{"product_id":"filter-sock-for-lifegard-crystal-with-built-in-filter","title":"Filter Sock Large for Lifegard CRYSTAL with Built in Filter","description":"\u003ch2\u003eDescription:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLIFEGARD® Aquatics Filter Socks \u003cspan style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"\u003e\u003cem\u003eCompatible with:\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eR460001-  CRYSTAL 14.26 Gallons Low Iron Ultra Clear Aquarium with Built in Side Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eR460005 - CRYSTAL 24 Gallons Low Iron Ultra Clear Aquarium with Built in Back Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(43, 0, 255);\"\u003eR460006 - CRYSTAL 9.98 Gallons Low Iron Ultra Clear Aquarium with Built in Back Filter\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLIFEGARD® Aquatics upgraded its All-in-One Aquarium line to incorporate these easy to use, easy to service, high-quality, long-lasting filter socks to replace outdated sponge filtration method. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLifegard Filter socks have a superior waste and debris trapping capability in your tank. Very simple and easy plug and play installation method allows you to easily service your tanks with higher frequency because of the efficient installation process in the filter. Lifegard filter allows cleaning to the level of 100 to 200 micron with the filter sock.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eLifegard filter sock is designed to trap debris before it reaches your biological filtration. Regular cleaning prevents clogging, improves water flow, and helps maintain good water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eBest Practices\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eKeep 3–6 spare socks on hand and rotate them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow Often to Clean:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eHeavily stocked aquariums: Every 2–4 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eAverage freshwater or reef aquariums: Every 3–7 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l1 level1 lfo1;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eLightly stocked systems: Weekly or as needed\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eClean the sock when you notice:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpFirst\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eReduced water flow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpMiddle\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eWater backing up around the filter sock\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-indent: -.25in; mso-list: l0 level1 lfo2;\" class=\"MsoListParagraphCxSpLast\"\u003e\u003c!-- [if !supportLists]--\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-family: Symbol; mso-fareast-font-family: Symbol; mso-bidi-font-family: Symbol;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"mso-list: Ignore;\"\u003e·\u003cspan style=\"font: 7.0pt 'Times New Roman';\"\u003e       \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c!--[endif]--\u003eExcessive debris accumulation\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStep-by-Step Cleaning\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e1. Remove the Filter Sock\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTurn off the return pump if necessary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eCarefully remove the sock to avoid releasing trapped debris back into the sump or aquarium.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e2. Rinse Out Debris\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTurn the sock inside out. Use a strong stream of water from a hose or utility sink to remove trapped waste.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003e3. Deep Clean\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eChoose one of these methods:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eBleach Method (most effective)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoak in a solution of approximately 1-part unscented bleach to 10-parts water for several hours or overnight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRinse thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAllow the sock to air dry completely in full sun for 24–48 hours. Chlorine dissipates as it dries in full sunlight.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eHydrogen Peroxide Method (for experts only)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eSoak in 3% hydrogen peroxide for several hours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRinse thoroughly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAir dry completely.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003ci\u003eWashing Machine Method (works but can damage the sock)\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eWash only filter socks (no clothing).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eUse hot water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eDo not use detergent, fabric softener, or scented additives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eRun an extra rinse cycle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAir dry completely before reusing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e4. Inspect for Wear\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eReplace the sock if you notice:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eTorn seams\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eFrayed fabric\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eStretched filter material\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003ePersistent clogging despite cleaning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"MsoNormal\"\u003eAvoid leaving dirty sock in place for extended periods, as trapped waste can break down and release nutrients back into the water\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Lifegard Aquatics","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45788816703661,"sku":"R440392","price":10.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0325\/7853\/5562\/files\/Small_Sock_01_f521faad-b5fa-4263-a59b-feeaedc56ef4.png?v=1773089202","url":"https:\/\/lifegardaquatics.com\/products\/filter-sock-for-lifegard-crystal-with-built-in-filter","provider":"Lifegard Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}