Is there more detailed information on specifically how these light bulbs clean the air, remove mold, etc.?
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The ballast (inside the plastic white part) contains a high voltage generator that is attached to a needle that is sticking up through the middle. This high voltage negative charge ionizes the air around the needle. Negatively ionized molecules cling to positively charged molecules (like dust in the air or the walls and floor). This causes "clumping" of particles until they are heavy enough to fall out of the air to the ground or causes them to stick to the walls and floor. High ion environments suppress the the growth of molds and bacteria, but not entirely. This has all been extensively researched. You can google "how do negative ion generators work" http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_ioniser
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The ballast (inside the plastic white part) contains a high voltage generator that is attached to a needle that is sticking up through the middle. This high voltage negative charge ionizes the air around the needle. Negatively ionized molecules cling to positively charged molecules (like dust in the air or the walls and floor). This causes "clumping" of particles until they are heavy enough to fall out of the air to the ground or causes them to stick to the walls and floor.High ion environments suppress the the growth of molds and bacteria, but not entirely. This has all been extensively researched.You can google "how do negative ion generators work"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_ioniser The ballast (inside the plastic white part) contains a high voltage generator that is attached to a needle that is sticking up through the middle. This high voltage negative charge ionizes the air around the needle. Negatively ionized molecules cling to positively charged molecules (like dust in the air or the walls and floor). This causes "clumping" of particles until they are heavy enough to fall out of the air to the ground or causes them to stick to the walls and floor.High ion environments suppress the the growth of molds and bacteria, but not entirely. This has... » Read More The ballast (inside the plastic white part) contains a high voltage generator that is attached to a needle that is sticking up through the middle. This high voltage negative charge ionizes the air around the needle. Negatively ionized molecules cling to positively charged molecules (like dust in the air or the walls and floor). This causes "clumping" of particles until they are heavy enough to fall out of the air to the ground or causes them to stick to the walls and floor.High ion environments suppress the the growth of molds and bacteria, but not entirely. This has all been extensively researched.You can google "how do negative ion generators work"http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Air_ioniser « Show Less
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Hope it helps. The key I've found is making sure the only source of light & air is that hole at the back.
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I think that is true. I noticed the light stays the same, but I haven't bothered to get the manual out to find out if there is a way to reset it. I just clean it periodically and it has been fine. Still works really well and has significantly reduced the dust in my bedroom.
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These do a great job of cleansing the air. It took quite a while for me to realize that they really do work since I had recently done my floors. You need to buy the higher watt bulb. Either 15 watt or 25 watt. The bulb included with purchase is not strong enough.Great purchase.
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I don't know if they effect the air quality and I don't know how you would even know if it did. I do know they are very pretty. I have 3 of them and if they do effect the air qualty that's great, if not they make really good night lights. I have 1 in my room, 1 in my daughters room, and 1 in my livingroom.
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I will be very honest with you, this unit I got, the UV light shorted out or burned out. But they replaced the whole unit for me. However, I did not get the same one with the UV in it. So I have never replaced the bulb! I had no problems with the company & recieving my replacement filter. I don't know if this helped you or not.
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JNH sells a bulb that is supposed to "ionize" the air to clean it, but frankly, I am not sure it does anything. I am also not sure it needs "sterilizing." It is wood and it heats up to 140 degrees in dry heat. Not ideal conditions for germs to live. We only sit on towels and my husband and I are the only ones using it. That said, we have scrubbed it with a spray disinfectant but honestly, I do not feel it needs frequent cleaning.
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Hello laura! i berly got this product about 2 months ago and i havent changed the light bulbs yet but it wrks great!
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It just takes a standard light bulb. We used the swirly type bulb, that is energy saving, and that works fine.
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The UV light kills mold spores, viruses, bacteria, and more, which leads to better, healthy air. UV lamps are used in air conditioning systems to help prevent mold and mildew growth on the evaporator coils. It's proven technology, and provides healthier, cleaner air quality.
