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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

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Page 1: ...n 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...

Page 2: ...ted 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 c...

Page 3: ...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...

Page 4: ...ED 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 T...

Page 5: ...ty 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 Set...

Page 6: ...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...

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 FRAM...

Page 8: ...tall 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 F...

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...

Page 10: ...eview 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...

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 posit...

Page 12: ...k 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 t...

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 we...

Page 14: ...e 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 flus...

Page 15: ...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 ve...

Page 16: ...ort 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 support...

Page 17: ...be 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...

Page 18: ...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...

Page 19: ...he 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 fodd...

Page 20: ...ts 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 WAL...

Page 21: ...al 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 Fasten...

Page 22: ...ough 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 s...

Page 23: ...ach 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...

Page 24: ...ing 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...

Page 25: ...e 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 ce...

Page 26: ...ter 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...

Page 27: ...de 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...

Page 28: ...n 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...

Page 29: ...e 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...

Page 30: ...e 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 t...

Page 31: ...etween 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...

Page 32: ...ve 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...

Page 33: ...ng 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 th...

Page 34: ...ch 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 e...

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 10...

Page 36: ...ation 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 S...

Page 37: ...sh 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...

Page 38: ...306 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 EVE...

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 ne...

Page 40: ...eeded 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...

Page 41: ...GE 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 S15P1...

Page 42: ...ube 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...

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: ...er 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...

Page 45: ...agram 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...

Page 46: ...ame 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...

Page 47: ...hoto 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...

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 a...

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 u...

Page 50: ...p 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...

Page 51: ...commended 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 serv...

Page 52: ...o 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 ch...

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

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