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Aquascape's Pond Owners Manual For Water Garden & Pond Lovers

Sat, 23 Mar 2013 10:08:00 GMT

Aquascape's Pond Owners Manual For Water Garden & Pond Lovers
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Aquascape's

Pond Owners Manual

We offer a copy of the full color, 24 pg "Pond Owner's Handbook" in both as a printed booklet and as a download in a .pdf. This handbook covers all of the topics that a pond owner will need to know about.

Pond Ecology & the Aquascape System
Pond Fish - Health & Care
Aquatic Plants
Pond Myths
Maintenance
Pump Trouble Shooting

To download the .pdf file, CLICK HERE.

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Aquascape Pond Maintenance Kit for Water Gardens & Ponds

Sun, 7 Feb 2010 12:09:00 GMT

Aquascape Pond Maintenance Kit for Water Gardens & Ponds
Buy Now: ~~$109.98~~ $87.98

Pond Maintenance Kit

Pre-Selected Products to Help Maintain Your Pond

The Aquascape Pond Maintenance Kit comes complete with everything needed for a clean, clear and healthy pond during the year.

Take the guess work out of selecting the right products for your pond.

Comes complete with the following components:

Beneficial Bacteria for Ponds - 125 grams
Beneficial Bacteria Bubble Tabs - 36 count
EcoBarley™ Liquid Extract - 250 ml.
Sludge and Filter Cleaner - 250 ml.
Rapid Clear - 250 ml.
EcoBlast™ Granular - 8.8 oz. USA/250 grams Canada
Premium Color Enhancing Fish Food, Small Pellets - 500 grams
Premium Fish Food Flakes - 4.2 oz.
Current Aquascape™ Catalog

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Aquascape Pond Detoxifier Liquid for Water Garden & Pond Start-up Treatment

Sat, 6 Feb 2010 12:02:00 GMT

Aquascape Pond Detoxifier Liquid for Water Garden & Pond Start-up Treatment
Buy Now: ~~$15.98~~ $12.78

Pond Detoxifier (Reformulated EcoStarter Liquid)

Makes Tap Water Safe for Fish and Plants

Aquascape Pond Detoxifier makes tap water into safe pond water. Because tap water, including well water, often contains chlorine, chloramines and heavy metals, that if left untreated, can cause damage to the pond ecosystem

New Formulation is 20% more concentrated
Liquid Fast acting Dechlorinator.
Chlorine Neutralizer that instantly neutralizes & detoxifies chlorine to prepare tap water.
Destroys Chloramines
Detoxifies Copper and heavy metals
Phoshate and Nitrite free
Professional quality, returns water to a natural state. Ecologically responsible.
Protects and repairs fish mucus membrane (slime coat)
Contains Valerian to relax pond fish during clean outs and transport
Safe for fish, plants or animals that may drink pond water
Nice light blue color (see picture below)
1 Pump treats 100 US gallons of pond water
8.5 oz. Pond Detoxifier (treats up to 5,000 gal / 18,921 liters)
16.9 oz. Pond Detoxifier (treats up to 10,000 gal / 37,842 liters)
33.8 oz ReFill Pouch ( treats up to 20,000 gal / 75,684 liters)

How To: Add to the area in the pond with the most circulation. Use a full dose after performing a clean out or large water change of more than 50%. Use a half dose when adding water to the pond or if adding, transporting or netting fish.

To view a printable .pdf copy of the MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) that has been filed with the EPA, "DOWNLOAD MSDS"
Combining science with simplicity, Aquascape's complete new and improved line of water treatments now make it simpler to maintain a healthly, well balanced water garden. Gone are the products with long names & confusing application instructions. Aquascape's new pump-top liquid bottles and bubble tabs make dosing simple and affordable. Each product now has a gentle scent and color to help consumers remember each product. So enjoy a clean, clear, healthly pond with the complete new line of Aquascape Water Treatment Products

Understand the Dangers of Chlorine in Fish Ponds

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By Rick Bartel

Pond owners and service providers have argued the validity of watching the level of chlorine in ponds and whether those chlorine levels are harmful to the aquatic life in a pond. Some report performing partial water changes without treating the tap water to remove chlorine. This devastating error can create untold issues.

