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Revision date: 02.16.23
111628E
The photos on this page show fodder at various stages of growth. The
design of the fodder system shown in these photos differs from the 111628E
fodder feed system. Photos are included for reference only.
Use the following steps as a basic guide to get started. These are general
steps; additional steps specific to your planned fodder production may be
necessary.
1. Assemble the fodder system, connect the main water supply, set the
channels in place on the frame, and test the system.
Timer, regulator,
solenoid, and pressure gauge must be installed.
2. Determine what seed to grow and purchase the seed. Soak the seeds in
the soaker bags and buckets for the required time.
3. Using the 111822 Seed Spreader, spread the seed to a uniform depth.
Consult the Design Yield Test information on the previous page for
the 4-channel rotation calculations.
4. Turn on the timer to supply water to the seeded fodder channels.
NOTE:
The water flow rate and the control of the water depends on
many different factors and is accomplished by operating the in-line
valves and setting the number of cycles and cycle duration, which are
controlled by the timer. Careful monitoring of the fodder system for the
first few fodder production cycles is strongly recommended. 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 using the in-line valves. Monitor the flow so that seeds
do not wash to the screen end of the channels. As more level of the
system are put into production, water valves will need adjusting. Once
all levels are in production and the valves have been set, additional
adjustments should be minor.
6. Set the timer to control when water is supplied to the channels.
7. Monitor the system and inspect the seeds to ensure that mold is not
present. Consult internet data specific to your type of fodder.
8. Continue to soak seeds, load fodder channels, and harvest fodder
according to your fodder production plan and schedule.
111628E Quick Start Guide: Getting Started
Photos above show the 107651 bucket and the 111041 soaker bag. Add seed to the
bag, set inside the bucket, and add water to cover all seed.
Photos above show the seed as spread
in a fodder channel. Photo to the left
shows the 111822 seed spreader used
to spread the seed in a channel. Tabs
are designed to ride on the edges of the
channel. Tilt the spreader as needed to
achieve the desired seed depth.
