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Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL SIPHON ELBOWS

Siphon Elbow

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Drain T

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Complete these steps:
1.  Assemble the siphon elbows as shown. Two (2) elbows are used for each 

assembly.

2.  Take the elbow assembly and install one inside each Dutch bucket. 
3.  Check bucket position on the frame and verify that each bucket drain nipple is 

inserted in the drain hole of the pvc drain tube.

4.  Return to and tighten all pipe clamp mounting bolts to secure the drain tube and 

to lock buckets in place. Tighten bolts until snug. 

Do not overtighten bolts.

 Doing 

so will damage the clamps.

5.  Continue with the next procedure.

Summary of Contents for PolyMax H1-10

Page 1: ...ucket System Versatile PolyMax Dutch Buckets are ideal for both small and large scale hydroponic growing PolyMax Dutch Buckets Actual system may differ STK DIMENSIONS 112529 19 W x 26 H x 118 L Dimens...

Page 2: ...tight Verify that the pump is working properly Check and clean all filters to optimize performance Clean the reservoir periodically to prevent unwanted contamination of solution Monitor temperatures...

Page 3: ...for additional details and diagrams All parts are sold separately Siphon Elbow 111044 Threaded Tee Dutch Bucket 111627 3 4 White Polyethylene Tubing 110407 Dripper Stake 110725 Air Pump 109260 Air Sto...

Page 4: ...1 Shut off to attach to WF1023 filter ATTENTION Reservoir and lid style shown throughout this guide may vary When needed critical dimensions are noted for hole locations WF6990 PVC Cement and 113372 P...

Page 5: ...olts as shown Do not tighten at this time STEP 2 Attach side rails to end and mid frame supports using the 1 4 x 3 4 bolts and 1 4 lock nuts Position rails on top of the end and mid frame supports Fin...

Page 6: ...ing holes for the clamp 5 Take the 1 4 fasteners and attach the clamp Do not fully tighten these bolts at this time PVC tube should slide into the clamp 6 Move to the opposite end of the frame and rep...

Page 7: ...the 6 line measure 12 and mark that position 4 Continue marking hole locations at 12 intervals until you reach the end of the tube There will be ten 10 hole locations in all one for each Dutch bucket...

Page 8: ...bly 2 Take the elbow assembly and install one inside each Dutch bucket 3 Check bucket position on the frame and verify that each bucket drain nipple is inserted in the drain hole of the pvc drain tube...

Page 9: ...the coupling with a pair of adjustable pliers and turning the adapter using an adjustable wrench or similar wrench Tighten until snug Do not overtighten and do not crush fittings 4 Gently squeeze all...

Page 10: ...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...

Page 11: ...he tube length needed to reach approximately 1 2 to 1 above the top of the Dutch bucket Cut a section of 3 4 tube to that length 4 Take two clamps and one 110729 elbow and assemble as shown above Cut...

Page 12: ...in tube ASSEMBLE AND INSTALL DRAIN MANIFOLD Assemble on the drain tube to set the correct angle of the manifold back to the reservoir drain hole WF1574 WF6990 PVC Cement 113372 PVC Purple Primer WF138...

Page 13: ...al supply tube that runs the length of the frame and punch one hole in the tube at each bucket position Align hole with the center of each bucket when possible 5 Carefully grip one barb and irrigation...

Page 14: ...ne 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 Assembly Instruct...

Page 15: ...e end plugs and inspect the inside of the tube Reroute the drain tube so it does not empty into the reservoir and then clean the drain tube by pulling a brush or cloth through the tube Rinse with clea...

Page 16: ...eservoir periodically to maximize plant growth and to minimize system contamination The steps that follow can be used to change nutrient solution and to pump the reservoir for cleaning and typical mai...

Page 17: ...IS THE SAME STEPS FOR CLEANING THE FILTER ARE THE SAME 1 Turn off the nutrient pump 2 Grip the filter housing and the main supply line and unscrew the housing Do not apply force to the filter or the...

Page 18: ...8 58 8 3 8 5 53 5 118 8 26 58 3 53 5 8 18 3 4 ADDITIONAL PHOTOS AND DIAGRAMS TOP VIEW SIDE VIEW END VIEW ATTENTION Actual dimensions will vary slightly Frame has been manufactured using tolerances th...

Page 19: ...ate 05 13 20 112529 2 2 3 3 1 3 3 3 3 1 1 Item Part Description Quantity 1 112259VFRM END FRAME AND MID FRAME SUPPORT 3 2 112529HANG FRAME SIDE RAIL 2 3 112529NBRC DIAGONAL BRACES 6 ADDITIONAL PHOTOS...

Page 20: ...hows end support with installed diagonal braces and side rails Use levelers to adjust frame slope and account for slight variations in the floor If system is sitting on crushed rock or soil take addit...

Page 21: ...ient Solution Feed Line 3 4 Tubing typical Power Cord Main Power Submersible Pump Timer Power Supply to Air Pump Reservoir Tank Air Pump Air Stones Submersible Pump Nutrient Solution Feed Line 3 4 Tub...

Page 22: ...22 112529 Revision date 05 13 20 Actual system reservoir and lid may differ from what is shown ADDITIONAL PHOTOS AND DIAGRAMS...

Page 23: ...lity affects the nutrient solution Testing the water supply is strongly recommended before you mix the nutrient solution In some instances and for best results it may be necessary to treat the water s...

Page 24: ...onsult the following page to view installation photos using the 110010 assemblies and the 110006 110007 clips Additional purchase required Contact your sales representative to purchase Tomato RollerHo...

Page 25: ...Pull cord from the spool so it reaches the desired Dutch bucket 3 Take one 110006 or 110007 clip wrap it around the stem of the plant feed the cord into the hinged part of the clip and snap the clip...

Page 26: ...26 112529 Revision date 05 13 20 Photo shows using the 110010 RollerHook Assembly OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ADDITIONAL PURCHASE REQUIRED...

Page 27: ...27 Revision date 05 13 20 112529 PAGE RESERVED FOR CUSTOMER NOTES AND RECORDS...

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