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Kogan SMARTERHOME KASMGROWSTA User Manual
Kogan SMARTERHOME KASMGROWSTA User Manual

Kogan SMARTERHOME KASMGROWSTA User Manual

Hydroponic growing system

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KOGAN SMARTERHOME
HYDROPONIC GROWING SYSTEM
(14 PODS)
KASMGROWSTA

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Summary of Contents for Kogan SMARTERHOME KASMGROWSTA

  • Page 1 KOGAN SMARTERHOME HYDROPONIC GROWING SYSTEM (14 PODS) KASMGROWSTA...
  • Page 2 Safety & Warnings Components Overview Installation Connect to SmarterHome Google Home Control Amazon Alexa Control Operation Notes...
  • Page 3: Safety And Warnings

    SAFETY & WARNINGS • Read all instructions carefully and retain this user guide for future reference. • Always unplug this product from the electrical outlet before cleaning. • Keep the power cord away from heated surfaces. • Do not use this product outdoors. •...
  • Page 4 COMPONENTS Base Light Hood Light Post Power Adapter Pump Plant Spacer (x14) Grow Dome (x14) Seed Pod (x14) Nutrient (x2)
  • Page 5 OVERVIEW Front View Control Panel Light Hood Power Input Port Pump Power Port Light Post Grow Deck Base...
  • Page 6: Installation

    INSTALLATION • Place the hydroponic system: On a sturdy, water-tolerant surface. Near a standard electrical outlet. Out of reach of children or pets. Away from direct sources of heat (e.g. stove or furnace), or cold (e.g. window drafts or air conditioner vents). •...
  • Page 7 Step 2: Insert the pump into the grooves in the base until it clicks into place. Step 3: Insert the grow deck into the base. Grow Deck Base...
  • Page 8 Step 4: Attach the light hood onto the light post. Step 5: Insert the power adapter connector to the Power input port. Connect the power adapter to an electrical outlet. Pump Cord Power Cord Note: Do not use this hydroponic system with any other power adapter other than the one provided.
  • Page 9 Add Water • This product requires room temperature tap water or bottled water. Do not use softened water, such as distilled water or rainwater. This may interfere with the nutrients, as they contain levels of sodium usually harmful to plants. •...
  • Page 10 Add Seed Pods • Insert the seed pods into the openings in the grow deck. • Plants grow and look best if medium or tall plants are in the back openings and short plants are in the front openings. • Insert a seed pod or plant spacer into every opening in the grow deck. Seed Pod Plant Spacer Add Grow Domes...
  • Page 11 CONNECT TO SMARTERHOME APP Install App p from the Play Store (Android) or App Store (iOS). If you already have a SmarterHome The system will automatically recognise your country. If needed, you can manually select your country from the drop-down box. Enter your email address and tap Get Verification Code to continue.
  • Page 12 Set Device in Pairing Mode When the device is first turned on, it may automatically enter pairing mode (the power indicator will rapidly flash green). If not automatically in pairing mode when powered on, you can manually set the device in pairing mode by pressing and holding the Power button for 5 seconds until the power indicator rapidly flashes green.
  • Page 13 Ensure that the device is in pairing mode, with the Power indicator rapidly flashing, rapidly The device will commence the pairing process and connect to the app. Ensure your Wi-Fi router, mobile phone, and the SmarterHome device are kept close until connection is complete.
  • Page 14 GOOGLE HOME CONTROL Note: You will need to have set up a Google Home account prior to linking your Kogan SmarterHome device. (top left corner, see arrow in the below screenshot) select Works with Google...
  • Page 15 SmarterHome service. From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome account using either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to register your account.
  • Page 16 From here you can assign them to rooms and set up any routines. Tap on any of the devices to view a list of available commands. Note: Please note that Google Home can only control the base/core functions of any compatible SmarterHome functionality, please use the Kogan SmarterHome app.
  • Page 17 AMAZON ALEXA CONTROL Note: Once (or from the Scene tab) to group connected SmarterHome products and automate their functions. Alexa App bottom-right and select Skills & Games from the sidebar. SmarterHome skill.
  • Page 18 skill to Alexa. From here, you will be prompted to sign into your SmarterHome account using either your email or mobile phone number, depending on which method you used to register your account.
  • Page 19 Once connected, the app will perform a search and display the devices linked to your SmarterHome account. When your devices have successfully connected to the Alexa app, you will be able to control your Kogan SmarterHome devices via Note: Please note that Alexa can only control the base/core functions of any compatible...
  • Page 20: Operation

    OPERATION Control Panel • Press to turn the hydroponic system on/off. Power Button • Press and hold for 5 seconds to place the hydroponic system in pairing mode. Seeding Light Button Press to turn Seeding light mode on/off. Vegetables Light Press to turn Vegetables light mode on/off.
  • Page 21 Pump and Water Circulation • The pump and water circulation system in your hydroponic system is essential for maintaining optimal plant health and growth. • The pump functions to continuously circulate nutrient-rich water to the plants' roots, ensuring they receive a consistent supply of essential nutrients and oxygen. •...
  • Page 22 SmarterHome Power Turn the growing system on/off. • Turn the pump on/off. Pump • Set a timer for the pump. Grow Light Timer Set a timer for the grow lights. Tap the relevant mode to adjust the Light Modes light. Set a countdown for when to add Nutrient Countdown nutrients.
  • Page 23 Nutrient Solution Water Mixture Ratio 3ml A + 3ml B 6ml A + 6ml B 9ml A + 9ml B 12ml A + 12ml B 15ml A + 15ml B Notes: • Nutrient particles have a storage life of 2 years in unopened bottles if stored at room temperature without exposure to sunlight.
  • Page 24 Planting • Many seed pods are labelled for height. Gardens grow and look their best when tall plants are planted at the back, medium plants are along the sides and short plants are in front. If plants are all the same size, like salad greens, they can be planted anywhere. •...
  • Page 25 2.5-5cm of the plants if possible. • You do not need to replace the grow lights unless individual diodes start to fail. If this occurs, contact help.Kogan.com for support. Nutrients • Typically, your plants will need nutrients every 2 weeks.
  • Page 26 Pollinating You will need to start pollinating your fruiting plants (tomatoes, peppers, strawberries, etc.) once they begin to flower (approximately 4-6 weeks after planting). To pollinate, use one or more of the following methods: • Place an open hand inside plant branches and gently move your hand back and forth to shake the plant and spread the pollen.
  • Page 27 NOTES...
  • Page 28 Need more information?