Even when koi and other pond fish show no apparent ill effects from untreated water, it doesn't mean the chlorine isn't stressing or harming them. The amount of harmful damage depends on many factors.

To clear the air a bit, here are some fundamental scientific facts about chlorine and pond fish, dragonfly larvae, frogs, tadpoles and other aquatic life often present in pond systems:

Concentrated levels of chlorine kill fish and other aquatic life-forms.
Chlorine is an oxidizer, which removes the necessary slime coat from koi and other pond fish, causing stress and stress-related illnesses.
Chlorine damages the gill structure in koi and other pond fish, causing serious long-term issues and making it difficult for the fish to breath.
As the pond's pH levels go down, chlorine becomes more toxic.
The presence of phenols, a toxic organic chemical found in some types of organic wastes, can combine with chlorine to become extremely toxic.
Chlorine is relatively unstable in water, escaping to the atmosphere on its own. Water left sitting with adequate water circulation will be chlorine-free 24 hours or less.
Sodium thiosulfate easily neutralizes chlorine.
When exposed to high levels of chlorine, koi and other pond fish show signs of irritation, such as swimming erratically or attempting to leave the water.

At lower levels, chlorine is not necessarily life-threatening to koi and other pond fish, but it still can harm them. Affected fish might exhibit fast gill beats and gasp at the water surface to get enough oxygen into their tissues. These symptoms easily can be mistaken for low-oxygen problems, gill parasites or another gill disease, when raw tap water might be to blame.

Here are example chlorine levels and what they can do to pond fish:

.006 mg/L will kill fish fry in about two days.
.003 mg/L will kill insect larvae, such as dragonflies.
.002 mg/L will fatally damage the sensitive skin on tadpoles, frogs, salamanders and other amphibians.
.01 mg/L is the maximum level that experts say adult fish can tolerate.
.25 mg/L is the level at which only the hardiest koi or other pond fish can survive.
.37 mg/L is the level at which all pond fish will die.

If you suspect chlorine damage to pond fish, increase aeration in the pond for a few days. This improves their chances of recovery.

The answer and proper solution to this issue is to use a water treatment chemical. They typically cost pennies per use and safely remove chlorine and chloramines. Read the label to ensure you purchase and use the right product for your needs.

Note:
One problem with water treatment facilities using chlorine to treat water is that it breaks down relatively quickly. Another concern with the use of chlorine is that it can combine with certain organics (that might be present in your water) forming trihalomethanes, a family of carcinogens.

Consequently, many water companies have switched from using chlorine to using chloramine. Chloramine is a compound containing both chlorine and ammonia. It is much more stable than chlorine, but it poses a significant headache for pond enthusiasts. Chlorine-neutralizing chemicals, such as sodium thiosulfate, only neutralize the chlorine portion of the chloramine, neglecting an even bigger problem: deadly ammonia. The consequences can be devastating to koi and other pond fish. A pond's biological filter eventually will convert the ammonia to nitrate, but the time it takes might be longer than the fish can tolerate. Also, the initial presence of the chlorine might have irreparablly damaged to the biological filter, rendering it useless.

