Water levels (PH NH3 etc.)

[senorkevin]

These are the levels from my tap water;
PH 7.5
NH3 0
NO3 between 10-20
NO2 Less than 0.1

is my water ok to add directly to the tank when doing a water change or do I need to add something to treat the water?. Thanks

 

[tnfinfan]

Chlorine & chloramine don't show on these tests but they are fish killers and normally present in public water supplies. That's the big benefit of a water conditioner and I wouldn't suggest anyone go without unless you had a lab analysis done on a well or spring and knew it was fine as-is.

 

[senorkevin]

So I should use de chlorine always? I will see when I can test for chlorine. Thanks

 

[tnfinfan]

I dose the tank with Prime when I start to refill. I bought a 2L bottle for $35 and it treats 20,000 gallons. Cheap insurance if you have any doubts at all.

 

[senorkevin]

What is prime?

 

[tnfinfan]

Amazon.com: Prime, 2 L / 67.6 fl. oz.: Pet Supplies

"Most bang for the buck" water conditioner.