aquaTree Quick Setup Guide User manual

Quick Setup Guide
Simple Steps to Get Your Aquatree Up and Growing (No tools required)
5 Easy Steps
To Get Your Aquatree Up and Growing
CONGRATULATIONS! You
may power on your Aquatree.
You are ready to grow!
Insert Pump Base
into tank
1
Insert Assembly
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Fit Tank Lid, Spout,
Extension Tube, &
Cap
2
Connect Cords
4
Push Pump Cord firmly into
socket in Power adapter.
Lights may be added after
germination.
Counterbalance
Trays on Spout
3
Place Pump Base over
Tank receiver in center
of Tankand lock into
Base.
Add Water, Seed Mats, Seeds
5
Keep this Guide!
A quatree Model number: 202001-WHT Aquatree Sprout
Electrical Rating: 120V~60Hz, 0.45A
}Order extra Seed Matts and Accessories at www.growlocal.eco
Seed Mat & Seeds
When using this Aquatree electrical furnishing, basic precautions should always be followed, including the following:
Read all instructions before using this Aquatree furnishing. SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS
1. To reduce the risk of electric shock, the Aquatree has a specific plug.
Do not change the plug in any way.
DANGER – to reduce risk of electric shock:
2. Always unplug the Aquatree from electrical outlet before cleaning.
WARNING – to reduce risk of burns, re,
electric shock, or injury to persons:
3. Unplug Aquatree from outlet before putting on or taking off parts.
5. Use Aquatree only for its intended use as described in the instructions. Do
not use attachments not recommended by manufacturer.
6. Never operate Aquatree if it has a damaged cord or plug, if it is not working
properly, if it has been dropped and damaged, or if it has been dropped in
water. If any of these conditions occur/exist, contact customer servce.
7. Keep cord away from heated surfaces.
8. Never operate furnishing with unit over-filled. Utilize water lines guides
as instructed.
9. Never drop or insert any object into any electrical openings.
10. Do not use outdoors.
11. Do not operate where aerosol (spray) products are being used or where
oxygen is being administered.
12. Do not touch moving parts or hot parts such as pumps, lights, reflective
surfaces, and the like.
13.To disconnect, remove plug from outlet.
14. Do not place or submerge adapter, controller, cord, plug, or Light in water
or other liquid to clean it.
15. Do not allow water to contact LED Lights.
16.Use only approved and supplied parts and accessories. Use only Aquatree
LED Lights with this Aquatree model. Use of any other kind of accessory is
not recommended.
17.Do not use Aquatree for other than intended purpose.
18.This product is intended for household and residential use only. This product
is not approved for commercial applications.
19.If any part of the Aquatree is damaged, it must be replaced by
manufacturer, its service agent, or similarly qualified technician in order to
avoid a hazard.
20. Electrical wiring must be in accordance with local regulations.
21.This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children) with
reduced physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of appliance by a person responsible for their safety.
22. Children should be supervised to ensure safety.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Place Your Aquatree...
•On a sturdy, water-tolerant surface
•Near a standard electrical outlet, per local
regulations
•In a 65-76°F (16-24°C) environment (optimal)
•Away from reach of children or pets
•Away from direct sources of heat (e.g., stove,
furnace vents) or cold (e.g., window drafts, A/C
vents)
•Aquatree does not need additional light or a
sunny window. In fact, too much direct sunlight
can overheat your plants
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to
provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off
and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. —Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. —Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
To Install lights, align light hub parts such that they snap
together around the Extension Tube. Light Hub should
slide freely on Extension Tube. Insert Light Harness into
Light Hub. Clip lights to rim of Light Hub. Plug light cord
into power adapter socket.
To Install, Raise, and Lower Lights
Included in Package Download the Aquatree App by searching
“Aquatree”in your mobile App Store.
For more details on planting, growing and
harvesting your Aquatree, please turn the page.
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Tips for Harvesting
planting
}Not pruning or harvesting is the
number one mistake gardeners
make. Prune early and often and
enjoy the small harvests. Also, don't
forget to harvest when your crop is
ready!
