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SV 2.1
26/02/2020
96000018
Installation and User Manual
HortiJet-Go!

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  • Page 1 SV 2.1 26/02/2020 96000018 Installation and User Manual HortiJet-Go!
  • Page 2 Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the contents of this manual. Nevertheless, Ridder Growing Solutions B.V. assumes no responsibility for any errors in this manual or their possible consequences. Ridder Growing Solutions B.V. is naturally very interested in your comments and additions.

  • 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 Dosing channels 2.3.3 Pumps 2.3.4 Sensors 2.3.5 I/O modules 2.4 Control...
  • Page 4 5.3.1 Irrigation control 5.4 Calibrating the sensors 5.4.1 Calibration steps 5.5 Pressurizing the HortiJet 5.5.1 Pressure control valves 5.5.2 Step-by-step instructions for pressurizing the HortiJet 5.5.3 Pump precautions 5.6 Using the dosing channels for the first time 5.6.1 Even fertiliser dosing 5.7 Testing the HortiJet 6 User interface 6.1 Power switch...

  • Page 5: Introduction

    Water Treatment Process Automation Management Systems The Ridder HortiJet is part of our range of water treatment products and is available in two models: HortiJet Pro; HortiJet-Go! The difference between these models is in how they are controlled. The HortiJet Pro offers more advanced options.

  • Page 6: Target Groups

    ‘dealer’ to mean both the dealer and the installer. The users are growers of land-based crops, worldwide. Ridder Growing Solutions advises both target groups to familiarize themselves with the content of the entire manual, bearing in mind that: sections 4 and 5 have been written specifically for the dealers;...
  • Page 7 HortiJet-Go! Pictogram Name Safety goggles Safety boots 1.4.3 Abbreviations This manual uses the following abbreviations: Symbol Name % (m/m) mass percentage °C degrees Celsius °F degrees Fahrenheit w x d x h width x height x depth centimetre Electrical Conductivity Hertz kilograms L (or l)

  • Page 8: Documentation Included

    The HortiJet-Go! series and all its components have been developed specifically for a horticultural environment. The equipment and accompanying software must be used as delivered and are subject to the instructions in the Ridder Growing Solutions documentation provided with the equipment and software.
  • Page 9 HortiJet-Go! Your warranty will be void if you fail to observe the instructions provided by Ridder Growing Solutions. This manual describes the HortiJet-Go!. Certain details of the HortiJet-Go! that you will be installing may vary from the situation shown. Please refer to the order confirmation to check whether the HortiJet-Go! provided has non-standard specifications.

  • Page 10: Product Information

    HortiJet-Go! Product information This section describes the components and the functioning of the HortiJet-Go!. Principles of operation Figure 2-1: Diagram showing the basic operation of the HortiJet-Go!. No. Name No. Name Fresh water tank Venturi EC sensor supply (optional) Dosing channel Main irrigation pump Fertilizer tanks / acid tank Pressure gauge...

  • Page 11: Process Description

    HortiJet-Go! Process description The HortiJet works as follows: Fresh water is supplied. On the main pipe, there is: an main irrigation pump which supplies water, a filter for the filtration of the water, a pressure gauge (both before and after the filter), a PSV to maintain the pressure at a constant level.

  • Page 12: Product Specifications

    HortiJet-Go! The entire process is regulated by the HortiMaX-Go! process controller. Its tasks include: ensuring that the correct fertigation recipe is mixed (proportion of fertilizers and water). controlling the valves to ensure that the water reaches the crop. Product specifications The HortiJet-Go! is available in various configurations, because different dosing channels, pumps, sensors and I/O modules can be added to the HortiJet-Go!.

  • Page 13: Dosing Channels

    HortiJet-Go! No. Name No. Name HortiJet pump Pressure gauge for the PRV in the compensation channel HortiJet inlet Power switch (Panel) cabinet pH verification sensor 2.3.2 Dosing channels This section describes the components of a dosing channel. Figure 2-3: Side view of dosing channel No.

