{"title":"Filter starter","description":"\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFilter Start – Right from the beginning\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eInitially, a new filter is nothing more than an empty housing. What makes it the heart of the pond are the bacteria – and they need time to establish themselves. Time that your koi don't always have.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKENJI KOI Filter Starter delivers the necessary microorganisms directly where they are needed. The biological cycle starts faster, ammonia and nitrite are broken down earlier, and the water stabilizes – without a weeks-long run-in phase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eWhether it's a new installation, after cleaning, or after winter startup: those who start their filter correctly will have fewer problems throughout the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"kenji-koi-bacto-balls-1000ml","title":"KENJI KOI Bacto-Balls 1000ml","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eKENJI KOI Bacto-Balls – Live filter bacteria for clear and healthy pond water\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eA filter is only as good as the bacterial culture living in it. Without sufficient nitrifying bacteria, ammonia and nitrite levels rise – invisible but dangerous for koi. Especially after winter, after filter cleaning, or after medication treatment, this build-up starts anew. KENJI KOI Bacto-Balls significantly shorten this process.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eLive starter bacteria for your pond filter with immediate effect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEach ball contains millions of live filter bacteria that are released directly into the filter – exactly where they are needed. The Bacto-Balls dissolve on their own, the bacteria settle and immediately begin breaking down ammonia and nitrite. The filter run-in period is reduced by up to 80%.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eUse in spring and all year round\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eEspecially valuable at the start of the season, after medication, or after filter cleaning – but also recommended as a regular dosage every four weeks for consistently stable water values. Ready for use from a water temperature of 10 °C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImportant: \u003c\/strong\u003eSwitch off the UVC lamp for 10 days for initial dosing, and for 24 hours for repeated dosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDosage and coverage\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003eApprox. 500 ml per 10,000 liters of pond water. 1 liter is sufficient for 20,000 liters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"font-claude-response-body break-words whitespace-normal leading-[1.7]\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDetails of the KENJI KOI Bacto-Balls at a glance:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e From 10 degrees water temperature, KENJI KOI Bacto-Balls can be added to the filter weekly. Before dosing, switch off the UVC lamp for 10 days for new dosing, and for 24 hours for repeated dosing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 500ml per 10,000L pond water. 1L is sufficient for 20,000L\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCaution:\u003c\/strong\u003e Do not use on animals intended for food production.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePackaging: \u003c\/strong\u003e1L packaging, resealable\u0026nbsp;\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Germany\u0026nbsp;\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTip:\u003c\/strong\u003e We recommend a dosage every 4 weeks for consistently good water values.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"KENJI KOI Products","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":44656128885002,"sku":"KBB1","price":19.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/files\/1.jpg?v=1693345867"},{"product_id":"kenji-koi-clean-aqua-boost-160g","title":"KENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost 160g","description":"\u003ch2\u003e KENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Ideal filter starter for the removal of ammonium and nitrite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe KENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost consists of dried bacterial cultures that become active when they come into contact with water and oxygen. Clean Aqua Boost is an ideal filter starter because the bacteria promote the breakdown of ammonium and nitrite and the biological balance in the pond is established and secured. The highly concentrated formula of various microorganisms achieves a high range, which allows a pond volume of 10,000L to be treated with just 25ml and provides immediate relief.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e160g corresponds to: 250ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e The boost for poor water values\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Fast and effective filter starter for koi, swimming and garden ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Can be used in spring, summer \u0026amp; autumn – to promote water quality all year round\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Accelerates the “break-in period” of new filters and helps with reactivation in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After adding medication, as it attacks the bacteria present in the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After cleaning the filter to increase the biology\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\n \u003ch3\u003eDosage of Clean Aqua Boost:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eStarting dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e25 ml (approx. 16g) of the powder per 10,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSubsequent dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12.5 ml (approx. 8g) of the powder per 10,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDissolve the specified amount of powder in a bucket filled with 30°C water and leave it in a shady place for 4 - 12 hours to activate the bacteria. During this activation time, the Clean Aqua Boost should be stirred occasionally to speed up the process and achieve maximum effect. Then distribute the solution evenly in the pond and filter to achieve a quick and good effect. The product should only be used when the water temperature is at least 12°C.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eDanger:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProtein skimmers, UV clarifiers and ozone devices must be switched off for 48 hours so that the bacteria can work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Kenji-koi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45707457593610,"sku":"KCA160","price":26.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/files\/KENJI_KOI_Clean_Aqua_Boost_3.jpg?v=1717069747"},{"product_id":"kenji-koi-clean-aqua-boost-320g","title":"KENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost 320g","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIdeal filter starter for breaking down ammonium and nitrite\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKENJI KOI Clean Aqua Boost consists of freeze-dried bacterial cultures that activate when they come into contact with water and oxygen. This filter starter helps break down toxic substances such as ammonium and nitrite and establishes the biological balance in the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHigh efficiency in pond water\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe concentration of bacteria is extremely high, so only a small amount of Clean Aqua Boost is needed. Just 25ml treats 10,000L of pond water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e320g equals: 500ml\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFast help for poor water quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHighly concentrated filter starter for koi, swimming, and garden ponds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFor year-round use (spring, summer \u0026 autumn)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShortens the \"running-in period\" of new filters and helps reactivate them in spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter adding medication, to restore the biology.