}Prune often to maintain a healthy
garden, but never take more than 1/3
of each individual plant at a time.
}Plants compete for light. Left
untended, more aggressive growers
can actually block enough light to
suppress growth of their slower
growing neighbors, and eventually
they can die off due to lack of light.
Spreading leaves must be trimmed
(Diagram B) to make sure that slow
growers get enough light to thrive
and produce big yields.
lights
}Plants love light! Always keep your Aquatree Lights as close to your
plants as possible. Plants should be 1-2 inches below Aquatree
Lights.
} Always check to see if you can prune plants or adjust trays instead of
raising Aquatree Light height. After pruning, lower your lights back
down to within 1-2 inches of plants if possible.
}LED lights have a 3-5 year life span and can be replaced.
} NUTrients
}Typically, your plants will need nutrients every 2 weeks.
}Follow instructions for feeding amounts printed on the nutrient
packaging.
}Add nutrients directly into the Tank.
}Nutrient requirements may change as plants grow. See nutrient
packaging or Aquatree App for details.
}More isn’t better. Resist the temptation to add“just a little extra.”
Too much nutrient can hurt your plants.
}For best results, try a“Rinse and Rell”once a month when it’s
time to add nutrients. Simply empty all water from the bowl, add
fresh water and nutrients and reset your “Add Nutrient”alert. This
balances the nutrients, delivering an instant pick up to plants.
pollinating
Because most people don’t have bees in their home, you will need to
start pollinating your fruiting plants (tomatoes, peppers, strawberries,
etc) once they begin to ower (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.
}Place a fan near your plants and the moving air will pollinate your
plants.
}Use our“Be the Bee Pollinator” to spread the pollen.
}Strawberries can benet from more aggressive pollination. Using an
electric toothbrush, touch each ower with the brush, moving from
ower to ower.
harvesting
}Many rst-time growers are hesitant to harvest. Don’t be! Most
gardens will produce more, for a longer period, with frequent
harvests. You almost can’t begin to harvest (prune) early enough.
}AeroGardens work best with a harvesting method called “cut and
come again.” Simply put, you enjoy frequent small harvests and
then watch as the plants rapidly regrow - ready for harvest again and
again.
}Enjoy frequent, smaller harvests for the rst month or two until
plants mature and larger harvests are available.
}Harvest often to maintain a healthy garden, but never take more
than 1/3 of each individual plant at a time.
}For Salad Greens, cut the top 2 inches o the entire garden, or
harvest large leaves individually by cutting o at the base of the
plant.
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WHAT ISCOVERED – This warranty covers any defects in materials or workmanship, with the exceptions stated below.
HOW LONG COVERAGE LASTS – This warranty runs for one (1) year on this Aquatree and LED Grow Lights, from the date of original purchase, for the
original
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Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental
or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may have other legal rights
that vary from state to state.
If you have any questions please feel free to contact our customer service representatives at 1-800-???- ???? (USA)
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FILL LEVEL
Too High
Cut Here
Starter
Leaves
Diagram A
}Finally, pruning = harvesting. Each
time you prune you get to enjoy fresh
herbs. Remember, a full, bushy garden
looks much better than aspindly one dominated by one thriving
plant.
water
}Top off water regularly.
}Plants grown in the Aquatree are designed to thrive with most
municipal tap water. Improved results can be seen with distilled
water or reverse osmosis water, but this is not needed in most
cases.
Fill Tank up to
Fill Line Mark
LIMITED WARRANTY
Using The Lighting System
•Once your plants have germinated, the lighting system will be especially beneficial.
•Always keep your Aquatree Lights as close to your plants as possible.
•Plants should be 1-2 inches below Aquatree Lights.
•Always check to see if you can prune plants or adjust trays instead of raising Aquatree Light height.
•Always remember to put your lights back in place (within 1-2 inches of plants if possible) after pruning, making system
adjustments, or when reassembling from harvesting or cleaning.
