FarmTek FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed System-Wall Mount 111628W Manual Download

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Revision date: 09.25.18

READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing the 111628W FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed System – Wall Mount. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will provide

years of reliable service. This guide includes information needed to safely assemble and maintain the system. Read these instructions

before

you begin.

Important Information

REQUIRED TOOLS

The following list identifies the main tools needed to

assemble the fodder system.

Additional tools and

supports may be needed.

• Tape measure and marker
• Variable speed drill (cordless with extra batteries

works best) and drill bit set with a 9/32" & 7/16" bit.

•  Small hammer and gloves
•  PVC Tube Cutting Tool
•  Level 4' (or longer)
•  Wrench set or adjustable wrenches
•  Socket Set with Ratchet
•  Straight Screw Driver
•  1-3/8" hole saw bit for the drain manifold
•  Adjustable pliers
•  5/8" nut driver (or 5/8" socket)
•  Ladder or work platform to work at the height of

the fodder system frame.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

This manual describes how to assemble a single

111628W FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed System – Wall

Mount.

The steps outlining the assembly process

are as follows:
1. Unpack the contents of the shipment and

place where you can easily inventory the

parts. Refer to the Bill of Materials/Spec

Sheets.

2. Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of

Materials/Spec Sheets are present. If anything

is missing or you have questions, consult

the Pictorial Parts Guide and all diagrams for

clarification, or contact Customer Service.

3. Read these instructions and all additional

documentation included with the shipment

before

you begin.

4. Gather the required tools.
5. For best results, assemble the components

in the order they are presented in these

instructions.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

•  Wear eye protection.
•  Wear gloves when handling metal tubes.
•  Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit

Interrupter) when working with electric power tools

and cords.

QUICK START GUIDE

For a quick overview of this product and its

components, consult the Quick Start Guide at the

back of these instructions.

ATTENTION:

This manual describes how to

assemble one 111628W FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed

System – Wall Mount. If you are connecting this

system to another, minor adjustments must be

made to some of the procedures that follow.

Consult the diagram on Page 4 for additional

details regarding multiple systems.

ELECTRICAL WARNING

Fodder frame is metal and will conduct electricity!

Exercise caution if working around or on the

frame with electric power tools.

Use cordless,

battery-power tools.

CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED

ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN WHEN INSTALLING

ANY PUMPS, ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING,

OR OTHER ELECTRICALLY POWERED

ACCESSORIES.

OPEN SYSTEM

The 111628W FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed System

– Wall Mount is an open system, which means

that the water is not recycled for use

in the

fodder system

. Unlike a closed system where

the water is stored in a reservoir and recycled,

the open system requires a water source

and a drain to accept the unused water. The

unused water can be recycled for use in other

applications such as watering other plants;

however,

to promote healthy fodder growth

it is not recommended for reuse in the fodder

system.

WARNING:

This is not a free-standing

frame! You must secure the frame to the wall

using the appropriate fasteners and supplied

brackets. Contact the services of a qualified

contractor for assistance if needed, or call your

sales representative for additional fastener

information and to purchase fasteners.

DO NOT USE THE FODDER SYSTEM WHEN

THE FRAME HAS NOT BEEN PROPERLY

SECURED TO THE WALL!

NEVER CLIMB ON THE FODDER FRAME!

Summary of Contents for FodderPro 2.0 Full Feed System-Wall Mount 111628W

Page 1: ...on is prohibited without permission Actual system may differ slightly from what is shown 111628W FodderPro 2 0 Full Feed System Wall Mount grow your own nutrient rich fodder Side View with Channels and Manifolds Installed End View Shows Supply Manifold and Channels WALL ...

Page 2: ...nted in these instructions SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Wear eye protection Wear gloves when handling metal tubes Use a portable GFCI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter when working with electric power tools and cords QUICK START GUIDE For a quick overview of this product and its components consult the Quick Start Guide at the back of these instructions ATTENTION This manual describes how to assemble one 1116...

Page 3: ...a bottom connection To connect multiple systems plumb the main water supply to the tops of the supply manifolds only See the diagrams on the next page showing two fodder systems connected to a 2 main p s i 0 5 1 0 1 5 2 0 3 0 2 5 WF3311 3 4 Main Shut Off Ball Valve included Timer required WF2990 Slip Cap Solenoid required Pressure Regulator required Pressure Gauge required required additional purc...