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Manual says the UV bulb should be replaced every year. Filer should be cleaned regularly. A "clean filter" indicater comes on when the filter should be cleaned. A quick vacuum is all it needs.
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Basically they fit directly in the light socket like the stock bulbs and come with a transformer for the bulb and fan. It comes with two and as an added bonus, it takes away the engine code you might get with just the bulb.
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Cleaning isn't required or possible, since the unit burns mold particles rather than filters air. Ours seemed very effective. We use it to reduce molds that come in from the open window. Our first unit lasted 2.5 years before burning out this past weekend. We'd already bought a second unit for a different location. I'll be buying a replacement for the one that just died.
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It's been awhile since I cleaned mine but as I recall, you can take a small flat screwdriver and put the tip between the light cover and the fan housing and lightly pry the cover out. I believe the tabs that lock in the light cover are on the vent sides of the fan housing so that is where you need to pry the cover with the screwdriver. It's also a good idea to clean out the vent openings periodically by either vacuuming out the dust or taking the fan housing down and washing it out. Hope that helps.
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They are like a regular, old style light bulb. I put it in to replace a compact fluorescent, and it surprised me how bright and wide spread the light was. Definitely what you are looking for, it seems to me.
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This machine is awesome, the output is incredible and unlike some other reviews, no issues with our UV light after multiple uses. The UV light, and "Ionizing" effect kills mold/mildew spores and so on, and so running the unit next to/near your AC air return ( while running) should help to keep mold/mildew at bay, however you will need to be out of the house when running the unit due to the high ionizing output. We typically use this machine in a closed room, car, etc. run on hold for a couple hours, then requires a significant amount of "airing out" before re-entering the room. Because your AC air return would be pulling lots of air through ( not just the air from the ionizer), you would probably want to run it longer so that it can effectively get to your entire system. Make sure you and all pets are out of the house... Place the dial on hold ( turn dial counter clockwise to hold position), turn on your AC/ or "FAN" for your AC system, and let it run for a few hours ( depending on the size of your home), then, hold your breath and run in and turn it off, and open your windows to let the house air out. After a cpl hours you should be able to safely re-enter the home, and after a couple days the fresh smell of the ionizer should fade, leaving a neutral "clean" smell throughout your house. Hope this helps... we use it all the time now and love it!
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To remove the bulb: (It's best to not touch the bulb too much!...that being said...) twist the bulb either toward you or away from you. There is an opening at each end of the base, where you will see the metal housing (connectors) pieces where you carefully lift the bulb from each end. Be sure to wipe the bulb(s) with a clean, dry soft cloth OR using an eyeglass cleaning cloth would work too. To replace the bulb: gently put one prong into each opening on the base, twist either toward you or away from you to lock the bulb into place. I hope my explanation helped. : ) (Wipe the bulb with cloth to clean, dust and extend the life of your bulbs!) To remove the bulb: (It's best to not touch the bulb too much!...that being said...) twist the bulb either toward you or away from you. There is an opening at each end of the base, where you will see the metal housing (connectors) pieces where you carefully lift the bulb from each end. Be sure to wipe the bulb(s) with a clean, dry soft cloth OR using an eyeglass cleaning cloth would work too. To replace the bulb: gently put one prong into each opening on the base, twist either toward you or away from you to lock the bulb into place. I hope my explanation helped. : ) (Wipe the bulb with... » Read More To remove the bulb: (It's best to not touch the bulb too much!...that being said...) twist the bulb either toward you or away from you. There is an opening at each end of the base, where you will see the metal housing (connectors) pieces where you carefully lift the bulb from each end. Be sure to wipe the bulb(s) with a clean, dry soft cloth OR using an eyeglass cleaning cloth would work too. To replace the bulb: gently put one prong into each opening on the base, twist either toward you or away from you to lock the bulb into place. I hope my explanation helped. : ) (Wipe the bulb with cloth to clean, dust and extend the life of your bulbs!) « Show Less