Startup Guide
Blue White Filter Material: Cut the Blue White Filter Material squares about 1/4″ larger than the black carbon foam. Use 3 layers on top of the carbon foam blue side up. As one gets loaded with scales, remove and – when you get time – wash it out. Make sure to wash before second layer gets loaded with scales.
Foam Off: A must-have, Foam Off stops foam from accumulating at the top of your tank. The water in the tank needs to “breathe.” This lets the CO2 and ammonia escape, which kills bait.
Non-Iodine Salt: 1 cup per 10 gallons of water. Softens water, prevents red nose, and allows easier infusion of oxygen in the water.
Liquid Chlorine Remover (LCR): Use one cap or teaspoon per 10 gallons. If you use city or treated water you must remove the chlorine or you bait will quickly die.
Shad Keeper: Adds electrolytes and enhances the oxygen transfer. This lowers bait loss, removes ammonia, stimulates a natural slime coat, and help keep bait frisky. Frisky bait attracts stripers, etc.
Better Bait: Works like Shad Keeper but better for shiners and minnows.
Hydrogen Peroxide 3%: If you have a hot day or put too many baits in your tank, add 3% hydrogen peroxide – 1oz per 5 gallons of water. This will saturate your water with oxygen and super-charge your bait.
Tip: When not under tow or motoring the boat, leave the top of the tank open. This lets the tank “breathe” as bubbles from the aerator bring the CO2 and ammonia to the top to dissipate.