The Water Blog - Frequently Asked Questions
This blog provides answers to frequently asked questions about Wyckomar UV disinfection systems
Water problems that arise in urban areas are different than those outside of highly populated centres. Well water creates different challenges than city water.
Water treatment based on UV and micro filtration is popular for most drinking water applications, making sure the water is safe for consumption.
The technology involved is advanced and there are some specific steps to take in order to be sure a water treatment system is working as effectively as possible.
How Can One UV Model Have Different Flow Rates?
Posted on May 13, 2019
Flow rates are an important component when deciding on the proper size of any UV system.
The purpose of a flow rate specification is of course to help users and contractors select the proper sized UV for their particular application. At Wyckomar we are presenting our UV systems with a variety of flow rates and this FAQ will answer the question of "how can one model have different flow rates?"
Why Does Anyone Really Need A UV System in Their Home Anyway?
Posted on April 12, 2019
Having been a player in the manufacturing of UV water disinfection systems for more than 40 years, we get this kind of question all the time.
Why do I need it?
Is My Water Safe?
Posted on September 24, 2018
Drinking water can be sourced from many different locations so it's important to know where your water comes from in the first place.
Is it well water?
Is it provided by the municipality? (government or local authority)
Is it from a pond/lake or a river?
Is it collected rainwater?
I have a UV System, yet there is a Coliform Count in My Water Test ... ?
Posted on August 9, 2016
The key to using your UV water treatment system successfully involves a little bit of understanding just how the system works. If you have installed your UV system in your home and you continue to get a bacteria count please read this acticle carefully.
Read MoreThere is Warm Water at My Faucet in the Morning... Why?
Posted on July 6, 2014
We are often asked about the issue of heat build-up inside a UV disinfection unit. After all, the UV lamp is on 24/7 and will over the course of several hours, warm up the water inside the UV chamber. This happens only when there is no flow in the system (such as overnight) when the water just sits in the UV chamber and collects some heat from the lamp.
Read MoreDo I need A Surge Protector on My UV?
Posted on June 26, 2014
A surge protector is a simple device that you may connect to your UV system in order to protect it from the ups and downs of the electrical system. We have all lived through temporary blackouts which can last from seconds to hours or longer. These can be caused by any number of things and we are all familiar with the relief that we feel when the power comes back on.
Read MoreHow Often Do I Have to Change the Filters in My UV System?
Posted on March 23, 2014
Your Wyckomar UV water purification system is typically configured with 2 pre-filters before the UV disinfection chamber. The purpose of the filters is of course to remove particles that may interfere with the UV disinfection process. As filters age, they accumulate more and more particles, and during this process the filter pores (tiny holes through which water can flow) become plugged with debris removed from the water stream and this is what causes lowered water pressure in the system.
Read MoreMy Ballast Is Making a High-Pitched Noise
Posted on January 4, 2014
A UV system comes with a ballast that transforms the hydro power to the electrical input that is needed to light up the UV lamp. If the lamp is not on in the UV system, the water is not being disinfected, and the ballast will go into alarm.
Read MoreShould I Use a UV Monitoring System?
Posted April 21, 2013
A UV Monitoring system is used as part of a UV water treatment system to kill bacterial and viral pathogens in drinking water for both residential and commercial/industrial applications. In a typical UV water treatment system the UV lamp is on 24/7 and very slowly diminishes in power over the course of the lifespan of the UV lamp (generally 1 year at which time the UV lamp must be replaced).
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