GrowFlux FluxScale 600TL v2.0 User manual

FluxScale™ 600TL v2.0
User Manual
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Revision A
Revision B
Initial draft revision released January 2018
Updated manual with sanitation information
Revision Information
Important changes to this document are detailed below.

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Contents
Safety Precautions 4
Regulatory Notices 8
Introduction 9
Product Overview 9
Maintenance 10

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Safety Precautions
WARNING!
Read the safety precautions in this section before installing,
powering, operating or servicing this product.
The following symbols are used throughout this document to indicate safety critical information:
DANGER!
Safety Hazard
Risk of severe
injury or death.
WARNING!
Burn Hazard.
Hot Surface. Do
not touch.
DANGER!
Hazardous
Voltage. Risk of
lethal or severe
electical shock.
WARNING!
Intense light
radiation.
WARNING!
Fire Hazard.
WARNING!
Refer to User
Manual.
WARNING! Risk group 2 product according to EN 62471. Do not stare at operating
lamp. Do not view light output with optical instruments that may concentrate the
beam.
CAUTION. UV emitted from this product. Eye or skin irritation may result from
exposure. Use appropriate shielding. Never block xture light output
CAUTION. Possibly hazardous optical radiation emitted from this product. Do not stare
at operating lamp. May be harmful to the eye.
CAUTION. IR emitted from this product. Do not stare at operating lamp.
The latest version of this document is available on the FluxScale product page at
http://growux.com. Before installing or operating this product, check for the latest
version of this document. The version can be found at the bottom of this page.
Fixture is for commercial use only, and is not intended for household use.
Respect all locally applicable laws, codes and regulations when installing, powering,
operating or servicing the xture.
This product presents risks of severe injury or death due to re and burn hazards,
electric shock and falls.
Contact GrowFlux customer support at 215-337-3999 or support@growux.com for any
safety related questions.

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Electrical shock precautions
Do not remove any cover or panel from xture except for Fan Assembly as described in
“Fan Assembly Replacement” section of this document.
Disconnect xture from AC power before performing maintenance on xture or moving
xture.
Ensure AC power service to xture is connected to (earth) ground.
Use only a source of AC power that complies with local building and electrical codes and
has both overload and ground-fault (earth-fault) protection.
If xture is equipped with splash resistant twist lock power inlet (Model no. GFX-FXS-
600TL-XX-XX-00), only use power cables supplied by GrowFlux.
If xture is equipped with splash resistant twist lock power inlet (Model no. GFX-
FXS-600TL-XX-XX-00), never connect power to xture if xture, power inlet, or power
cable is wet. Dry all components with a dry cloth and allow to air dry until liquid water
evaporates before connecting power. Never disconnect power from xture if power
cable or power inlet is wet.
If xture is equipped with an IEC C14 power inlet (Model no. GFX-FXS-600TL-XX-XX-01),
power cables must be of the IEC 60320 C13 type, must be rated for at least 10 amps,
and must have 18 AWG minimum conductor size with type SJT or equivalent jacket.
Ensure power inlet, xture, and power cable are dry before connecting or disconnecting
power.
Before operating xture, ensure power cables are in perfect condition and free from
defects, and are properly rated for current requirements for all equipment.
Isolate the xture from power immediately if the power cable or any seal, cover,
cable, or other component is damaged, defective, deformed, wet or showing signs of
overheating. Do not reapply power until repairs have been completed.
If xture is equipped with an IEC C14 power inlet (Model no. GFX-FXS-600TL-XX-XX-01),
do not expose xture to rain or moisture.
Burn and re precautions
WARNING. Fixture emits high levels of visible and invisible light radiation which may
cause injury or damage objects placed near glass window. Never operate xture
without at least 12” (300mm) open air clearance in front of glass window.
Exterior surfaces of xture may become hot during operation. Use caution when
handling.
Provide at least 10” (250mm) clearance around all vents, allowing for free and
unobstructed airow around xture.
Do not operate the xture if the ambient temperature (Ta) exceeds 40° C (104° F).
Keep all combustible materials (e.g. fabric, wood, paper) at least 12” (300mm) away
from the xture.
Keep ammable materials away from the xture.
Do not modify the xture in any way not described in this manual or the product’s User
Guide or install other than genuine GrowFlux parts. Do not apply lters, diusers or
other materials to glass window. Use only accessories approved by GrowFlux to modify
the light beam.

