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115554

Ebb & Flow System*

115554 

2' x 4' System

*Photo shows a 2' x 8' system. Actual system is 2' x 4'. Some components shown are not included with kit. Actual system differs.

ATTENTION: ACTUAL TRAY IS BLACK. ORIGINAL 

WHITE TRAY IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE.

Summary of Contents for Growers Supply 115554

Page 1: ...n is prohibited without permission 115554 Ebb Flow System 115554 2 x 4 System Photo shows a 2 x 8 system Actual system is 2 x 4 Some components shown are not included with kit Actual system differs ATTENTION ACTUAL TRAY IS BLACK ORIGINAL WHITE TRAY IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE ...

Page 2: ...s presented will help ensure the proper assembly of your system The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows 1 Verify that all parts are included in the shipment Notify customer service for questions or concerns See below 2 Read and understand these instructions and the information included with the shipment before you begin 3 Gather the tools and assistants 4 Assemble the system Import...

Page 3: ...ecure each insert to each tube using two 2 112838 Tek screws Install screws through leg tube and wall of the 112477 insert and not the open side of the insert Install screws slightly off center line of the leg tube to prevent contact with threaded rod See dashed line for center of tube 4 Adjust 113030S03 leveler so it is seated against threaded plate of insert and locknut See diagram to the right ...

Page 4: ...ex head bolts and FAME51B flat washers to complete the frame assembly Tighten all connections until snug 2 Install one 112770 finishing cap in each vertical frame tube Gently tap into tube if needed 3 Level the frame as needed Tighten locknut against the insert plate to secure leveler 112770 STEP 2 STEP 3 115554C 115554C STEP 1 FAME51B FAG338B ...

Page 5: ...nd of the tray locate the flat area with dimples that identify hole locations 3 Using a 1 3 8 hole saw bit and a drill carefully drill the bulkhead holes through the bottom of the propagation tray 4 Clean debris from the tray and around the holes 5 Continue with the installation of the bulkhead fittings Actual tray may differ from what is shown Actual tray design may differ from example shown ATTE...

Page 6: ...verify that the fitting includes a washer 3 Insert the fitting with washer through one of the holes 4 Seat fitting tightly in the hole 6 5 7 5 Take the bulkhead nut and turn it onto the threaded shaft Tighten until fitting is snug NOTE Use a large pair of adjustable pliers if necessary Do not overtighten the nut 6 Repeat the steps to install the remaining bulkhead fitting NOTE Check both fitting n...

Page 7: ...valves the same 3 Secure each connection using one 111698 ratchet clamp Gently squeeze clamp until it clicks indicating clamp is tight Do not overtighten Doing so will damage ratchet clamp teeth 4 Slide another clamp over each valve assembly 5 Attach one valve assembly to a bulkhead attached to tray This will be the pump supply fitting 6 Verify that tube is seated tightly on fitting and secure usi...

Page 8: ...ttom of reservoir with no stress on tube or fittings once tube is connected 3 Take pump and slide supply tube cut in step 2 onto pump fitting Add a ratchet clamp ATTENTION Pump fitting and o ring are included with pump Install correct pump fitting before installing tube 4 Gently secure clamp using a pair of pliers Do not over tighten 5 Set pump in reservoir 6 Slide a ratchet clamp over supply tube...

Page 9: ... from valve to top of lid and add 2 3 so tube when installed extends below lid surface 13 Cut a 3 4 tube to the length determined in previous step 14 Attach tube to in line valve assembly attached to bulkhead 15 Secure connection with clamp 16 Inspect all connections to ensure they are tight Ensure valves open and close as desired and in the desired direction 17 Continue with the next procedure 8 ...

Page 10: ...the desired position mark tube locations on porthole cover using a pencil Actual components may differ from the example shown above 3 Use a 1 hole saw bit to first drill through cover in marked locations Then finish removing cover material using a jig saw or small hand saw 4 Clean debris from prepared porthole cover and check fit on reservoir cover around tubes Enlarge hole size using a round file...

Page 11: ...velers so tray is level side to side Check with a level Use the lower photos to determine how to set the slope of the frame After adjusting each leveler as needed use photos 1 4 to lock leveler in place A 9 16 wrench is needed Actual system may differ from what is shown Actual system may differ from what is shown Leveling steps are the same ...

Page 12: ...drain tube to increase and maintain the nutrient solution level in the tray A screen installed on the pump tube deflects water to ensure an even steady flow Install these items as needed to achieve the desired results Hand tighten only during installation to allow for easier removal TEST AND USE EBB FLOW SYSTEM After assembly fill reservoir to desired level Cover entire pump with water Connect pum...

Page 13: ...tem Photo ATTENTION Actual system may differ Photo shows a 2 x 8 tray and frame Plumbing and assembly are the same Some components shown are not included with ebb flow kit ATTENTION ACTUAL TRAY IS BLACK ORIGINAL WHITE TRAY IS NO LONGER AVAILABLE ...

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