SoClean SC1200 Frequently Asked Questions Manual page 8

A: Activated oxygen also known as ozone, or O3 is defined by Merriam-
Webster dictionary as: 1. a form of oxygen that is found in a layer high
in the earth's atmosphere. 2. fresh healthy air especially near the sea.
Activated oxygen is a three atom oxygen molecule. This three atom
molecule is a colorless gas with powerful oxidizing properties, formed
from oxygen by electrical discharges or ultraviolet light. It differs from
normal oxygen (O2) but over time or with forced filtration, will break
back down to normal oxygen (O2) that we breathe.
Many become confused over the term ozone. There is good ozone and
there is bad ozone. Most commonly used is bad ozone which is linked
to high ozone alerts or smog alerts in certain areas of the world. This
kind of ozone is mixed with toxic gases that can be breathed in. Good
ozone is found in our upper atmosphere or you may smell the essence
of ozone after a thunderstorm. Activated oxygen (ozone) is known as
one of the best and most effective means to natural disinfection. This
process is commonly used in array of applications such as public water
filtration, fruit and vegetable handling, hotel housekeeping, and
hospital disinfection. Please see common FAQs to learn more about
activated oxygen (ozone) or see activated oxygen in SoClean to learn
how the SoClean safely disinfects your CPAP equipment.
Q: Is ozone/activated oxygen really safe?