Introduction
If you have noticed that the Penn-Plax under-gravel filter in your aquarium is clogged, it is important that you fix the problem the right way to ensure the safety of your aquatic friends.
This guide will help you to completely remove the filter from the aquarium, clean the filter, and reinstall the filter all in a safe and efficient way.
Filtration is one of the main components in keeping fish in a safe habitat. The under-gravel filter helps by pulling water and debris down through the gravel at the bottom of the tank and providing oxygen for fish. Learning how to clean underground filters will help fish to live a longer and healthier life.
While working with electricity and water, be sure to be safe and unplug anything connected to electricity before starting the process.
What you need
The filter is now cleaned and reassembled in the aquarium and ready for normal use. We recommend cleaning the filter once every month (four weeks) to maintain a desired living condition for your fish.
The filter is now cleaned and reassembled in the aquarium and ready for normal use. We recommend cleaning the filter once every month (four weeks) to maintain a desired living condition for your fish.