SMART UV Sterilizer Installation

SMART UV sterilizers require no additional hardware for wet applications. Regardless of the application, solid waste should be removed from the water before it enters the UV sterilizer. Proper installation improves performance, longevity and safety. Install our SMART UV sterilizers where they can be easily serviced. Do not operate the UV lamp with a new installation containing fish until the water has been tested, showing that the nitrification cycle has been completed and biologically balanced.

Note: See UV Specifications Charts for Inlet/Outlet Information.

SMART UV Installation Locations Our SMART UVs are used in a variety applications to control waterborne pathogens; we encourage you to consider the installation/operation recommendations provided here.

Solid Waste Removal - Operating the SMART UV after the mechanical filter increases its overall performance. Suspended solid waste will absorb UV light and reduce the UV transmittance through water.

EA Recommended Water Flow Rates - When operating EA SMART UV sterilizers we encourage you to use our recommended water flow rates. Most competing UV's are supplied with exaggerated flow rate information that greatly jeopardizes their
performance. Any deviation from our recommendations will void our Green to Clear in
3-5 days Guarantee.

Small Ponds (up to 1,000 Gallons) using a Dedicated Submersible Pump
For small ponds, or for applications where the SMART UV is operated independently from other filters, this installation configuration is ideal. Matching the pump to the SMART UV's recommended flow rate is critical to the UV's performance. Installing an adequate mechanical pre-filter on the pump suction ensures that solids-free water will be sent to the SMART UV.

Small to Moderately Sized Ponds (up to 5,000 Gallons) using Skimmer and Falls

This is a very popular filter system style. Placing the UV between the skimmer box and the bio-falls filter ensures that pre-filtered water reaches the UV, increasing its performance while reducing maintenance. Often the capacity of the pump exceeds the capacity of the UV, if this is the case, install a by-pass manifold. Be sure that the skimmer is equipped with mechanical (solid waste removal) filtering capacity.

Larger Sized Ponds (above 5,000 Gallons) Surface Skimmer / Pressurized Filter This is a very popular filter system style. Placing the UV between the skimmer box and the bio-falls filter ensures that pre-filtered water reaches the UV, increasing its performance while reducing maintenance. Often the capacity of the pump exceeds the capacity of the UV, if this is the case, install a by-pass manifold. Be sure that the skimmer is equipped with mechanical (solid waste removal) filtering capacity.

The SMART UV is positioned after the mechanical filter where it can receive only solid waste free water, optimizing UV transmittance/performance. Notice the 3-way valve that regulates suction from the skimmer and drain to the pump, allowing flow control. Next, multiple "clean water returns improve circulation in the pool suspending solid waste, helping it to find the filter. If you have a flow rate that exceeds the UV’s, install a by-pass manifold. (see diagram #2)

THINK GREEN

Lamp Recycling
Emperor Aquatics, Inc. recognizes that we all have a responsibility as global citizens, to minimize our strain on the environment. The steps we take today to preserve our planet will have major repercussions on the health and well-being of our children.

Hg UV Lamps contain mercury, and should not be placed in the trash. Please recycle your old lamps or properly dispose of them as hazardous waste. Visit www.lamprecycle.org or call 1-866-457-6697 for more information.

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