The document describes BIO-UV's ultraviolet water treatment system as a chlorine-free alternative for pools. It discusses how UV light purifies water by destroying microorganisms, outlines the components and specifications of BIO-UV's product line, and provides installation and operation instructions. The system pairs a UV sterilizer with an automatic REMANENT injector to sanitize pool water without chemicals or residuals. BIO-UV offers warranties for system components and touts the system's simplicity, reliability, cost savings, and environmental friendliness.

1. BIO-UV
GO NATURAL
CRYSTAL CLEAR WATER WITHOUT CHLORINE
BIO-UV ®
Water treatment specialist
ULTRAVIOLET WATER TREATMENT
BIO-UV
introduced ultraviolet water sanitation
for swimming pools
1. How ultraviolet purifies water page 2
2. Ultraviolet energy chart page 3
3. Remanent procedure page 4
4. Advantages of this type of purification page 4
5. Other water treatment systems page 5
6. BIO-UV package page 5
7. Basic procedures page 6-7
8. Application of the system page 8
9. Warranties page 9
Conclusion page 9
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1. Ultraviolet purification
It has long been known In addition, thanks to the reflection produced by the
that ultraviolet lamps at stainless steel (316 L) within the chamber, efficiency
a wavelength of 254 is increased by 20 to 30% (« Westinghouse
nanometers, or 2537 Technical Manual 1987 »).
Angstrom, have high
bactericidal, virucidal Micro organisms must, in theory be exposed to the
and algicidal radiation for a minimum of 1 second. However, BIO-
properties. UV equipment specifications, depending on the flow
Type C ultraviolet rates, double the exposure time to 2 seconds, for
eradicates germs by optimal disinfecting.
aggressively disrupting
the cell metabolisms In order not to hinder the action of the UV-C it is
leading to their important to have a high filtration quality so that
destruction. large particles do not screen the radiation.
The filtration times recommended by the
professionals must be adhered to. This means that
These lamps should not be mistaken for ozone the water may flow through the chambers several
producing lamps which operate at different times per 24 hour period (for example, water at 26°
wavelengths. requires a filtration time of at least 13 hours).
Ultraviolet radiation is measured in micro
watts/second/cm². The key elements for efficient
disinfecting are based, on one hand on the
exposure time (i.e. the ratio between the size
of the pool and the flow rate through the filter
pump), and on the other hand, on the energy
emitted in micro watts/second/cm² at the
furthest point from the lamp.
Performance is measured in milijoules (mj) by
combining the energy emitted by the lamp and
the exposure time.
The BIO-UV range UV-C lamps work at levels
above the minimum required to destroy the
principle micro-organisms which may be found
in swimming pools or spas.
BIO-UV sterilisers perform at levels which are
equal to or superior to standards required for
drinking water (25 mj) at the recommended flow
rates.
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Ultraviolet energy level at 254 nanometres required for 99.9 % destruction of various
micro-organisms (UV energy in milijoule per square centimetre).
Bacteria
Aeromonas 4
Agrobacteria tumefaciens 8.5
Bacillus anthracis 8.7
Bacillus magaterium (vegetative) 2.5
Bacillus subtilis (vegetative) 11
Clostridium tetani 22
Corynebacterium diptheriae 6.5
Esherichia coli 7
Legionella bozemanii 4
Legionella dumoffii 6
Legionella gormanii 5
Legionella longbeachae 3
Legionella micdadei 3.5
Legionella pneumophila 4
Leptospira interrogans 6
Mycobacterium tuberculosis 10
Neisseria catarrhalis 8.5
Proteus vulgaris 7
Pseudomonas aeruginosa (lab. strain) 4
Pseudomonas aeruginosa (env. strain) 10.5
Rhodospirilium rubrum 6.2
Salmonella enteritidis 7.6
Salmonella paratyphi 6.1
Salmonella typhimurium 15.2
Salmonella typhosa 6
Saprolegenia hyphae 10
Serratia marcescens 6.2
Shigella dysenteria 4.2
Shigella flexneri 3.5
Shigella sonnei 7
Staphylococcus epidermidis 5.8
Staphylococcus aureus 7
Streptococcus faecalis 10
Streptococcus hemolticus 5.5
Some products and
Streptococcus lactis 8.8
Viridans streptococci 3.8 industries protected by
Mold spores germicidal lamps :
Penicillum expensum 22
Algae Sugar, beverages, dairy products,
Chlorella vulgaris 22 baked goods, fruits, water, meats
Viruses (processing, packaging, stroring).
Bacteriophage 7 Biologicals (vaccines, serums,
Hepatitis virus 8 toxoids, ointments.
Influenza virus 6.6 Instruments (medical, dental, barber
Poliovirus 21 equipment).
