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- Page 1 SV 1.2 02/07/2019 130492MAN130 96000002 Installation and User Manual FertiMiX-Go!
- Page 2 Ridder Growing Solutions B.V. is naturally very interested in your comments and additions. This product is subject to the General Conditions of Ridder Growing Solutions B.V. This document may not be copied or made public by means of printing, photocopying, digital copying or any other process, without the prior written permission of Ridder Growing Solutions B.V.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents 1 Introduction 1.1 Introduction 1.2 Aims 1.3 Target groups 1.4 Symbols and annotations 1.5 Documentation included 1.6 Disclaimer 2 Product information 2.1 Principles of operation 2.2 Process description 2.3 Product specifications 2.3.1 Basic configuration 2.3.2 Filling module with float valve 2.3.3 Pressure module with filter 2.3.4 Measurement module (sensors) 2.3.5 Dosing module... - Page 4 5 Commissioning 5.1 Updating software 5.2 Software configuration 5.2.1 New start 5.2.2 Scanning 5.3 Software settings 5.3.1 Irrigation control 5.4 Calibrating the sensors 5.4.1 Calibration steps 5.5 Pressurizing the FertiMiX 5.5.1 Step-by-step instructions 5.5.2 Water supply and pressure 5.6 Using the dosing channels for the first time 5.6.1 Even fertilizer dosing 5.7 Testing the FertiMiX 6 Operation...
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Page 5: Introduction
FertiMiX Introduction Ridder Growing Solutions supplies both high-tech and simple solutions for large- and small-scale horticulture companies. Ridder Growing Solutions‘s range is divided into three product categories: Water Treatment Process Automation Management Systems The Ridder FertiMiX is part of our range of water treatment products. -
Page 6: Symbols And Annotations
FertiMiX Symbols and annotations This manual uses symbols, pictograms, abbreviations and annotations. This section provides an overview of these. 1.4.1 Symbols The following symbols are used: Note: This notice provides important information or a warning. Ignoring this information may result in product damage or personal injury. Note: This notice provides important information or a warning. -
Page 7: Documentation Included
FertiMiX Symbol Name Electrical Conductivity Hertz L (or l) litre litres per hour max. maximum metre millilitre cubic metre mS/cm millisiemens per centimetre acidity personal protective equipment Volt Where appropriate, these terms may be used in full the first time they are mentioned, with the abbreviation shown in brackets. -
Page 8: Disclaimer
For other conditions of use, please refer to our General Conditions of Sale. Your warranty will be void if you fail to observe the instructions provided by Ridder Growing Solutions. This manual describes the FertiMiX-Go!. Certain details of the FertiMiX-Go! that you will be installing may vary from the situation shown. -
Page 9: Product Information
FertiMiX Product information This section describes the components and the functioning of the FertiMiX-Go!. Principles of operation Figure 2-1: Diagram showing the basic operation of the FertiMiX-Go!. No. Name No. Name Fertilizers, acid, lye (alkali) or Pressure pipe/filling pump other substances Dosing valve Venturi Filling valve with overflow... -
Page 10: Process Description
FertiMiX Process description The FertiMiX works as follows: Fresh water is supplied (optionally pre-blended with drain water). The supply pipe is fitted with: (optionally) a filter for filtering water, (if the pre-pressure is less than two bars) a filling pump for pumping water into the mixing tank, (optional) an EC sensor for pre-blending control. -
Page 11: Product Specifications
FertiMiX Product specifications The FertiMiX-Go! is available in various configurations, because different dosing channels, pumps, sensors and I/O modules can be added to the FertiMiX-Go!. This is described in this and the following sections. 2.3.1 Basic configuration Figure 2-2 is a diagram of the components of the FertiMiX-Go!. Figure 2-2: Side and front view of the FertiMiX-Go! No. -
Page 12: Filling Module With Float Valve
FertiMiX No. Description No. Description Connection point for fresh Venturi (at least 1, no more than 5) water supply Connection point for Supply pipe(s) (at least 1, no more than 5) for fertilizers and acid/alkali (optional) irrigation water distribution The following table provides an overview of the main specifications of the FertiMiX- Go! basic configuration(s): Component Specifications... -
Page 13: Pressure Module With Filter
