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Instruction manual

GROW

BASE EC

PRO

Multifunctional digital climate and CO

₂

controller

with timer functions

Schlosserstr. 25
60322 Frankfurt – Germany
Mail: [email protected]
Web: www.growcontrol.de

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Page 1: ...Instruction manual GROWBASEECPRO Multifunctional digital climate and CO controller with timer functions Schlosserstr 25 60322 Frankfurt Germany Mail info growcontrol de Web www growcontrol de ...

Page 2: ...ions carefully and observe the relevant information Store this instruction manual and make it accessible to all users Ensure that you include this instruction manual when handing over the device to third parties With kind regards GrowControl Inhalt 1 Safety instructions 3 2 Specified normal operation 5 3 Device description 6 4 Initial use 8 5 Operation 9 6 Menu overview 10 7 The menu and its featu...

Page 3: ...ll as plug connections for their proper condition prior to each use Check the proper status of all parts connected to the device Do not use the device if it is damaged Do not pull on the cables to disconnect the plug from the power socket Hold the device plug sockets with one hand while removing electrical equipment by pulling the plug Do not use the device if it has sustained a fall or if water h...

Page 4: ...fire if the device is used improperly or these instructions for use are ignored Never use the device near highly flammable substances Operation Warning The device is only intended for the purpose described in these instructions The manufacturer is not liable for damage resulting from improper or careless use Do not connect any technical equipment that exceeds the maximum output indicated on the de...

Page 5: ... extender RJ45 jacks labeled EC Fans o Voltage controlled EC fans The device is not suitable for controlling any other equipment Always ensure that the maximum output power of the individual outputs is not exceeded Please find further information on the device s label or section 11 page 24 Table 4 of this manual Warning If the intake mode is selected for the Multifunctional Out 1 output only stand...

Page 6: ... used to calculate the expected values in the future This enables the controller to quickly react to changes and achieve the desired value is able to regulate the temperature and humidity as precisely as 0 5 C 1 RH ensures a constant negative pressure in the grow room avoiding the escape of odors from the grow room To maintain an accurate negative pressure a pressure sensor can also be connected s...

Page 7: ...lug for supplying the controller and the other power outputs 7 Digital sensor for humidity and temperature 8 Hanger for the sensor 9 Programmable power socket Multifunctional Out 1 1200W 10 Programmable power socket Multifunctional Out 2 1200W 11 RJ45 jack for exhaust EC fan 12 RJ45 jack for intake EC fan 13 4xRJ45 jack for Humidity Temperature sensor CO sensor negative pressure sensor temperature...

Page 8: ...Out 1 4 outputs and set up all other functions according to your requirements 4 If using regular duct fans we recommend disconnecting the mains plug 6 first Subsequently connect the fans to the corresponding power outlets on the controller and then reconnect the mains plug 5 Connect appropriate devices to the other power outputs 6 Connect the EC fans to the RJ45 jacks labeled intake and exhaust 12...

Page 9: ...tch 2 On Level 1 Info different information is displayed On Level 2 Setup all settings except CO settings can be configured On Level 3 CO Setup all settings for the CO functions can be configured In the right area of the display currently available menu options are displayed by these symbols F Enter Press BC Go to next menu page rotate k Change value rotate i Info screen ...

Page 10: ...ut 2 1 9 Pressure sensor calibration 2 1 6 Clock 2 2 0 Interval day ON 2 2 4 Time lights OFF 2 2 3 Interval day OFF 2 2 5 Interval night ON 2 2 6 Interval night OFF 2 2 7 Set language 2 3 0 Time lights ON 2 2 2 Temperature T Heater 2 3 Exhaust MIN night 2 1 0 Exhaust MAX night 2 9 Intake MAX night 2 1 1 Auto calibration pressure 2 1 7 Deviation reduced rpm 2 1 3 Cancel return home 2 3 3 Return to ...

Page 11: ...midity values RH that have occurred since the last reset or start up 1 6 T MIN MAX This display indicates the minimum and maximum temperature values temp that have occurred since the last reset or start up 1 7 Reset MIN MAX To reset the saved minimum and maximum values press the rotary switch while this display is shown After resetting the home screen will be displayed 1 8 CO2 warning If the desir...

Page 12: ... the fan 1 3 Functions of outputs This displays shows the chosen output functions of the sockets Multifunctional Out 1 4 Out1 Out4 If an output extender is connected additional outputs are displayed according to the number of outputs 1 9 Interval info This display shows the remaining time for switching an output for which the function interval is selected to switch on or switch off 1 10 Info Clock...