Calculations for Water Volume of Ponds , Streams & Waterfalls

Pond Water Volume

(Length x Width x Average Depth) x 7.48 = Water Volume of Pond in gallons

1 cubic ft. = 7.48 gallons of water

Example: Pond Measures: 11’L x16’W x 2’AD

(11'L x 16'W x 2'AD) x 7.48 = 2,634 Gallons of water

(The addition of rocks and gravel will lessen the actual water volume beacuse of displacement)

Water Volume in a Stream

(Length x Width x Depth) x 7.78 = Water Volume of Stream in Gallons

Example: Stream Measures: 15'L x 3'W x 2"D

First Calculate Depth in feet not inches: 1" = 0.12' so ... 2"D = 0.24'D

(15'L x 3"W x 0.24'D) x 7.48 = 81 Gallons of Water

Water Volume in Waterfalls = Same as Streams

Use these formulas to help calculate how much product to purchase & use. Always read and follow the individual product's label instructions)

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Professional 22" Round Fish Net with 69" Extendable Handle for Ponds & Water Gardens

Mon, 18 May 2009 14:19:00 GMT

Professional 22" Round Fish Net with 69" Extendable Handle for Ponds & Water Gardens
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Pro Fish Net w/ Extendable Handle

Pond Nets are used for catching fish and general maintenance. These multi-purpose pond nets are ideal for removing fish or debris from the pond. The super soft netting will not damage fish and is easy to keep clean. Larger nets feature extendable handles that make it easy to reach most areas of the pond

This net is specifically designed to handle and cradle larger pond fish including Koi. The super soft netting and shallow design prevents fish from being snagged in the mesh. This style of net is a must for the pond owner with larger fish.

22" Diameter Net
36" Handle extends to 69"
Coarse Black Mesh

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Pond Net 15" x 15" with Extendable Handle (Heavy Duty) for Ponds & Water Gardens

Mon, 18 May 2009 13:10:00 GMT

Pond Net 15" x 15" with Extendable Handle (Heavy Duty) for Ponds & Water Gardens
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Pond Net w/ Extendable Handle

This heavy duty pond net is great for general maintenance as well as the addition and removal of larger pond fish. The strength of this pro-quality net allows for the removal of large amounts of debris, cutting down on maintenance time.

15" x 15" Net
36" Handle extends to 69"
Coarse Black Mesh

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Pond Net 12" x 7" with 63" Extendable Handle (Small) for Ponds & Water Gardens

Mon, 18 May 2009 13:05:00 GMT

Pond Net 12" x 7" with 63" Extendable Handle (Small) for Ponds & Water Gardens
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Pond Net w/ Extendable Handle

This net is great for tight spaces or ideal for children to lend a helping hand.

12" x 7" Net
32" Handle extends to 63"
Coarse Black Mesh

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Pond Net 10" x 7" with Twisted Handle for Small Ponds & Container Gardens (Mini)

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:40:00 GMT

Pond Net 10" x 7" with Twisted Handle for Small Ponds & Container Gardens (Mini)
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Pond Net w/ Twisted Handle

This net is best suited for small ponds or container water gardens

10" x 7" with 12" Twisted Wire Handle
Coarse Black Mesh

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Pond Skimmer Net with Extendable Handle 15" x 15" (Heavy Duty) for Ponds & Water Gardens

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:22:00 GMT

Pond Skimmer Net with Extendable Handle 15" x 15" (Heavy Duty) for Ponds & Water Gardens
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Skimmer Net w/ Extendable Handle

Aquascape Skimmer nets are ideal for removing small debris. The fine soft mesh makes it easy to remove small leaves, pine needles or bottom sludge quickly and easily.

This heavy duty net is great for general pond maintenance. The strength of this pro-quality net allows for the removal of large amounts of debris, cutting down on maintenance time.

15" x 15" Triangular Net
36" Handle extends to 63"
Fine White Mesh

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Pond Skimmer Net with Extendable Handle 12" x 7" (Small) for Ponds & Water Gardens

Mon, 18 May 2009 12:15:00 GMT

Pond Skimmer Net with Extendable Handle 12" x 7" (Small) for Ponds & Water Gardens
Buy Now: $15.98

Skimmer Net w/ Extendable Handle

Aquascape Skimmer nets are ideal for removing small debris. The fine soft mesh makes it easy to remove small leaves, pine needles or bottom sludge quickly and easily.