FertiMiX Figure 2-3 Filling module with float valve No. Description No. Description Dummy pipe for transport Float valve Connection point for fresh water, 50-mm Connection point to mixing coupling tank 2.3.3 Pressure module with filter The pressure module is located directly after the connection point of the irrigation water distribution pipe. -
Page 14: Measurement Module (Sensors)
FertiMiX Figure 2-4 Pressure module with filter No. Description No. Description Dummy pipe for transport 500-micron screen filter Connection point for irrigation water distribution Pressure pipe, 50-mm coupling regulator Pressure gauge (0 - 6 bars) for filter (4 bars) 2.3.4 Measurement module (sensors) The measurement module is located directly after the pressure module;... -
Page 15: Dosing Module
FertiMiX Figure 2-5 Measurement module Description Description Connection point from pressure module pH control sensor EC control sensor pH verification sensor EC verification sensor Return to mixing tank Depending on the configuration, the following sensors can be added: EC sensor: the EC sensor measures the concentration of fertilizers in the water. pH sensor: the pH sensor measures the acidity level of the water. - Page 16 FertiMiX The figure below shows the most complete configuration. Figure 2-6 Dosing module and measurement module No. Description Part of pH control sensor and pH verification Measurement module sensor EC control sensor and EC verification sensor Pressure gauge after filter, 0.0 - 2.5 bars - >...
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Page 17: Pumps
FertiMiX Dosing channel The figure below shows the components of the dosing channel. Figure 2-7 Dosing channel components Description Description Sealing cap of dosing module Connection in the mixing tank Protective cap of mixing tank Dosing valve cable Coupling piece of dosing module Sight glass Venturi Fertilizer/Acid supply pipe... -
Page 18: Control
FertiMiX The following table below provides an overview of the different types of I/O modules: Module type When relevant Weather/Alarm Smart Always. Switch System pump Smart Always. Switch Filling pump Smart If a filling pump is used to fill the mixing tank. Switch EC Smart Switch If fertilizers are dosed based on an EC measurement. -
Page 19: Hortimax-Go
FertiMiX 2.4.1 HortiMaX-Go! The HortiMaX-Go! is an affordable, user-friendly control computer designed specifically for the horticultural sector. With the HortiMaX-Go!, you can control both the irrigation and the climate inside your greenhouse. The HortiMaX-Go! is easy to customize by choosing unique Smart Switches that can be installed in a plug-and-play manner. -
Page 20: Peripheral Equipment And Accessories
FertiMiX Item Name Description number 74181821 Filling pump FertiMiX-Go! filling pump, 3 x 400 V/60 Hz 74181807 EC pre-blending EC pre-blending including Smart Switch (Also required: filling pump and EC sensor) 20800400 Meteo (Weather) + Alarm Smart Switch 20801200 System pump Smart Switch 20801300 Filling pump Smart Switch... -
Page 21: Other Product Characteristics
Your FertiMiX-Go! comes with various inspection plates. You will find these on the inside of the cabinet. All plates include the following information: Company name, address and logo of Ridder Growing Solutions Product name and type CE marking and disposal logo... -
Page 22: Quality Control
Production number 2.6.2 Quality control Every Ridder Growing Solutions is checked and tested for correct operation before shipment. The corresponding certificate can be found in the documentation included with the unit. When the FertiMiX-Go! has been checked, it is labelled with a control sticker. You will find this sticker on the inside of the cabinet. -
Page 23: Guidelines And Standards
FertiMiX English System pump EC (no) Fertilizer (no) Acid Alkali (Lye) Pre-blending valve Filling valve Control sensor Verification sensor Control sensor Verification sensor Pressure system pump Pressure filling pump Pressure to venturies Pre-blending EC sensor Pipe Drain water suction pipe Pipe Fresh water suction pipe Pipe... -
Page 24: Packaging, Storage And Shipment
FertiMiX NEN-EN-IEC 62368-1:2014 en NEN-EN-IEC 61000-6-1:2007 en NEN-EN-IEC 61000-6-3:2007 en NEN-EN-ISO 12100:2010 en NEN-EN-IEC 60204-1:2006 en NPR-CEN Guide 414:2014 en Packaging, storage and shipment 2.7.1 Packaging The FertiMiX-Go! is shipped in one or more large pieces and includes a number of boxes containing separate components. -
Page 25: Recycling And Disposal
FertiMiX Recycling and disposal When the FertiMiX-Go! has reached the end of its service life, you should dispose of it yourself. Bear in mind that the pipes may still contain fertilizer residues. Steps for pumping the pipes empty: 1. Pump the residual fertilizer into labelled containers. 2. -
