Q. What does the LightningAir do?
A. It purifies the air in
your home or office by breaking down pollutants.
Q. How does the LightningAir purify air?
A. The LightningAir reproduces
the same effective cleansing agents that nature uses to purify the air.
Q. Does the LightningAir produce ions?
A.
Yes. The LightningAir uses a special negative ion generator with dual
needle points to produce the ions. The ions cause dust and other particles
to precipitate out of the air.
Q. How does nature produce ions?
A.
Negative ions are created naturally by waterfalls, ocean waves and changes
in the weather.
Q. How does activated oxygen work?
A.
The LightningAir uses electricity to split oxygen O2
molecules into single O atoms which attach loosely to other O2
molecules to become O3
(activated oxygen). This loosely attached oxygen atom is unstable and
seeks out chemical compounds and other pollutants and oxidizes them
on contact.
Q. How does nature produce activated oxygen?
A. Ozone is created electrically
during active thunderstorms. The electrical discharge creates a sweet
smell that we all know as fresh air. Ozone is also created by ultraviolet
rays from the sun.
Q. How do I know activated oxygen is being produced?
A. Ozone has a very distinctive
smell. So the best indication is your nose. You should notice a very
fresh clean smell in your home or office.
Q. Is ozone safe?
A. Yes, but as with anything,
moderation is the key. Ozone in very high concentrations can be irritating
to mucous membranes and the respiratory system. The LightningAir produces
safe and moderate amounts of ozone, but we recommend you set the square
feet dial properly. The four different models equate approximately to
the size of space to be purified. Before using the LightningAir you
should read the instructions enclosed with each unit carefully.
Q. What is an ozone alert?
A. Ozone is used as an indicator
of pollution. Ozone alerts in cities are a result of high pollution
levels of hydrocarbons produced by the burning of fossil fuels. When
ultraviolet rays from the sun strike the hydrocarbons, O3
is one of the byproducts. Ozone is more easily detected and can be used
as a reference point for the level of pollution.
Q. How does it compare to air filters?
A. LightningAir does not rely
on the air to actually pass through the machine to be cleaned like conventional
air filters. It's not a filter at all. The LightningAir produces activated
oxygen which fills the room and intercepts the contaminant.
Q. What maintenance is required?
A. The plates in the back
are easily removed for cleaning. Simply wash the plates with soap and
water, dry completely and replace.
Q. Where should I place the LightningAir in my
home or office?
A. The LightningAir should
be placed in the room where you have the most pollutants. The LightningAir
is easy to move so you might want to try it in a couple of locations
to help decide what works best for your environment. Some customers
prefer to have more than one unit to better control levels of activated
oxygen in the home.
Q. How long will the LightningAir last?
A. The LightningAir is made
of stainless steel and solid wood construction. Because of the quality
material and superior craftsmanship that goes into each and every LightningAir,
you will enjoy it for many years.
Q. Is it difficult to install?
A. No. Just plug it in and
set the dial for the area you will be treating. Install the LightningAir
in any room, but try to find a place where it can be up off the ground
four feet or more.
