Zoo dipping question

[baloutang]

Hi,

I'm dipping some new zoo's that I got and I've never done this before. So, following the instructions below I'm confused at step 3. How do we set the PH to 8.2? Currently my tank is running a few degrees higher than 78 would that be a problem?


1. Using a 5 gallon white bucket, add 3 gallons of RO water.
2. Now add 1 or 2 drops of Lugol's Iodine per gallon of RO water.
3. Set your PH to 8.2
4. Set your water temp. at 78 degrees
5. If you have some Flatworm exit made my Saliferts, add
2 drops per gallon to the RO water to kill any Flatworms

Thanks,
Dave

 

[MUCHO REEF]

There are many ways to set your PH. All of which can be purchased at your LFS. Some us B soda, I use my A part of my 2 part Bio Ionic buffering sysetm.

The temp of the dip should be the same as the temp of your tank. I use to keep my tank at 78 degrees, now I keep it at 80. I now use 3 to 4 drops of Lugol's per gallon and it works fine.

Mucho Reef

 

[baloutang]

Thanks so much for the info!