Page 26: Safety
FertiMiX Safety This section describes the safety requirements and precautions to be taken. When installing, using and removing the FertiMiX-Go!, you must comply with the safety requirements and instructions, and take the correct safety measures. Before installation and use: read and make sure that you have understood this manual and the accompanying documents, so that you are aware of the operating and safety instructions. -
Page 27: Personal Protective Equipment
FertiMiX Please exercise caution when working with acid. If you want to use a supply pipe for a different chemical substance, make sure to check the following: Clean the supply channel before use if there is any risk that the original substance and replacement substance will react with one another. -
Page 28: Installation
The installation of the FertiMiX-Go! and the other components, together with the installation and configuration of the software, must be carried out by a qualified dealer. Ridder Growing Solutions considers a dealer/installer to be qualified if that person meets the following requirements: The dealer: has a broad knowledge of installation technology (hydronic and electronic). -
Page 29: Water Installation Requirements
FertiMiX Make sure that there is sufficient ventilation due to the possible accumulation of harmful vapours (8). Make sure that there is sufficient light to operate and maintain the unit. Make sure that there is sufficient space around the unit to operate and maintain To prevent damage during transport, certain components are shipped separately. -
Page 30: Electrical Installation Requirements
FertiMiX Minimize pressure losses and ensure that the filter discharge pipe(s) is (are) the correct diameter in relation to the distance to the discharge point. Take extra care if using a self-cleaning screen filter. If using a self-cleaning filter, make sure that there is enough free space to open or remove the internal filter. -
Page 31: Connecting Water Supply (Hydronic Installation)
To connect the electrical components, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure that the supply voltage corresponds to the design specifications of the FertiMiX-Go!. If this is not the case, please contact Ridder Growing Solutions. 2. Make sure that the power switch is set to 0 (off). -
Page 32: Installing Other Components
FertiMiX Installing other components During the initial installation and commissioning of the FertiMiX-Go!, the components listed below will usually already be connected. However, it is also possible to add and connect these components to the FertiMiX later. Before connecting components such as a dosing channel or sensor, make sure that the FertiMiX is switched off. -
Page 33: Connecting Ph Sensor
FertiMiX 4.5.3 Connecting pH sensor Zero, one or two pH sensors can be connected to the FertiMiX-Go!. If two sensors are connected, the first sensor in the direction of water flow is the control sensor, and the second sensor is the verification sensor (also see section "Measurement module (sensors)"... - Page 34 FertiMiX DIP switch Up to 32 Smart Switches can be connected to the HortiMaX-Go!. The first step is to assign addresses to the Smart Switches. Each Smart Switch requires a unique address. This address is set using the DIP switch. By moving the small toggle switches (or 'DIPs') up or down, you can set a binary number that will be used as the Smart Switch address.
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Page 35: Commissioning
You can download the latest version from our online portal. If you do not have internet access, please contact Ridder Growing Solutions. You can find the latest version of the software on the Ridder Growing Solutions portal. To check whether you are using the latest version, complete the following steps: Open an internet browser. -
Page 36: Software Configuration
FertiMiX Click the Product info button. (You can find product info in the menu on the left.) Select the software (HortiMaX-Go!) until you reach the Product Gallery Page. Click the Versions tab. Here you can see the latest version of the software. -
Page 37: Scanning
FertiMiX EXAMPLE Figure 5-1: Start-up menu Tap the Language setting. A pop-up menu appears. Select the desired language. Tap the Confirm icon ‘ '. Tap the Unit of measurement setting. A pop-up menu appears. Select the desired unit of measurement. Tap the Confirm icon ‘... - Page 38 FertiMiX EXAMPLE Figure 5-2: Smart Switches found in the system. If Smart Switches are found that are not used or connected, you need to remove these from the configuration. The system automatically configures eight valves and eight valve groups for every Valves Smart Switch.
