green pond water problems
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for pond green water use hydra pond clear plus available from hydra international ltd.TRANSCRIPT
HYDRA
HYDRA
Pond Clear Plus
Clears Cloudy and Green Pond Water- In Minutes!
Features & Advantages
Removes green water from ponds without exterior filter
systems to give crystal clear water
Mineral base powder 100% biodegradable
Works by ion exchange absorbs nitrites, phosphates
and other pollutants in the water.
pH Neutral" has no effect on waters pH.
Immediately starts to electrically charge individual
algae cells so they clump together & float to the top of
the pond to be skimmed off.
Controls & prevents green water and cloudy water for
extended periods.
Crystal clear ponds can easily turn cloudy without proper
pond cleaning. If your pond water’s clarity is deteriorating,
it’s always best to find out the cause before giving the cure.
There could be many different possible causes for this
occurrence. Let’s look at the most common ones.
Inadequate Bio-filtering
This is a typical problem with new and unbalanced ponds.
If your pond doesn’t have the right number and kinds of
microorganisms to be able to breakdown substances in the
water, your water is doomed to get murky. High levels of
ammonia and nitrite due to the lack of bacteria to break them
down, for example, usually turn water milky. To pinpoint if
these are the cause of the problem, test for ammonia and
nitrate levels. Pond water usually clears up 90% of the time
when ammonia or nitrate problems are resolved.
Poor Mechanical Filtration
If your water chemistry is acceptable, another possible
suspect is your mechanical filter. The inefficiency of your
mechanical filter to strain finer suspended solid pollutants in
the water can also be a cause of poor water clarity. During
summer season, when fish are most metabolically active, your
filter’s ability is tested to its limits. In general, it’s more
common to have clearer water in the winter than in the
summer due to the difference in fish activity.
Fish Food
Some loosely bound ingredients in fish food may break up
when it gets in contact with water and may cause water
discolouration. Some may also contain food dyes that can
stain the water. If you switched to a different food brand and
noticed the change in clarity after that, then this could be the
likely culprit.
Algae
This is another probable cause of cloudiness and green pond
water. An enormous growth of algae suspended in the water
can make your water so green like pea soup.
Does not affect biological filters or pumps.
Safe on concrete and synthetic liners.
Harmless to all fish, birds, reptiles, invertebrates,
humans, mammals, animals and water plants.
Removes green and cloudy water very rapidly, results
can be seen in minutes.
Simply dose Hydra Pond Clear Plus by broadcasting
over pond surface.
Very heavy green water may require two applications.
UV lights can be left on during treatment.
Green Pond Water Algae
Two types of algae most commonly plague ponds. One type
is blanket weed, which are strings of green hair-like growth
and another is plankton, notorious for making ponds look like
a giant bowl of pea soup.
Green pond water is the effect of the widespread growth of
huge numbers of plankton suspended in the water. Plankton,
which we will refer to as green pond water algae, are single-
celled algae that typically make their grand appearance from
spring, when days start to get sunnier.
Aside from sunlight, nutrients are the biggest growth boosters
for green pond water algae. Ponds get their natural supply of
nutrients from decomposed excess fish food, fish wastes,
dead decaying leaves and plants and fertiliser run-offs. The
more nutrients your pond has, the faster green pond water
algae grow.
Pond Cleaning
To fight the battle against green pond water invasion, you
need to cut down the nutrient supply available for algae
growth.
This could be done by routine pond cleaning, such as taking
out dead leaves and plants out of the pond with a net, a
skimmer or a pond vacuum, removing debris from the pond
daily, partial or full water changes.
The Problem
Hydra Pond Clear Plus is a breakthrough in pond cleaning.
It is a unique 100% biodegradable pond cleaning powder,
specially formulated to easily clear both cloudy and green
pond water.
Unlike algaecides, it has no harmful effects to fish, aquatic
life, pets and plants and does not affect your water’s alkalinity
because it’s pH neutral. Hydra Pond Clear Plus works
amazingly fast and positive results can be seen in minutes.
How it Works
When activated by water, Hydra Pond Clear Plus immedi-
ately removes pond algae by electrically charging individual
cells so they clump together then float to the surface where
they can easily be taken out with a net or a pond skimmer.
It also removes pollutants from the water by ion exchange.
By absorbing nitrates, phosphates and other nutrients that
encourage algae growth or cause poor water clarity, Hydra
Pond Clear Plus does not only effectively remove existing
pond algae. It also prevents its re-growth for an extended
period.
Seeing Through Cloudy Pond Water
A cloudy pond is not an automatic indicator of poor water
quality. In fact, some fish may even thrive more happily in
murky water, just like koi in the mud ponds of Japan. Even so,
no ornamental pond keeper would like to have murky water.
Whether healthy clean or not, cloudy pond water is an
automatic turn-off. Where’s the joy in having a pond full of
life if you can’t enjoy seeing them anyway through cloudy
water? Hence, maintaining a clear pond is always on top of
every pond keeper’s wish list.
Ways to Remove Pond Algae and Enhance Water Clarity
Science and technology have given us pond cleaning or
aquatic treatment products to help remove pond algae and
other pond pollutants. There are different types of product
formulations for this purpose. The main types can be classified
into chemical and mineral-based treatments.