Page 13: ...switch on a heater When this temperature is undercut a heater connected to Multifunctional Out 4 will be turned on Maximum power 2300W 10A In addition a CO generator gas burner connected to any of the power outputs will be activated when the specified temperature is undercut 2 4 Temperature heating mat Set the temperature for a heating mat You can set a fix temperature or a temperature relative to...

Page 14: ...always be disabled during the daytime This value is only relevant for standard duct fans EC fans always turn off at 10 Ensure that the fan is still rotating at the set minimum fan speed and the airflow is sufficient for cooling the motor 2 9 Exhaust fan MAX night Set the maximum fan speed of the exhaust fan during the night period This fan speed will never be exceeded Please find additional inform...

Page 15: ...ings depending on whether a pressure sensor is connected Without a pressure sensor connected With different fan speeds of the intake and exhaust fans a vacuum is maintained inside the grow room which avoids the escape of odors from the grow room With this value the amount of negative pressure can be set Furthermore the intake and exhaust fans can be balanced if different fans are used For example ...

Page 16: ...umidity is exceeded by 10 RH the air flow will be increased A deviation of 1 5 C compared to the desired temperature will be tolerated High When the desired humidity is exceeded by 5 RH the air flow will be increased A deviation of 3 C compared to the desired temperature will be tolerated High heating In addition to the high mode the connected heater will be turned on when the desired humidity is ...

Page 17: ...day cycle takes 23 hours and 25 minutes The last 35 minutes compared to a regular 24h day is missing and the clock will directly proceed from 23 24 59 to 00 00 00 Please pay attention to this fact when setting up the time of Lights ON OFF and the clock time 2 22 Lights ON Set the time to switch the lights on An output in clock timer mode will switch on according to the set time 2 23 Lights OFF Set...

Page 18: ...tch when this screen is displayed to save the changes made and return to the home screen 2 33 Cancel return home When this screen is displayed press the rotary switch to discard the changes made and return to the home screen 3 Menu level CO Setup To increase the CO concentration CO can be dispensed from a CO bottle or by generating CO by burning gas A suitable CO armature can be sourced from our w...

Page 19: ... the desired temperature for CO mode When this temperature is exceeded the fan speeds will be increased as long the settings following MIN MAX settings allow To avoid high CO wastage it makes sense to turn off the fans during the CO mode If a negative pressure has to be maintained its also a good idea to let the exhaust fan run on a very low speed 3 3 Exhaust fan MAX CO Set the maximum fan speed o...

Page 20: ... flow set on the CO armature or specified for your CO generator Unit l min liter minute 3 9 CO concentration Set the desired CO concentration ppm parts per million The next two screens are only relevant when the time controlled CO function without a sensor is used 3 10 CO absorption period Set the time to wait until the plants have absorbed the CO This value is only relevant in the time controlled...

Page 21: ...ry small intake fan a negative negative pressure can be chosen This will increase the fan speed of the intake fan compared to the exhaust fan When a negative pressure of 30 is set and the exhaust fan is operating at 60 the intake fan will operate at 90 of its maximum speed Please also pay attention to the information below Regarding Exhaust fanMAX Please note that this value cannot be smaller than...

Page 22: ... devices like water pumps or circulation fans on and off according to the times set in the menu The time for each period ON OFF can be chosen to the split second and separately for day and night 0 seconds 168 hours When it switches according to the settings for day or night is determined by the clock timer Lights ON Lights OFF This diagram shows the method of operation of the interval timer Day Ni...

Page 23: ... sensor should be replaced Alternative 1 Keep the sensor at a temperature of 50 to 60 C and a humidity 10 RH for 2 hours 2 Following the previous step keep the sensor at a temperature of 20 to 30 C and a humidity 70 RH for 5 hours One or more power outlets on the controller are not activated even if the display is illuminated The power output was overloaded by a faulty or unsuitable device The con...

Page 24: ...ut 4 2300W 230V 1200W 120V International protection marking Protection class IP42 Repetitive sensor accuracy T RH 0 1 RH 0 2 C Absolute sensor accuracy 3 RH 0 2 C Allowed ambient temperature 10 40 C Table 4 12 Disposal Observe the local regulations for material disposal Dispose of the device in accordance with EC Directive 2002 96 EC WEEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment If you have any q...

Page 25: ...acement the sale or other handling of this product is without warranty condition or other liability even though the defect or loss is caused by negligence or other fault Damage resulting from use accident or normal wear and tear is not covered by this or any warranty GrowControl assumes no liability for any accident injury death loss or other claim related to or resulting from the use of this prod...

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