•Cleaning is simple, dispose of all unwanted organic material. All parts that DO NOT include electrical components are washable
and are dishwasher safe using everyday dish soap and dishwasher detergent. Do not place parts near dishwasher heating
element (bottom rack). Rinse with water after washing in sink or dishwasher to remove residue. Allow to fully dry before
reassembly.
1) Snap on
each part
separately to
top section of
the Light Post.
1. Add Water
• Add water to “Fill Line” indicator located below tank rim..
• Use room temperature tap water or bottled distilled water. Do not
use untreated well water which may interfere with our nutrients, or
softened water, as it contains levels of sodium usually harmful to
plants. Water can also be purchased through the Aquatree App.
•For best results, keep the water level topped up to the fill line at all
times.
Start aNew Crop
Before planting, review seed requirements in the Aquatree App.
The Aquatree App is the fastest and easiest path to starting anew garden.
Information for grow lights, pump, nutrient requirements provide optimal growth
advice based on the plant type you select. Advice on multi-crop configuration is also
available.
3. Add Seed Mats & Seeds
• Insert Seed Matsinto openings in Grow Deck.
• Seed Labels often identify plant height to assist with tray
placement and arrangement.Look for height noted on Labels or
referenced in the Aquatree App.
• Plants grow best and look best if medium or tall plants are located
at the top of the Aquatree,and short plants are located in lower
levels (see diagram).
• Seed Mats are designed to have a limited usable life as they are
designed to biodegrade. The life of Seed Mats corresponds to crop
harvest cycles. It is natural for Seed Mats to degrade and an
intentional design feature.
• Do not remove Seed Mats from tray until after you have
harvested.Do not stop and start water pump while growing.
Starting and stopping water exponentially decreases the
structural strength of the Seed Mat each time the water volume is
decreased. Un-circulated water will cause Seed Mats to develop
an odor, cause root rot, and encourage bacterial growth in your
Aquatree system.
• Seed Mats cannot be reused and can be re-orded through the
Aquatree App.
2. Add Nutrients
• Nutrient instructions are printed on the packaging, as well as in the
Aquatree App. Read and follow the instructions carefully!
• Use only the recommended amount of Liquid Nutrient.
• Add nutrient directly into Tank when first planting your Seed Mats, and
when theAquatree Appreminder activates (every 2 weeks).
• Do not overfeed! More isn’t better. Too much nutrient may be harmful to
your plants.
Nutrient Feeding Tip: Always top off water level when adding Liquid
Nutrients. For best results, top off the water level in your Aquatree
regularly.
NEXT: Planting Your Garden
FILL LEVEL
Fill with water to
“Fill To Here” Indicator
( under Water Port ap )
Lift up
Congratulations! You’re on your way
to a beautiful garden.
Harvesting & Disposal of Mats
Insert picture of labels/App instruction
Mats are may be composted or
disposed of with your kitchen waste.
Diagram showing plant and tray
locations
Read and follow Seed Mat Instruction s carefully!
Add nutrients
directly into Tank
U.S. CAUTION – You are cautioned that any changes or modications not expressly approved in this manual could
void your authority to operate this equipment.
To reduce the risk of electric shock, this furnishing has a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This
plug will t in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not t fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it
still does not t, contact a qualied electrician to install the proper outlet. Do not change the plug in any way.
DO NOT SUBMERGE HOUSEHOLD USE ONLY
Do not immerse cord in water or other liquid, and unplug cord from outlet when not in use.
User Maintenance:
Any servicing is to be performed by an authorized service representative.
Use original packaging for storage when the appliance is not used.
Disconnect power before servicing or replacing lights. Use only Aquatree Lighting Systems.
CAUTION!
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, MATCH WIDE BLADE
OF PLUG TO WIDE SLOT, FULLY INSERT.
POUR ÉVITER UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE, PRÉSENTER LA LAME LARGE À LA FENTE LARGE ET POUSSER JUSQU’AU FOND.
