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Revision date: 09.21.18
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OPERATIONAL AND MAINTENANCE INFORMATION
General Operating Instructions
After assembly, check system before operation. Complete these steps:
1. Verify all electrical cord ends and air pump are outside reservoir before
adding solution.
2. Verify WF3316 ball valve at end of main supply manifold above vertical
grow tube is closed.
3. Verify both 113696 single union ball valves are open at pump before
running pump.
4. Fill reservoir to cover nutrient pump intake.
5. Plug air pump into a GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) outlet.
Look for bubbles in reservoir to confirm air is pumping to each air stone.
Remember to always mount air pump on a surface above water
level.
Pump vibrations can cause pump to move. Make sure pump does
not fall into reservoir or other liquids.
6. Consult nutrient pump documentation and
prime the pump
. After pump
is primed, allow it to run until water flows through mist column inside
grow tube.
If water does not flow, turn off pump and repeat steps to
prime pump.
7. Check all plumbing connections for leaks.
8. Check all pvc fittings for leaks.
9. Adjust system pressure: Normal operating pressure for this aeroponic
system is 10 psi. Adjust pressure reducing valve (112689) as needed.
10. Once air is out of all lines and water sprays from mist column, turn off
nutrient pump.
11. If this has not been done yet, install timer and connect water pump to it.
Set timer to recommended watering cycles noted on
Page 5
.
ATTENTION:
Once system is running, monitor plant growth and adjust
watering cycles as needed to maximize results.
12. System is ready to use. Add plants and grow. Mix nutrient solution
according to plant needs and instructions included with nutrient.
General Cleaning and Maintenance Instructions
For optimal performance and to increase yields, check and clean reservoir
periodically. Time between maintenance and cleaning depends on growing
environment and specific use of system. Apply the following steps as needed
to ensure your system is working properly.
1. Disconnect main power supply to turn off all pumps. Remove reservoir
cover and inspect inside of reservoir. Reservoir should be cleaned each
time nutrient solution is replenished. Keep porthole cover in place during
operation to prevent light from entering reservoir.
2. Check all plumbing connections to ensure none are leaking.
3. Check all tube supports to ensure all are functioning as designed.
4. With pump off, disassemble filter and clean screen and housing.
Reassemble for use. See procedure on next pages for details.
WARNING:
KEEP ALL ELECTRICAL CORDS AND CONNECTIONS
OUT OF THE RESERVOIR. CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A
QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN TO ADEQUATELY AND SAFELY
CONNECT THE PUMPS TO A POWER SUPPLY.
ALL ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS SHALL BE DESIGNED IN
ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL AND REGIONAL BUILDING CODES
AND STANDARDS.
ATTENTION:
During operation, always position air pump
above
reservoir/nutrient level to prevent siphoning. For best results, air pump
must run continuously when system is in operation.
Do not connect air
pump to a circuit controlled by a timer.
