KLEAR FLO II
AUTOMATIC WATER CONDITIONERS
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PRINCIPLE OF OPERATION
The Klear-Flo II uses a four-step process called Oxidation/Filtration to reduce the levels of iron, manganese and hydrogen
sulfide gas from potable water without the need for retention tanks, chemicals, air compressors and re-pressurizing pumps.
The system is comprised of two vessels and controls connected in series. The first being the Oxidizer Vessel and the second
being the Filter Vessel. The Oxidation/Filtration process modifies the characteristics of the water flowing through the vessels.
The individual steps are described in their order of occurrence:
1. Oxygen Enrichment - Flowing water and air are combined under pressure. The flowing water takes on a higher
concentration of air similar to carbonating a beverage. This step occurs in the top of the Oxidizer Vessel.
2. Acidity Reduction - The corrosive effects of aggressive water is reduced. As a result, metallic components of the
plumbing system will be protected from corrosion. The reduced acidity also promotes a rapid reaction between the
oxygen introduced in Step # 1 and flowing water to promote Precipitation. This step occurs in the bottom of the
Oxidizer Vessel.
3. Precipitation - The oxygen component of the air reacts with dissolved compounds of iron, manganese and sulfide in
the flowing water. The oxygen safely breaks the dissolved compounds down into a harmless particulate state that is
readily removed by Filtration. This step occurs in the top of the Filter Vessel.
4. Filtration - Particles (oxides) of iron, manganese and sulfides are removed from flowing water. Multiple layers of granular
media trap the oxides passing only clear, odorless, stain free water. This step occurs in the bottom of the Filter Vessel.
The
Oxidation/Filtration
process silently treats water on demand over a wide range of flows. During operation, the com-
pressed air charge in the Oxidizer Vessel enriches the water with air containing Oxygen. The Oxygen provides the chemical
energy needed to produce iron, manganese and sulfur oxides. The newly formed precipitated oxides are trapped in the Filter
Vessel as water is treated. The treated water exits the filter with an excess of dissolved air causing a cloudy (milky) appear-
ance when first dispensed. Upon standing the water clears as the excess air escapes.
Eventually the compressed air charge depletes and the Oxidizer Filter is filled to capacity with oxides. A charge sequence
is required to both replenish the air and remove the filtered oxides. The system is fully automatic and self recharges on an
adjustable, programmed time schedule. The amount of filtered water delivered is dependent on the amount of contaminants
in the water and the frequency of recharges.