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PolyMax® Dutch Bucket

Recovery Drip System

Versatile PolyMax® Dutch Buckets are ideal for both small- and large-scale hydroponic growing.

PolyMax® Dutch Buckets

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Page 1: ...ClearSpan All Rights Reserved Reproduction is prohibited without permission PolyMax Dutch Bucket Recovery Drip System Versatile PolyMax Dutch Buckets are ideal for both small and large scale hydroponic growing PolyMax Dutch Buckets ...

Page 2: ...GUIDE Many different Dutch bucket systems exist this guide describes the assembly of one and shows a few other applications Consult your sales representative for important details before you purchase the components to equip your Dutch bucket system CARE AND MAINTENANCE Proper care and maintenance of your system is important Check the following items periodically to properly maintain your Dutch buc...

Page 3: ...10050 Dutch Bucket 110408 1 8 White Polyethylene Tubing 110741 3 4 Black Polyethylene Tubing 110402 2 Way Manifold 110409 110410 or 110411 Woodpecker Drippers 110407 Dripper Stake 110725 Air Pump 109260 Air Stone 110721 Utility Pump 110832 Simer Utility Pump ATTENTION The 110832 pump is required when using woodpecker drippers in the Dutch bucket recovery drip system This pump is not recommended fo...

Page 4: ...sible as plants mature and system maintenance is required Assembly Instructions System maintenance and expansion Your Dutch bucket system requires regular maintenance In addition you may want to expand the system to produce more Design and assemble your system to facilitate maintenance and expansion Anchoring of all supply and return lines All supply and return lines should be anchored to your tab...

Page 5: ... Instructions Plan how you want to connect the return lines at the end where the reservoir tank will be located Use the Dutch buckets to properly space the return lines during the assembly of the remaining tubes and fittings 3 2 5 1 4 6 ...

Page 6: ...ed on the bench and mark the bucket drain fitting location of each bucket on the PVC return line Verify that the fittings of the return lines remain in the desired positions Use a 1 hole saw bit to drill the holes for the Dutch bucket drain fitting Clean the shavings from each return line before use Drain Fitting 3 2 5 1 4 6 7 8 ...

Page 7: ...bly Instructions Before setting the buckets in position take the siphon elbows 110049 and assemble as shown Take the elbow assembly and install one inside each of the Dutch buckets Two 2 elbows are used for each basket 3 2 5 1 4 6 7 8 ...

Page 8: ...e by connecting the return lines to complete the return line plumbing In this example a hole was cut in the bench top to allow the return lines to drain Measure the required length of the remaining straight PVC tubing and cut as needed Remove the buckets to allow for the final assembly of the return lines Apply the PVC cement and connect the fittings Do not set the buckets back in position until t...

Page 9: ...me main supply line These steps show one way to install the supply line plumbing for your Dutch bucket system First determine how you will run the line to the main circulation pump which will be located in the reservoir Layout the fittings and measure the required lengths of supply line Cut the sections as needed and connect these to create the main supply lines for the system See additional assem...

Page 10: ...ety of different fasteners In this example plastic ties are wrapped around the tubing and tightened Regardless of what fasteners are used install these carefully to prevent pinching the tubing which can restrict the water flow to or from the reservoir Install fitting to plug the free end of the main supply line 3 2 1 4 7 ...

Page 11: ...first install a fitting in the pump to accept the supply line for the system For some pumps the fitting is included with the pump For others a fitting may need to be purchased Consult with your sales representative for additional information After installing the pump fitting connect the supply line tubing as shown in the example Tighten the clamp and cut the supply line to the required length The ...

Page 12: ...ting of the black supply line tubing Secure the supply lines and return lines to the bench top if this has not been completed This prevents unwanted shifting of the tubes Continue by installing the supply fittings and drip lines for each Dutch bucket Connect the supply line from the pump to the supply lines running on top of the bench to complete the main supply plumbing R e t u r n L i n e S u p ...

Page 13: ...ne tubing required for each bucket Two 2 lines are needed for each bucket Cut the tubing to length and attach each to the 111044 tee fitting as shown Repeat for all fittings needed for the system Using the 110743 hole punch tool carefully punch a hole in the supply line for each fitting For a uniform appearance align the fitting with the drain fitting of each bucket when possible Finally carefully...

Page 14: ... manifold is needed to attach the drip lines to the dripper As described in the previous procedure measure and cut the drip tubing Two 2 lines are needed for each bucket Take a 110402 2 way manifold and attach it to a dripper fitting Repeat for all dripper fittings Attach the dripper lines to the 2 way manifolds Punch the holes in the supply line as previously described and install the drippers Gr...

Page 15: ...xt page shows filling the buckets ATTENTION Before filling and planting the buckets it is best to test the nutrient supply and return lines Add water to the reservoir verify that all buckets and lines are in place and plug in and turn on the pump Check all drip lines to verify that water flows out of the weights and into the buckets Next verify that the water flows out of the buckets and into the ...

Page 16: ...he mixture Mixture will be specific to system the reservoir size and the plants grown ATTENTION Water quality 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 supply Consult the services of a water quality professional to determine the condition of the wa...

Page 17: ...the desired growing medium and planting your plants attach a dripper stake to the end of each dripper line Set the stakes inside each bucket and turn on the circulation pump Check each stake to ensure that water flows freely from each Turn off the pump Gently push the stake into the growing medium as shown Continue by reading the aerator installation information Procedure 17 Assembly Instructions ...

Page 18: ...ing each consult 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 RollerHook Assemblies for your Dutch bucket recovery system Assembly Instructions ATTENTION Photo to the right shows the spool incorrectly installed in the wire hanger When installed this way the sp...

Page 19: ...embled RollerHook from a wire cable or frame member above the Dutch bucket system Pull cord from the spool so it reaches the desired Dutch bucket 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 closed to lock cord in place Move back to the cord spool and tighten to remove slack To prevent plant damage do not overt...

Page 20: ...ir at all times to prevent siphoning of the nutrient solution from the reservoir 2 Attach a tube to each stone 3 Connect the free end of each tube to the air pump and lower each stone into the reservoir 4 Place the air pump in the position chosen in Step 1 5 Connect the air pump to power and test the operation Verify that air is filtering through each air stone Monitor the air pump regularly to en...

Page 21: ...ench so that it slopes toward the outlet end of the return line plumbing A B C D RAISE THIS END OF THE TABLE OR BENCH TO ENSURE PROPER DRAINAGE OF THE NUTRIENT SOLUTION BACK TO THE RESERVOIR CHECK WITH A LEVEL IF AVAILABLE A B C D Return Line Return Line Return Line Supply Line Return Line Drain to Reservoir Supply Line from Reservoir to Dutch Buckets ...

Page 22: ...ir Tank Supply Line from Pump PolyMax Dutch Bucket Overflow FRONT VIEW SIDE VIEW Return Line to Reservoir Reservoir Tank Air Line Air Pump Airstone Submersible Pump Nutrient Solution Feed Line 1 2 Tubing typical IMPORTANT Install air pump above the solution level in the tank ...

Page 23: ...19 Quick Start Guide TOP VIEW Return Line Capped Return Line to Reservoir Supply Line from Reservoir Feed Line Plugged Drip Line Nutrient Solution Feed Line 1 2 Tubing typical PolyMax Dutch Bucket Overflow Supply Line Capped ...

Page 24: ...24 Revision date 05 01 19 Quick Start Guide Additional Photos ...

Page 25: ...25 Revision date 05 01 19 Quick Start Guide Additional Photos Photo shows using the 110010 RollerHook Assembly ...

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