FarmTek Growers Supply HydroCycle 4" Pro NFT Manual Download

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REQUIRED TOOLS

The following list identifies the main tools needed to

assemble the hydroponic system. Additional tools may

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

works best)

•  1/4" hex key (Allen) wrench
•  Saw for metal and PVC
•  Hammer and gloves
•  Level (2'-3'– recommended)
•  Adjustable pliers
•  5/16" drill bit and 1", 1-3/8", and 2-1/2" hole saws

READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing the HydroCycle Pro NFT hydroponic lettuce system. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will provide years of

reliable service. These instructions include helpful hints and important information needed to safely assemble and properly maintain the system. Please read

these instructions

before

you begin. If you have any questions during the assembly, contact Customer Service at 1.800.245.9881 for assistance.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

Following the instructions as presented will help

ensure the proper assembly of your hydroponic table.

This manual describes how to assemble a single

table that includes four (4) eight foot (8') channels.

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.

2. Read these instructions and all additional

documentation included with the shipment

before

you begin.

3.  Gather the tools and assistants.
4.  Assemble the NFT frame and system.
5.  Read the care and maintenance information.

CARE AND MAINTENANCE

Proper care and maintenance of your

hydroponic table is important. Check the

following items periodically to properly

maintain your hydroponic table.
• Check connections and all fasteners to

verify that they remain tight.

• Do not climb or stand on the frame or

channels at anytime.

• Verify that the supply lines and related

fittings are clean and functioning properly.

• Replace all worn or damaged parts and

fittings promptly.

• Repair all leaks immediately.
• If the table is moved, inspect all parts and

connections before reassembling and use.

• For replacement or missing parts, call

1.800.245.9881 for assistance.

Important Information

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

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

Interrupter) when working with power tools and

cords.

QUICK START GUIDE

For a quick overview of this product, its

components, and connection details consult

the Quick Start Guide at the back of these

instructions.

WARNING:

KEEP ALL ELECTRICAL

CORDS AND CONNECTIONS OUT OF THE

RESERVOIR. CONSULT THE SERVICES

OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO

ADEQUATELY AND SAFELY CONNECT THE

PUMP TO A POWER SUPPLY.

ALL ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS SHALL BE

DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL

AND REGIONAL BUILDING CODES AND

STANDARDS.

Summary of Contents for Growers Supply HydroCycle 4" Pro NFT

Page 1: ...ow healthy plants without soil using mineral nutrient solutions Actual system may differ from what is shown 2021 Growers Supply All Rights Reserved Reproduction is prohibited without permission HydroCycle 4 Pro NFT Lettuce Systems STK 112525 ...

Page 2: ... these instructions and all additional documentation included with the shipment before you begin 3 Gather the tools and assistants 4 Assemble the NFT frame and system 5 Read the care and maintenance information CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance of your hydroponic table is important Check the following items periodically to properly maintain your hydroponic table Check connections an...

Page 3: ...ts of the hydroponic system Some parts may not be shown To prevent mixing of fittings select only those that are needed for each procedure Keep all fittings in the shipping bags until they are needed 10015106 Short Tee Fitting 12 100442 1 Nut Setter FA4470B 10 Tek Screw WF6990 PVC Cement and 113372 Purple Primer PVC PRIMER CEMENT Follow all directions printed on pvc primer and cement containers Pu...

Page 4: ...r WF6682 PICTORIAL GUIDE continued Important Information 40 Gallon Reservoir Reservoir Cover Porthole Cover ATTENTION Reservoir and lid style shown throughout this guide may vary When needed critical dimensions are noted for hole locations 115820 Grommets WF1530 WF3310 WG3840 112066 1 Shut off to attach to WF1023 filter ...

Page 5: ...ace slide three 3 tee fittings onto each 96 pipe and space as shown below Position with the set screws facing up 2 Using a 1 4 hex wrench tighten each fitting and recheck the on center spacing ASSEMBLE MAIN SUPPORT FRAME Consult the Quick Start section of this guide for additional diagrams and photos Complete these steps to get started Tighten using a 1 4 hex wrench ...

Page 6: ...hown and tighten the base pipe tee fitting set screw to secure the legs 5 Place a tee fitting at the end of each leg Slide a scrap piece of 1 315 pipe cut from a leg pipe to properly set the fitting position if desired Assemble on a flat surface to keep the fittings square on the end of the leg pipes Lock the fittings in place by tightening the set screws and repeat the process for the remaining b...

