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Frequently-asked questions
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How
long has magnetic water conditioning been
around?
Magnetism is not new, of course, nor is
magnetic water conditioning. The first
patent for magnetic treatment of scale
in water was taken out in Europe in 1890.
An Australian magnetic engineer developed
commercial water conditioners in the early
1990's using powerful neodymium (rare
earth) magnetic assemblies, and it is
from 20 years of further research by that
same engineer (in conjunction with Jeff
Harvie from BioFarm) that the BioFarm
MAGNETIC WATER CONDITIONER is now available.
Our products represent the most advanced
and effective magnetic water technology
currently available.
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Why
hasn't everyone heard about it?
If you haven't, then in this
day and age this is unusual. But then
it is largely a rural product, and word
sometimes travels slowly in the bush.
Ask around, and you'll be surprised how
many people swear by it.
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How
does it work?
We
use powerful neodymium (rare earth) magnets
in the construction of our conditioners.
These magnets focus a strong magnetic
field into the flowing water. This magnetic
field interferes with the ionic (electrical)
charge on those elements which make up
the salts in the water, and this changes
the way they behave. The mineral salts
(Calcium, Magnesium and Alkalinity) that
cause scale )in pipes, fittings, appliances
and surfaces the water comes in contact
with) lose their bonding ability. They
can no longer bond to surfaces, so no
further scale forms. The treated water
will also remove existing scale in the
system over time. Iron is a little more
complicated, but it also loses it's bonding
ability. Sodium, chloride and other elements
which formerly contributed to salinity
and sodicity in soil are also rendered
inert. They lose their ability to be held
ionically by soil clay particles and humus,
and will leach through the profile. Leaf-burning
is severely reduced, and soil structure
improves.
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How
are they installed?
Most
of our units are a clamp-on design. They
separate into two halves, and are clamped
around the pipe, and the bolts are done
up with a spanner. They will fit any non-magnetic
pipes ie. polypipe, PVC, copper, stainless
steel or rubber. They may be installed
externally in the weather, or they may
be buried (especially if you're concerned
about somebody stealing them). They do
not require a power-source, nor do they
require earthing. They may not be installed
over steel or galvanized pipes. Units
75mm (3") and above are built around a
spool of HDPe (high density polypipe),
and have slip-flanges at either end for
installation inline.
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What
happens to the salts?
Do
they revert in the soil? We've seen no
evidence of this. In fact, we've seen
soil test results which show that there
is normally a REDUCTION of soil salinity,
especially sodium and chloride. Rest assured
you will do no harm to your soil in the
long-term. As for the scale-forming minerals?
They will simply end up down the drain.
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Where
should I install it?
It
should be at least one meter from any
three phase electric motors. And they
should not be installed onto any steel
or gal pipes. You should install them
before the first tap or outlet, so as
to get the maximum benefit. But they should
always be installed AFTER ANY STORAGE
TANKS, as the water will lose it's treated
effect if stored for any period of time.
And they may be installed exposed to the
weather, or they may be buried if necessary.
Avoid exposure to temperatures that exceed
70 degrees celcius.
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How
will I know if it's working?
USE
the water! It doesn't take long to see
the difference. you should notice a difference
in how it lathers and how it tastes within
a day of installation. you may try washing
your hands with soap under the untreated
water beforehand, then washing with soap
again straight after installation. You
should notice a marked difference. NOTE:
There may be a period of stabilising of
up to four to six weeks if this is an
older installation, as there will be a
build-up of scale in the pipework getting
cleaned out. It may well get worse before
it gets better!
With saline and sodic waters, it may take
a little longer if you've been using the
water for a while and have built up salts
in the soil. It may take 4-6 months, but
you WILL see a huge difference.
The
changes will NOT show up on water tests.
No minerals are being removed......merely
conditioned. The minerals are still there,
therefore they will still show up on tests.
But they will not perform the same, and
this is something you can see for yourself.
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Do
I have to replace them, or maintain them?
Neodymium
(rare earth) magnets lose only 1-3% of
their power over 100 years. They don't
wear out! We never have to replace them.
And they're constructed to be "farmer-proof",
and can sit out in cow paddocks in the
elements for many years. And there's no
maintenance required. Just install them
and forget they're there!
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Does
the product have a warranty?
Yes!
25 year guarantee on the performance of
the magnets. 3 year guarantee on workmanship.
120 day money back guarantee, that when
used in accordance with the instructions,
calcium buildup will be eliminated and
existing calcium build-up reduced, or
full invoice price will be refunded to
the original purchaser.
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