Safe Well Water: How Does the UV Lamp Work?

Problem: Well or spring water may appear clear, but it often contains harmful bacterial loads that have seeped into the ground.

Solution: The Euroacque UV Sterilizer passes water through a stainless steel chamber where it is hit by powerful ultraviolet (UV-C) light. This radiation has an immediate germicidal effect, rendering harmful bacteria incapable of reproducing.

⚠️ Golden rule: The water must be clear!

For UV rays to affect bacteria, the water must be clear.
If the water is cloudy or contains sand, the bacteria "hide" behind the particles (shadow effect) and survive.
For this reason, it is mandatory to install a good filtration system (e.g. Euroacque Self-Cleaning Filter + Fine Cartridge Filter) upstream of the sterilizer to remove any solid residue.

Frequently Asked Questions about Bacteria Removers

1. How do I choose the flow rate of the sterilizer?

The choice depends on the liters per minute (L/min) flowing through the pipe. If the water flows too quickly, the UV rays don't have time to kill the bacteria.
- For a single tap (under the sink): a small model (6-12 l/min) is sufficient.
- For the whole house: you need a model sized for the peak flow rate (e.g. 30-40 l/min), otherwise when you open two showers the water is not sterilized.

2. Does the water sterilizer heat the water?

Yes, slightly. Since the lamp is always on, if you don't turn on the faucet for several hours (e.g., in the morning), the first glass of water may be lukewarm. This is normal. Just run the water for a few seconds to cool it down.

3. Can I turn it off when I'm not using it?

No. The sterilizer must be left on 24/7 . If you turn it off, bacteria can enter and contaminate downstream pipes. Furthermore, UV lamps are sensitive to frequent on/off cycles, which drastically shortens their lifespan.