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Ozone Questions & Answers

Question: Answer:

What Is Ozone? Ozone is a form of oxygen. It is a strong cleaning, purification and oxidizing agent. It reacts with organics to oxidize unpleasant odors and kill germs. Ozone is O3 or enriched pure oxygen containing 3 atoms instead of 2. Ozone weighs 50% more than oxygen.

Why does ozone kill odors, germs and pollutants? The third oxygen atom is loosely attached and easily seperates from the ozone molecule to combine with other substances. Thereby oxidizing the air polluting substances.

Just what do you mean by oxidation? Oxidation means a substance undergoes a chemical change resulting in a different substance. Odors and pollutants are oxidized to harmless, odorless carbon dioxide and the ozone reverts back to pure oxygen. Fire and chlorine are examples of oxidants.

Is Ozone or ions dangerous? Ozone in heavy dosages is not recommended. Low levels of ozone are safe. The Pure Air Systems from HVAC Sales are designed to be below US. regulatory limits for ozone. There are no dangers associated with ions.

What about maintenance cost? The only maintenance associated with the Pure Air Systems from HVAC Sales is to replace the UV/Ozone chamber in 1 1/2-3 years.

What does ozone smell like? Ozone's cheracteristics odor can be smelled immediatly after a lightning storm or near photocopiers and electric motors, all of which generate ozone. Its odor has also been described as the smell of clean sheets.

How is ozone formed by nature? Trees emit hydrocarbons which are by-products of photosynthesis; together with sunlight, they produce ozone. Also the electric discharge of lightning will produce ozone. This is why the air always smells so fresh after a thunderstorm and in a forest.

Can ozone and ions cure a sick building? Yes, a sick building is caused by tightly sealed buildings with too little ventilation. Odors, bacteria, mold, mildew, chemicals, smoke, carbon monoxide and dust builds up and creates a health hazard. Ozone and ions cannot cure the cause of a sick building, but they can destroy the airborne pollutants that create the health hazard.

Is this like a HEPA Air Filter? Pure Air System from HVAC Sales are far superior to air filters, even HEPA filters. Air filters can only filter solid particulate and have little or no effect on gases and vapors. Filters can actually act as breeding ground for mold, bacteria and fungus.
How long is the Warranty? The Pure Air System carry a three year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The UV/Ozone bulbs are considered a consumable and carry a one year limited warranty. These systems are designed to oxidize odors and pollutants in a normal home or office. Should the odor/pollutant level exceed the system design limits, return it with proof of purchase, and we will issue a full credit towards a larger system plus shipping and handling.

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Question:	Answer:
What Is Ozone?	Ozone is a form of oxygen. It is a strong cleaning, purification and oxidizing agent. It reacts with organics to oxidize unpleasant odors and kill germs. Ozone is O3 or enriched pure oxygen containing 3 atoms instead of 2. Ozone weighs 50% more than oxygen.
Why does ozone kill odors, germs and pollutants?	The third oxygen atom is loosely attached and easily seperates from the ozone molecule to combine with other substances. Thereby oxidizing the air polluting substances.
Just what do you mean by oxidation?	Oxidation means a substance undergoes a chemical change resulting in a different substance. Odors and pollutants are oxidized to harmless, odorless carbon dioxide and the ozone reverts back to pure oxygen. Fire and chlorine are examples of oxidants.
Is Ozone or ions dangerous?	Ozone in heavy dosages is not recommended. Low levels of ozone are safe. The Pure Air Systems from HVAC Sales are designed to be below US. regulatory limits for ozone. There are no dangers associated with ions.
What about maintenance cost?	The only maintenance associated with the Pure Air Systems from HVAC Sales is to replace the UV/Ozone chamber in 1 1/2-3 years.
What does ozone smell like?	Ozone's cheracteristics odor can be smelled immediatly after a lightning storm or near photocopiers and electric motors, all of which generate ozone. Its odor has also been described as the smell of clean sheets.
How is ozone formed by nature?	Trees emit hydrocarbons which are by-products of photosynthesis; together with sunlight, they produce ozone. Also the electric discharge of lightning will produce ozone. This is why the air always smells so fresh after a thunderstorm and in a forest.
Can ozone and ions cure a sick building?	Yes, a sick building is caused by tightly sealed buildings with too little ventilation. Odors, bacteria, mold, mildew, chemicals, smoke, carbon monoxide and dust builds up and creates a health hazard. Ozone and ions cannot cure the cause of a sick building, but they can destroy the airborne pollutants that create the health hazard.
Is this like a HEPA Air Filter?	Pure Air System from HVAC Sales are far superior to air filters, even HEPA filters. Air filters can only filter solid particulate and have little or no effect on gases and vapors. Filters can actually act as breeding ground for mold, bacteria and fungus.
How long is the Warranty?	The Pure Air System carry a three year limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship. The UV/Ozone bulbs are considered a consumable and carry a one year limited warranty. These systems are designed to oxidize odors and pollutants in a normal home or office. Should the odor/pollutant level exceed the system design limits, return it with proof of purchase, and we will issue a full credit towards a larger system plus shipping and handling.