About Fritz A.C.C.R. Liquid
Ammonia poisoning is the most common killer of aquarium fish. Ammonia is produced by decomposing plants, algae, fish waste and uneaten food. Dangerous ammonia levels often occur in new aquariums or in an established tank when adding new livestock, when a filter stops working due to power or mechanical failure or if existing beneficial bacterial colonies are lost due to the use of medications or sudden change in water conditions. Fritz A.C.C.R. will not alter pH or deplete oxygen levels. Fritz A.C.C.R. is a true complete water conditioner that not only neutralizes toxic ammonia but also the chlorine and chloramines found in tap water. Fritz A.C.C.R. is extremely safe even when overdosed.
Also available in a dry powder.
Directions & Dosage
Use 1 cap (1 tsp/5 ml) per 10 U.S. gallons (38 L). Using this dosage, 1.0 mg/L ammonia will be instantly eliminated, as well as chlorine and chloramines. For areas with very high chlorine levels, or in emergency situations with very high ammonia levels, dosage can be safely increased or repeated up to 5x.
- For best results, add ACCR to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
- No equipment restrictions necessary
- No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
- Handy when using medications that affect the bio filter: avoid water changes by adding ACCR to detoxify 1 ppm ammonia per dose
- Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
- Overdosed? It is safe to increase dosage up to 5x. Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
- Test with: chlorine test kit, salicylate-type ammonia test kit (those with yellow/green color charts) and avoid Nessler-type ammonia test kits (those with yellow/amber color charts)
Sizes
Size | Treats | Item Number |
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2 oz / 58 mL | 120 gal / 454 L | 80232 |
16 oz / 473 mL | 960 gal / 3,634 L | 80233 |
4 oz / 118 mL | 240 gal / 908 L | 80234 |
5 gal / 19 L | 19,000 gal / 71,923 L | 80236 |
8 oz / 237 mL | 480 gal / 1,817 L | 80238 |
1 gal / 3.8 L | 3,840 gal / 14,536 L | 80239 |
FAQs
FAQs
See below for frequently asked questions regarding Fritz A.C.C.R. Liquid.
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A.C.C.R. Best Practices
- For best results, add ACCR to tap water in a separate container before adding water to aquarium.
- No equipment restrictions necessary
- No contraindications: can be used with all of our other products and meds
- Handy when using medications that affect the bio filter: avoid water changes by adding ACCR to detoxify 1 ppm ammonia per dose
- Easy measuring: the 4 oz, 8 oz and 16 oz bottle caps are approximately 5 mL volume
- Overdosed? Observe livestock for distress, perform small water changes if needed
- Test with: chlorine test kit, salicylate type ammonia test kit (those with green color charts) and avoid nessler type ammonia test kits (those with yellow/amber color charts)
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Can this be overdosed?
The dosage of Fritz ACCR can be increased by up to 5x the recommended amount.
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Is this product safe for Axolotls?
FritzGuard - NOT SAFE, contains aloe which can coat the gills of the axolotl
Fritz ACCR - SAFE, does not contain aloe
Fritz Complete - SAFE, does not contain aloe
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If I remove all ammonia, will it harm the bacteria colony?
Fritz A.C.C.R. binds with ammonia making them harmless to the inhabitants while still bioavailable to the beneficial bacteria.
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Can I use this with Aquarium Solutions Ich-X?
Aquarium Solutions Ich-X contraindicates sulfinate- and sulfoxylate-based water conditioners with their product. Which Fritz water conditioners are safe?
Fritz Guard - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
Fritz ACCR - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfinate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Complete - NOT SAFE; this is a sulfoxylate-based conditioner and can affect the medication
Fritz Concentratred Chlorine Remover - SAFE; this is a thiosulfate conditioner and won't affect the medication
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What do I dose if my ammonia is extremely high?
Dilute the ammonia concentration by performing a water change. Fritz A.C.C.R. can be added up to 5x the recommended amount safely for high ammonia concentrations.
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How long should I wait after treating water to add to tank?
Treated water can be added to the aquarium immediately after mixing with Fritz A.C.C.R.
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Does Fritz A.C.C.R. lower pH?
Fritz A.C.C.R. will not affect pH at label dosages. However, if treating at over label dosage rates, monitor pH for slight drops.
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Does the ammonia or nitrite get released back after a certain amount of time?
No, the water conditioner does not only temporarily bind the toxic ammonia or nitrite, and won't be released back into the water column after any period of time. The detoxified ammonia and nitrite are removed by nitrification or water changes.
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