Page 7: ...ke one 131P043 pipe and slide it through the tee fittings at one end of each base assembly Repeat the step to install the center 43 cross support and remaining end support 8 Set the width of the support frame at ground level and at the cross support See the diagram below and in the Quick Start section near the back of this guide 9 Tighten all set screws to secure all connections 10 Continue with t...

Page 8: ...nd square the main frame 1 To square the frame measure from corner to corner and adjust the frame as needed until the two dimensions are equal Be sure to measure from the same point at each corner to achieve the best and most accurate results 2 Once the frame is square verify that all vertical supports are plumb Verify that all horizontal pipes are level After making these adjustments repeat Step ...

Page 9: ...fitting onto outlet Install fitting as shown with open end pointing down in the 6 00 o clock position ATTENTION Verify that you are using the WF6682 elbows These are without threads Do not use the WF6692 elbow ASSEMBLE ALL 8 116211L096 CHANNELS 5 Once all end caps and drain elbows are in place carefully flip all channels over so the bottom is facing up and the open top is down 6 Apply the 112509 a...

Page 10: ...GERS TO FRAME 112539 Hanger 100442 1 Nut Setter FA4470 10 Tek Screw ATTENTION Install the drain manifold at the low end of the frame which has the shorter 33 1 2 leg pipes 1 A Position bottom of hanger 1 below bottom of tee fitting 1 2 B Position bottom of hanger 1 2 below bottom of tee fitting 33 1 2 Legs 36 Legs Attach hangers here High End Drain Low End Drain this direction A B Attach Drain Man...

Page 11: ...2 for system photo 5 Once fit is confirmed mark tubes and disassemble Apply the pvc primer and cement and reassemble Do not cement end caps to the horizontal drain manifold These are to remain free to remove Press against hanger to lock assembly in place 6 After cement has dried place the assembly back into the hangers and press evenly to lock the manifold in place ATTENTION Position tee fitting n...

Page 12: ...ame as desired and slide toward the drain tube until elbows touch tube 11 Check that channels are spaced evenly at both ends as desired and mark the elbow locations on the chalkline 12 Using a 1 3 8 hole saw carefully drill a hole at each mark Have an assistant support the pvc tube during drilling to avoid applying too much pressure on pipe hangers Clean debris from the drain manifold tube 13 Add ...

Page 13: ...he 5 16 Holes for the Air Pump Tubing 1 Take a 5 16 drill bit and drill two holes 2 apart through cover See photo below for location ATTENTION X marks hole locations based on reservoir design and position Drill one 2 1 2 drain tube and one 1 supply tube hole Always space holes apart as shown If 2 1 2 drain hole position is the other corner drill the 1 supply tube hole on the opposite side of the p...

Page 14: ...ese steps 1 Move to the end of the frame opposite the drain manifold 2 Measure 7 1 2 in from each frame tee fitting and mark the position on the underside of the crossbar 3 Attach one 106808 hanger in each position using the FA4470B Tek screws and 100442 driver Do not overtighten 7 1 2 106808 FA4470B 12 x 1 Tek Screw ...

Page 15: ...O FRAME 3 Move to the frame and snap the supply manifold into the 3 4 hangers Install so elbow is at the corner opposite the tee fitting of the drain manifold at the opposite end of the frame WF2990 WF1530 4 Verify the open end of the elbow points towards the opposite end of the frame and mark elbow location on both the elbow and manifold tube for alignment purposes 5 Continue with the next proced...

Page 16: ...ly slight pressure to allow bit to cut a smooth hole in PVC tube Step 4 Step Bit Grommet to be tight to PVC tube 115820 Grommet IMPORTANT Verify there is an open hole through the grommet before installing Puncture through if necessary Step 6 Step 2 5 Remove elbow and cap and clean loose PVC debris from inside the tube and from around each grommet hole after drilling Holes must be clean and free of...

Page 17: ...ly primer and cement to both ends of the supply manifold and inside fittings Reinstall fittings WF6990 PVC Cement 113372 PVC Purple Primer 2 Allow cement to set and snap the assembled manifold back in the hangers IMPORTANT Assemble manifold by positioning top hat grommets down toward floor Review sample picture below for a finished manifold with 1 4 feeder tubes to NFT channels 3 Continue with the...