Page 4: ...DED SPACING For easy maintenance and access maintain at least 24 between fodder frames ATTENTION WHEN CONNECTION TWO 2 OR MORE FODDER SYSTEMS TO THE SAME MAIN SUPPLY LINE YOU MUST CONNECT THE LINE TO THE TOP OF EACH SUPPLY MANIFOLD WF1386 WF1386 WF3516 WF3516 2 PVC Pipe Additional Purchase Required 2 PVC Pipe Additional Purchase Required WF3311 3 4 Ball Valve Included with Fodder System WF3311 3 4...

Page 5: ...ity when noted is in following the stock number 111485 21 104626 22 104624 8 104625 5 FA4482B Tek Screw FA4472B 6 Tek Screw 112502 Carriage Bolt 6 FALB08B Nut 12 FAME09B Flat Washer 12 100441 1 Nut Setter 100442 1 Nut Setter Important Information 8 S15P116 116 3 S15P081 81 4 S15P05575 55 3 4 21 S15P027 27 2 111628AW 28 3 4 drilled End Frame 1 111628BW 26 7 8 drilled Mid Frame ...

Page 6: ...2 14 106808 4 WF3311 1 3 4 Ball Valve WF3516 2 2 Ball Valve WF2391 1 Bushing 2 x 3 4 111303 Seed Screen 14 112305 18 Supply Tube w Micro Valve 7 112306 28 Supply Tube w Micro Valve 7 112509 3 Adhesive WF6990 PVC Cement and 113372 Purple Primer PVC PRIMER PVC CEMENT Follow all directions printed on pvc primer and cement containers Purple color of primer does not fade Use caution during application ...

Page 7: ... THE FRAME ENDS AS A LADDER TO REACH THE UPPER LEVEL OF THE FODDER FRAME FRAME IS NOT A FREE STANDING FRAME IT MUST BE SECURED TO A WALL BEFORE OPERATION AFTER FRAME SLOPE IS SET ANCHOR THE FODDER FRAME TO THE WALL AS INSTRUCTED IN THIS GUIDE DO NOT USE THE FODDER SYSTEM IF THE FRAME IS NOT PROPERLY ANCHORED TO THE WALL CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED CONTRACTOR FOR IF NEEDED TO PROPERLY ANCHO...

Page 8: ...stall Tek screws as shown for best results and a uniform appearance Review all diagrams for clarification Complete these steps 1 Take the carriage bolts nuts and flat washers and assemble as shown in Figure 1 2 Assemble the two end base rails and the mid base rail as shown in Figure 2 3 Verify that each base rail is flush with the open end of the 2 way connector 4 Secure the connector to the base ...

Page 9: ... one end Slide the end of the tube into the 2 way connector of the base rail and secure using two 2 Tek screws Fig 1 2 Using the diagram to the right position the 3 way connector as shown and secure to the vertical tube using two 2 Tek screws Fig 2 3 Move to the top of the vertical tube and slide six 6 more 104626 connectors onto the tube Fig 3 4 Using the diagram to the right and in the Quick Sta...

Page 10: ...Review all diagrams for clarification Complete these steps 1 Take two 2 104624 1 way connectors and one S15P05575 square tube and create a wall mount tube assembly that is 57 1 8 long end to end Secure each connector to the tube using two 2 FA4482B Tek screws See diagrams 2 Repeat Step 1 to create the remaining three 3 wall mount tube assemblies All will be 57 1 8 long end to end when complete 3 C...

Page 11: ... these steps 1 With assistance take one end frame support and the mid frame support and attach one wall mount tube between them at the lower position 2 Attach another wall mount tube in the upper position between the frame supports 3 Take the remaining end frame support and attach the remaining wall mount tubes between it and the mid frame support as shown 4 Continue with the assembly of the outer...

Page 12: ...ek screws See FIG 1 below 2 Attach one 2 way connector to each end of the tube as shown Verify that each connector is tight to the end of the tube Secure using one Tek screw for each connector Verify that the length of the assembled tube is 119 1 2 3 Slide the base rail onto the frame and secure using FA4482B Tek screws FIG 2 3 4 Continue with the next procedure S15P116 Base Rail Open end of conne...

Page 13: ... will be attached to so that it will not tip over during the next assembly steps WARNING Do not allow the frame to stand more than 12 from the wall it will be attached to If needed take steps to add weight such as sand bags to the base rails to prevent tipping WALL MAXIMUM DISTANCE 12 Drape a sand bag over each base rail to prevent tipping if frame is not against a wall Slide frame toward wall 3 C...

Page 14: ...de 3 Attach a 2 way connector to each end of the tube as shown Secure using one Tek screw for each connector Verify that the length of the assembled tube is 119 1 2 Do not install outer frame tube flush with the end of the connectors The smaller off set tube of the connection slides over each shelf support tube attached to the end frames See diagrams and photos 4 Repeat the steps to assemble all r...