Rotavirus 24 Industrial liquids (oils, dyes).
Hospitals, pharmaceuticals,
cosmetics…
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3. Remanent procedure :
The ultraviolet purification process takes place inside the chamber as the water passes across the
ultraviolet lamp.
Meanwhile the water in the swimming pool is contaminated by swimmers and other exterior elements,
which bring additional micro-organisms into water.
The complete procedure, thanks to the association of the BIO-UV ultraviolet light system and the
REMANENT will completely sanitize the water.
In order to simplify this process BIO-UV has designed an injection pump that automatically injects on a
daily basis a very small amount of REMANENT.
4. Advantages :
Sanitized water
Simple and fast installation
Reliable Economical advantages :
Reduced maintenance
Lamp life 8000 hours It doesn’t prematurely age liners.
No chlorine Lengthen life of pump and filter.
No salt Low maintenance.
No bromine BIO-UV concept needs a very small amount
Automatic operation of REMANENT.
Environmental friendly Skin and hair do not get dry
Unaffected by weather No sinus or eye irritation
Reduced calcium problems No ear infections
Compatible with all types of pool covers
Compatible with all types of filtration systems
Does not effect PH
No corrosive effects
Effective at any temperature
No odor
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5. Chlorine and related products :
Chlorine : fundamentally with chlorine precise PH regulations is necessary and there are unwanted
residuals.
Bromine : same chemical family as chlorine.
Salt generator : makes chlorine from sodium chloride, very corrosive.
Copper/silver ionisation : you need perfect control of the system, not good for liners pools, requires
chlorine residual.
Ozonation : requires chlorine or bromine residual.
6. BIO-UV NEW RANGE
DESCRIPTION UV 170 UV250 UV340
MAXIMUM PRESSURE in use 3 Bar 3 Bar 3 Bar
RECOMMENDED REAL OUTPUT in M3/h
(after loading losses) 17 25 34
EXPOSURE TIME / seconds 2,15” 2,6” 2,75
PERFORMANCE (in millijoules) of the
recommended output above. 25 mj 25 mj 25 mj
(required standard for drinking water : 25mj)
BALLAST 2 2 2
LAMP (number and power) 2 x 55 W 2 x 55 W 2 x 75 W
LAMP DURATION 8000 h 8000 h 8000 h
DIMENSION of UV CHAMBERS in cm 58 58 83
DIAMETER 15 20 15
TOTAL HEIGHT in cm 67 68 94
WEIGHT (dry) in kg 7,9 11 14
CAPACITY IN LITRES 1O,30 18,20 26
INPUT / OUTPUT (diameter in mm)
50 63 75
With joints supplied
MAX. WATER TEMPERATURE in C° 40 40 40
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Basic procedures :
Realizing the function of a swimming pool and its environment it is essential to
follow basic fundamental rules of hydraulic patterns, filtration, and water
balancing. This is important with any alternate sanitation system in order to
meet your expectations, reduce chemical cost, and have healthy water.
Prevention = happiness and savings
Hydraulic system :
There must be adequate water circulation in the swimming pool. The water of the pool must be
maintained for the proper amount of water flow as to reduce dead areas in the pool.
The pump and filter must be adequate for the volume of water of the pool in
order to treat all of the water in a reasonable time (4-5 hours).
Bad hydraulics = development of bacteria an algae
Filtration :
Filtration is essential in water treatment. Its purpose is to retain substances suspended in the water
and different particles in the filtering mass.
An oversized filter will help you save money and you will be able to space out backwashes.
A filter has to be maintained :
It is important to back wash the filter when there is a 10 lbs. differential in the
operating pressure.
Filtration time has to be respected :
Basic rules :
½ of the water temperature
If above 27’ C add 2 or 3 hours.
Above 30 ‘ C 24 hours per day.
Floculation :
BIO-UV ultraviolet light system does not require floculation except in extreme cases.
Warning : never use a floculant with a D. E. Filter.
Water balance parameters :
PH indicates the acidity or alkalinity of the water. It is generally ideal to maintain a PH at 7.4 (neutral
PH).
If under 7 : acid water, aggressive to the skin and pool walls.
If above 7.8 : uncomfortable swimming conditions (itchy eyes), favors algae growth and calcium
deposits.
For some type of construction, a slightly higher PH is needed, in that case a calcium sequestrian
agent should be used at the beginning of the season.
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TH : This is water hardness, the calcium and magnesium content of the water. If the water
temperature is higher than 30’ F. It might be necessary to add a calcium sequestrian agent once per
season.
A water to hard might add calcium deposits and damage plumbing.
A water to soft (acid) is more corrosive.