  • Page 14: Pumps

    HortiJet-Go! Dosing channel Dosing channel Nitric acid In HortiJet capacity* type** resistance type*** 100 L/h acid max. 5% (m/m) HortiJet-Go! 1000 & 600 * You can calculate the required fertilizer dosing capacity by multiplying the maximum required irrigation water (main pipe capacity) by the maximum required fertilizer dosing ratio.

  • Page 15: I/O Modules

    HortiJet-Go! 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. You can have zero, one or two sensors of both types. The HortiJet-Go! is supplied without sensors as standard.

  • Page 16: Control

    HortiJet-Go! Figure 2-5: Example of a Smart Switch I/O module For more detailed information, please refer to the following documentation: "Insert HMX5091 Smart Switch pH" "Insert HMX5092 Smart Switch On Off" "Insert HMX5102 Smart Switch EC" "Insert HMX5103 Smart Switch Weather Alarm" Control The HortiJet-Go! is controlled by an integrated process controller that has its own operating system, called the HortiMaX-Go!.

  • Page 17: Inspection Plates

    Your HortiJet-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 18: Quality Control

    The sticker shows: Name of inspector. Date inspected. Inspector’s signature. Please contact Ridder Growing Solutions if this label is missing. 2.5.3 Guidelines and standards The HortiJet conforms to the essential requirements of the guidelines mentioned below, and their adaptation guidelines.

  • Page 19: Packaging, Storage And Shipment

    HortiJet-Go! The following standards have been consulted to evaluate conformity: 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 2.6.1 Packaging The HortiJet-Go! is shipped in one or more large pieces and includes a number of boxes containing separate components.

  • Page 20: Recycling And Disposal

    HortiJet-Go! Recycling and disposal When your HortiJet-Go! unit 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 21: Safety

    HortiJet-Go! Safety This section describes the safety requirements and precautions to be taken. When installing, using and removing the HortiJet-Go!, you must comply with the safety requirements and instructions, and take the correct safety measures. Before installation and use: read and make sure you have understood this manual and the accompanying documents, so that you are aware of the operating and safety instructions.

  • Page 22: Personal Protective Equipment

    HortiJet-Go! 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 23: Installation

    The installation of the HortiJet-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 24: Water Installation Requirements

    HortiJet-Go! 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: not fastened tightly.
  • Page 25 HortiJet-Go! No. Description Specifications Remarks or description Pressure gauge The pressure gauge is necessary to in main pipe determine the choice of pump and to (after filter). install the HortiJet valves. Flow meter in If you wish to be able to dose fertilizers main pipe.

  • Page 26: Electrical Installation Requirements

    HortiJet-Go! 4.1.4 Electrical installation requirements The requirements are: Ensure that there is a stable power source. Ensure that there are sufficient extra plug sockets near the unit to operate, maintain and install it. Ensure that the equipment and the electricity network is grounded (earthed). Step-by-step installation and commissioning instructions The overview below provides a step-by-step plan.

  • Page 27: Connecting Water Supply (Hydronic Installation)

    HortiJet-Go! Step Section to see for this Using the dosing channels for the first time "Using the dosing channels for the first time" on Test the dosing channels by irrigating page 41. briefly using the fertigation recipe. Place the suction hoses in the correct fertilizer tank/acid tank.

  • Page 28: Connecting Electrical Components

    To connect the electrical components, complete the following steps: 1. Make sure that the supply voltage corresponds to the design specifications of the HortiJet-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 29: Connecting A Dosing Channel

    HortiJet-Go! 4.5.1 Connecting a dosing channel Since a dosing channel is always supplied preassembled, you only need to tighten up the screw couplings. Use the dosing channels that have already been installed as an example. To connect an extra or new (acid) dosing channel, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 30: Connecting The I/O Modules

    HortiJet-Go! 5. Unscrew the sealing cap at the location where the sensor will be connected. 6. Place the sensor in the hole. You can find more information in the OEM manual provided with the pH sensor. A pH sensor must not be allowed to dry out. The pH sensor is kept moist during transport and storage with a protective cap containing water.
  • Page 31 HortiJet-Go! DIP switches 4, 5, 6, 7 and 8 determine the unique address or ID number of the Smart Switch (called 'DIP switch position’ in the software). Each ID number may only occur once for a particular HortiMaX-Go! system. Using the address list provided, you can set a unique address or DIP switch position for each Smart Switch.

