How do you clean a filter pipe?

The following guide explains how to clean aquarium filter pipes that are covered in algae.

According to a video titled "How to clean aquarium filter pipes" on YouTube, cleaning your aquarium filter pipes involves removing the algae buildup that accumulates over time. Here’s how you can do it:

1. Detach the pipes: Carefully disconnect the filter pipes from both the aquarium and the filter unit.
2. Visually inspect: Before cleaning, examine the pipes to assess the extent of the algae coverage. In the video, the pipes are described as "nasty" and "completely covered [in] algae" (0:00-0:22).
3. Cleaning Process: The video directly shows that the pipes are covered in algae and will be cleaned to resolve the issue.