Elements present in swimming pool water :
Algae : these micro-organisms are mainly transported by air and develop in the pool. To fight them
you would prefer a sanitising product that contained an algaecide, for that reason BIO-UV
REMANENT contains an algaecide.
Organics : swimmers, nature and the environment mainly bring these into the swimming pool.
Organics will be retained by the filtration system and other water treatment procedures.
Micro-organisms : bacteria, virus and fungus are introduced into the water by almost every way
possible. These micro-organisms can be detrimental to your health. The purpose of the BIO-UV
ultraviolet chamber is to destroy these micro-organisms.
The injection of REMANENT avoids the development of these micro-organisms with a 2 seconds
exposure time within the ultraviolet chamber.
Avoid well water
Applications of the system :
For more details on installing the system and technical aspects of installation, see the installation guide for BIO-
UV products.
The BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber has to be installed after the filter and before the heater. It is
recommended to have the water enter the vessel at the bottom and exit at the top.
While performing any work on any of BIO-UV’s products, switch off the product and unplug it from the
electrical source.
The BIO-UV products have to be wired in conjunction with the filtering system so both work at the
same time.
All BIO-UV products have to plug into a 220 volts circuit and protected by a ground fault interrupter
circuit.
The BIO-UV injection pump has to be installed on the return line after the ultraviolet chamber and
heater. It has to be plugged into a 220 volt circuit with the brown wire in the filter box (to avoid injection
while the filter isn’t working). Periodically check the clock on the injection pump to be sure it is at the
same time as the filter clock.
In case of using no automatic PH regulation, check the PH every week and adjust it.
We recommend the use of an automatic pool cleaner to take care of dead zones in the pool.
If using a rolling pool cover, do not use it for several days, most of all if the temperature is high.
When starting the BIO-UV system, carefully, clean the pool and shock it with
hydrogen peroxide : BIO-UV CHOC at a rate of 1 litter / 10 m3, you will start the
pool under ideal conditions. Shock also at the beginning and end of each pool
season.
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8. APPLICATION OF THE SYSTEM
DESIGNS AND PATENTS
REGISTERED
STAINLESS
STEELSTAND
BIO-UV BIO-UV PH
DOSAGE REGUL
BASE FOR QUARTZ PUMP
SHEATH UNION JOINT Ø 50, 63 or 75 (UV40)
BIO-UV SLEEVE TO BE GLUED Ø 63 or 75 (UV40)
REMANENT
PH- or PH+
INJECTION
INJECTION
PH PROBE
HEATING
TRANSPARENT PVC 12 cm Ø 63 BACKFLOW
POOL
FILTER PUMP
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9. WARRANTIES
BIO-UV SA offers a 5 year warranty on the stainless steel chamber and a full one year warranty
on all others components (including UV lamp) from the date of purchase by the original retail
purchaser. This warranty is conditional on the BIO-UV system being installed and operated as
directed in the “Instructions for use”.
BIO-UV SA’s obligation under this warranty is limited to the repair or replacement, at the
companies option, of any BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber which shows evidence of a manufacturing
defect within the warranty period. Replacement parts furnished in connection with this warranty
shall be warranted for a period equal to the unexpired portion of the original warranty.
This warranty does not apply to appearance or accessory items including, but not limited to,
damages due to handling, transportation, unpacking, set-up, installation, repair or replacement of
parts supplied by other than an authorized BIO-UV dealer, improper maintenance, incorrect line
voltage, modifications or repair by the pursacher, abuse, misuse, neglect, accident, fire, flood, or
other Acts of Gods.
This warranty becomes void the event serial numbers are altered, defaced, or removed.
BIO-UV SA reserves the right to make changes in design or to make additions or improvements
to the BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber without incurring any obligation to install the same on products
previously manufactured or sold. The foregoing is in lieu of all other warranties expressed or
implied. In no event shall BIO-UV SA be liable for special or consequential damages arising from
the use of this product, or for any delay in the performance of this warranty due to causes beyond
our control.
Every BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber has been fully tested and inspected before leaving the factory,
however should you encounter problems with your BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber after installation,
please contact your local BIO-UV ultraviolet chamber dealer or contact the company direct for
prompt service.
Warning :
The quartz tube is not warranties if it breaks.
The BIO-UV injection pump and PH regulator are warranties for 1 year – except the PH probe.
CONCLUSION
The BIO-UV system gives you the comfort of knowing that
your water quality is superior to that of any other type of water
treatment.
Ease of installation, virtually no maintenance and optimum
reliability.
Happy swimming From The BIO-UV Team
Société BIO-UV SA
ZAC DE LA PETITE CAMARGUE
34400 LUNEL
Tel + 33 (0)4 99 133 911 Fax + 33(0)4 99 133 919
www.bio-uv.com Email : info@bio-uv.com
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