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Introduction to this manual
Ridder Growing Solutions provides both simple and high-tech solutions to horticultural
operations of all sizes. The product range of Ridder Growing Solutions is divided into
three categories:
Water Treatment
Process Automation
Management Systems
The Ridder Newton 100-S and the Ridder Newton 200-S are part of our water
treatment range.
This is the installation manual for the following weighing systems: Newton
100-S and Newton 200-S. This manual was originally published in Dutch.
1.1
Introduction
The Newton 100-S/200-S weighing system is designed to weigh the growth substrate
on a continuous basis. The measurement values can be used to:
monitor the changes in substrate weight (following irrigation and drainage),
ensure that the growth substrate does not become too dry,
time irrigation accurately.
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Purpose
The purpose of this manual is to instruct you on how to install the Newton weighing
systems.
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Target group
This manual is intended for dealers and installers.
1.4
Symbols and annotations
This manual uses symbols, abbreviations and annotations. This section provides an
overview of these.
1.4.1
Symbols
This document may contain the following symbols:
Note: This notice provides important information or a warning. Ignoring this
information may result in product damage or personal injury.
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Newton weighing system
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