Carbon Cartridges (Basic and Premium Series)
Carbon cartridges remove taste and odor, chlorine, pesticides, and other
contaminants from the water. These are a necessity on chlorinated water as a
pretreatment for systems with thin film membranes (TFM), because the chlorine
will greatly reduce the life of this type of membrane. They also help prevent
fouling on the quartz sleeves in systems with ultraviolet sterilizers.
Special Metals Reduction Cartridge (MetalsMaster and BioMaster Series only)
B.2 Reverse Osmosis Membranes
The reverse osmosis membrane is made from a semi-permeable material. Its
function is to separate water molecules from dissolved impurities in the water.
This is accomplished by the application of pressure greater than the osmotic
pressure in water containing dissolved solids.
There are two main types of reverse osmosis membranes. The first type (used in
Basic Series) is made of cellulose acetate (CA). These have a higher resistance
to chlorine, but should not be used on water supplies that have bacteriological
contamination. The second type (used in Premium, MetalsMaster, and
BioMaster Series) are made of a thin film composite material (TFM). These have
a poor resistance to chlorine, but will not be destroyed by bacteriological
contamination. These usually also have higher flow rates available.
B.3 Ultraviolet Sterilizers
The ultraviolet light used for sterilizing is at a specific wavelength (254 nm) that
destroys or inactivates the DNA of micro-organisms to render them harmless.
Important Safeguards:
•
Never look directly at an unshielded UV lamp.
It can cause permanent
eye damage. Always wear protective eye wear such as eye glasses or
safety glasses.
•
Great caution should be exercised when handling a lamp to avoid burns.
UV lamps run extremely hot.
•
To prevent electrical shock, never immerse or wash the unit in water while
the bulb is inside or when the unit is plugged in.
•
ALWAYS DISCONNECT THE UNIT FROM THE ELECTRICAL POWER SOURCE
before replacing the UV bulb or servicing any part of the unit.
•
Never operate the unit if it has malfunctioned, has a damaged cord or
plug, or has been dropped or damaged in any manner.
•
Use only those attachments recommended by the manufacturer.
•
The Polisher Biolyte™ sterilizer should not be used for any purposes other
than its intended function. This unit is designed to treat possible bacteria
contamination at the rated specifications and operating limits listed
below:
Water Pressure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 psi
Capacity @ 10 mic. Clear Water . . . . . . . . 0.7 gpm (3 liters)
Lamp Life. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9,000 hours (12 months)
Output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30,000 microwatt seconds/cm²
WARNING
: This filter must be protected from freezing. Failure to do so may result
in cracking of the filter and water leakage. UV is for bacteria and virus control
only. UV does not kill giardia, cryptosporidium, or other cysts. Make certain that
the installation complies with all state and local laws and regulations.
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