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Page 39: Software Settings
FertiMiX Software settings After scanning is complete, the system is updated with all the functions necessary to control the climate and irrigation equipment in your greenhouse. (These functions are collectively referred to as the controls.) A number of software settings and control requirements have been preset. -
Page 40: Irrigation Control
FertiMiX K-FACTOR If the main pipe has been fitted with a flow sensor, you will need to set the 'K- factor' (pulse/litre). Follow the instructions provided with the sensor to install the sensor correctly and to determine the K-factor. To set the K-factor, navigate this path: Figure 5-5: The set K-factor 5.3.1... -
Page 41: Calibration Steps
FertiMiX 5.4.1 Calibration steps The calibration process involves a few simple steps; the controller will describe the steps that you need to carry out. Make sure that you have a bucket of clean tap water to hand. Navigate the path for the sensor that you want to calibrate. Calibrate EC sensor: Calibrate pH sensor: Before taking each measurement, rinse the sensor with the clean tap water and dry it... -
Page 42: Water Supply And Pressure
2.2 bars. This is the pressure on the venturis. Using the dosing channels for the first time Ridder Growing Solutions advises you to test the FertiMiX first with water, before using fertilizers and/or acid. To prepare the dosing channels for use, complete the following steps: 1. -
Page 43: Even Fertilizer Dosing
FertiMiX Please exercise caution when working with acid. 5.6.1 Even fertilizer dosing Due to differences in viscosity, some fertilizers may flow through the venturi faster than others. This can cause uneven dosing. This can be prevented by further opening or closing the needle valves. This ensures that the liquid levels in all dosing channels are the same and operating at the preset capacity. -
Page 44: Operation
FertiMiX Operation As soon as the dealer has prepared the FertiMiX-Go! for use, you can operate the FertiMiX-Go!. This section first explains how to operate the power switch and the FertiMiX pump. After that, you will find instructions on how to operate the HortiMaX-Go! and set up the irrigation program. -
Page 45: Operating The Hortimax-Go! (Quick Start Guide)
FertiMiX FertiMiX pump manual By switching the knob to ‘manual’ mode, the FertiMiX pump will begin to work. You can use this function to: test the pump operation; bleed the air from the pipes. FertiMiX pump automatic The automatic mode means that the FertiMiX-Go! is in operation. -
Page 46: Assigning Valves To Valve Groups
FertiMiX The exact layout of the home screen depends on your configuration. The screenshot below shows what the home screen may look like on your system. Figure 6-2: HortiMaX-Go! home screen 1. Top bar with the breadcrumb trail on the left-hand side. The breadcrumb trail shows your current location within the software. -
Page 47: Valves Simultaneously
FertiMiX You have assigned valves to a valve group. Figure 6-3: Assigning valves The irrigation program enables you to use a separate valve group for each valve. This means that you can program fertigation recipes for each valve individually. It is also possible to assign a particular valve to multiple valve groups. - Page 48 FertiMiX Tap a period at the top of the settings screen. The Set periods screen appears. Figure 6-5: Setting periods On the left-hand side of the Set periods screen, you can select the type of start time for a period. You can select a start time based on clock time, sunrise or sunset. The icons displayed have the following meaning: Start time based on clock time Start time before sunrise (e.g.