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Eye and skin injury precautions
Fixture emits high levels of visible and invisible light radiation which can adversely aect
vision. Never look into glass window during operation. Use proper vision protection
when working near xture. Use caution in presence of children.
Never look into glass window with concentrating optics such as binoculars, telescopes,
or magnifying glasses.
Use caution near idle xtures which can suddenly illuminate on schedule or by remote
control.
Fixture emits high levels of visible and invisible light radiation which can have adverse
eects on tissues, including skin, when working in close proximity to operating xtures.
Use light blocking protective clothing when working directly below operating xtures.
Fixture emits high levels of visible blue light radiation, which has been shown to have
adverse eects on the human circadian rhythm, resulting in shift work dysfunction
and other circadian rhythm disorders. Use blue light ltering protective eyewear when
working near operating xtures within four hours before normal scheduled bed time.
Fan injury precautions
Fixture contains high power fans, which can catch and pull hair, jewelry, and other
objects, causing serious injury:
• Never insert foreign objects into xture.
• Keep hair, jewelry, and clothing away from fan intake.
• Never remove fan guards from xture.
• Never remove fan assembly from xture during operation.
• Keep ngers away from fan guard during operation.
Moving and mounting safety precautions
Fasten the xture securely to a xed surface or structure when in use. The xture is not
portable when installed.
Ensure area below xture is clear before attempting to mount or move xture. Block
access to area below xture and warn occupants of falling equipment hazard.
When suspending the xture, ensure that the supporting structure and all hardware
used can hold at least 10 times the weight of all equipment suspended from them.
Do not secure or fasten power cables to hanging hardware such as chains or cables.
Do not move or adjust the position of xture during use.
Before moving, disconnect the power cable from xture.
Never perform maintenance on a mounted xture. Move xture to a at surface before
attempting to perform maintenance.
Do not drag xture across surfaces.
Avoid shocks and impacts while moving or re-positioning xture which may result in
glass breakage.
When moving or storing xture, ensure the unit is placed on a at surface, and no

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foreign objects are touching glass.
Do not clean unit during operation.
Unplug xture before attempting to clean. Do not clean glass window during operation.
Do not place objects on top of xture.
Only place accessories provided by GrowFlux on top of xture. Do not place foreign
objects on top of xture during operation.
Glass precautions
The glass windows within xture are specically designed to meet safety requirements
and prevent injury to persons in the event of breakage. In the event of breakage, do not
attempt to repair or replace glass, which may result in injury and damage to product.
Do not operate xture with broken glass. Do not clean glass during operation.

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Regulatory Notices
FCC Part 15 Notice
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not
installed and used in accordance with the manufacturer’s instruction manual, may
cause interference with radio and television reception. 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.
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.
2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference
that may cause undesired operation.

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Introduction
Product Overview
Thank you for selecting FluxScale for your horticultural lighting needs. Please ensure
you have read all of the safety information at the beginning of this document before
installing or operating xture.
This product features:
●Robust wireless control with AetherMesh Sub-GHz mesh connectivity
●Extended tunability range encompassing the entire photosynthetic radiation
(PAR) spectrum
●Far red tuneability, allowing for advanced manipulation of phytochrome response
●PrecisionPAR™ capable - FluxScale is ready to be used with our exclusive PAR
maintenance service, ensuring years of consistent performance
●Industry leading ingress protection
●Industry leading energy eciency
A B C D E
F G
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
End plate with V-hook mounting holes
¼-20 thread mounting holes
Wireless controls & antenna
Cooling ns (air exhaust)
AC power entry
Fan assembly (air intake)
Glass window

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Maintenance
Fan Assembly Replacement
Disconnect power from FluxScale. Never attempt to replace fan assembly during
operation.
Check to make sure power cables are dry before attempting to disconnect power.
Move FluxScale from its hanging position to a at surface before attempting to replace
fan assembly.
Step 1: Unscrew two 8-32 size Philips head screws securing fan assembly.
Step 2: With two hands, draw fan assembly upward until fan assembly stops, then draw
fan assembly straight outward away from FluxScale.

