STAGE ONE

sera KIT - STAGE 1

Locating Your Aquarium

Where you choose to locate your aquarium will not, on the whole, affect your success at fishkeeping as the equipment provided is designed to maintain a healthy balance in the aquarium provided you follow our guidelines. However, from a practical viewpoint there are a few rules which, if followed, will help in avoiding certain problems:

1. First, and perhaps obviously, avoid locating your aquarium where it is likely to be knocked or suffer accidental physical damage, such as in a busy hallway or where children play. Quite apart from the possibility of damage, a lot of activity around the aquarium can be disturbing for the fish and, if possible, it is better to find a reasonably quiet location yet one where you get to enjoy relaxing whist watching your fish.
2. The aquarium should not be located where it will receive an excessive amount of light, such as by a window which receives direct sunshine. Excessive light will encourage the growth of unsightly algae and you will find it troublesome to keep this under control.
3. Also, don't locate the aquarium where it may be subject to excess heat or cold, or sudden large fluctuations in external temperature, for example, by a frequently used door where draughts may occur, or next to a radiator. The aquarium will have a thermostatically controlled heater to keep the water temperature up to the correct level but it will have to work extra hard if the external temperature is very cold. Conversely, if the external temperature is higher than that set for the aquarium, although the heater will automatically shut off, it is possible for the aquarium water to become too warm for your fish's comfort.

The only other main requirements are that the aquarium must be near to an electricity socket to provide power for the equipment and that you leave sufficient space around the tank for maintenance to be undertaken without difficulty.

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