Page 18: ...dle crossbar and attach the last 106808 hanger to the underside of that crossbar 3 Using the photo below assemble the filter valve and related fittings Wrap all threads with thread tape before assembly 3 8 106808 Hanger WF3310 FA4470B 10 Tek Screw WF3411 112066 1 Shut off to attach to WF1023 filter WF2153 WF3411 WF3310 WF1023 112066 WF2153 Install hanger tight to tee fitting of the frame 4 Continu...

Page 19: ...98 ratchet clamps Position the pump union assembly approximately 6 above the reservoir cover Secure with ratchet clamps Position the filter valve assembly at the reservoir end of the frame between the crossbars as shown Install filter assembly according to the water flow arrow on the filter housing WF3411 ATTENTION Use pliers to gently squeeze ratchet clamps around tubing 6 Pump Union Assembly WF1...

Page 20: ...rom lid end 2 Drill only one 1 hole at the supply manifold end for each lid 3 Ensure plant holes are staggered when lids are installed In other words do not stack lids to drill feeder tube hole without considering where lid will be installed 4 To prevent debris from entering NFT channels do not drill lids over NFT channels See photo right 5 Once lids are prepared place one on each NFT channel Stag...

Page 21: ...a tube and check its length Once the correct length is determined cut all remaining tubes to the determined length Check quantity of tubing included with system Bevel one end to allow easier installation through hole in lid To ensure 1 4 feeder tube is fully inserted into top hat grommet of supply manifold mark a line on tube end opposite beveled end that is 1 2 in from end Tubes can be marked ind...

Page 22: ...in the reservoir See photo for stone position opposite the water pump 3 Place the reservoir cover on the reservoir and feed the tubing up through the access holes and connect the free end of each tube to the air pump ATTENTION Always position the air pump above the nutrient level to prevent siphoning of the reservoir ATTACH THE AIR PUMP AND AERATOR STONES Attach 110091 tube to air stone 109260 Air...

Page 23: ... the solution during operation A Do not cement the vertical drain tube to the tee fitting In most instances it is best to allow it to remain free so it can be removed to service and drain the reservoir Check the tube often to ensure that it is not working loose during operation ATTENTION If the tube is cemented to the tee fitting additional steps will need to be taken to remove the cover or reposi...

Page 24: ...drain end of each channel 7 Check all plumbing connections main supply line and filter for leaks 8 Check all pvc fittings for leaks 9 Look for bubbles in the reservoir to verify that the air is pumping to each air stone Remember to always mount the air pump on a surface that is above the water level Vibrations of the pump can cause it to move Make sure the pump does not fall into the reservoir or ...

Page 25: ...tubes as needed 5 Clean the drain tube if needed Remove the end plugs and inspect the inside of the tube Clean the drain tube by pulling or pushing a brush or cloth through the it Rinse with clean water NOTE Do not allow debris from the drain tube to contaminate the contents of the reservoir Remove the vertical tube and clean 6 With the pump off disassemble the filter and clean the screen and hous...

Page 26: ...e the end of the hose in a bucket or run it to the desired location 3 Open the shutoff valve on the filter and turn the pump on to pump out the reservoir Turn off the pump once the reservoir is empty 4 Clean the reservoir as needed and repeat the steps to pump it out if needed Close the shutoff valve 5 Remove the hose and clean the filter See previous page for procedure 6 Refill the reservoir with...

Page 27: ...27 Revision date 01 14 21 112525 112525 FRAME SUPPORT FRAME DIMENSIONS AND VIEWS 42 on center 38 on center 42 on center Ground Level End View 38 On Center 38 On Center Leg Leg Cross Support 6 on center ...

Page 28: ...mpleted 112525 table Filter valve assembly pump union assembly reservoir and air pump are also visible Photo shows the supply manifold and supply tubes of the NFT system Drain Manifold Main Supply Line Supply Manifold ATTENTION Reservoir and lid style shown throughout this guide may vary When needed critical dimensions are noted for hole locations ...

Page 29: ...29 Revision date 01 14 21 112525 ADDITIONAL PHOTO ATTENTION Reservoir and lid style shown throughout this guide may vary When needed critical dimensions are noted for hole locations ...

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Page 31: ...31 Revision date 01 14 21 112525 PAGE RESERVED FOR CUSTOMER NOTES AND RECORDS ...

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