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Fan Assembly Replacement (continued)
Step 3: Carefully separate fan assembly from FluxScale; do not apply tension to fan
cables.
Step 4: Depress locking tab on power connector and separate connector. Repeat for the
second connector.
Step 4: Connect each power connector on new fan assembly.
Step 5: Orient connectors and fan wires as shown below. Wiring and connectors should
be tucked into the empty space within the fan assembly.
Step 6: Carefully position new fan assembly against FluxScale end plate, taking care to
ensure all wires are tucked into fan assembly. Insert mounting tabs into end plate and
slide fan assembly downward to lock its position. Install two 8-32 Philips head screws to
secure new fan assembly.

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Cleaning
Do not attempt to clean FluxScale while under operation. Unplug FluxScale before
cleaning.
Do not clean glass with alkaline or acidic cleaners such as bleach, ammonia, or vinegar,
as the specialty coatings applied to the glass surface may be damaged.
Do not clean glass with Green Shield II, Physan 20, or other ammonia based sanitizers.
These products may be used in the vicinity of FluxScale, however liquid applicaiton of
these agents to the glass will damage specialty coatings.
NEVER PRESSURE WASH FLUXSCALE. Pressure washing will damage critical seals and
void the Limted Warranty.
General cleaning & sanitation:
Never use abrasive brushes, scrub pads, abrasive cleaning cloths, or cleaners containing
abrasive powders and particles on FluxScale. If challenging debris must be removed
from any part of FluxScale, use a plastic scraper to gently free debris. Challenging
residue can be removed with a simple cleaning solution:
puried or ltered water 3 parts 750ml 3 cups
70-99% isopropyl alcohol 1 part 250ml 1 cup
hand dish soap 5ml 1 teaspoon
Mix the above ingredients thoroughly and pour into a clean spray bottle. Using a soft
cloth, clean paper towel, or cotton rag, spray the cleaning solution onto cloth and wipe
debris from surface of FluxScale. This solution can be used on all exterior surfaces of
FluxScale, including the glass window and accessory reectors. Apply solution as a ne
mist with a handheld spray bottle or with a cleaning cloth.
Heat Sanitation
FluxScale 600TL can be safely operated up to 40° C (104° F) with little degradation in
output.
If necessary, cultivation rooms containing FluxScale units can be heat sanitized up to
75° C (167° F) for 24 hours without physical damage to seals and electronics, however
aected zones of xtures must be powered down during and after heat sanitation until
aluminum exterior of xtures are no longer warm to the touch.

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Dust cleaning
Dust accumulation is not typical under normal conditions, however in some dusty
environments, extreme dust accumulation may aect the performance of FluxScale due
to reduced cooling performance. To remove dust from FluxScale, follow the procedure
described below:
Step 1: Disconnect power from FluxScale
Step 2: Use compressed air or a vacuum with brush attachment to loosen and
remove dust from fan inlet area
Step 3: Inspect cooling ns; look through fans to other end of xture; a ashlight
may help during inspection. A straight line of sight through the cooling ns to the
other end of the xture should be present in a clean FluxScale unit.
Step 4 (if necessary): If a large amount of dust is still present, remove FluxScale
from its mounted position and place the unit on a at surface. Remove fan
assembly per instructions in previous section (but do not disconnect cables) and
remove remaining dust with compressed air or a vacuum.
Glass cleaning
The glass windows within FluxScale are specially designed for exceptionally high light
transmission, while oering ingress protection, safety, and nger print resistance. In
the event of glass breakage, immediately remove the aected FluxScale xture from
operation and have the xture serviced by an authorized GrowFlux service provider.
Operating FluxScale with shattered, broken, or removed glass will void the warranty as
the LED emitters may be exposed to harmful environmental conditions.
Unauthorized replacement of the glass within FluxScale will void the warranty and will
result in a safety hazard and severe degradation of performance.
The glass windows within FluxScale are coated with specialty anti-reective and nger
print resistant coatings. Improper cleaning of the glass surface may result in damage to
these coatings and degradation of performance. Following the recommended glass care
instructions will ensure a high level of performance and durability for many years.
●Only clean the glass on FluxScale with a dry cloth, a damp cloth, or the cleaning
solution detailed in the previous section.
●Never use an abrasive pad, steel wool, or abrasive cloth on glass
●Never clean glass during operation