Electronic Copper - Silver Ion Purifier Mineralizer M421

COPPER/SILVER ION GENERATOR

Economy Model M421 designed for residential pools
and fountains up to 25,000 gallons

Kit Includes:

Controller with adjustable output knob
Plug-in UL rated transformer (110VAC)
Electrode assembly (2” T with 1 ½” adapter)
Screw in copper/silver electrodes
Copper color match test kit

How does it work ?

Lifeguard Purification Systems Inc.has adapted NASA technology to bring you a copper-and-silver ionization system for pool water care. Safe variable low voltage DC current is conducted into the chamber and electrolysis takes place. Positively charged ions of copper and silver are released into the water. Follow the manufacturer’s water-care instructions for oxidation, filtration and testing.

Since copper/silver ions do not oxidize (burn-up) sweat, hair oil, bird droppings, etc., oxidation and water testing are still required; follow the manufacturer’s care program and chemical labels. Oxidizer demand depends on pool conditions. Test the water and follow the product labels and manufacturer’s operating instructions.

How Does Chlorine Purification Differ From Copper/Silver Ion Purification ?

Chlorine is used for oxidation and disinfection. Copper/silver ionization does not oxidize organic waste. The manufacturer’s care program includes oxidation and monitoring copper levels; follow the manual and treatment labels.

What is a MINERALIZER ionic generator?Lifeguard Purification Systems Inc. has adapted NASA technology to bring you a copper-and-silver ionization system that requires ongoing water care.

How does it work? Variable low voltage DC current is conducted into the chamber and electrolysis takes place. Positively charged ions of copper and silver are released; copper is a natural toxin to algae and silver to bacteria and
virus.

What's so good about ionizer water? The system adds copper and silver ions. Continue filtration, oxidation and water testing.

Is it harmful in any way? Maintain the manufacturer’s specified ion concentrations and water chemistry. Pool treatment does not make the water suitable for drinking; do not swallow pool water.

What's so bad about chlorinated water? Chlorine remains part of many pool-care programs. Follow treatment labels and test the water; ionization does not replace oxidation of organic waste.

Is it easy to operate? These purifiers automatically come on when your timer starts the pump. An ion level dial on the controller is set to your pool size and personality. Ionized water is not affected by heat or sunlight like chlorinated water but water quality still depends on operation, filtration, oxidation and testing.

How much savings will there be? You will reduce chemical costs per year. Electrical consumption equates to a very small light bulb.

Is it easy to install? SIMPLE! Mount the controller on the watt, cut a 3 1/2" section of PVC pipe and glue in place the ion chamber. Next plug in the UL rated transformer power supply in a GFCI protected 11OVAC outlet. Nothing to it!

Installation:
The Mineralizer Copper/Silver Ionization system can easily be installed by any "handy" homeowner in about an hour or less following the simple installation instructions below. Although the installation procedure is quite simple, we recommend that you familiarize yourself with these instructions and plan your course of action before starting. Some homeowners may opt to contact a handyman or a professional plumber to complete the installation for them.

1) Mount Controller On Wall.

Find an open, clear space on the wall to hang the controller assembly. Mark the holes and mount the controller on the wall using the supplied mounting brackets and hardware. Be sure the placement of the controller is such that the wires will reach from the controller to the electrical outlet and from the controller to the electrode chamber.

2) Measure & Cut PVC Pipe.

Measure twice... Cut once!

Find a clear 6" section of pipe before or after the filter (preferably after the filter, this way only clean water passes through the chamber). Measure the diameter of your existing pipe and make a cutout according to the pipe's diameter:

A) If your pipe is 1 1/2" in diameter then measure and cut out a 3 3/8" section of PVC pipe. Use the enclosed reducing bushings to convert the "T" chamber from 2" to 1 1/2".

B) If your pipe is 2" in diameter then measure and cut out a 2 1/2" section of PVC pipe. Remove and discard the enclosed reducing bushings.

3) Install the Mineralizer "T" Chamber.

