Siphoning unwanted debris from the tank is a regular part of good maintenance. The siphon can be simply a length of plastic hose. Place one end in the water and the other in a bucket on the floor. Suck on the lower end to start water flowing. Hobbyists squeamish about this procedure will find self-starting and even electrically powered siphons in their local aquarium shop.
A handy accessory for cleaning the gravel bed consists of a long funnel, wider in diameter than the hose, attached to the intake end of the siphon. This design enables water and fine debris to be siphoned out, while leaving heavier gravel or sand on the bottom. I find this gadget to be a good investment.
Change some water and siphon out debris once a week and your tank will remain sparkling clean and healthy. Some hobbyists like to do a larger water change and more thorough vacuuming every month, as well. Choose a routine that suits your schedule and stick with it.
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