Page 15: ...E DO NOT ATTEMPT ALONE Complete these steps 1 Check outside to outside dimensions of the assembled base Length at 119 1 2 width at 28 3 4 NOTE If the dimensions are incorrect for the assembled frame verify that you have installed the base rails flush with the ends of the end support base tubes Also verify that the length of the assembled base rail is 119 1 2 2 Take the S15P027 tubes and attach one...

Page 16: ...port frame See insert and diagrams below Do not secure mid 2 way fitting yet 6 Set four 4 113157 fodder tray supports in place between support arms to center the mid support arm between the end supports ATTENTION Adjust mid support arm as needed to allow the 113157 braces to install tight to the top of support arms Do not secure these 113157 supports to frame at this time They are removed to allow...

Page 17: ...ube Diagram A 9 Lift the 113157 tray supports from the frame ATTENTION For best results mark this first set of tray supports before removal and set them aside to be installed in the same location after all frame levels are assembled Install Tek screw through fitting and into support arm Install so support arm is flush to the outside of the 2 way fitting 7 S15P027 Outer Frame Tube Install support a...

Page 18: ...l on same level in the same locations Also skip one level to allow access to inside the frame to anchor it to the wall once frame is leveled See dashed line and note below 11 Verify that all Tek screws are installed to secure fittings to the frame tubes 12 Level frame and anchor it to the wall as shown in the next procedure The dashed line shows where the last outer tube will be installed once the...

Page 19: ...the fodder channels a 4 6 slope toward the drain end of the system is required Additionally frame must be level from side to side when viewed from the end See diagrams on the next page The 111628W fodder frame is equipped with three 3 sets of levelers one set at each of the vertical frame assemblies If the system is on a sloped concrete pad for example adjust the following steps as needed to achie...

Page 20: ...nts See the diagrams on this page for an example 4 Recheck the slope end to end to ensure it has not changed 1 ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME Level and Secure Frame to the Wall continued Assembly Instructions WALL Level Side to Side Level Finished Grade ATTENTION It is important to anchor a fodder frame that is level side to side and properly sloped end to end If the wall is not plumb add wood blocks or othe...

Page 21: ...nal fastener information and to purchase fasteners DO NOT POPULATE THE FODDER CHANNELS ON A FRAME THAT HAS NOT BEEN PROPERLY SECURED TO THE WALL NEVER CLIMB ON THE FODDER FRAME Customer Supplied Fasteners Walls and supporting members are constructed from many different materials For this reason it would be difficult to provide fasteners to accommodate all possibilities Contact a contractor or your...

Page 22: ...rough the 3 way fitting and into the support arm This will prevent movement and help to maintain the correct spacing once the fodder system is in production See diagram in the Quick Start section for shelf spacing See the next procedure to level the mid support arms 8 1 4 between base arm Tek Screw Tek Screw 10 between support arms Corner brace installed flush with bottom of frame 111628SC Corner ...

Page 23: ...each end 2 Move to the middle support arm and check the distance between the string line and the top of the 2 way fitting NOTE Photo to the right shows a gap between the string line and the top of the 2 way fitting indicating that the middle support arm is not level with the support arms at each end of the frame String Line Outer Rail To ensure that all support arms are level complete the procedur...

Page 24: ...ring line and repeat the steps to install the additional Tek screws at each level 8 Once all middle support arms are secured to the 4 way couplers continue with the next procedure 2 Way Fitting STEP 4 String Line Middle Support Arm Outer Rail Assembly Instructions Level Middle Support Arms continued 3 Have someone crawl between the outer rails to inside the frame That assistant will need FA4482B T...

Page 25: ...ce 113157 Tray Support 113157 Tray Support Bottom of Fodder Tray After setting trays channels in place adjust the positions of all 113157 supports so the vertical leg of each support aligns with the center of channel Supports can remain loose on the frame or they can be secured to the support arms as shown later in these instructions Continue with the procedures that follow Frame Support Arm End F...

Page 26: ...nter mark on top lip is shown 3 Using a drill and a 9 32 bit carefully drill a hole in the top lip of the 111030 end cap 4 Remove the loose end cap material from the drilled hole 5 Repeat the steps to drill a hole in center of all remaining 111030 end caps Do not drill the 111029 end caps ATTENTION Complete this procedure for the 111030 plain end caps only Do not drill holes in the 111029 end caps...

