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hoppycalif · 03-01-2008, 05:53 PM

The reason for using more than one DIY bottle is to stagger the start times, so at least one is always producing an adequate amount of CO2. That keeps the amount in the water more nearly constant, which helps prevent algae from starting.

03-01-2008, 05:53 PM	#107 (permalink)
hoppycalif Senior Member Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Sacramento, CA, USA Posts: 5,208 iTrader Ratings: 20 iTrader Positive Rating: 100% Plant Points: 227345	Re: DIY CO2 Guide with Pictures & Recipes The reason for using more than one DIY bottle is to stagger the start times, so at least one is always producing an adequate amount of CO2. That keeps the amount in the water more nearly constant, which helps prevent algae from starting.