This net is great for tight spaces or great for children to lend a helping hand with maintaining the pond

12" x 7" Net
32" Handle extends to 63"
Fine White Mesh

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Oase PondVac 3 for Water Garden, Pond, & Fountain Cleaning

Mon, 11 Feb 2008 12:53:00 GMT

Oase PondVac 3 for Water Garden, Pond, & Fountain Cleaning
Buy Now: ~~$499.98~~ $378.55

Oase PondVac 3

Keeping the pond floor clean and free of unsightly floor sediment, sludge, and plant debris is necessary and, unfortunately, it is often quite tiresome. With the OASE PondVac 3 this is no longer the case. The desire at OASE is that pond owners can handle the necessary pond chores as quickly and easily as possible.

VACUUM THE POND CLEAN - NON-STOP!

The next generation of OASE Pond Vacuums allow the pond to be vacuumed continuously. This is accomplished by means of the two-chamber system. Two identically sized cylinders are filled and emptied in alternating cycles. If one container is full, a valve is mechanically activated by a float. This triggers emptying of one chamber while the other is being filled. This allows pond vacuuming and emptying of the container to occur at the the same time. The result is a product that pond owners will love. It saves precious time, facilitates pond cleaning and guarantees a perfect result.

The OASE Pondovac 3 can remove dirt particles up to 3/8" in diameter, such as algae, silt, dead plants and leaves. The debris that is collected can be spread directly over the garden as fertilizer for plants through the discharge hose. An integrated check valve prevents sludge from returning to the pond.

Unique two-chamber system allows pond to be vacuumed continuously
Built-in wheels allow for easy movement and transportation
Includes a special string algae nozzle, a wide nozzle with a rubber tip, a crevice tool and a floor nozzle
Includes a vacuum tube extension, as well as a debris collection bag for the water return
Ideally suited for wet vacuum applications in the household
Free Ground Shipping within the USA
3-year manufacturer's limited warranty

Model Specifications:

Hose on Intake: 16' Long
Hose on Discharge: 8' Long
Max Suction Height: 7 ft.
Dimensions (dia X H): 15" X 27"
Cord Length: 13 ft.
Voltage: 110V
Max Watts: 1400
Warranty: 5 yr. (with product registration)
LIMITED NUMBER OF UNITS LEFT AVAILABLE

Innovative, Easy To Handle Pond Vacuum Cleaner The excellent Oase PondVac 3 is the top of the line pond vacuum, easy to use and perfect for large and small ponds. The Oase PondVac 3 is an improved version of the Pond O Vac 2 and is now even better and more reliable.

Oase PondVac 3 is a sludge vacuum cleaner, which can remove particles of algae, string algae, dirt, sludge, dead vegetation and bits of leaves and other debris. This new version of the tried and tested Oase Pondovac makes pond maintenance quick and easy.

Oases PondVac 3 is a worldwide innovation, which introduces the ability to vacuum non-stop without the restrictions of container capacity. The PondVac 3 is able to do this because of two identically sized cylinders, which are filled and emptied in alternating cycles. When one container fills in the PondVac 3, a valve is mechanically activated via a float switch, which triggers the emptying of that container. At the same time this is happening the other container is allowed to begin filling. This is a non-stop cycle, which allows this pond vac to work faster than all other vacs on the market.

The PondVac 3 includes a special string algae nozzle, a wide nozzle with rubber lip, a crevice tool, a floor nozzle, the vacuum tube extension and a collection bag for the water return. This vac even includes an innovative control panel for an even easier operation. The Oase PondVac 3 comes complete with transport casters allowing the PondVac 3 to be moved effortlessly.

Narrow nozzle for cleaning dirt from between stones & plants & other hard to reach areas

Standard nozzle for cleaning the pond bottom. Opening slot is adjustable for vacuuming various sizes of cobblestone

Wide nozzle for easy removal of water

The PondVac 3 is a must for those who care about good pond maintenance and efficient use of time.

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