sterilize equipment with Potass.Permanangate?

"Charles Spitzer" <charlie.spitzer.DeleteThis@nospam.stratus.com> wrote in message
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> "john chappa" <chappachula2000.DeleteThis@yahoo.com> wrote in message
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> > I want to clean out my aquarium,remove tubes and other equipment, and
> > clean it all thoroughly.How do I use Potassium Permanganate (KmNO4) ?
> > how much to dilute it, and how long to soak, or wipe down the
> > equipment?
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> try using bleach instead. it's cheaper, safer to use, and easier to get
rid
> of when you're done.
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Yes, and if its a smaller tank - sit it out in the sun after to let the
bleach vapor out good. Then rinse well before re-using it.

Permanganate will color your seal purple, and be very hard to clean out.
Very strong oxidation agent and dangerouse for you to handle. Stick with
bleach, about 20% with water..
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