AppSettings options
HOME Screen
The Aquatree and Aquatree App makes it easy for
anyone to grow indoors. Beginners get step by step
instructions of the planting process and tips to
improve gardening skills. And it allows Advanced
Users to customize every aspect of their Aquatree,
expanding the possibilities of what can be grown
indoors.
Open the Aquatree App and make the selection that
you want. The App view will change to display
current crops, as well as instructions for care and how
to make changesor troubleshoot if needed.
From any other screen, press the‘HOME’ buttonto
return to the default Home screen.
New
Crop
More
Options
Record the planting date on
a calendar or in a notebook.
LIGHTING SYSTEM
•Crop Timer: Connect your Aquatree
to the Internet and manage your Aquatree using
our App. For set up instructions, download the
Aquatree App on your preferred mobile device.
•LIGHT: The Light icon shows the current time as
well as when you should set your light to turn on
and off each day.
•Water: The Water icon reminds you when it
is likely time to add water and change the water.
•NUTRIENTS: The Nutrients icon shows how
many days are left until it is time to add nutrients,
and reminds you when it is time to add more and,
depending on your crops, what nutrients should
be added and in what amounts.
•New Crop:Press the New Crop button to
start a new garden, and follow the simple step
by step instructions to set up all garden
functions.
•More Options: More Options button to access
a wide variety of other resources.
•Order: Order button to order anything you need
for the Aquatree.
Add 3.5gallons Water (13.25 Liters) A
spouted container is recommended. A
spouted container can be purchased
through the Aquatree App.
}Seeds are labeled for height. Labels identify plant height to assist
with tray placement and arrangement. Look for height noted on
Labels or referenced in the Aquatree App.
}Plants grow best and look best if medium or tall plants are located at
the top of the Aquatree, and short plants are located in lower levels
(see diagram).
}If plants are all the same size, like Sprouts, Salad Greens or Wheat
Grass, they can be planted anywhere.
Germination
}Some seeds germinate in less than 24 hours. Some take 24 days or
more. Most labels give an estimate of how long your seeds will take
to germinate but many factors impact germination.
}Plants are impacted by temperature. Cold weather plants like Salad
Greens germinate better in cooler weather. Heat lovers like Tomatoes
and Peppers will germinate faster in warmer temperatures (above 70
degrees F). Generally, plants like the same temperatures that people
do. While some seeds may take a bit more time, your seeds should
germinate in our system.
}If you are growing your own seeds, sprinkle seeds on your Seed Mat
to mimic the recommended spacing in the Aquatree App and check
the seed packet for information regarding temperature and days to
germination.
}Microgreens/sprouts are the easiest crop to grow and have special
instructions that can be found in the Aquatree App.
} Pruning
}If you have only one tray that needs more or less light or is a different
height from the other crops you are growing, change the placement
of your tray on the Aquatree. Ideally, you want your plants to as
close to the light as possible to achieve the best harvest.
}Fast growing plants (like Basil) make gardeners want to raise the
lights too soon. Do not do this! Pruning the plant just above a new
leaf set (Diagram A) and leaving the lights down low will ensure that
slow- growing and low-growing plants in your Aquatree get all the
light they need to flourish.
}Do not use untreated well water which may interfere with our
nutrients, or softened water, as it contains levels of sodium usually
harmful to plants.
}Premium waters for the Aquatree can be ordered through the
Aquatree App.
Order
Assembling The Lighting System
The included Lighting System will support the supplemental lighting needs for the system you purchased.
Assembly is easy! Lights can be added to each level of your system that uses an extension tube.
Instructions are as follows:
2) Slide light
bar clips into
light bub
ridge.
3) Adjust
position &
height of
lights.
4) APlug
lights into
Power
Adapter.

FCC Statement:
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference,
and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that
interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be
determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
—Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
—Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
—Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
—Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate the
equipment. This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled environment. This equipment should be installed and
operated with minimum distance 20cm between the radiator& your body. This transmitter must not be co-located or operating in conjunction with any other
antenna or transmitter.