Ver 6.0 IntelliClimate Installation Guide (21 August 2020)
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Section A
- IntelliClimate
™
Growroom Controller
The IntelliClimate is the most advanced and user-friendly growroom environment controller on
the market. It has a wide range of possible applications which will be discussed briefly in this
section. To keep the user interface as simple as possible, only the readings and settings relevant
to the selected features are displayed on the controller’s LCD and on
IntelliGrow. To add extra
features, enter
“C
onfigure
”
menus on the controller or
“Functions” on
IntelliGrow.
Functions
The controller can operate in a number of modes ranging from a simple cycle-timed mode to a
sophisticated system making optimal use of a range of attached equipment. After installing the
unit, tell the IntelliClimate what you have connected
by entering “Configure” menus on the
controller or “Functions” on
IntelliGrow. Once the controller knows what you have attached to
it, it will automatically select the most appropriate mode of operation. When the controller is
supplied, it is pre-set as a simple fan cooled environment controller with CO
2
injection disabled.
Lighting
The IntelliClimate can control two light banks. It is a good idea to split your lights into two groups.
Firstly, when using both banks together, it allows the controller to stagger the switch on times,
so the power surge from the first bank has subsided by the time the second bank comes on.
Secondly, during the vegetative phase of growth, the lights are on for longer periods (18 hours)
but a lower intensity may be used. The controller has the ability to switch on one bank and
alternate the banks each day. This ensures that the plants receive light from both sides. If one
bank is turned on and the light sensor detects a low light level, the controller assumes that the
bank is out of action (bulb blown) and automatically switches on the other bank. If alarms are
enabled, it will alert you to the fact that a light has failed. Similarly, if a power failure occurs, the
controller has a programmable cool-down delay timer before bringing the lights back on in
stages. This has a significant impact on lamp life.
*On IntelliGrow
For those using air cooled lights, fit the cooling fan to blow air through the light fittings rather
than suck out the hot air. This way the fans run cooler and last longer
.
