FarmTek HydroCycle 9" Pro Vertical Microgreen System 10' Manual page 28

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Basic System Check and Operation
Complete these steps to check and start up the system:
1. Verify that all electrical cord ends are outside reservoir.
2. Ensure that all 1/4" supply tubes are fully inserted in channel lids and that all micro valves are open.
3. Verify that drain elbow of each channel is fully inserted into drain manifold.
4. Add water to reservoir through porthole until reservoir is at least half full.
5. Verify that 2" drain manifold extension pipe is inserted through reservoir lid.
6. Verify that the AC2804 valve at the end of each supply manifold is closed.
7. Open the two (2) WF3316 in-line ball valves. One is between reservoir and water pump; one is after/above water pump.
8. Turn on water and air pumps.
9. Check each channel to ensure that water is running out each 1/4" supply tube and drain end of each channel. If water flows from all tubes at all levels,
continue with next step. If water is not flowing through all tubes, turn off pump and complete
the "Prime the Pump" procedure that follows.
Hose attached
to faucet.
Nutrient Level
10. Check all plumbing connections—main supply line and filter—for leaks. Check all pump fittings for leaks.
11. Check all pvc fittings for leaks.
12. Look for bubbles in the reservoir to verify that the air is pumping to each air stone. Remember to always mount the air pump on a surface that is above the
water level. Vibrations of the pump can cause it to move. Make sure the pump does not fall into the reservoir or other liquids.
13. Once the system is checked and all adjustments made, it is ready for use.
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Basic System Check Before Start Up
WARNING: KEEP ALL ELECTRICAL CORDS AND CONNECTIONS OUT OF RESERVOIR. CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED
ELECTRICIAN TO ADEQUATELY AND SAFELY CONNECT PUMPS TO POWER.
ALL ELECTRICAL CIRCUITS SHALL BE DESIGNED IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL AND REGIONAL BUILDING CODES AND STANDARDS.
Bulkhead
Prime the Pump
a. Slide cover off reservoir, reach inside, and remove
screen from bulkhead fitting. See photo (left).
b. Attach a hose to water faucet and place hose end
in front of bulkhead fitting inside tank.
Screen and
Extension
c. Open hose faucet and turn on pump. Pump sound
will change when pump is primed and pumping.
d. Check all levels of system for water flow.
Pump
e. Remove hose, reinstall screen, and set cover in
place on reservoir.
AC2804
WF3316
115277 Revision date: 09.25.18