jmeunier
Aquarium Advice Apprentice
Ok, this probably seems like a really basic question, but, how do I use my Instant Ocean hydrometer?
I'm brand new to keeping a SW aquarium, and I'm measuring the salinity for the first time. I'm finding the usage instructions that came with the device not very clear, so I'm unsure if I'm using it correctly.
I'm assuming that I need to fill it to the top, but does the little channel that's on the side of the unit need to be completely filled? Not sure if that's even possibly, since there's a cutout on the side that would appear to let the water drain out of the channel so that it's approximately 1/2 full (channel only).
Any advice? Really basic, I know, but I want to be sure that I get things right from a salinity and cycling standpoint before I add any livestock to the tank.
Thanks
Jay
I'm brand new to keeping a SW aquarium, and I'm measuring the salinity for the first time. I'm finding the usage instructions that came with the device not very clear, so I'm unsure if I'm using it correctly.
I'm assuming that I need to fill it to the top, but does the little channel that's on the side of the unit need to be completely filled? Not sure if that's even possibly, since there's a cutout on the side that would appear to let the water drain out of the channel so that it's approximately 1/2 full (channel only).
Any advice? Really basic, I know, but I want to be sure that I get things right from a salinity and cycling standpoint before I add any livestock to the tank.
Thanks
Jay