Suraki GBA-200 What is ozone? Normal oxygen is usually found in the air as O2, or a stable molecule of two oxygen atoms. When excited by ultraviolet light or electricity, oxygen can form ozone, or O3. In the upper atmosphere, free-floating oxygen absorbs ultraviolet light from the sun to create ozone. In the lower atmosphere, ozone can also be formed naturally during lightning storms.

How does the Suraki GBA-200 create ozone?
There are two types of artificial ozone generators: UV light and Corona Discharge.

UV LIGHT ozone generators work by passing air over an ultraviolet light bulb, simulating ozone production in the upper atmosphere. UV light generators require the replacement of costly UV light bulbs.

CORONA DISCHARGE ozone generators work by passing air across an electric field. This method is generally considered to be more effective than the UV light method of ozone generation, and the parts more durable and reliable. The ozone production of corona discharge units usually exceeds that of UV light units.

The Suraki GBA-200 uses the corona discharge method of ozone production, allowing its compact size while remaining effective in areas up to 300 sq. ft.

How does ozone neutralize odors and kill germs?
Being a very unstable molecule, ozone (O3) will tend to break off the third oxygen atom to form O2. The lone oxygen atom will collide with another to form more O2 molecules, or react with other molecules in the air in a process known as oxidation. This has the effect of neutralizing odor particulates and killing germs. Ozone is a highly effective decontaminant, killing germs 3,000 times faster than chlorine. However, unlike chlorine, ozone quickly dissipates into pure oxygen, leaving no harmful residual chemicals behind.

These are only a few of the common germs that can be found where you live:

Pet Germs - Suraki GBA-200 kills the following germs commonly found in pet areas:

Dogs
• Parvovirus - Viral intestinal disease in dogs. Spread through fecal matter. Can be spread through feet, hair, and contaminated objects.
• Paramyxovirus (Distemper) - Virus spread through respiratory secretions. Symptoms similar to influenza in humans (nasal discharge, puffy eyes, respiratory illness). Later stages may include damage to nervous system.
• Canine demodicosis - Mite infection. Dogs usually host small numbers of these parasites, but their immune systems usually fight off infection. Large infestation can result in mange.
• Canine scabies - Skin disease caused by mites. Symptoms include hair loss, lesions and dermatitis.

Cats
• Ear mites - Parasitic infection by mites of cats' ear canals. Symptoms include buildup of dark ear wax, similar in appearance to coffee grounds. Mites can migrate to other parts of body.
• Bordetella Bronchiseptica - Bacterium, causes "kennel cough." Could lead to pneumonia and death if untreated.

Household germs

• Dermatophytes - Fungus. Causes skin infection, such as ringworm on the scalp and body.
• E. Coli (Allergic pathogenic colon bacillus) / O-158 germ (Pathogenic Colon bacillus) - Bacteria found naturally in intestinal tract. Spread through contact with fecal matter. Can cause diarrhea and food poisoning.
• Legionella pneumophila - Causes pneumonia. Germs are spread through drinking water, but can be spread through air by dirty air conditioning
• Salmonella - Salmonella are usually transmitted to humans by eating foods contaminated with animal feces. Most persons infected with Salmonella develop diarrhea, fever, and abdominal cramps 12 to 72 hours after infection. A small number of persons who are infected with Salmonella, will go on to develop pains in their joints, irritation of the eyes, and painful urination. This is called Reiter's syndrome. It can last for months or years, and can lead to chronic arthritis which is difficult to treat.
• Staphylococcus - Bacterial disease spread through contact or ingestion. Symptoms include toxic shock syndrome, scalded skin syndrome, food poisoning, pneumonia, meningitis, boils, arthritis, and osteomyelitis (chronic bone infection).
• Pseudomonas aeruginosa - Intestinal bacteria. Cause of swimmer's ear, eye infections, wound infections, and chronic lung conditions.
• Molds and Mildew - Molds and mildew can grow in the home with humidity in excess of 40%. Fungal infection can cause respiratory, skin, and other illnesses and damage to home surfaces and cause a "musty" smell.