[APD] Diffusor clogging

[Dave Gomberg <dave1 at wcf_com>]

At 09:00 6/13/2007,  Scott H wrote:
>It more likely to be biofilm, including sugards, proteins, bacteria 
>and algae, that gunk up the device.

Bacteria and algae will have a terrible time with the low pH at the 
diffusor surface.   Similarly for proteins.  Sugars are soluble in 
water, so there goes that idea.

In hard water the usual culprit is CaCO3 deposits, which come off 
fine with vinegar.

In soft water the usual culprit is acid-resistant strains of algae, 
which are killed by bleach.



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