Chemical Treatments
Chemical treatments or algaecides are very potent algae
killers. They may be effective in killing algae but are not
successful in removing other water pollutants, so using them
doesn’t guarantee you clear water. Likewise, due to the
potency of algaecides, their use may also pose a threat to fish,
aquatic life and the water’s natural balance.
Another setback of harsh chemical treatments is their length
of effectiveness. In general, the effect of algaecide in killing
algae is very short-lived so its frequent use is needed to obtain
continuous effects.
Aside from not being good for the health of your pond, its
required frequency of use does not make it a very cost-
effective option.
Mineral-Based Treatments
When it comes to solving the problem of poor water clarity
and green pond water, using a mineral-based product, like
Hydra Pond Clear Plus is a far better, safer and cost
effective solution.
Using Hydra Pond Clear Plus
Because Hydra Pond Clear Plus helps in filtering out
pollutants in your pond, it is an ideal pond cleaning formula
to use for ponds without external filters or ponds with
inadequate mechanical filtration systems. It is also completely
safe to use on ponds with concrete and synthetic liners and
works even if UV lights are kept on.
Clears within a few hours with full results by 7 days.
Simply broadcast over the surface of the pond. UV lights and
pumps should be left on during treatment to ensure adequate
aeration during the treatment.
Very heavy green water may require two applications. When
the algae starts to rise to the surface, skim from the surface
straight away.
Dilution-1:10,000
100gm treats 1,000 litres, 1 kilo treats 10,000 litres
Hydra International have a Technical Services Dept.
which can give advice on your particular application.
Hydra International Ltd
Cerberian House, Carters Lane, Kiln Farm,
Milton Keynes, MK11 3ER, UK.
Tel: +44 (0) 1908 265889
Fax: +44 (0) 1908 262097
Email: [email protected]
Web: www.hydra-aqua.com
Description
How To Use
1. IDENTIFICATION Hydra Pond Clear Plus
2. COMPOSITION A granular blend of bacteria, enzymes, hydrogen peroxide, amorphous alumina, sodium silicate, sodium chloride and sodium carbonate
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION Harmful
4. FIRST AID MEASURES EYES Flush with copious amounts of water
SKIN Wash with soap and water
INHALATION In the event of excessive inhalation, remove to fresh air and obtain medical advice.
.Non-toxic, but if in doubt seek medical advice
INGESTION In the unlikely event of ingestion seek medical aid immediately.
In all cases, if symptoms persist, seek immediate medical advice
5. FIRE HAZARD & FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Oxidiser - Any extinguishing media may be used but should be appropriate to the cause of the fire. Low degree of risk due to thermal decomposition
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES In the event of accidental spillage, sweep up and wash away remainder with plenty of water
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE Store product in a cold dry place. Protect from strong light, raised temperature and humidity.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION RESPIRATORY PROTECTION Wear dust mask if dust is present
VENTILATION Not applicable
PROTECTIVE GLOVES Wear PVC or Rubber Gloves as appropriate
EYE PROTECTION Wear goggles if task or application method could result in eye contact from accidental splash or spray
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMIT Not applicable
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES PHYSICAL STATE Granular Powder
COLOUR Off White
ODOUR Slight
FLASHPOINT Non Flammable
SOLUBILITY Water Soluble
DENSITY 94g/100 cm3
SOLUBILITY IN WATER 55gm/100 ml (at 25°C)
pH VALUE 7.0-8.0 (10g/100 ml at 20°C)
10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY DATA CHEMICAL REACTIVITY Potential for exothermic hazard
STORAGE STABILITY The stability of the bacteria is dependent upon the storage conditions, see Sec.7. Keep away from heat
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION &
COMBUSTION PRODUCTS
Oxygen
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION EYES Risk of serious damage to eyes
SKIN Irritant
INHALATION May cause irritation to mouth, throat and digestive tract
INGESTION Harmful if swallowed
Limit test for acute oral toxicity (Annex V, EEC Commission Directive)
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION No effect coded
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATION Flush away with water
14. TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION Not dangerous for transport
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
LABELLING INFORMATION
RISK PHRASES R22 Harmful if swallowed
R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes
SAFETY PHRASES S2 Keep out of reach of children
S3 Keep in a cool place
S8 Keep container dry
S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice
S51 Use in well ventilated areas
HAZARD SYMBOL Harmful
16. OTHER INFORMATION 1st Sept 2011
The information contained in this document is provided in accordance with the requirements of Chemicals (Hazard Information & Packing) Regulations. The product should not be used for any purpose other than as
stated on the label without obtaining specific written instructions directly from the supplier’s Head Office. As specific conditions of use are outside the supplier’s control the user is responsible for ensuring the require-
ments of relevant legislation are complied with. The user assumes all liability for damage or injury caused from abnormal use.
Material Safety Data Sheet All the information on this sheet relates to the concentrated product only, in use dilution will decrease any
possible hazard significantly.
Cerberian House, Carters Lane, Kiln Farm, Milton Keynes MK11 3ER, U.K.
Tel: +44 (0) 1908-265889 Fax: +44 (0) 1908-262097
Email: [email protected] Web Site: www.hydra-aqua.com
Hydra International Limited