Uncle Milton Aquasaurs - Manual (Page 2)

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Place the habitat on a sturdy table or shelf,
where it won’t be accidentally bumped or
disturbed. Do not place on surface where
accidental pooling of water may cause
water damage. Do not place it in direct
sunlight or near a heating or air
conditioning vent. Once it is filled with
water, it should not be moved. Never use
insecticide, cleaning solvents, deodorizer,
paint or other chemicals near the habitat.
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Pour in room-temperature spring water to
about one inch from the rim. Do not use
water conditioner. Water temperature
should be 72˚ to 80˚ F (22˚ to 27˚ C). If
necessary, place an incandescent desk
lamp (60 watts) about ten inches from the
top in order to raise the water temperature
and to provide light. It is very important
that the water be between 72˚ and 80˚ F.
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Open the pack of Aquasaur eggs. Do this
over a piece of paper in case any eggs spill
out. Be careful – they’re tiny! Pour
one-half of the eggs into the water. Do not
touch the eggs. Save the other half of the
eggs for another time.
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Stir the water with the plastic stirrer. The
water might get a little cloudy, but it will
clear up.
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You can add a little more spring water to
wash down any eggs and debris which
have clung to the sides of the habitat.
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Replace the lid onto the tank.
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Wash your hands thoroughly with soap
and warm water.
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In one or two days, you will begin to see
tiny Aquasaur babies swimming around.
Once your Aquasaur eggs have hatched, you
will see them grow very quickly. With proper
care Aquasaurs can double their size every
day! Depending on how much food and light
they are given, your Aquasaurs can grow up to
two inches long and live 20 to 90 days.
Please read this guide carefully. Take good
care of your new pets and they will live happy,
healthy lives.
Setting Up the Habitat
VERY IMPORTANT! DO NOT SET UP HABITAT
WITHOUT ADULT SUPERVISION!
These are what you received:
• One Aquasaur habitat (tank, lid, magnifier
feeding cap, base)
• One stick-on thermometer
• One pack of Aquasaur eggs
• One pack of Aquasaur food
• One plastic stirrer
These are what you need to provide:
• Several gallon bottles of spring water
(available at your local food market)
• Sheet of paper
• Pair of scissors
• Disposable cups
1
Rinse all plastic parts in spring water.
NEVER USE TAP WATER OR SOAP, as they
are harmful to Aquasaurs.
2
Remove the lid from the habitat.
3
Peel off the paper backing from the
thermometer and stick the thermometer to
the outside of the clear dry tank. Stick it on
the lower right front side of the clear tank.