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quotes.push("Always <b>stand your tank on polystyrene</b> before setting it up as it helps to cushion the base and reduce stress on the seals.");

quotes.push("When it comes to <b>stocking a new tank</b> with fish you should only put in a few fish to start off with and then build the stocks up gradually over the next month or two. This is to let the tank mature slowly and to stop the nitrites going very high too soon.");

quotes.push("You should always <b>ask for advice when choosing fish</b> to put in your tank to see if they are compatible with what you have in your tank already.");

quotes.push("<b>When cleaning internal or external filters always use water from the tank to wash out the media</b> as using hot water or even cold tap water (full of chlorine) can kill the good beneficial bacteria which is responsible for keeping your tank biologically clean. ");

quotes.push("<b>Always unplug a heater and let it cool before taking it out of the water.</b> They can actually explode from a sudden temperature change. ");
 
quotes.push("<b>Make sure nothing obstructs your skimmer air hose</b> and it has no chance of falling into the water, or you will soon have an indoor swimming pool ");

quotes.push("<b>Do weekly water changes on small tanks</b> as they get stale quicker. Even large tanks benefit from weekly water changes.  Think of the ocean the water is refreshed every minute! ");

quotes.push("<b>Collect natural sea water on an incoming high tide.</b> But not after heavy rain as it washes toxins from the land into the water.  It's also a good idea to have a bag of salt to mix up in case of emergencies or in the rainy season.");

quotes.push("<b>Water test:</b> Do a full water test at least once a month and always before adding new fish. Keeping records of PH, Ammonia, Nitrites, Nitrates and Phosphates can be helpful. Calcium should be tested in reef systems.");

quotes.push("<b>Stability of your water quality tests</b> is the biggest indicator of whether your maintenance practices are sound and if your equipment is able to handle your aquarium with your current fish load.");

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