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Ultraclear Sludge Digester 12-oz.

Ultraclear Sludge Digester 12-oz.

Ultraclear Sludge Digester 12-oz.

SKU : UCL7120

ULTRACLEAR SLUDGE DIGESTER 12-oz

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SLUDGE DIGESTER 12-OZ
Sludge accumulation in a pond occurs for a variety of reasons. Leaves and grass clippings

can be blown into the pond. Droppings from animals such as fish, ducks, or geese can

sometimes be significant. Even over-feeding the fish in the pond can promote sludge

accumulation. In many ponds, the largest contributor to sludge build up is dead algae.

Every year, algae populations increase to at least some extent during the warm sunny

months. These algae die off, and then become part of the sludge accumulation.

Sludge build-up causes four significant problems. First, it results in an anaerobic zone

(meaning a zone without significant dissolved oxygen). An anaerobic zone is a place where

potentially dangerous, disease-causing bacteria (pathogens) tend to grow. The larger the

anaerobic zone (meaning the greater the depth of sludge build up), the greater the

potential for significant populations of pathogenic bacteria in the pond, which can harm

fish.

Second, sludge build-up is the main cause of pond odors. When the build-up is significant,

hydrogen sulfide (which has a rotten egg odor) is produced. And hydrogen sulfide is not

only odorous, but can poison fish.

Third, sludge build-up may deplete oxygen reserves, particularly during warm weather. The

worse the build-up, the worse the oxygen depletion. Of course, low oxygen levels can be

stressful or even fatal to fish or other wildlife.

Fourth, as sludge build-up reaches excessive levels, nitrogen and phosphorous that is part

of the sludge will slowly be released. This nutrient release can cause severe water

quality problems, including algae blooms.

Of course, the larger and deeper the pond, the more difficult it is to mechanically remove

the sludge build-up. But there is a simple way to control sludge build up. Dose the pond

as described below with UltraClear Sludge Digester.

How Does Ultra Clear Sludge Digester Work UltraClear Sludge Digester contains a variety of

bacteria that digest sludge. It includes a class of bacteria that is facultative that

works in an aerobic or anaerobic zone. First, it must be emphasized that Sludge Digester

(or any biological product) is capable of digesting organic sludge, but not inorganic

material such as sand, silt, or clay. Organic sludge refers to sludge of biological

origin, such as leaves, grass, animal droppings, and dead algae.

Some natural bacteria have the ability to vigorously attack the basic building blocks of

organic sludge, such as proteins, starches, fats, and cellulose. In fact, UltraClear

Sludge Digester is super-enriched with these types of bacteria.

Sludge Digester is used in two main ways.

1. Season-long application designed to prevent excess sludge build-up 2. Fall Clean-Up to

thoroughly clean the pond and provide a fresh start for the next pond season.

It is very important to understand the difference between each application type, and to

use the product as directed. 12 oz treats 6,000 Gallons