Summary of Contents for AVAST Marine Works Plank v3.6
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Version 1 05/24 Congratulations on your purchase of an AVAST Marine Plank! By following these simple instructions, you will have your new feeding system up and running in a short time. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 1...
Depending on your tank style, you will configure the mounting hardware to match. The 3 main types of tanks are a) Plastic Trim b) Rimless c) Eurobraced a) Plastic Trim b) Rimless d) Eurobraced Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 4...
Pull the power cord slightly from the back and position it as shown below. Position the cord slightly away from the tubing wall so water can circulate around the cord. Once positioned, firmly tighten the two panhead screws. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 5...
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If a spacer is needed, install as shown below. Additional spacers and longer screws may be required for non standard plastic trim tanks. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 6...
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For plastic trim tanks, the mount will typically lean forward until the feeder is placed on top, then it should firmly lock into place, the weight of the feeder bringing the mount level. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 7...
Pull the power cord slightly from the back and position it as shown below. Position the cord slightly away from the tubing wall so water can circulate around the cord. Once positioned, firmly tighten the two panhead screws. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 8...
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Firmly tighten the screws. You can now use the thumbscrews on the back of the mounting block to fine tune this clamping pressure and level the platform. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 9...
Pull the power cord slightly from the back and position it as shown below. Position this slightly away from the tubing wall so water can circulate around the cord. Once positioned, firmly tighten the two panhead screws. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 10...
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Firmly tighten the screws. You can now use the thumbscrews on the back of the mounting block to fine tune this clamping pressure and level the platform. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 11...
The interface is a little unusual so we made a video for using this timer specifically for The Plank, you can watch this below. Using The Nearpow Timer for The Plank Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 12...
(c) that uses Timer a AND Timer b. Finally, on your Plank outlet, select the function as Programmable Logic c and save. You can also use a simple scheduled timer if you can program your feeding times in whole Minutes. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 13...
Generic outlet on XP8 and can enter the schedule you wish to feed. You can also use the interval programming feature to configure feeding times and duration. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 14...
Fallback OFF Set OFF If time 09:30 then ON If time 09:32 then OFF If time 14:00 then ON If time 14:02 then OFF etc. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 15...
For longer feeding tubes and in sump installations where the feeding tube is lowered to the intake of the return pump, setting “6” is recommended. For smaller tanks or when using completely powderized foods, a setting of “1” is recommended. Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 16...
Every 3 months it is recommended to remove the feeder, empty the contents completely and blow out the food chamber with an air compressor or canned air (dust off). Avast Marine Works - Plank v3.6 - Updated 05/24 Page 17...
Liability In no event will AVAST Marine Works be liable for any lost livestock, profits or any special, indirect or consequential damages due to loss of use. The laws of the Commonwealth of Virginia will govern this warranty plan.
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