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Open Grow GroLab PowerBot Installation Manual

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Summary of Contents for Open Grow GroLab PowerBot

  • Page 1 INSTALLATION MANUAL PowerBot www.opengrow.pt...
  • Page 6 230V Power outlet Internal fan inlet RF antenna threaded port Module reset button Manual activation push buttons Environmental sensor connection outlet Type-B USB outlet (Firmware updates) Fuse threaded port General module switch Status signal display Universal socket outlet Perforations for vertical mounting RF communications antenna...
  • Page 7: Installation

    B-Type USB. Only Firmware update Temperature/Moisture sensor 230V - 10A Power cord INSTALLATION Peripherals connection Screw the communication antenna (13) into the module port (3). For correct communication, turn the antenna in order to position it vertically according to the direction of the module.
  • Page 8 Place the module on a firm surface, far from flood-prone areas. It is recommended that the module be mounted on a wall with the fixing holes on the upper part. Once the module has been mounted, connect the power cable (16) to the module’s power outlet (1) and the other end to the 230V outlet.
  • Page 9 Connect the temperature and moisture sensor (15) to the module’s outlet (6). Place the sensor at the height of the plants where you could monitor the environmental state of the cultivation area correctly. Never positon the sensor too close to a light source or to moist soil as to generate false environmental data.
  • Page 10 Connect your peripherals to the module’s power outlets (11). To correctly identify the position in which your peripherals are connected to the module, it is recommended that they be connec- ted in order, respecting the figure for each outlet. Power outlet dedicated to the lighting devices.
  • Page 11 It includes four push buttons (5), which will enable activating and deactivating manually each of the outlets. The figures (10) will light up independently, acting as controls and indicating at each moment which outlets are currently active.
  • Page 12: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE Fuse Replacement Remove the module’s power cord (16). Never handle the fuse holder while the module is connected to the power. Turn the cover cap of the fuse holder counter-clockwise with the help of a turnscrew and remove the damaged fuse. Replace the fuse with another with similar features: 10A 250VAC 125VDC 3AB (Europe)
  • Page 13 COMUNICACIONES Connection to GroNode First, install GroNode and the control software successfully. Follow the procedures indicated in the GroNode user manual. Once GroNode has been connected to the software, access GroLab through the menu. If the module has been successfully located automatically by GroNode, it will appear on the top menu.
  • Page 14 Problems or losses in communication GroNode was designed to communicate with the other modules through radio frequency signals. The range of action is 25 metres indoors and 100 metres outdoors depending on space conditions. If the control software does not find your module or frequently loses communication it is possible that you have exceeded the distance between your modules and GroNode.
  • Page 15 If you detect that the signal has been interrup- ted, with the module on, press the reset button (4) and wait a few seconds. Check the software to see if the communication has been re-establi- shed. If the problem persists, perform a test run by placing the module next to GroNode and check the status of communication in the software.
  • Page 16: Firmware Updates

    ACTUALIZACIONES Firmware Updates Keep in mind that some software updates will require updating your devices’ Firmware. All updates will provide crucial improvements, ensuring your system’s performance. Connect the type-B USB cable (14) to your device’s USB outlet (7) and follow the procedures indicated in the firmware update manual availa- ble through direct access to Guides on your desktop.
  • Page 17 ENTRIES...
  • Page 19 Installation manuals available from the USB in English, Spanish, French, German, Polish and Russian. Manuales de instalación disponibles desde el USB en inglés, español, francés, alemán, polaco y ruso. Manuels d’installation disponibles à partir de l'USB en anglais, espagnol, français, allemand, polonais et russe.
  • Page 20 Open Grow LDA guarantees the purchaser that the product is free from material and/or manufacturing defects. Open Grow LDA’s liability is limited to the repair or replacement of any defective parts. Do not ship directly to Open Grow LDA without first consulting with us to verify the procedure that should be followed.