Need Diagnose please

[michaelaz]

I have this brain mid tank under 2 x 55 watt T5 power compacts
10,000K/Actinic lighting

Water is 1.025 (calibrated coreectly with cal fluid)
Temp 78

I know something is wrong but what ??

http://i153.photobucket.com/albums/s203/michaelaz_2007/DSC_0003.jpg

Thanks in advance

Michael

[JetCat USA]

from the algae growth I'd guess you have high nutrients for starters. the slime buildup would be an indication of low or no flow, it needs moderate flow.

[michaelaz]

thanks ! I thought it was in a mid flow area, Ill move it and watch the nutrients , just didnt want it to out of the light.