How does one properly size a UV system?
A. A UV system for a pond is sized to match up with the water flow of the pond circulation pump. Consult the Series 4 Specification Sheet or Series 4 Owner’s Manual to see which model Series 4 system matches the flow rate of a specific circulation pump. Information accompanying the pump can provide this flow rate, as can the pump supplier’s literature or website, or the dealer or installer that provided the pump. It should be noted also that water entering the UV reactor chamber from ponds are traditionally unfiltered in many instances and are not as clear as swimming pool water, as an example. Therefore, to allow for this turbidity (and reduced transmittance of the UV light waves) in the pond water being treated, an allowance for the output ability of the Series 4 system has been made. Consult the Series 4 Owner’s Manual for pond capacity vs.system charts applicable to ponds.
