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Initial treatment: Use 5ml of King British Algae Control per 9 litres of water
Maintenance treatment: Use 2ml of King British Algae Control per 9 litres of water once every 14 days
1. Calculate the size of your aquarium. If you are unsure how to do this then please follow the instructions below.
2. Shake the bottle well before use.
3. Using the pipette provided, which dispenses 1ml, or the cap of the bottle which holds 4ml, measure the required amount of King British Algae Control.
4. Dispense the treatment directly into the aquarium water.
5. Continue water filtration during treatment.
To ensure the water in your aquarium remains free from algae we recommend carrying out a 10% water change and using King British Algae Control every 14 days.
Formulas to calculate the volume of water in your aquarium
Square and rectangular aquariums: Average Length (cm) x Average Width (cm) x Average Height (cm) ÷ 1000 = Volume (L)
Circular aquariums: Surface Area (cm²) x Average Depth (cm) ÷ 1000
If you are unsure what the surface area of your circular aquarium is you will need to calculate this using (R² x π) or by using the following steps.
1. Measure the radius of your aquarium. This is the centre of the aquarium to the edge. The easiest way to do this is to measure across the entire length of your aquarium across the middle and divide by 2: Length (cm) ÷ 2 = Radius (cm)
2. Then, multiply the answer by itself: Radius x Radius (or R²)
3. Next, multiply the new answer by 3.14 (or R² x π) = Surface Area (cm²)
4. You are now ready to calculate the volume of water in your aquarium
5. Multiply the new answer by the average depth of your aquarium: Surface Area (cm²) x Average Depth ÷ 1000 = Volume (L)
Alternatively, consult the manufacturer's packaging or if you are filling the aquarium for the first time, you can measure the water as it is added.
