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i found a filter

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okay so i found an OLD AquaClear 200 (now called an AquaClear 50) in my basement and i'd like to use it. only problem is it's pretty dirty. how should i go about cleaning it?? i'm going to buy new inserts for it and everything but how should i clean the filter itself?
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hot water and oxiclean
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Re: i found a filter

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the oxiclean residue in the filter won't mess with the water once i start using it?
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oxiclean or vinegar will do.
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just wash it well, there really isnt anything left over from oxiclean
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how would i wash with vinegar? just run it through the filter? and does it have to be a specific type of vinegar?

also, powder oxyclean or liquid oxyclean?
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I wouldn't mix chemicals like that. There is absolutely no residue with Oxiclean, that's what's so wonderful about that product. When it hits water, it breaks down to oxygen & water.
You are getting sleepy... you only hear the sound of my voice... you must do water changes... water changes... water changes... water changes...

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so i'm guessing powder oxyclean right??
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Yep, a tablespoon will do. Try running the filter with that & some water, to clean the impeller. if it's still encrusted with junk, then rinse & try the vinegar.
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thanks for that info! ill have to get some oxyclean to use in the future!
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Re: i found a filter

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Thank RTR for the info on that! :D
You are getting sleepy... you only hear the sound of my voice... you must do water changes... water changes... water changes... water changes...

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