Bill Manke
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Anyone have one of these units in working order? If so how do you like it? I have one but have been having problems with the quality of water ever since I got it.
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Aquamizer 1000 reclaim?
- Thread starter Bill Manke
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Is this the one www.aquamizer.com
I have never heard of these people. But then again, they have most likely never heard of me either. They do make an , to me, astounding claim on their web site that says 100% of the systems they have sold are still functioning. If that's true, good for them. What have they said may be the cause of your issues? Please let us know. While I may not be familiar with this company, I, like most others here, do have a trained nose for inaccurate/false statements. It's gotta pass the smell test as they say.
Bill Manke
Member
Yes that is the website. The water quality smell just hasn't been as good as it should be. When I got the unit it was damaged. Looked good but after a really close inspection the 2 pumps were broke loose. I don't think that is the cause of the problems, it was just a coulpe of plastic fittings to fix them. I think it is the ozone distribution not being quite right. I have been trying to figure out how ozone is produced to figure out better how it is distributed.
There should be an ozone production panel on the unit. While it's difficult to measure the ozone production in the field, you can get an estimation of it. There should be a hose coming from the ozone unit going to some induction tube. Pull that hose off while it's on and BRIEFLY pass it under your nose. You should be almost rocked back by the gas. If working ozone kills bacteria, even those living in our noses. Not a real smell to it, but if it's there you will definitely notice it. If you don't notice anything, there's your problem. Did you get a warranty with this? And out of curiosity, if the company has 100% of their units still working, how did you come upon a used one?
Bill Manke
Member
I know where the ozone genorator is on this machine and it is producing ozone. But trying to figure out if it producing what it should. Yes it has a warranty. And they are working with me to resolve the issue. Was just wondering if anyone else has one of these unit in service and what has there experience been. I saw a couple working before I bought this one and they seemed pretty impressive. But just wanted some more feedback on likes and dislikes. This unit was a new unit not used. I still haven't seen on there website that they claim 100% of there units are in service.
Bill, here is the link to their web page that states 100% of their units are working.
http://www.aquamizer.com/home/aquamizerdistribution.html That in itself may or may not be relevant. Kind of depends on how many units they have in the field, and how old they are. It does seem not too many visitors here have them. It's my understanding that the device that actually measures the ammount of ozone in a test sample, is not a portable thing you can buy at Graingers. Since the ozone system is what controls the odor, my suggestion would be to send it back to them and add a little chlorine to keep the odor in check. Let us know how it gets resolved.
http://www.aquamizer.com/home/aquamizerdistribution.html That in itself may or may not be relevant. Kind of depends on how many units they have in the field, and how old they are. It does seem not too many visitors here have them. It's my understanding that the device that actually measures the ammount of ozone in a test sample, is not a portable thing you can buy at Graingers. Since the ozone system is what controls the odor, my suggestion would be to send it back to them and add a little chlorine to keep the odor in check. Let us know how it gets resolved.
robert roman
Bob Roman
Many times the problems associated with reclaim systems in car wash are due to poor installation.
For example, if the reclaim unit and underground settling tanks are not sized properly for the volume of demand, this can lead to excessive amounts of particles and entrained oil that can clog filters and reduce the efficiency of the system.
You mentioned that the unit arrived damaged, loose pumps. The PVC fittings in a reclaim system are crucial. If the seals leak, ambient air can be sucked into the system causing turbulance within the lines. Leaking seals can also cause the system lose prime.
If the pumps were knocked loose during shipping, the ozone unit may also have taken a hit cause premature failure. This can be diagnosed by simply measuring the output of the unit with a sensor.
For example, if the reclaim unit and underground settling tanks are not sized properly for the volume of demand, this can lead to excessive amounts of particles and entrained oil that can clog filters and reduce the efficiency of the system.
You mentioned that the unit arrived damaged, loose pumps. The PVC fittings in a reclaim system are crucial. If the seals leak, ambient air can be sucked into the system causing turbulance within the lines. Leaking seals can also cause the system lose prime.
If the pumps were knocked loose during shipping, the ozone unit may also have taken a hit cause premature failure. This can be diagnosed by simply measuring the output of the unit with a sensor.
Bill Manke
Member
The tanks are bigger than they call for but they said that was better.
No Leaks all the fittings that were broke have been fixxed.
I have already sent the ozone back to them to check and they said it was ok.
Bill Manke
Member
Bill, is there a pressure gauge on the circulation Pump showing the discharge pressure? If not, you should install one. Grom working on similar systems, if there is a gauge, it should be showing 20 to 30 psi when working properly. Higher pressure is OK. There should also be some type of flow gauge showing how much ozone gas is being injected. Again, if there isn't one, it would be a good idea to put one in. Both gauges will be under $100.
