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Halo Ultraviolet Upright
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What is ultraviolet light? Ultraviolet, or UV, light is invisible to the human eye, but can be found just to the right of visible light on the light spectrum. UV light is measured in nanometers, a unit of measure representing a billionth of a meter, and its wavelength typically lies between 100 and 400 nanometers. Scientists divide UV light into three spectrums: UVA, which many of us know as "black light", UVB, which is used by many for tanning, and UV-C, the germicidal UV light employed by Halo in its cleaning appliances, including the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum. Return to Contents Is ultraviolet light safe for use in the home? Absolutely. Germicidal ultraviolet light is an accepted, safe and reliable way to kill unseen organisms, including the dust mites, bacteria, germs and viruses that live and thrive in most residential carpet. Hospitals have safely employed germicidal UV light to sterilize surgical instruments and other vital equipment, and many municipalities employ UV light to sterilize their water. Halo is the first electrical appliance maker to harness this environmentally safe, chemical-free technology for use in the home - but many rural dwellers that rely upon a well as their primary source of drinking water are already familiar with the pathogen-destroying power of UV water-disinfection solutions. Return to Contents How, exactly, does ultraviolet light kill dust mites, bacteria, mold and viruses? Ultraviolet light kills potentially dangerous organisms and pathogens by disrupting the DNA structure of their cells. The Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum and its patent-pending UV-C bulb chamber essentially deactivates the DNA of dust mites, viruses, mold and bacteria, quickly killing them. Return to Contents How long does it take for the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum to kill harmful organisms and pathogens? In most cases, less than one second! Activate the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner's patented UV-C bulb as you vacuum and you're issuing an almost immediate "death sentence" for the unseen and unwanted organisms and pathogens that have been hiding on your home's floors. Return to Contents Can using Halo UV products ever harm me or my family? We've designed Halo UV products with safe operation and maintenance in mind. Use your Halo as directed, and dust mites, viruses, mold and bacteria will be the only things harmed in the vacuuming of your home. Return to Contents What is the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum? The Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner is the first and only vacuum that uses UV-C technology to safely "Clean what you see, Kill what you can't." That means that the Halo UVX not only vacuums the dirt from your floor, but it is the only chemical-free floor-care solution that can kill dust mites, germs, viruses and bacteria living in your carpet and home. These are all allergens that can lead to allergies and asthma. Will it fade or burn my carpet? When used appropriately (as outlined in the Owners Safety and Operation Manual), the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner will not fade or damage carpets, rugs, floors, mattresses or other surfaces. Return to Contents How do I know it works? See the Halo UVX Technology page. Why does the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum use a bag when "bagless" is so popular right now? Halo's goal was to design a vacuum that exposed the family to the least amount of allergens. Bagless vacuums expose the user to the vacuumed allergens when emptying the bagless canister. Return to Contents Does the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum have "True HEPA" filtration? Yes. The Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum uses a premium cloth bag, then the air is also filtered through an odor removing carbon filter before the air exits the units via a True HEPA filter. The air exiting our unit is cleaner than the typical air found in homes. Return to Contents How long does the UV-C bulb last? The UV-C bulb is estimated to last 8,000 hours and Halo anticipates that it would never need to be replaced. Return to Contents What else is unique about the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum? Halo has designed an electronic height adjuster - so your fingertips can quickly and easily adjust the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum to work on all of the carpet surfaces in your home. In addition, the handle telescopes down to provide for easy storage, or the potential use of your Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum on mattresses. Return to Contents How much does the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner weigh? Approximately 15 pounds. Return to Contents Will the bulb area get hot during operation? No. The Halo's patent-pending bulb chamber has been designed to pull the UV-C light bulb heat away from the bulb chamber. Return to Contents Can I use my Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum on other surfaces? The Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum Cleaner is such a terrific cleaning product, you may be tempted to use it on every surface in your house. But please take care to review the manufacturer's recommendations and warranties for your harder surface floors, including wood, asphalt, cork and vinyl tiles, polished floor finishes and delicate or sensitive rugs and carpeting. Depending upon the floor material, the ultraviolet light, brushes, undercarriage or moving parts of the Halo Ultraviolet Vacuum could cause damage to some surfaces and finishes. We recommend that you follow the manufacturer's recommended cleaning measures for your specific carpet, rug, floor or floor finish. Return to Contents
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