Page 27: ...ide of the channel only as needed to repair leaks Verify that surfaces are dry before applying additional adhesive to seal end caps 7 Repeat for all remaining 12 fodder channels 8 Allow the adhesive to dry before moving the channels or testing the system See the note to the right to test channels for leaks NOTE Read the instructions on the adhesive container for recommended drying times After test...

Page 28: ...wn Use pvc primer and cement to attach the vertical 8 3 4 tubes to the tee fittings Assemble on a flat surface for best results and to keep the tee fittings aligned Verify that the tubes are seated in each tee fitting before the cement sets 3 As the cement sets for the center stack take the bulk 2 pvc tubing and cut seven 7 sections at 23 each 8 3 4 WF1386 Tee Fitting WF1386 Tee Fitting DRAIN MANI...

Page 29: ...he assembled center stack and attach it to the wall conduit hangers See FIG 3 NOTE Align the open end of the tee fitting approximately 1 4 inch below the support arm at each level This will be adjusted later See dashed line in FIG 3 Slight variations will not affect the installation of the remaining drain tubes 7 At this time tighten two of the 111907 clamps to hold the stack in position FIG 2 Att...

Page 30: ...he open or drain outlet of the elbow pointing down 9 Slide the channels at each level back and away from the drain manifold stack 10 Next take one 23 tube and slide it into one of the tee fittings of the manifold Choose a level that is easy to work on for this step DO NOT apply pvc cement to the tube at this time Tube will be removed in a later step Step 10 Step 9 Drain Manifold Stack in Hanger St...

Page 31: ...between the channels and verify that the channel nearest the wall is not setting on the 3 way fitting All channels must rest on the support arm at each level 14 With the channels in position and evenly spaced mark the center of each WF6682 elbow on the horizontal drain tube ASSEMBLE THE DRAIN MANIFOLD continued Assembly Instructions 3 Step 14 Do not position channel on end of 3 way fitting Mark el...

Page 32: ...ove the tube from the tee fitting This tube will be the template for all remaining tubes Verify that it is marked correctly before you remove it from the fitting 17 Use a 1 3 8 hole saw bit and a drill to drill the holes for the drain elbows of each channel If possible drill the holes using a drill press for accuracy Remove loose material from around the holes and from inside each tube after drill...

Page 33: ...ing all horizontal tubes attach tubes to the drain manifold stack Coat outside of tube end and inside of fitting with pvc primer and cement and insert end into open socket of tee fitting NOTE Verify that drain holes of each tube are pointing up and are aligned with the channel drain elbows Slide channels back and away from the drain manifold tubes until the pvc cement has dried Adjust tubes as nee...

Page 34: ...ach horizontal drain tube Do not cement these caps onto the tube They are removed at times for maintenance to clean the drain tubes 23 Install the upper tube and slip cap and the lower tube drain end elbow and extension to complete the drain manifold Secure tubes to the WF1386 tee fittings using PVC primer and cement NOTE Use of the lower 90 elbow depends on application Extension tube is construct...

Page 35: ... Required parts 7 112305 18 Supply Tube w Micro Valve 7 112306 28 Supply Tube w Micro Valve 1 112321 3 4 PVC Supply Manifold 4 106808 3 4 Pipe Hangers 4 FA4472B Tek Screws and 100442 Nut Setter 5 16 106808 Pipe Hanger Slide the 106808 hanger over the Tek screw and attach to the frame Before the screw is tight align the hanger on the frame as shown to prepare for the manifold installation Tighten t...

Page 36: ...lation to prevent damage to the supply tube fittings These can break if handled improperly Actual fodder system differs from what is shown in the photo below Manifold installation is the same however Supply Manifold STAND ALONE UNIT ONLY If you are attaching the main water line at the bottom slide manifold up during installation to provide the needed clearance or trim to length as needed Trim the ...

Page 37: ...ush toward the frame to lock the manifold in the hanger Repeat this at each hanger ATTENTION Handle the supply manifold carefully during installation to prevent damage to the supply tube fittings These can break if handled improperly Actual fodder system differs from what is shown in the photo below Manifold installation is the same however ...

Page 38: ...2306 at each level See the diagrams below ATTENTION FITTINGS ON MANIFOLD CAN BREAK DO NOT FORCE THE TUBES ONTO THE MANIFOLD FITTINGS WET THE END OF EACH TUBE BEFORE INSTALLATION AND GENTLY SLIDE IT EVENLY OVER THE FITTING Wet the end of the supply tube Gently slide it onto the fitting Repeat for all remaining supply tubes Assembly Instructions WALL 112305 112306 WALL System shown differs from the ...