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter cleaning the filter to increase the bacterial culture.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDosage of Clean Aqua Boost Filter Bacteria\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInitial dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e25 ml (approx. 16g) of the powder per 10,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubsequent dosage:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e12.5 ml (approx. 8g) of the powder per 10,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eDissolve the required amount of powder in a bucket filled with 30°C warm water and let it rest in a shady place for 4 – 12 hours so that the bacteria can activate. During this activation time, it is recommended to stir the Clean Aqua Boost occasionally to accelerate the process and achieve maximum effect. Then distribute the solution evenly in the pond and filter to achieve a quick and good effect. Application should only take place when the water temperature is consistently 12°C or higher.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAttention:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eProtein skimmers, UV clarifiers, and ozone generators must be switched off for 48 hours so that the bacteria can work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Kenji-koi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45707475812618,"sku":"KCA320","price":52.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/files\/KENJI_KOI_Clean_Aqua_Boost_3_35ada5e4-1cb1-4f32-927e-c8a4c9a1bcf4.jpg?v=1717070518"},{"product_id":"kenji-koi-filterstarter-1000ml","title":"KENJI KOI filter starter 1000ml","description":"\u003ch1\u003e KENJI KOI filter starter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003e Liquid filter starter for best water values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e The KENJI KOI filter starter is used for quickly running in new filters or for reactivating existing filters. Nitrifying bacteria promote the breakdown of ammonium and nitrite and the denitrifying bacteria accelerate the breakdown of organic substances such as leaves, food scraps and feces. The KENJI KOI filter starter contains over 100 million live germs per ml, which provide quick relief for poor water values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Regular use of the filter starter ensures the permanent settlement of the bacteria. Especially after cleaning and the administration of\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003emedications, a filter starter should be used.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Dosage of KENJI KOI filter starter:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e In spring: 8 days daily 25ml per 1,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAfter heavy rainfall and water changes: one-time 25ml per 1,000 litres of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e For maintenance \/ support: 1x weekly 15ml per 1,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eApplication Filterstarter\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e Pour directly into the filter, if available, into the filter mats or Japanese mats. Alternatively, the filter starter can also be tipped directly into the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eSafety instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of children. Once opened, store in a cool, dark place. Protect from heat and sunlight. Note: The bacteria are not poisonous and are not harmful to fish, plants or humans. An accidental overdose will not cause any harm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e Areas of application of the filter starter from KENJI KOI\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e Throughout the year to maintain water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e New pond filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e In spring to reactivate the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After administration of medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e After cleaning the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Kenji-koi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50179836510474,"sku":"KKF1","price":24.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/files\/KENJI_KOI_Filterstarter_1.jpg?v=1729881323"},{"product_id":"kenji-koi-filterstarter-5000ml","title":"KENJI KOI filter starter 5000ml","description":"\u003ch1\u003eKENJI KOI Filter Starter\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"rich-text__text rte\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLiquid filter starter for optimal water quality\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKENJI KOI Filter Starter helps new filters to be quickly broken in and reactivates existing filters after autumn. The nitrifying bacteria it contains promote the breakdown of ammonium and nitrite, and the denitrifying bacteria accelerate the breakdown of organic matter such as leaves, food residues, and faeces. KENJI KOI Filter Starter contains over 100 million live germs per ml, which provide quick relief for poor water quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegular use of the filter starter ensures a permanent colonization of bacteria. The filter starter should be used especially after the use of medication or after cleaning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDosage of KENJI KOI Filter Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn spring: 25ml per 1,000 liters of pond water daily for 8 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter heavy rainfall and water changes: once 25ml per 1,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor maintenance \/ support: once a week 15ml per 1,000 liters of pond water\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApplication of Filter Starter\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd directly to the filter, if available, then into the filter or Japan mats. Alternatively, the filter starter can also be poured directly into the pond.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSafety instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep out of reach of children. Once the product has been opened, store it in a cool, dark place. Protect from heat and sunlight. Note: The bacteria are neither toxic nor harmful to fish, plants, and humans. Accidental overdosing does not cause any damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eAreas of application for KENJI KOI Filter Starter\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThroughout the year to maintain water quality\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNew pond filters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIn spring for reactivating the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter administering medication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAfter cleaning the filter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Kenji-koi","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50186306191626,"sku":"KKF5","price":99.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/files\/KENJI_KOI_Filterstarter_5.jpg?v=1730044692"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0591\/5515\/3105\/collections\/KENJI_KOI_Filterstarter_1.jpg?v=1777814505","url":"https:\/\/kenji-koi.de\/en\/collections\/filterstarter.oembed","provider":"KENJI KOI Products","version":"1.0","type":"link"}