Reuse QT tank

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I have a Fluval Evo 13 that I used to quarantine a few fish under CP. I now want to use it as a frag QT. What steps would you use to clean the tank in preparation? I'm going to get new media, but other than that.....
 

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I try not to use soap around my tank, had a very bad experience. CP is a great medication that breaks down under light. I would just wash the tank with vinegar, than let it sit with fresh water for a few days. Would feel very safe doing it this way.
 
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Great, thanks. Wanted to get some frags at reefapalooza next week and was worried it wouldn't be ready.
 

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Bleach, rinse, rinse, rinse, and dry to remove biofilm;
Vinegar, rinse, rinse, rinse, to precipitate copper residue into a harmless form;
Hydrogen Peroxide, rinse, rinse, rinse, to completely remove any doubt about removing any nasty disease, infection or parasite, like uronema, velvet, etc.
 

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