Many people know about the benefits of the ionizer, and more and more often modern tenants make their choice in favor of this device. The advantages of the device are an impressive amount, but how to choose an air ionizer and what you need to pay attention to is not known to everyone. Let's look at the details and nuances of this process. Just six steps - and you will pick up for yourself the ideal model of the ionizer.
Step one: determine the purpose of your acquisition of
Let's start with the main thing - you need to decide why you need an ionizer and where you are going to use it.
- If you need a device in order to strengthen your health and improve your well-being - choose a model for an apartment that is designed for a room that is smaller than yours. In this case, you will not feel the smell of ozone;
- If you want to purchase an ionizer that will remove tobacco smoke and unpleasant odors, choose a model that emits a large amount of ozone, since it is it that effectively decomposes the smoke and removes odors. Pay attention to the models with an electrostatic filter, so that it's easier for you to clean the appliance. But replaceable filters to eliminate smoke do not fit, as they will quickly clog and will require additional costs;
- If you need a model that will remove dust, allergens, pay attention to ionizers with Nera-filter. It removes dust well from the air, and the ionization process is soft, so that the smell of ozone will not bother you. Such a device is suitable for children's rooms.
Take a closer look at models with electrostatic filters - they are easy to clean and require minimum cleaning effort. True, such ionizers give off more ozone, especially when working on a high-power mode.
Step two: noise level
Producers produce two versions of devices - with a fan and working on the technology of "ion wind"( air circulates by electric discharge).
- Models with a fan - give off more noise, and you practically will not smell ozone. This option should be chosen by those who are particularly sensitive to foreign smells. In addition, there are models that operate noiselessly at low speeds;
- Models with the principle of "ion wind" - such devices work silently and imperceptibly. But they give off more ozone, which means you can smell it.
Step three: choosing a room
If your family consists of 2-3 people, it's best to choose a model where the declared cleaning area corresponds to your area( maybe a little less).In this case, the necessary balance of ions and anions will be created.
If you have a large family, and the area of the apartment or house is small, or you are often visited by guests, pay attention to appliances that are designed to accommodate more than yours - you will get more efficient operation of the device.
Step four: acquaintance with the technical characteristics of
The recommended norm for the created negative ions is 600-50000 ions per centimeter cubic. If the technical specifications of this rule is higher, there is reason to think about the quality of the device and the veracity of such information. When choosing an ionizer, pay attention to the humidity of the room in which you will install it:
- Do not install the ionizer closer than a meter from electrical appliances and people;
- If your apartment has low humidity - choose a model where the model has an evaporation rate of up to 400 ml / h;
- If the house has an average humidity( at 40%), you can select a device with an intensity of 250 ml / h;
- If the humidity is high, pay attention to models with an evaporation rate of 60 milliliters per hour.
Step five: look at the
filter When choosing an ionizer, consider the fact that ions are charged not only with air, but with all the particles that are in it. This is why a dust spot can form near the device.
To avoid the appearance of such dirt around the device, pay attention to the models with Nera-filter or electrostatic, which are inside the case. Such devices will attract all the dust, and you will need to wash the filters under the water.
Step Six: get acquainted with the process of leaving
Whatever model of ionizer you choose, you need to regularly look after it and clean it in time. The efficiency of the device will depend on the purity of the filters or needles.
- If you stopped on a device with an electrostatic filter - rinse it under water or wipe it with a cloth once a week;
- Devices with Nera-filter need a monthly cleaning, and the filter should be changed to a new one every six months;
- If your ionizer is also a humidifier, watch out for the cleanliness of the water that will be poured in, change the water daily and wash all containers.
Also worth paying attention to the additional details that can be equipped with an ionizer:
- The turn-off or turn-on timer will be very useful - you do not need to constantly monitor the device's operating time;
- The device status indicator indicates the need for cleaning;
- The control panel will greatly simplify the process of ionizer control.
Knowing what details to pay attention to, you will be able to choose for home the optimal model of ionizer, which will effectively purify the air, require minimum costs and effort in the cleaning process.