Slow start up will not do any harm. Always start slow in summer or late summer just in case there is a low oxygen problem in the bottom water. In your case start with 1-3 hrs first day then 2-5 hrs 2nd day, then 6-10 hrs 3rd day. Fourth day 24/7 is okay.


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