F. A. Q.'s

Up to date research from WHO - World Health Organisation have confirmed all previous findings.     "Occupants of damp or mouldy buildings are at increased risk of experiencing health problems such as respiratory symptoms, respiratory infections, allergic rhinitis and asthma.   (June- 2009) brochure-'Damp and mould'.

"Health effects associated with- Beta glucans, allergic alveolitis, inhalation fever, infection with moulds, respiratory infections in the general population, other effects, mycotoxins, Immunostimulation and IgE-mediated allergies, cytotoxicity and immunosuppression, autoimmunity, irritation, neurotoxicity, reproductive toxicity, microbial interactions. Ref. Pdf.

Employers need to do a proper risk assessment for every hazardous substance used in the workplace (such as ozone, dust, inks, solvents and toner). WorkCover NSW requires employers to keep records of these risk assessments in accordance with clause 168 of the Regulation.  * Ref- www.workcover.nsw.gov.au/

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What is a SolarVenti designed for?
The main task is to dehumidify and ventilate the house. The aim is to improve the quality of the air and lower humidity. This makes the house a better and healthier place to live in and the air easier to warm up. When a house is continuously ventilated with dry, warm air, the risk of damp, rot and mould will be reduced in the long term.Many years of experience and use of the system have proven that SolarVenti reduces humidity significantly. In practice, SolarVenti’s dehumidification/ventilation eliminates condensation on windows and doors which could cause them to bind. Furniture, cupboards and duvets no longer feel and smell damp as there is no longer damp in the house - and you can leave coffee, flour and salt in your holiday home without worrying about it forming lumps or going bad.

Tell me how does the SolarVenti work ?
The system is run via a photovoltaic solar cell, connected to a fan. When the sun shines it warms up the air in the absorber and the integrated solar cell produces electricity for the built-in fan which blows the heated air into the house.
The fresh air from outside is drawn in through a  2 mm layer of felt and in turn is heated and dried .

How does the system dehumidify?
It is true that the SolarVenti itself does not dehumidify. The system has a dehumidifying effect due to the fact that it sends dry, warm air into the building where it blends with the internal moist air thereby reducing internal dampness.

But does it remove normal condensation on windows and running down frame?
Yes, you see as the air is dried out during the day, over time the structure (walls,ceilings, woodwork) also dries out. So at night when the most moisture is given off through breathing and morning showers, the structure will be drier and absorb certain moisture thereby eliminating the condensing of moisture in the air onto the colder surfaces (windows & frames).

What is the life expectancy for a SolarVenti and is there any upkeep?
Based on the experience of Danish customers with the earlier version, in which the solar cell was positioned next to the panel, we expect the life expectancy for the solar cell to be 10 – 20 years. This is the most critical component in the panel. The new solar cells – which are placed inside the solar panel – will last longer. The fan component is double-row ball bearing and will achieve 30,000 hours of operation which corresponds to approx. 25 years of wear and tear. There is no maintenance on the panels as rain and morning dew will clean the surface of any dirt.

Does the unit make any running noise?
When it is running at full capacity, the acoustic pressure is approx. 40 db (plus/minus 2 db, depending on solar radiation). This corresponds to the noise from a very quiet extractor fan and we have not yet had any customers who have been bothered by the noise from the SolarVenti. Moreover, the noise level (air flow) can be adjusted using the fan’s regulator.

SolarVenti blows new air in. Where does the air come out again?
The system creates slight positive pressure in the house. This constantly “pushes” the old air out. The air will try to get out where the house is not tightly sealed, e.g. at doors, windows, ceilings and floors. You can send the air in the direction you want using the house’s air escape vents. If you position the air escape vent(s) at the opposite end of the house to the injection air duct, the warm air from the solar air collector will be optimally distributed throughout the whole house. If possible, let the air blow directly into the most important room and open the doors to other rooms.

Can I switch off the system if the summer is hot?
All models can be switched off.  The small systems can only be adjusted using the air injection vent on the ceiling or the wall. In addition, most of the systems – apart from the SV2 and SV3 – are supplied with a variable electronic regulator that enables you to turn down the air flow. When the air flow is turned down the temperature of the injected air will increase.

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