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Quickly & accurately measures the level of ammonia in pond water, reading levels from 0 ppm to 7 ppm. Makes 75 tests. Determines the level of toxic ammonia in both new & established ponds.

Ammonia is continuously produced from fish waste & urine, uneaten fish food & decaying plants & dead insects. Includes test solution, glass test tube w/ cap, color chart & instructions.

How often should I test for ammonia?
Regular testing is necessary to make sure the ammonia level is safe. Pond water should be tested for ammonia every other day when the pond is first set up, and once a week after the biological filter has been established (in about 4 to 6 weeks).
The ammonia level should always be zero once the biological filter is established.

My water garden has been set up for over five years and never had an ammonia problem. Now the ammonia test kit indicates an ammonia problem. Why?

There are several possible reasons for an ammonia surge in an established pond.

• Koi and goldfish grow every year. Each year they consume more food and release more ammonia than the year before. It may be that the number and size of the fish is too great for the pond’s ecosystem.
• Check the pH. If the pH drops to around 6.0 the nitrifying bacteria will be inhibited. This will result in an increase in ammonia and/or nitrite.
• Over-feeding a properly stocked pond will certainly cause an ammonia problem.
• Make sure the filtration system is clean and running properly. A dirty filter can become anaerobic and release ammonia into the pond.

Can the ammonia test kit be used with ammonia removers?
Yes.

The Master test kit is a great fast way to test your water. Master test kits are so easy to use and very inexpensive to buy.

There is no need to buy refills, because you just buy a whole new test kit for the same price. No more waiting for tablets to dissolve. You just fill the test tube up with water line and add a few drops. .

PondCare® Master Test Kit is a complete kit for testing tap water & pond water.

Tests water 4 different ways to protect pond fish from dangerous water conditions. Tests include: pH, ammonia, nitrite, and salt. Kit contains instruction book, improved color cards for easier reading, 4 test tubes and holding tray.

Kit contains instruction book, improved color cards for easier reading, 4 test tubes and holding tray.

Quickly & accurately measures the level of nitrite in pond water, reading levels from 0 ppm to 5 ppm. Makes 180 tests. Determines the level of nitrite, a toxic chemical produced when nitrifying bacteria break down ammonia in pond water.

High nitrite levels may cause pond fish to suffocate & die. Includes test solution, glass test tube with cap, color chart & easy-to-follow instructions.

How often should I test for nitrite?
Regular testing is necessary to make sure the ammonia level is safe. Pond water should be tested for nitrite every other day when the pond is first set up, and once a week after the biological filter has been established (in about 4 to 6 weeks).

Ammonia levels will first rise then nitrite will begin to rise as the biological develops. The nitrite level should always be zero once the biological filter is established.

Quickly and accurately measures the pH of pond water, reading pH levels from 5.0 to 9.0. Makes 160 tests. Prevents the harmful effects of too alkaline/too acidic pond water resulting from minerals found in tap water, high ammonia levels in the pond, rain runoff or overstocking of pond fish. Includes test solution, glass test tube w/ cap, color chart & instructions.

How often should I test pH?
Regular testing is necessary to make sure the pH level is safe. Pond water should be tested for once a week.

When is the best time to check the pH?
The best time to check the pH is in the morning. As the sun comes up and the plants begin photosynthesis the pH will rise. If the water sample is taken during a sunny period the pH will always be high due to the temporary action of the plants. Therefore the best time to test pH is in the morning.