EZ FLO EZ010HC Installation guide

INSTALLATION AND OPERATING GUIDE
HC SYSTEMS
Fertilizing Systems
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Horizont al PVC Vertical Fibreglass
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* IMPORTANT *
PLEASE READ INSTRUCTIONS AND VERIFY PARTS
BEFORE INSTALLING THE SYSTEM.
•Do not connect to an irrigation system that is not protected by an approved
back flow prevention device such as a pressure vacuum breaker or
reduced pressure zone back flow preventer.
•Do not operate if pressure exceeds 700 kPa ( for HCV 825 kPa)
•Follow all local plumbing codes
•Use only with non-hazardous products
•Minimize exposure to direct sunlight to maximize service life
•Protect against impact from foreign objects
All EZ-FLO systems have been specifically designed and engineered to be installed by
aprofessional irrigation or landscape contractor.Improper installation or use could
cause risk of water contamination due to back flow or tank rupture.Failure to follow all
safety instructions and warnings could result in serious bodily injury.Improper
installation or use of the system voids all warranties.
FOR ASSI STAN CE
CALL 0 7 -4 7 7 8 0 1 8 0
OR VI SI T OUR W EBSI TE AT
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FEED ADJUSTMENT
KNOB
HC TANK ASSEMBLY sche m a t ic &PARTS
Slow
Fertilizer
Out
GREEN
Warte
In
BLUE
12Fast
Use EZ-FLO components only.
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1 -Bypass Connector
Part # BYP, not fitted with MBT cap
3 -Tubing Clamps
Part # RTC (1 Extra)
Screen
Part # PUF
Dip tube with screen
attaches to Fertiliser-
Out connection incap
Agitation Fitting Part # AGT
Agitation tube attaches
to Water-In connection
in cap
if using liquids
remove and replace
with adaptersupplied
LARGE
O-RING
Part # LOR
BLUE
CONNECTOR
NUT
Part # CNB
GREEN
CONNECTOR
NUT
Part # CNG
TANK ratio
CAP
Part # CAPHP or
MBT (2017)
1.25 meter -6mm black tubing
part # BT5
2 -Shut Off Valves
Part # SOV (with 2washers)
Relief Valve
on PVC
series only
1
Fill Valve or ca p Air Vent
on PVC
series only
Bottom
Drain
Valve
1.25 meter-6mm clear tubing
part # CT5

System Installation
Typical installation
The system is normally installed in a valve box, connected to the main line of the irrigation
system after the back flow preventer and before the sprinkler valves. One unit will feed both
drip and sprinkler zones that are downstream from the connection point.
Back Flow
Preventer
Ball Valve
Coupling
Connection
To drip emitters
To sprinklers Water Flow
To subsurface
Valve Box
EZ-FLO Unit
Valve Box
Step 1 -Locate the installation point.
Connection must be made after an approved back flow prevention device. It is preferable to
have the tank cap above the installation point in the sprinkler line if possible but it is not
required for efficient operation. The connection can be made either vertically or horizontally
in the sprinkler main line.
INSTALL BALL VALVE COUPLING
IN THIS AREA
2
To back yard
TOP VIEW
SPRINKLER
VALVE
Step 2 -Shut off water by closing a valve at the back flow preventer or in the main
line upstream from the connection point. Relieve the pressure from the line at the exhaust
valve on the back flow preventer or by manually opening a sprinkler valve.
SHUT OFF
WATER
RELIEVE
PRESSURE
OFF
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SOCKET SOCKET
CUTOUT
LENGTH
Main Lin e Conne ct ion ( Sold se pa ra tely)
Ba ll Valve Coupling -n o m inim um ( r e qu ir e d f o r low flow or drip
ir rig at ion)
St e p 3 -Cut ou t a se ct ion of pipe slightly larger t han t he cut out lengt h
of t he coupling.
St e p 4 -Glue t h e coupling into t he line.
St e p 5 -At t a ch tu bin g t o the coupling.
CUT
PIPE
GLUE IN COUPLING
WITH FLOW ARROW
POINTING IN THE DIRECTION
OF THE WATER FLOW
FLOW
ATTACH BLA CK TUBI N G T O
BLUE FI TTI NG, CLEAR
TUBI N G TO GREEN FI TTI NG
AN D SECU RE W I TH TUBI N G
CLAMPS
FLOW
GREEN BLUE
GREEN BLUE
CUTOUT
LENGTH
Ball Valve Coupling -Adjustable / Low Flow
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Connect System to Irrigation Lines
Step 6 -Connect tubing to tank cap by removing the blue and green
connector nuts from the bypass fitting by turning them in a counter clockwise
direction. (Attach bypass fitting to tubing for later use). Connect the blue
connector nut to the water in side of the tank cap. Connect the green connector
nut to the fertiliser out connection on the cap. Turn the water on to the system.
Connect tubing to cap
1. Shut off valves in the off position
2. Turn water on at back flow preventer
3. Connect blue connector to water in connection on cap
4. Connect green connector to fertilizer out connection on cap.
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In
Out
FFe ir tlliizze r
Ouutt
GREEN
Fa a sst t
Water
In
BLLUE
Sllow1122
Fertilizer Water Blue
Connection
Bypass
Fitting
31
Green
Connection