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Page 49: Duration And Volume
FertiMiX You have set a period. If you delete periods, then the corresponding settings are retained. If you add these periods again, check whether the preset values are still applicable. EXAMPLE Setting day and night periods For period 1, select a start time after sunrise ‘ '. For period 2, select a start time before sunrise ‘... -
Page 50: Fertilizer And Acid Dosing
FertiMiX Figure 6-8: You can set the volume and the duration for each predefined period. Tap volume (or duration) in a period. A pop-up window appears. Set the volume in litres in (or the duration in seconds). Tap the Confirm icon ‘ '. You have set the volume (or duration). - Page 51 FertiMiX Figure 6-9: You can set the EC and/or the pH target values for each predefined period. Tap EC or pH in a period. A pop-up window appears. Set the EC target value in mS/cm, or the pH target value. Tap the Confirm icon ‘...
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Page 52: Pre-Flushing And Post-Flushing
FertiMiX 6.3.7 Pre-flushing and post-flushing An irrigation cycle may consist of the phases: pre-flushing, dosing and post-flushing. To get to the settings for pre-flushing and post-flushing, navigate this path: You can set the volume in litres or the duration in seconds for both pre-flushing and post-flushing. - Page 53 FertiMiX The irrigation program now activates the selected valves using the recipe of the valve group from which you opened the screen and that applies for the current period. The manual valve start tile ' ‘ displays when the last manual start was performed. Figure 6-12: Manual valve start tile Manual valve group start...
- Page 54 FertiMiX Figure 6-14: Active valve group If you want to a different recipe to be applied for a manual valve start, you can change the EC, pH and volume settings of the valve group. Do not forget to change the settings back afterwards. An alternative method is to assign the desired valves to a group that is still 'free'.
- Page 55 FertiMiX To set a cyclic start, contact start of radiation start, navigate this path: . Here you can set the start conditions for each period. Figure 6-15: Irrigation start conditions You can set the time starts on the Time start array screen. Complete the following steps to add a time start: Navigate the path: Tap the Settings icon ‘...
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Page 56: Alarms
FertiMiX When automated irrigation starts are executed, the irrigation program always uses the recipe settings of the valve group that were set for the period that is currently active. If no period is active, then irrigation will not start automatically. 6.3.9 Alarms On the top bar, there is a bell icon ‘... - Page 57 FertiMiX To acknowledge more than one alarm at the same time, proceed as follows: Tap and hold the Alarm Condition icon ‘ '. The alarms have been acknowledged. At the bottom of the alarm screen, you will find the following buttons: Switch alarm off This enables you to disable the bell of an active alarm.
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Page 58: Maintenance
FertiMiX Maintenance This section describes how the FertiMiX-Go! needs to be maintained on a periodic basis. Maintenance guidelines The following guidelines are important for maintaining the FertiMiX-Go!: Disconnect the mains supply from the FertiMiX-Go! before performing any maintenance. Make sure that all pressure has been removed from the pipes. Make sure that no moisture can get inside the cabinet. -
Page 59: Annual Maintenance
FertiMiX Annual maintenance The following inspection and maintenance tasks should be performed on the FertiMiX- Go! on a yearly basis: Update software. Clean, check and, if necessary, calibrate pH sensors. Clean, check and, if necessary, calibrate EC sensors. Check float switches. Clean screen filter. -
Page 60: Appendices
FertiMiX Appendices Glossary Controls A collective term for the settings, measurements, alarms and readouts based on which the FertiMiX is controlled. DIP switch Small toggle switches on the Smart Switch that are used to set the address. By moving the toggle switches up or down, you can set a binary number that will be used as the Smart Switch address. - Page 61 FertiMiX Micron One micron is one-millionth of a metre. Needle valves Valves that can shut off or regulate the flow of a liquid using a thin pin with a sharp tip. Pressure gauge (manometer) Measurement instrument used to gauge pressure. Relative humidity (RH) The relative humidity (RH) indicates how much water vapour is in the air compared to the maximum amount of water vapour.
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Page 62: Checklist For Step-By-Step Installation Procedure
FertiMiX Checklist for step-by-step installation procedure The table below can be used as a checklist for the installation and commissioning procedure for the FertiMiX-Go!. The right column shows page references to the relevant sections. You can use the spaces in the left column to tick off each step as you complete it. Section to see for Completed No. - Page 63 FertiMiX Section to see for Completed No. Step this Test the FertiMiX by irrigating for a "Testing the FertiMiX" short time. on page 43. Signature Date...