white buildup in pump?

Discussion in 'Beginner Lounge' started by ztard, Oct 12, 2007.

  1. ztard

    ztard Germinated

    hey i just started running my pumps in my bucket systems and there has been a white gooey build up that is starting to clog my pump hose. anyone know what this is or how to fix it. i flushed with ph balanced water a day ago for 24 hours and it didnt seem to do anything
     
  2. AlienBait

    AlienBait Custom User Title

    Whenever I hear about the white gooey slime in reservoirs, the first thing that comes to mind is that you are using Vinegar or lemon juice for lowering your PH.


    If that is the case, stop using food products in your hydro system and get some proper PH Up and PH Down. I use the stuff made for swimming pools and it works great.


    If you are not using vinegar or lemons in your reservoir, then it could be pythium. Never had it, so I could not help you there. I'm sure CannaGirl will comment on this one. :)
     
  3. ztard

    ztard Germinated

    ya im using ph down, no food products. i just put the catalyst, grow, and base nutes that came with my kit in and the buildup seems to be getting worst. most of the grow rocks the the solution hits are white
     

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