how often do you have to clean the ozone plates? ie: after each use? after several uses?
767870
Owned it for ~ 6 months now, used it several times, no visual signs that they need to be cleaned, and no slowing in performance, so have not cleaned them just yet. So, I suppose it all depends on how frequently it is used. Great unit, still love it, no issues, built to last, highly recommend it to anyone in the market.
767871
Depends how often you use it. If daily, I'd say once a month would be plenty. I just use warm soapy dish water with a soft brush to clean mine. Rinse off with water and make sure they're completely dry before re-installing and using them in the unit. I've owned several more costly units throughout the years, and this one is the most dependable unit I've owned. It's nothing fancy, no nice wood cabinet etc., but it's a great price and does the job. More than happy with mine... I highly recommend it. I also turned several family members on to this unit.
1932869
You do not replace the plates, you wash them 50% Ammonia and 50%water. Use a soft brush on them wash them off with water and let them air dry. About once a month and they will last until they get broke. The unite is 110 volts.
1896124
I've done both. I tend to only use it when I need it in order to preserve the UV bulb life. I clean it once a week when I'm running it continuously. The little blue patch on the side is actually a piece of filter foam. I rinse that out and usually run the whole things under water. The filter foam has a tendency to pop out, so I just cut my own a little bigger so that it fits a little more snug and is less prone to popping out.
1306003
I had it for 2 years and never encountered this. I could see how it is possible for a unit to put out a slight ozone smell, like the smell just before it rains. No detectable smells have come from my unit, however.
1403284
I don't use mine all that much, but I haven't had to replace the filter yet. I do clean it after each use, but that's easy enough to do.
2177668
Your question is rather vague...I assume you are referring to the ozone odor? If so, your ozone plate inside the machine is probably burned out. Search yahoo for replacement. Many sites have them available.
1509962
Thanks for tip! I will try that next time I clean it. I try to clean once a week but not alway faithful to that schedule, but I will try harder in the future.
1855554
The plates don't need to be replaced. You can use a cleaning cartridge or run the acidic water backwards to clean the plates if necessary. Usually we recommend doing that once in 1-2 years. We provide the instructions on how to do it.
146141
I had mine for several years before I bought a new one. I just cleaned the old one regularly
1116365
You never want to let the ozone function run for that long. Odors are generally taken care of with the "AWAY" setting which is a 2 hour function where you are suggested to be "AWAY". Since the ozone is generated with electric "sparks". the unit would be destroyed running 24/7 without regular maintenance for more than the regular recommended times. You won't need to run it 27/7 unless you have a lot of dead skunks in your attic. This is a good unit, just follow instructions.
494087
You need to clean the plate and the bottom of the unit after each use. If you don't you risk of a grease fire.
705137
I have use these ozone generators for many years, I have never had to remove any electronics. In fact, paper copiers give off a fair amount of ozone from the high voltage supply inside, never hurting the the copier itself. Some rubber products can be damage, but this would take some time, months of exposure. Your safe in using it for short periods, 1-3 hrs at a time.
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First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in your machine. First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in... » Read More First off, these are not filters but an electroplate of sorts that creates a charged spark (think lightening) that changes the ions in the air that is pulled past the plates creating the clean ozone smell. I have had two of the machines for about 15 years and Ammonia is what I was told to use. Actually, the person I purchased them from said ammonia based window cleaner works and that is what I have used with a soft brush then rinse The metal filter in the back of mine I wash with dishwashing liquid. As the other person who replied indicated, they must be thoroughly dry before reinserting in your machine. « Show Less
1432188
I clean mine more frequently but that is different for every system. I usually get 3-4 cleanings per filter and I know it is time to throw it away when the pressure stays high after cleaning.
1908434
We have been using an Alpine Living Air Purifier Ozone Generator which appears to be identical to this unit running for over 15 years in our living room. I have never had to replace the plates, just wash them maybe once or twice a year. Dust can become an issue so I take it apart and clean it once a year also. Still runs good except the fan has become a bit sticky and hard to start so I could probably replace that for about $10! A great machine for the price! The Alpine was over $400 as a multi-level deal rip-off!
918932
No Ozone, ( Ozone overused is not good for you). But I seem to notice the air "Tasting" dryer if it's on 24/7. So I just run it a few hours a day.
1954660
Regarding the "ozone" concern.....the company states the following:"No ozoneA specially designed UV-C light bulb is used so no ozone is produced. The UV-C light bulb (model LB1000) needs to be replaced every six to eight months depending on use."I personally had one and loved it. Ran smoothly!