API Freshwater Master Test Kit, Kit includes laminated color card, 4 test tubes & holding tray

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Add 5 drops of High Range pH Test Solution, holding the dropper bottle upside down in a completely vertical position to assure uniformity of drops. I would imagine many people are in the same situation with their aquarium PH. I wish that instead of providing two separate tests that supposedly span from 6.0 PH to 8.8 ph, they would instead provide a narrower range in one single test, say from 6.5 to 8.0. While some aquarist certainly have tanks that fall outside this range, I think it would meet the needs of most. If you’re looking for a reliable and affordable freshwater testing kit, you should look no further.

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The test kit comes with (4) mixing test tubes that you perform the tests in, (4) caps to cover the test tubes with (handy since the tests require mixing by shaking or inverting), (7) individual bottles of various fluids that are used individually or in pairs for testing, instructions, the results color chart, and a handy container that keeps it all together. The container also holds the test tubes upright for you while you perform the testing. Vigorously shake the Nitrate Test Solution #2 for at least 30 seconds. This step is extremely important to ensure the accuracy of test results. Every parameter has different instructions, so you need to be accurate while following the steps. However, all the bottles are numbered, and the steps are detailed, so you won’t struggle to get the results right. Effective Results

Read the test results by comparing the color of the solution to the Ammonia Color Chart. The tube should be viewed in a well-lit area against the white area of the chart. The closest match indicates the ppm (mg/L) of ammonia in the water sample. Rinse the test tube with clean water after use. A pdf of my instructions is located here for those who would like to print one out for their kit. Please note that the my simplified instructions do not include all the important details that are included in API’s instructions; you really do need to read their literature carefully the first few attempts. After a few tries, you will get the rhythm down and become faster at completing the test.

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API SALTWATER MASTER TEST KIT tests for high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate, all of which need to be regularly monitored for proper water conditions for your fish.The first time you decided to keep fish, you probably didn’t know anything about the water quality in your fish tank. The FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT measures pH, high range pH, ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate in your freshwater aquarium.

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Add 8 drops from Ammonia Test Solution #2, holding the dropper bottle upside down in a completely vertical position to assure uniformity of drops.Testing for the presence of toxic nitrite is essential, so that if it is detected, steps can be taken to remove it. If left untreated, nitrite in the water will hinder normal fish respiration, eventually leading to fish death. Even small amounts or low levels of nitrite stress fish, suppressing their immune systems and increasing the likelihood of disease, which is why it’s important to test for nitrite using API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT. You can remove nitrite from your tank by performing a partial water change. Read the test results by comparing the color of the solution to the pH Color Chart. The closest match indicates the pH of the water sample.