  • Page 32: Commissioning

    Ridder Growing Solutions advises you to use the latest version of the software. You can download the latest version from our online portal. 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 33: Software Configuration

    HortiJet-Go! 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 34: Scanning

    HortiJet-Go! 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 35 HortiJet-Go! EXAMPLE Figure 5-2: Smart Switches found in the system. If Smart Switches are found that are not used or connected, then remove these from the configuration. The system automatically configures eight valves and eight valve groups for every Valves Smart Switch. Remove any valves and valve groups that you are not going to use.

  • Page 36: Software Settings

    HortiJet-Go! Software settings After scanning, the system will be updated with all the software functions necessary to control the climate and irrigation equipment in the greenhouse. These functions are collectively referred to as the controls. A number of software settings and control requirements have been preset.

  • Page 37: Irrigation Control

    HortiJet-Go! 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 38: Pressurizing The Hortijet

    HortiJet-Go! 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 off gently. Blow away any residual moisture. Make sure to keep stirring the sensor during the wait time.
  • Page 39 HortiJet-Go! Name Name PRV2. Pressure gauge, PSV. PRV1. PSV. Adjusting the valves The PRV1 and PSV consist of a valve with a plastic rotary knob and a navaton pilot that can be adjusted by using the metal bolt. Figure 5-7: Components of PRV1 and PSV.

  • Page 40: Step-By-Step Instructions For Pressurizing The Hortijet

    HortiJet-Go! 5.5.2 Step-by-step instructions for pressurizing the HortiJet To pressurize the HortiJet-Go!, complete the following steps: 1. Turn the manual valves on the inlet and outlet of the HortiJet-Go! to open them. 2. Open the shut-off valves on PRV1 and the PSV. Use the plastic rotary knob to do this.

  • Page 41: Using The Dosing Channels For The First Time

    Using the dosing channels for the first time Ridder Growing Solutions advises you to test the HortiJet first with water, before using fertilizers and/or acid. To prepare the dosing channels for use, complete the following steps: 1.

  • Page 42: Testing The Hortijet

    HortiJet-Go! Testing the HortiJet To test the HortiJet, you can initiate a short irrigation cycle. Please check the following: 1. Is water flowing through the main irrigation pipe and through the HortiJet? 2. Is the HortiJet pump working without excessive noise? 3.

  • Page 43: User Interface

    HortiJet-Go! User interface As soon as the dealer has prepared the HortiJet-Go! for use, you can operate the HortiJet-Go!. This section first explains how to operate the power switch and the HortiJet pump. After that, you will find instructions on how to operate the HortiMaX-Go!‘s irrigation program.

  • Page 44: Operating The Hortimax-Go! (Quick Start)

    HortiJet-Go! HortiJet pump manual operation mode By switching the knob to ‘manual’, the HortiJet pump will begin to work. You can use this function to: test the pump operation; bleed the air from the pipes. HortiJet pump automatic mode The automatic mode means that the HortiJet-Go! is in operation.

  • Page 45: Assigning Valves To Valve Groups

    HortiJet-Go! 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. 2. Tile header The tile header contains the following information: the type of tile, the control mode and the control status.

  • Page 46: Valves Simultaneously

    HortiJet-Go! Tap assign valves to valve groups ‘ '. A pop-up window appears. Select the valves that you want to assign to the valve group by tapping them. A white border appears around the selected valves. Tap the confirm icon ‘ ’. You have assigned valves to a valve group.

