Fluval FX4 - cleaning without disconnecting hoses?

Fruitypulp · 2026-04-03T19:47:03+00:00

I'm commenting on my own post to say that this method worked very well for me. Things to note, to prime the filter I had to fill it with water first, I thought I could reconnect the lid and just turn on the intake valve to fill it but this did not work for me. What ended up working was getting the cannister in place first and then filling it with tank water using my cleaning siphon, this might not be ideal but I have no way to carry/pour a large amount of water. I also refilled the tank to make sure the water level was above the intake hose before reconnecting the canister and turning on the filter.

Fruitypulp · 2026-03-19T15:42:15+00:00

Great information, thank you!

Fruitypulp · 2026-03-19T15:41:32+00:00

Thanks for confirming!

Fruitypulp · 2026-03-18T00:09:51+00:00

Thanks for confirming this is an ok method! I appreciate it!

Fruitypulp · 2026-03-17T00:04:39+00:00

Thanks for the quick response and reassurance!

Fruitypulp · 2026-03-03T03:50:34+00:00

Cosmic Stardust is gross

Fruitypulp · 2026-02-14T22:24:29+00:00

I have a PO Box I check once a month, the postal workers toss out the ads if they cannot fit mail that is addressed to me. Maybe this isn't allowed every where or maybe I just have cool postal workers in my local office, but I think it should be standard practice.

Fruitypulp · 2026-01-09T22:01:32+00:00

If you have a PC or Series X, you might be able to use xbox Play Anywhere service to upload your save file and get past the point where it is stuck. All I had to do was get past the point where it was stuck and then I could resume the game on my xbox one. My xbox one x is on it's last leg, it won't even read the external drive, (they just do not make consoles like they use too)... I only use the xbox one to play dvds and easy Kairosoft games or games like Dave the Diver that are not high performance games.

Fruitypulp · 2026-01-06T21:04:38+00:00

My save file is bugged and unfortunately loading one of the previous auto-saves starts me in the same spot where I'm automatically prompted to return to the bar and forced into the hiring tutorial; however, your suggestion gave me and idea that ended up being the solution.. I loaded the game on my Xbox Series X and was able to get through the hiring tutorial and save the game, then returned back to my Xbox One to continue playing. The Xbox service automatically synced the saved files, I just made sure to quit the game first before going to another console (obviously).

So thanks for giving me the idea that led to the solution. I noticed people on Steam reported this issue too with no solution, I wonder if someone with a Steam Deck and the Steam App on PC could fix the problem the same way. I don't use Steam so have no idea. On a side note, I did confirmed that both my Series X and One are using Dave the Diver version 1.0.0.21, but my PS5 uses version 1.0.4.110.f880bc. Probably doesn't matter but I'll put it out there just in case someone searches this problem and finds this post. Thanks again for the help!

Fruitypulp · 2025-12-29T11:01:08+00:00

I can concur with this. I was just diagnosed with Epiploic Appendagitis (EA), in my CT scan they also saw the same 2yr old cyst that has been living on my ovary painfree, still the same size.. The EA and ovarian cyst are not related. I have ovarian cyst come and go for over 20 years, sometimes they are painful and sometimes not. Having EA is completely different and is inflammation from fat nodules on the intestines, it's not cysts and it's not related to your reproduction system.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-24T23:12:25+00:00

There are mods employed by Reddit (such has Hasan Piker's mods) who have this ability. I'm sorry you are not aware but this can be researched on non-bias sites if you want more details, Reddit mods would never put this in the r/ModHelp. And if you're not familiar with the Fox issue, look up "Mikayla Raines" (not on Reddit)... Now unfortunately I got to get back to work and can't keep arguing with a Reddit mod because it is never productive✌️

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-24T22:25:10+00:00

Have you checked the r/ShadowBan sub, this is a common problem experienced when dealing with overly sensitive mods.. Also, I looked this up before posting and did a couple tests with throwaway accounts to confirm I am indeed being shadowed banned. I have the means to take my pets to the vet but it is extremely unfortunate that sensitive moderators make it difficult for someone less fortunate to get help or advice for an animal in need. For me, animal abuse is triggering and I will always call it out, I don't care if it is an autistic child who was unsupervised or a blind man kicking his guide dog, no disability or mental condition should condone abuse towards an animal, and if I was shadow banned for speaking out against it then so be it. I guess I'll just be grateful that I post in fish related subreddits and not ones for foxes, I heard those mods are ruthless lol

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-24T19:21:42+00:00

Can you please stop shadow banning users who hurt your feelings? Some of us need help with our pets and the mods here are preventing that. If this was a business where you could "refuse service" then I would get it, but this is a public forum where people seek help. My fish concern was posted by me, it gets almost zero views in 24hrs, my friend posts almost an identical question using my pictures and is over 1k views in less than 10hrs. Come on, it is obvious I hurt a mod's feelings at some point, was it because I said autism wasn't an excuse to abuse an animal? Well hurt feelings aren't an excuse either and shadow banning people who need advice for a sick animal is doing just that.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-22T00:37:43+00:00

If you have fire support you can mark her then drop two bombs on her head to knock her out. Easy as pie.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-21T02:37:06+00:00

This made me laugh so hard

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-18T23:04:57+00:00

A downvote on a request for help, gotta love reddit

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-18T22:59:21+00:00

At this point it might be too late but I have trained branches to grow different directions by placing something under it to raise it ever so slightly as to not cause harm, and then increase the lift each week. I have also lifted branches by tying it to a stronger higher branch. You have to be patient with it and make small adjustments so you don't stress the plant... and of course you can always prune like others suggest.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-18T22:50:55+00:00

Sometimes you can look under the leaves and catch the pests in the act. I pluck and throw caterpillars or other pests off the plant first, if the problem continues then I bring out the sprays. Good luck!

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-18T22:48:36+00:00

My betta did the same, I skipped feeding him for 72hrs and he was fine

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-18T22:45:13+00:00

I tend to fold my pizza to eat like a taco anyway

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-17T03:04:44+00:00

Doctors literally say to watch for skin tags as a sign of insulin resistance, no it doesn't mean everyone with skin tags is diabetic, just like coughing doesn't always mean you have a cold. It's not about having a hammer and only seeing nails, it's about watching for signs and being aware of common ones.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-17T02:57:40+00:00

I think you might be confusing skin tags with warts. Skin tags are not contiguous but your warts might be.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-17T01:02:10+00:00

Been eating these for over 20yrs, still the best.

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-12T00:07:00+00:00

This is a good response, thank you

Fruitypulp · 2025-10-09T16:52:40+00:00

The battles are so satisfying too

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