Marine Canister Filter

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  1. Asgar

    Asgar

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    Can I use a 2nd hand canister filter that was previously used in a marine setup, in my freshwater setup. Do I have to rinse it several times before connecting it to my freshwater tank?
     
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  3. Henk Hugo

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    just wash it and put in NEW filter media
     
  4. solex69

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    Agreed, just give it a nice decent rinse several times & chuck in new media. Maybe let it stand for a day or two after the rinse and repeat the process again before you use it

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