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Q. What is an Ion?
A. Ions are positively charged atoms.
Q. What is Ionization?
A. The electronic release of silver and
copper Ions.
Q. How does Ionization
work?
A. A safe low voltage DC current is applied
to the silver & copper electrodes. As the ions attempt to move from one
electrode to the other, many of them become suspended in the water.
Q. How does silver / copper
ionization purify water?
A. Copper ions have the ability to pierce
the protective outer membrane of a cell and disrupt enzyme balance thereby killing
algae. Silver is effective because of its capabilities of interfering with DNA
production and accelerating the death phase of bacteria and viruses. Although lethal to
bacteria and algae, this process is completely safe for humans. A multitude of scientific
tests have been done proving the effectiveness of copper silver ion systems in and spa
applications. Experimentation at the University of Arizona proves that such
mineral ions, in conjunction with trace chlorine are 1,000 times more effective against
algae than chlorine alone. Today the use of these metals is widespread and highly
advanced as is the equipment used to produce them for water treatment.
Q. Is ionization all that
you need for your water?
A. Silver & copper ionization
completely purifies water. It is usually necessary to add an oxidizing agent
(chlorine or non-chlorine shock) periodically to help break down excess organic debris,
suntan and body oils etc.
Q. Is ionization safe?
A. Not only is it safe, but
the minerals used for water purification are recognized as essential minerals to the body.
Normal concentration in spas and hot tubs is about 1/3 the amount allowed by the
Environmental Protection Agency for drinking water.
Q. How is ionization safer
than chemicals?
A. Most, if not all of the chemicals used
to purify water are caustic and or toxic. Many of which are now thought to be
Carcinogenic.
Q. How is ionization better
than chemicals?
A. The need for high levels of chemicals is
eliminated. Also eliminated are the strong chemical odors, damaging effects on hair,
skin, fabrics, liners and spa equipment.
Q. What are the operational
costs of ionization?
A. In most cases, the electrodes will last
three to five years and are relatively inexpensive to replace. The only other cost
is the electrical consumption which is only a few dollars a year.
Q. How often will I have
to test the water?
A. You will need to test the ion level
every few weeks and maintain proper water balance. The ion system is pH neutral so
it will not change your water balance like chemicals do.
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