Page 39: ... Tek screws are included to secure each tray support to the fodder system frame Before installation verify that the supports are in the desired position Install a screw at each end of the support as needed Complete this procedure to prevent shifting of the supports when fodder trays are removed for cleaning and seeding ...

Page 40: ...needed to connect the timer and solenoid and to connect the supply line to the center stack of fodder supply manifold Contact your sales representative with your list of the required fittings specific to your main water supply line See the diagrams on Pages 3 4 4 After attaching the main water supply line verify that the micro valve in the supply tube to each fodder channel is fully open and turn ...

Page 41: ...AGE BOLT 2X 1 2 WASHER 2X 1 2 HEX NUT 104626 104626 104624 S15P116 S15P116 104624 104624 104624 104626 104626 104626 S15P027 S15P027 S15P027 111628SC 111485 111628AW 111485 104625 S15P116 S15P116 S15P116 112322 112322 112322 112322 Full Frame View ATTENTION Tek screw positions shown on sample frame may differ from actual frame ...

Page 42: ...Tube 111485 2 Way Connector w Off Set 104626 3 Way Connector 104625 2 Way Connector 111628SC Corner Brace 111628AW Tube S15P027 Tube 104625 2 Way Connector 1 4 3 4 8 8 10 10 10 10 10 10 8 27 1 4 21 1 9 82 1 4 ATTENTION Tek screw positions shown on sample frame may differ from actual frame ...

Page 43: ...43 Revision date 09 25 18 111628W 1 1 57 82 8 4 8 57 1 84 1 2 111628W Quick Start Guide Side View ATTENTION Tek screw positions shown on sample frame may differ from actual frame ...

Page 44: ...mer and cement Slide tube into WF1386 tee fitting Verify that your are securing correct end to fitting Align drain holes with elbows of fodder channels Gently lift the open end of the tube to create a slight slope toward the center stack Allow cement to set and release tube Repeat for all remaining horizontal tubes Install slip caps Do not secure slip caps to ends of horizontal tubes These must re...

Page 45: ...iagram ATTENTION See Pages 28 34 for additional details Drain Manifold Actual fodder system may differ from what is shown in these photos Pictures are presented to show how different components appear on a working fodder system Use these as a reference when assembling your fodder system ...

Page 46: ...rame Supply Manifold STAND ALONE UNIT ONLY If you are attaching the main water line at the bottom slide manifold up during installation to provide the needed clearance or trim to length as needed Trim the top of the manifold if desired and secure WF2990 slip cap in place with pvc primer and cement See Page 3 for details CONNECTING MULTIPLE SYSTEMS See the information on Page 4 if attaching the wat...

Page 47: ...Photo above shows the supply tube and micro valve as installed in the 111030 end cap View shows the inside of a fodder channel Actual fodder system may differ from what is shown in these sample photos Photo shows the supply manifold and attached supply tubes Top of manifold is sealed with a WF2990 slip cap cemented in place using PVC primer and cement Water supply line is attached to bottom of man...

Page 48: ... seeds are grown The only way to determine a regular maintenance and cleaning schedule is to closely monitor your system once it is fully functioning A clean fodder system increases fodder production and reduces loss due to mold and other harmful biological and environmental factors Below are a few suggestions to help maintain and clean the fodder system Check all fittings and channels to ensure t...

Page 49: ... maintain the system as required in the location where the fodder system will be placed What type of seed or grain will you grow Have you found a supplier for your seed grain Will clean seed grain be used or do you plan to clean these yourself How will you store the seed to prevent loss to rodents and pests How will you transport the fodder from the system to the animals Do you have access to prod...

Page 50: ...lp determine how best to use your system to produce the fodder you will need 1 Soak the Seed Seeds were soaked overnight before they were added to the channels and spread to the required uniform depth For best results maximum soak time is 24 hours minimum soak time is 12 hours Begin with 8 5 to 9 pounds of barley seed per channel Note Seed quality and growing conditions can affect germination rate...

Page 51: ...ecommended During this time you can determine when water is needed and how much water is needed Consult the documentation included with the timer to properly set and maintain the timer Consult the services of a qualified electrician to install the timer and connect the pump to the timer Record all settings temperature and results to use as a reference for future adjustments 5 Adjust water flow usi...

Page 52: ...to shows the seed as it grows in the fodder channel Close up photos showing seed growth Photo shows the seed at different stages of growth Fodder is shown ready to harvest Remove the fodder from the channel and feed the entire mat to the animals Clean the tray reseed and repeat the process ...

Page 53: ...53 Revision date 09 25 18 111628W Reserved for Customer Notes and Records ...

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