How an Ozonator Purifies Your Spa Water

What is ozone?     

Ozone is a natural gas that is a highly effective oxidizer for spa water.  Ozonators deliver a totally safe level of ozone into the water.  The result is clear, sanitized water with a fresh, clean smell.

How is ozone produced?

Ozone is produced by converting the oxygen in the air into ozone.  The most efficient and reliable ozone generators utilize a special ultra-violet light.  These ozonators draw in natural air and pass it through specific UV wave lengths converting the oxygen into ozone.

How does the ozone get into the water?

Ozone is normally injected into the water through a venture suction injector built into most spas.  On custom built-in spas, a venture injector by-pass system is often installed in the return line, next to the pump and filter.  The ozonator is compact and easily mounts next to the pump system.

What does ozone do?

Ozone will oxidize contaminates and kill viruses and bacteria on contact.  Because of this, chlorine or bromine use is reduced 50-75%.  Ozone has no effect on pH and has no objectionable side-effects.  Water remains clearer, smells fresher, and feels softer.  In addition, scum lines are reduced.

Do I still need other chemicals?

Although ozone will do most of the work, you will need to maintain a small chlorine or bromine residual of 1.0 ppm as assurance that the water will always remain safe and clean.  Since ozone removes contaminates that enter the water, this low level of chlorine/bromine stays in the water much longer, requiring significantly less chlorine to be added.  A shock every week is also recommended, along with maintenance of the pH.

Can I add too much ozone? 

No, ozone tends to equalize at an ORP level of 400-600 ppm, the perfect level for spa oxidation.

Can ozone be used on any spa?

Yes, ozonators are available for every size spa.

Are ozonators reliable?  

Yes, they are virtually trouble-free with practically no moving parts.  You can expect years of trouble-free use before having to replace the unit. 

Will I save money with the ozonator?

Over time, an ozonator will pay for itself in chemical savings.  They use only nominal electricity (equal to a 15 watt light bulb) and require virtually no regular maintenance.  However, the greatest benefit of ozone is the exceptional water quality that results from its use.

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