Question 1

I have read ozone can degrade rubber, window seals and be harmful to leather and electronics.  After how many uses would this occur if at all?

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The number of uses before problems occur cannot necessarily be predicted because of all the variables in play. What you said about rubber, leather, and electronics is true. Ozone (O3) will readily oxidize (think of corrosion) susceptible materials and can start the break down of certain molecular chemical bonds. Over time, this can include corroding certain metals such as brass or copper and the surface hardening of compounds such as petroleum based rubber. In most cases, occasional exposures to ozone will do no more damage to metals than being around the salt laden air of an ocean breeze, but it still causes added corrosion.  Rubber products, depending on their chemical makeup, may over time start to harden similar to how a car’s windshield wiper blades will harden when exposed to direct sunlight over time. Multiple rubber treatment dressings and related products are available to help preserve rubber products from superficial deterioration. A word of caution here: Some petroleum based products continue their volatile properties (releasing gasses and vapors) long after being manufactured. These gasses and vapors usually react with ozone and this reaction and it’s outcome can vary between even identical products based on many factors. Ozone can cause the appearance of premature aging for leather, although so too can very dry air. Most leather can be fully protected from ozone by simply using whatever product(s) the manufacturer recommends for leather maintenance, such as Chamberlains Leather Milk. As a rule of thumb, most electronic devices should NOT be exposed to ozone because their internal components and conductors can be highly susceptible to ozone accelerated corrosion. In contrast, leather and certain rubber compounds can endure substantial repeated exposures to ozone given due care and material maintenance. When in doubt, remove electronics before introducing ozone into that area (which is why using an ozone generator inside a closed car is a BAD IDEA). Articles containing petroleum substances, such as that beautiful painting on the wall, should be removed unless it’s known that the amount and duration of elevated ozone concentration being used won’t hurt it. In most every case, even in a car, a single one time use of an ozone generator for under an hour should be acceptable.

Question 2

does unit treat whole house with doors open and window aircond. on low or do you have to treat each room sereratly?

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Thank you for your inquiry.

It is best to treat the home as a whole instead of room by room. All interior doors ways and passageways should be open so the ozone can easily migrate throughout the entire home. Having your window air conditioning unit on low is fine. The ideal temperature range for treatment should be between 65-75'F.

The Villa 1000 is capable of treating up to 4,000 square feet / 40,000 cubic feet.

If you happen to have any additional questions feel free to give us a call at 1-800-558-6723.

Thanks!

Question 3

How effective is it to clean the air in a once vermin-infested attic?

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Hi, thank you for your inquiry.

Our OdorFree Machines are very effective at sanitizing spaces and eliminating micro-organisms. It’s important to note that Ozone can only travel the same paths as air flow, meaning that it is unable to penetrate sheet rock/dry wall. Make sure that all passage ways and areas you are wanting to treat are open and accessible to the ozone.

As for Pests, they generally do not like concentrated O3 in their environment and will typically vacate the area. If they cannot leave but remain in a high level of ozone for an extended period, it will likely kill them. Although we do not market our product for bug/pests elimination, many customers have noted that most pests and bugs vacate areas where ozone machines are in use.

Thanks!
OdorFree

Question 4

do I need to remove my plants or cover them before running the machine?

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Hello,

Your plants will be fine with the machine running under normal usage. No need to worry about covering or removing them from the space.

If you have any other questions, please feel free to reach out and let us know.

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OdorFree

ASIN	B01635K1AO
Best Sellers Rank	#146,252 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) #47 in Home Air Ionizers
Brand Name	OdorFree
Color	Blue
Contaminant Filtration Capability	cigarette_smoke, odors, pet_dander, pet_hair
Control Method	Touch
Controller Type	Touch Control
Customer Reviews	4.5 4.5 out of 5 stars (386)
Filter Class	OzonePlateFilter
Filter Type	Ozone Plate
Floor Area	3000 square_feet
Included Components	Plates and Filter
Item Dimensions D x W x H	14.5"D x 11.1"W x 10.9"H
Item Type Name	Ozone Generator
Item Weight	9.8 pounds
Manufacturer	OdorFree
Model Number	Ozone Generator - FBA
Number of Packs	1
Part Number	Ozone Generator - FBA
Power Source	Corded Electric
Special Features	Re-Usable Plates and Filter Included
Specification Met	EPA Certified
UPC	853137004027
Unit Count	1 Count
Warranty Description	For 5 years from the date of purchase by the original owner, OdorFree will replace any defective part due to a manufacturing defect at no charge. For the first 90 days from original date of purchase, OdorFree will replace or repair the product without charge to the customer should the unit prove to have a manufacturing defect or shipping damage.
Wattage	30 watts

OdorFree Villa 3000 Ozone Generator for Eliminating Odors, permanently removing Tobacco, Pet and Musty Odors at their Source - Easily Treats Up To 3000 Sq Ft

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