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How To Eliminate Holding Tank Smells and Keep Boat Fresh - It is Just Science!
December 15, 2020 · 9 min · 28K views · Seattle
What this video covers
Tank Techs RX offers a probiotic-based treatment designed to break down sludge and eliminate odors in marine holding tanks.0:27 The product uses natural enzymes to digest waste, converting solid sludge into liquid and preventing the buildup of struvite—the crystallization of ammonia and methane—within vent pipes and plumbing.7:01 Unlike traditional chemical deodorizers, this treatment requires no back-flushing after pump-outs; users should leave a residual "mother culture" in the tank to maintain the probiotic colony.5:02 The manufacturer recommends an initial dose of three to four ounces for a 30-gallon tank, followed by smaller maintenance doses.4:34 The treatment remains effective in plastic and steel tanks but requires the exclusion of formaldehyde-based products, which kill the active bacteria.3:31 The enzymes also clean tank sensors and prevent clogs in duckbill valves.6:34 The product is marketed under the brand names Tank Techs RX and Forget About It, and is available through the company website or Amazon.8:28
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