UVC Induct FAQ's

Q. What is the best furnace filter to use with your induct system?

A. If you're no handy and don't have a drill and drill bits, we recommend you hire someone to install your unit. If you're handy, you'll have no problem at all.

Q. Does this unit produce ozone?

A. No.  UVC lamps at this wavelenght produce other types of oxidizers to clean the air in the presense of a catalyst which are not lung irritants like ozone in high concentrations.

Q: Does your UVC  induct system produce any ozone?

A: UV lamps produce noticeable ozone but not UVC lamps. So no, they do not produce any noticeable ozone. (0.002ppm) To put that in perspective, .8 is considered a high concentration of ozone by the EPA.

Q: How often do I have to replace the UV lamps?

A: The Ionic Zone IZ-UV72 UVC germicidal lamps operate at a wavelength of 253.7 nanometers and can last as long as 3 years. Each lamp is under warranty for 1 year, and 36W replacements are only $19.99 each, not $40 or $80 each like other companies (we don't mark them up)  We recommend annual changes of the UVC lamps for maximum ultraviolet air sterilization however.

Q: What kind of warranty does IZ-UV72 come with?

A: 10 years against parts and labor.  If it fails within 10 years, just give us a call.

Q: What if I don't have forced air?

A: The IZ-UV72 is for ventilation systems only. If you don't have forced air, we recommend the NQ Clarifier2-4 UV lamp air purifier or the Airpura 600UV.

Q: I've just received my UVC induct air purifier. The instructions explain everything well, but I'm still not sure where to put it?

A:We recommend installation above the AC coils is possible, but anywhere in your duct work is fine. If you do not know where the AC coils are located, just look for a drain hose or copper lines entering your air duct. Some AC systems have a thin metal lawyer and insulation around the section of duct where the coils are located. Others have coils from the top to bottom. If you cannot drill right into the steel case of your duct work, call a professional or find a place away form the coils to install. You must be especially careful not to drill right into the AC copper lines near the coils. It's a good idea is to drill a very small inspection hole above the coils. If you encounter fiberglass insulation, call a local HVAC company to get free installation advice over the phone or to schedule an installation.  If you do not have A/C you can install the unit easily in the cold air return line, which is the duct that brings the air in the home or building to the furnace so it can be heated. If you're in doubt, call a heating & air conditioning company to install it for you. It doesn't cost much to have it professionally installed. Install time for professionals is usually less than 15 minutes.

Q. The HVAC contractor wants to cut the cord and wire it to the fan re-lay so it turns on when the fan turns on. Is this okay?

A. Our induct system is made to stay on all the time. Keeping the UV lamps on all the time will mean your AC coils remain mold and bacteria free.  It's also a good idea to run the fan on your HVAC system at least 12-18 hours a day.  The fan in your HVAC system is very powerful and it's capable of changing the air in your home ever 30 minutes to 1 hour, deepening on the size of your home. (Check your HVAC manual for the exact ACH readings) While HEPA filtration on a room to room basis is useful, the best way to remove dust from your home is to use a MERV 11 filter, our UVC induct system, and leave the fan running. Not only will you collect dust, you'll keep your air mold, virus, and bacteria free. Besides, most AC fans run on 20-30 watts, so it won't break the bank.