible.
Do not underestimate the number of flatworms in your system. In a few cases, hobbiyist have mentioned a significant number of flatworms were in crevices. For that purpose you can use a powerhead or a turkey baster to siphon out flatworms.
Furthermore do not underestimate the amount of toxic body fluids these flatworms can excrete. This can be reduced significantly by really siphoning out the flatworms before commencing with the treatment. In addition, a reduction can be accomplished by siphoning out as many dead flatworms as you can.
Any body fluids released by the dead flatworms in the water has to be reduced further by using about 1 pound of fresh high quality carbon for every 50 gallons. The carbon has to be used in a canister with a sufficient forced water flow.
Take sufficient time in treating the tank. That is, do not treat your tank in a hurry. Also take time to monitor your tank for at least 6 hours after the treatment. It is also wise to have at least 25% water ready for a water change if required.
Dosage:
Read all the above text before commencing with the treatment!
- 1 drop for every 4 liters or 1 gallon.
The dropper contains approx. 300 drops (10 ml). The dropper cap holds approx. 90 drops. 1 cap full is good for 360 liters or 90 gallons. Add it in a high flow area of the tank. If you want to treat a refugium only and if it’s volume is too small for using a powerhead then mixing should be done manually.
Results:
- The treatment should begin to work within 30 minutes.
- If within 45 minutes no visible death of flatworms occurs add 50% more.
- As soon as the flatworms start to die commence with the activated carbon to take out any toxic body fluids.
- After an hour or so you can turn any UV or ozone on again.
Keep out of the reach of children! Only for aquarium hobby use.
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