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pH Mini Controller
Installation and User Guide
Measures pH
Doses either acid (lower) or alkali (raise)
Displays pH, Dose Count Total (DCT) and Dose Count per hour (DC/h)
Direct drive dosing pumps (keeps costs down)
Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020)
Simple. Robust. Reliable.
Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 1

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  • Page 1 Doses either acid (lower) or alkali (raise) • Displays pH, Dose Count Total (DCT) and Dose Count per hour (DC/h) • Direct drive dosing pumps (keeps costs down) Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 1...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    When using automatic dosing equipment, all chemicals must be in a form diluted state, especially acids and alkalis. Acids and alkalis should be diluted to a maximum strength of 2% or less. Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 2...
  • Page 3: Introduction

    Introduction The pH Mini Controller is from a family of monitors and dosers that have been proven over many years. This controller has built upon this pedigree of simplicity and innovative features. Features The pH Mini Controller may be used as a simple pH monitor. The addition of peristaltic pumps turns it into a complete control system capable of both raising or lowering pH.
  • Page 4: Menu Structure And Settings

    Menu Structure and Settings The menu structure of the pH Mini Controller is split into 2 sections - Readings and Settings. Toggling between the two menus is achieved by pressing the Menu button. Once in the Readings or Settings Menu, navigation is achieved through the Up and Down arrow keys.
  • Page 5 Every system is unique and will have its own requirements. If you would like help to determine the best dose times and intervals, please contact support@autogrow.com. Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 5...
  • Page 6: Installation

    (e.g. pump filter partly blocked). Peristaltic Pumps You can direct drive 24VDC peristaltic pumps from the controller, maximum current 2.5A. Typical Installation using Peristaltic Pumps Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 6...
  • Page 7 The 24V live wire is normally marked by a white stripe or white printing along its length. Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 7...
  • Page 8: Maintenance

    6 months and two years. As soon as the probe shows signs of drifting or slow response it should be replaced. Do not wait for it to completely fail! Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 8...
  • Page 9 Ensure the controller, pump unit and power supply are kept clean and shielded from all water splashes and vapours. Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 9...
  • Page 10: Fault Finding

    2pH to 12pH • Operating temperature range 0-45 C, 32-110 F (and not in direct sunlight) • Dosing fail safe shut-off if pH below 4.5pH or above 8.0pH Ver 5.0 pH Mini Controller Installation Guide (September 2020) Copyright©2020 Autogrow Systems Limited 10...
  • Page 11: Warranty And Replacements

    1 x Instruction manual 1 x Mini Peristaltic Pump 350ml/min Warranty and Replacements If you have equipment purchased from Autogrow and it has developed a fault, please complete this form so that our support staff can diagnose the problem. •...