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How do I reset my BA ice s controller?
The BA-ICE-1F doesn’t have a reset button, just the little LED on the cap to let you know it’s turned on. If that LED isn’t on and you’re 100% that there’s power going to the unit then your ballast has blown. If the light is on then you have a faulty lamp.
What does A3 mean on UV light?
The Sterilight UV A3 fault means that your UV lamp’s 1-year lifespan has been spent. You will need to order a new lamp and reset the controller to fix this code.
Why is my UV light beeping?
Your UV or Ultraviolet Disinfection System is beeping because there is something wrong, so one of these things has put it into alarm. Your sensor may be dirty, so check that first. The timer has triggered because it has been about a year since the UV lamp was changed and now it is time for a new one.
How long does a UV ballast last?
You need to replace your UV system’s quartz sleeve every 2-3 years.
Why does my ultraviolet light keep beeping?
When should I change my UV light?
We recommend changing your UV germicidal light at least every 12 months to maintain a clean, healthy environment. Lamp life is generally 6 to 12 months for most brands. You can expect to spend $10 to $60 per year for new lamps depending on whether you have a 1 lamp or 2 lamp system in place.
Why is my water UV light beeping?
If it’s not your water quality, and the sensor is clean (if you have one), you’ve replaced the lamp, reset the timer and it still keeps beeping, the ballast is faulty and needs replacement. Stop by the store for a replacement lamp or ballast.
How do you troubleshoot a UV light?
First look and make sure the lamp is glowing. Your UV should have a clear portion that allows you to see if the light is burning. You should never look directly at a glowing UV lamp. If it is not working the lamp is bad, the ballast is bad, or there is an electrical problem.
How do I know if my UV light is still good?
A UV lamp should not be kept running after 3 years. The UV system should just be turned off until the lamp is replaced, because it effectiveness is spent and it will simply waste energy. The excessive energy consumed by an aging lamp can cause the power supply to overheat, potentially causing a complete system failure.
Do UV lights lose their effectiveness?
Like your average light bulb, UV lights have a finite life span that requires them to be changed on a regular basis. As these lights operate, they slowly lose their effectiveness as a germicidal agent by about 15 percent each year.
Do UV lights need to be replaced?
Typically, a UV lamp being used primarily to disinfect the air circulating through a home or small office should be replaced every 9000 hours or approximately every 12 months.
How do I know if my UV lamp is broken?
How do you know if your UV bulb is bad?
If it turns a violet shade, the UV light bulb is functioning. If it remains primarily white, the UV light bulb might be defective. If you are unsure, transfer the bulb to another light fixture and try the same test again. If it still fails, the light bulb is not good.