File any rough edges from the pipe. Now slip the electrode "T" chamber assembly into place (unglued) and check for proper fit and clearances. Clean all pipe fittings with primer/cleaner before gluing together. If you need to use the reducing bushings, glue them to the "T" chamber first!!
IMPORTANT: When installing the "T" chamber, make sure the electrode chamber is parallel to the ground surface. The unit can also be mounted in a vertical pipe run, as long as the electrode chamber is horizontally placed. If the electrode chamber is mounted in the "UP" position, then the chamber can fill with air. If the electrode chamber is mounted in the "DOWN" position, then the chamber can fill with sediment. Failure to mount the "T" chamber properly could eventually lead to the reduction or elimination of ion generation.

4) Plug Into GFCI Outlet.

Connect the wires from the controller to the electrode chamber and from the power supply to the controller. Plug the transformer power supply into a 110VAC outlet that is protected by a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI circuit). Check the voltage at the electrode terminals with a voltmeter. Voltage should vary from 0 Volts DC to approximately 10-11 Volts DC as output knob is turned from full counterclockwise position to full clockwise position.
IMPORTANT: The GFCI 110VAC outlet must be wired directly to the pool pump's timer assembly so that power to the outlet is supplied only when the pump is operating.

5) Adjustment and Operation.

Operation:
A) Turn controller output power up to 100% and let pump run for 24 hours.
B) After 24 hours test the Copper level with the test kit included.
C) After the Copper level reaches the recommended 0.3ppm to 0.4ppm level, reduce pump run time to normal.
D) Reduce output power level to 50%, check Copper level weekly, and adjust output as necessary until the unit is "dialed-in" to automatically maintain the correct Copper level. After this initial dial-in period you can reduce the frequency of Copper tests to once or twice per month.
E) Add a low dosage of chlorine weekly or when water gets that "dull" look. Most average sized pools only require about 1/2 to 1 gallon of chlorine in an average week. Continue testing and water balancing according to the manufacturer’s instructions and treatment labels.
Note: More detailed information on installation, operation, trouble-shooting, and water chemistry is included in the manual.

Pump Run Time:
Many people using chlorine or bromine in their pools run the pool pump twelve, sixteen or even twenty-four hours a day, especially during the summer. Such long pump run times are unnecessary when using the Mineralizer system. One of the problems with chlorine & bromine is that the UV rays of the sun rapidly breaks-down and dissipates these chemicals, so water circulation during daylight hours is necessary to minimize their loss. However, the sun does not affect the electronically produced ions of the Mineralizer system. Thus, shorter pump run times are possible. With this system, therefore, you only need to run the pump long enough to filter your water.

How long should that be?
A one horsepower pump with 63 feet of head pressure will pump about 50 US gallons per minute. This will turn over a 24,000 gallon pool in about 8 hours. Determine your pump size and pump head (see below) and run your pump long enough to recycle your water once per day in the summer. Typically this is 8-10 hours per day. In the winter you may want to cut your pump run by half or less.

How to determine pump head:
The total resistance to the flow of water is measured in "feet of head". The greater the resistance to flow, the lower the flow rate. The quickest and easiest way to approximate the pump head resistance is as follows:

A) Measure the vacuum pressure at the pump inlet and multiply by 1.13. A reading of 15"Hg times 1.13 equals 16.95 feet of head.

B) Measure the filter pressure (with a clean filter) and multiply by 2.31. A reading of 20psi times 2.31 equals 46.2 feet of head.

C) Add the two together to get the total resistance in feet of head. 16.95 plus 46.2 equals approximately 63 feet of head.

Looking at the chart you can see that a 1HP pump with 63 feet of head will pump approximately 50 US gallons per minute (gpm). Multiply this number by 60 to find the total number of gallons per hour (gph), in this case 50gpm X 60 minutes = 3000gph. Now divide the number of gallons in your pool by the gallons per hour to determine how many hours to run your pump. In this scenario, a 24,000 gallon pool would require 8 hours of run time to turn the pool over once (24,000 gallons / 3000gph