  • Page 47: Periods

    HortiJet-Go! 6.3.4 Periods Use periods to vary target values throughout the day. You can set up to four periods per day. You can set periods on the settings screen. To set the dosing ratios, navigate the following path: Tap a period at the top of the settings screen. The Set periods screen will appear.
  • Page 48 HortiJet-Go! Figure 6-6: Periods in 24-hour clock. To set a period, proceed as follows: Select a time indication (clock time, sunrise or sunset). If applicable, enter a time. Tap the confirm icon ‘ ’. You have set a period. If you delete periods, the corresponding settings will be retained. If you add these periods again, check whether the preset values are still applicable.

  • Page 49: Duration And Volume

    HortiJet-Go! 6.3.5 Duration and volume To start using the irrigation program, you need to set at least one of these values for a valve group for each period: Volume: the desired volume of irrigation (in litres). To use this setting, a flow meter (a flow sensor or water meter) is required on the main pipe.
  • Page 50 HortiJet-Go! If you have agitators in your fertilizer tanks, the settings to control the agitators can be found under: This requires an Agitator Smart Switch. EC and pH dosing You can set the EC and pH target values on the settings screen for automatic irrigation.
  • Page 51 HortiJet-Go! Figure 6-10: The dosing ratios of the various fertilizers. If you want to set a different dosing ratio for a valve group in different periods, then create a new valve group and link the same valves to it. This enables you to set a different dosing ratio for this new valve group.

  • Page 52: Pre-Flushing And Post-Flushing

    HortiJet-Go! 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 HortiJet-Go! The irrigation program 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 ' ‘ shows when the last manual start was performed. Figure 6-12: Manual valve start tile Manual valve group start...
  • Page 54 HortiJet-Go! Figure 6-14: Active valve group If you want a different recipe to be applied for a manual valve start, you can change the EC, pH and volume settings of the valve group. Don't 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 HortiJet-Go! To set a cyclic start, contact start or 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 ‘...

  • Page 56: Alarms

    HortiJet-Go! When automated irrigation starts are executed, the irrigation program will always use the recipe settings of the valve group during the active period. If no period is active, then irrigation will not start automatically. 6.3.9 Alarms On the top bar, there is a bell icon ‘ ' that enables you to access the alarm screen. When this bell is active, it means that an alarm is currently present.
  • Page 57 HortiJet-Go! If you want to acknowledge more than one alarm simultaneously, 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.

  • Page 58: Maintenance

    HortiJet-Go! Maintenance This section describes how the HortiJet-Go! needs to be maintained on a periodic basis. Maintenance guidelines The following guidelines are important for maintaining the HortiJet-Go!: Disconnect the mains supply from the HortiJet-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

    HortiJet-Go! Annual maintenance The following inspection and maintenance tasks should be performed on the HortiJet- Go! on a yearly basis: Update software. Clean, check and, if necessary, calibrate pH sensors. Clean, check and, if necessary, calibrate EC sensors. Check operation of the HortiJet-Go! (see section "Testing the HortiJet" on page 42).

  • Page 60: Appendices

    HortiJet-Go! Appendices Glossary Controls A collective term for the settings, measurements, alarms and readouts based on which the HortiJet 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 HortiJet-Go! Pressure gauge (manometer) Measurement instrument used to gauge pressure. Pressure switch A switch that is activated by pressure. The function of a pressure switch is to switch an electronic device on or off when a particular pressure is reached in a gas or liquid.

  • Page 62: Checklist For Step-By-Step Installation Procedure

    HortiJet-Go! Checklist for step-by-step installation procedure The table below can be used as a checklist for the installation and commissioning procedure for the HortiJet-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 HortiJet-Go! Section to see for Completed No. Step this Using the dosing channels for the first "Using the dosing time channels for the first time" on page 41. Test the dosing channels by irrigating briefly using the fertigation recipe. Place the suction hoses in the correct fertilizer tank/acid tank.

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