Mongo75
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So, just curious what the routine is for other API users.
My way...
I start with filling all my tubes. First, the nitrate test since it's the most detailed. I set the countdown timer on my phone to one minute, then shake solution #2 for a full minute. No, I don't hit it, beat it against the wall or anything like that. Just shake it really good. Next, I add solution 1 to the tube, shake #2 another 5 to 10 seconds and add it to the tube. Start the timer again and shake for one minute. Reset the timer to 5 minutes but don't start it.
Next I do nitrites, following all the instructions. Then it's on to ammonia, again, following the instructions. Here's where I start the 5 minute countdown.
Finally I test pH, following instructions.
As a control, I have let all the tests sit for 10 minutes and it's my experience that the colors don't change, so I feel comfortable starting my 5 minute timer after all three of the tubes are ready.
So, now, fess up , do you have a routine, and what it it?
My way...
I start with filling all my tubes. First, the nitrate test since it's the most detailed. I set the countdown timer on my phone to one minute, then shake solution #2 for a full minute. No, I don't hit it, beat it against the wall or anything like that. Just shake it really good. Next, I add solution 1 to the tube, shake #2 another 5 to 10 seconds and add it to the tube. Start the timer again and shake for one minute. Reset the timer to 5 minutes but don't start it.
Next I do nitrites, following all the instructions. Then it's on to ammonia, again, following the instructions. Here's where I start the 5 minute countdown.
Finally I test pH, following instructions.
As a control, I have let all the tests sit for 10 minutes and it's my experience that the colors don't change, so I feel comfortable starting my 5 minute timer after all three of the tubes are ready.
So, now, fess up , do you have a routine, and what it it?