Model
EZ010HC
EZ017HC
EZ025HC
Recommended Amount
30-40 kg dry or 38 liters liquid
60 -80 kg dry or 66 liters liquid
90 -120 kg dry or 95 liters liquid
If you have a High Capacity Funnel Fill System, put the funnel in the fill valve.
Disconnect one of the shut off valves from the cap and connect it to the tubing on
the funnel.
After filling:
Close the fill valve, the shut off valve and the drain/fill valve. Disconnect the shut
off valve from the funnel and connect it to tank cap. Remove the fill funnel and
Fill Tank With Fertilizer
Step 7 -Fill tank with fertiliser. (For detailed instructions for refilling the
system, please see the Quick Refill Guides.)
The EZ-FLO system can be filled with any liquid or water soluble fertiliser.
Before filling:
Make sure the shut off valves are off. Open the fill valve on top of the tank and
make sure the drain valve on the bottom of the tank is closed.
If you do not have a High Capacity Funnel Fill System, pour fertiliser
directly into tank through the fill valve, adding water periodically by opening one
shut off valve. When the tank is full of fertiliser, top it off with water until all
air is gone from the tank.
Open the shut off valve and pour the fertiliser into the funnel
until tank is full of liquid, all air must be out of tank
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turn both shut off valves to the on position.
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FFeerrttiilliizzeerr Watateerr
Outt IInn
GGRREEEN BBLLUE
FILL
VALVE
HIGH CAPACITY
FUNNEL FILLSYSTEM
AIR VENT
DRAIN
VALVE
SHUT OFF
VALVE
SHUT OFF
VALVE
AIRE
AIR
*Note that HCV model numbers equate to capacity in liters
Tank Size *
38 lit er s
66 lit er s
95 lit er s

Set Flow Adjustment
Step 8 -Set the flow rate by adjusting the ball valve coupling and the
adjustment knob on the tank cap. (The ball valve coupling will only require
adjustment at initial startup.)
1. With the cap adjustment setting in the fast position, turn on the
sprinkler or drip zone with the lowest liters per minute flow rate.
2. Slowly close the ball valve very slightly, until you can see fluid
movement or color in the clear fertiliser out line.
3. Set the cap adjustment knob to the desired feed rate.
4. Turn off the sprinkler or drip zone.
Slow Setting - is used for normal maintenance in regions with high watering requirements
such as hot dry climates or sandy soils.
#1 Setting - is used for normal maintenance in regions with more moderate climates and
moderate watering schedules where soils have good moisture retention.
#2 Setting - is used to encourage fast growth or to quickly improve the condition of a
landscape in poor condition. The unit will empty more quickly and can be refilled more often.
Fast Setting - is used for periodic fertilisation. The unit will empty more quickly and can
be refilled more often.
Setting *Ratio gr a m s of
fe rt ilise r pe r lit e r
Slow 15,000: 1 0.07
18,000: 1 0.13
22,000: 1 0.5
Fast 400: 1 2.5
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Fertiliser
Out
Green
Water
In
Blue
Slow 12Fast
Adjustment Knob
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*Ratio refers to the amount of water mixed with the fertiliser.For example, a400:1
ratio means 400 liters of water will be mixed with 1liter of fertiliser.The adjustment
knob can be set in between settings if desired.
M3 *Of W a t e r Re quir ed To e m pt y Fe rtilise r
The following table shows the m3 of water required to distribute the fertiliser from
the EZ-FLO High Capacity Systems at the various flow settings.
Model EZ0 1 0 EZ0 1 7 EZ0 2 5 HCV5 5 HCV7 6 HCV1 1 2 HCV1 8 0
Slow 5 7 0*1 0 0 0 1 4 2 5 880 1 1 4 0 1 6 8 0 2 7 0 0
1300 500 760 440 608 896 1 4 4 0
2133 175 110 152 224 360
Fast 1 5 2 7 3 8 2 2 3 0 4 5 7 2

FLOW
Water entering the tank is layered over the top of the fertilizer that settles to
the bottom of the tank. Fertiliser is drawn from the bottom of the tank, out the
clear tubing and into the irrigation system. EZ-FLO’s patented technology
ensures consistent metering from start to finish.
W int e risin g Your Syst e m
** CAUTION -DO NOT USE AIR TO BLOW OUT YOUR SPRINKLER SYSTEM **
** WITH THE EZ-FLO SYSTEM ATTACHED **
If you live in a region where winter temperatures can drop below freezing it is
necessary to winterize your system.
System with shut off valves
1. Turn valves to off position
2. Remove blue and green connectors from the tank cap
3. Screw blue and green connectors onto bypass fitting
4. Drain tank and return it to the valve box or store in garage
If you need assistance with the installation or operation of your system, or have
further questions, please visit our web site at w w w .e z flo.com or call EZ-
FLO on ( 0 7 ) 4 7 7 8 0 1 8 0
For warranty provisions for this unit, please refer to our website under
"resources"
Fertiliser
Water with Fertiliser Water
How It Works
Your system is now ready to operate. Each time you water, the EZ-FLO system
will proportion small amounts (micro doses) of fertiliser in the irrigation water.
The patented flow process evenly meters fertiliser from start to finish. Fill based
on desired results.
Fertiliser & water are
mixed in the cap
Fertiliser Out Water In
Water
Fertilizer Out
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