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Is
Hydropath easy to install?
The unit
simply mounts onto the pipe, and is plugged into the
electric supply and switched on. Installation is very
straightforward.
Can I still drink the water?
Hydropath
does not change the chemical composition of the water in
any way. It works purely on a physical basis, leaving
the water completely potable. Essential minerals are
retained in the water. Unlike water softeners, it is not
necessary to provide a separate untreated drinking
supply.
Will
Hydropath descale, as well as prevent scale?
Yes,
although it may be a gradual process over a period of
months. The way in which Hydropath prevents limescale
from forming on pipework also increases the solvicity of
water - meaning that any limescale which had already
formed will gradually dissolve. However, not all scale
is limescale. Some scale cannot be dissolved and can
only be removed by acid cleaning. Once a system is
cleaned it is less likely to scale up again.
Where
should I fit the Hydropath?
Due to
Hydropath's unique technology, we recommend that the
unit be installed on the cold feed to the heat
exchanger. In the case of a traditional gravity-fed
system, this would be the down pipe between the cold
water storage tank and the hot water cylinder. With a
mains pressure system, the unit should be fitted on the
cold feed, near the water meter.
What is
the difference between the HS-38 and HS-40 units?
The
HS-38 has a 8-volt output, and the HS-40 has a 12-volt
output. This simply means the signal from an HS-40 will
travel further, and work on larger pipe systems. (up to
2.45" OD) Therefore, if you are using the unit to
protect a particular appliance, or you have a simple
plumbing system, an HS-38 is more than sufficient. For
larger and more complex system such as boiler and
cylinder systems, or those already badly scaled, it is
advisable to fit an HS-40.
How much
does Hydropath cost to run?
Less
than a few dollars per year - Hydropath actually uses
12 volts AC, via a transformer connected to the mains,
at a maximum power of 30 Watts for our larger commercial units.
How can
I tell if Hydropath is working?
The red
light on the unit is powered by the signal itself, and
can be relied upon to indicate that the system is being
protected.
What is
the life expectancy of Hydropath?
Hydropath units contain solid state technology with no moving
or mechanical parts. The units are manufactured to ISO
9002 standard and each is fully tested. Properly
installed, Hydropath will give many years of trouble
free service.
Does
Hydropath protect the central heating system?
Yes.
With a traditional system, the signal transmits through
the water in the cylinder and the copper cylinder
itself, via the heat exchange coil into the water inside
the central heating system (primary system) - thereby
protecting the boiler and other components. With a combi
system, the signal transmits throughout the combi boiler
into the central heating system.
Will Hydropath protect the cold water going to the
kitchen etc?
Yes,
Hydropath is not dependent on water flow, like other
devices. The water does NOT have to flow past the unit
to be treated. Rather than taking the water to the
treatment, we are taking the treatment to the water. Our
patented signal transmits along conductive materials,
e.g. water or metal, and therefore throughout the whole
system (primary and secondary), protecting it 24 hours a
day.
How far
does the signal travel?
In a
typical domestic plumbing system, the effective
treatment area of a HS-38 is well over a 100-foot radius
from the unit. This zone refers to the size of the
property rather that pipe lengths. Savastat HS-38 is
certainly powerful enough to treat large properties with
up to three bathrooms.
Is an electric supply required?
Yes, a
mains supply of 120V is required to operate the unit. To
comply with FCC regulations, the units are supplied with
a combined three-pin plug/transformer.
Does
Hydropath work on all types of pipes?
Yes, the
technology ensures that the unique field is induced
longitudinally directly into the water, and propagates
through the entire system regardless of the type of
piping material.
Does the
signal have an effect on sensitive electrical equipment?
No, the
signal is a long wave radio signal on a frequency of
120-200KHz and conforms to FCC Directives including the
Low Voltage Directive. Therefore sensitive electrical
equipment such as pacemakers will not be affected.
Can I
stop using salts in the dishwasher?
No, we
advise that dishwashers be operated precisely as
recommended by the manufacturer.
Does
Hydropath soften the water?
Physical
water conditioners are not water softeners, and
therefore do not provide chemically soft water. However,
since dissolved minerals and salts in heated water are
taken out of solution and clustered by the physical
water conditioner, the water will become slightly softer
and you will find that soap is easier to lather.
Is
Hydropath fully guaranteed?
Yes. See our Hydropath product warranty & performance guarantee pages for these
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