Filter Start

Use BactoPlus Filter Start at pond start-up, after maintenance and in case of water quality problems.

BactoPlus Filter Start contains a very high concentration of living nitrifying bacteria, with over 800 million bacteria per millilitre of product. The bacteria in BactoPlus products have been specially selected using innovative DNA technology for their beneficial function within a pond. Nitrifying bacteria are responsible for optimum filter performance in a ponds biological filtration, their activity creates a healthy environment for both fish and plants. The use of BactoPlus Filter Start allows you to quickly establish a colony of bacteria in new pond filters or maintain a colony in existing filtration.

Best results are achieved when combining BactoPlus Filter Start and BactoPlus Activator Gel. This product activates bacteria in the pond environment and will help to create a healthy pond without unwanted algae. For filter maintenance and removal of sludge and residue you can use BactoPlus BSO Sludge Buster.

Dosage:
In case of filter start-up or raised ammonia and/or nitrite values: Add 15ml per 1,000 litre of water each day for 3 consecutive days.

After cleaning the filter or after water changes: Add 10ml per 1,000 litres of water each day for 5 consecutive days.

Maintenance: Add 10ml per 1,000 litres of water each week.

Temperature of the water should be at least 10°C, if temperature is below 10°C dosage should be doubled. Shake well before use. Switch off UV and ozone equipment for at least 24 hours after administering the product. The cap contains 15ml. Store frost free and out of reach of children.