{"product_id":"fritz-ammonia-test-kit","title":"Fritz Ammonia Test Kit","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"uk-card uk-card-large uk-card-default uk-margin-large-top uk-border-top-large-teal uk-box-shadow-small\" id=\"about\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uk-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"uk-heading-body tm-product-accordion-heading\"\u003eAbout \u003cspan class=\"uk-visible@m\"\u003eFritz Liquid Test Kits - Ammonia\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tm-product-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAmmonia is one of the most important parameters to monitor in aquariums because any amount can be toxic to livestock if it is not addressed right away. Ammonia is commonly elevated in new tanks while establishing the beneficial biological filter. High ammonia can also be present in established aquariums from lack of maintenance, overstocking, or when the bio filter has been interrupted by medication. Ammonia can reach lethal levels very rapidly, and should be tested immediately in the case of fish illness or death. Monitor ammonia levels closely when using any medications or treatments. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ammonia level in any tank should ideally always be at 0 ppm. Symptoms for acute and chronic ammonia poisoning include: heavy breathing and gasping at surface; clamped fins; discoloration; increased occurrence of disease; death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uk-card uk-card-large uk-card-default uk-margin-large-top uk-border-top-large-teal uk-box-shadow-small\" id=\"directions\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"uk-card-body\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"uk-heading-body tm-product-accordion-heading\"\u003eDirections \u0026amp; Dosage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"tm-product-accordion-content\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo remove childproof safety cap, push down while turning. DO NOT allow Test Solutions to get into aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFill a clean test tube with 5 ml of water to be tested (to the line on the tube).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 8 drops from Ammonia Test Solution Bottle #1, holding dropper bottle upside down in a completely vertical position to ensure uniformity of drops added to the water sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd 8 drops from Ammonia Test Solution Bottle #2, holding dropper bottle upside down in a completely vertical position to ensure uniformity of drops to the water sample.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCap the test tube and shake for 5 seconds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWait five minutes for the color to develop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the test results by matching the color of the solution against those on the appropriate Ammonia Test Color Chart included in the box. Be aware Freshwater and Saltwater results vary slightly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCorrective actions:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUp to 0.5 ppm - reduce feeding, remove excess detritus and debris, add all-in-one filter media \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/maxout\"\u003eMaxOut\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/maxout-pro\"\u003eMaxOut Pro\u003c\/a\u003e to reduce organics. Detoxify ammonia with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/fritz-accr-liquid\"\u003eFritz ACCR\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/fritz-complete\"\u003eFritz Complete\u003c\/a\u003e. Add FritzZyme nitrifying bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e0.5 to 1 ppm - temporarily stop feeding, perform a partial water change, add all-in-one filter media \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/maxout\"\u003eMaxOut\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/maxout-pro\"\u003eMaxOut Pro\u003c\/a\u003e to reduce organics. Detoxify ammonia with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/fritz-accr-liquid\"\u003eFritz ACCR\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/fritzaquatics.com\/products\/fritz-complete\"\u003eFritz Complete\u003c\/a\u003e. Add FritzZyme nitrifying bacteria.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 to 2 ppm - Perform a significant water change (approx. 50%) and follow above steps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2+ ppm - Perform a significant water change (75% or more) and follow above steps. Consult an expert to find the cause of the imbalance if the problem persists.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Fritz","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46399493734577,"sku":null,"price":36.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0665\/4194\/5009\/files\/Test_Kit_Ammonia.png?v=1763550895","url":"https:\/\/bennysaquarium.com\/products\/fritz-ammonia-test-kit","provider":"Benny's Aquarium","version":"1.0","type":"link"}