JUNGLE HOBBIES MistKing User manual
PLEASE READ THIS MANUAL
(even if you don't read manuals)
We know you're excited and eager to use the mister,
however, before you connect it learn few basics contained here.
Seriously, read the manual first.
You will set things up on the first try!
Thank You for purchasing a MistKing system. A Versatile solution to all your
misting needs. The quality choice of professionals at ZOOs, Botanical Gardens,
institutions around the world. For more information on systems and parts
please go to
www.MistKing.com
Please read the entire booklet to familiarize yourself with your new product.
Should you have any issues with your MistKing system or any of the parts
please contact us directly via www.MistKing.com website or email us at
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DO NOT contact the store where you made the purchase.
COMMON SENSE
Misting system is a device
that sprays water. Like with
any other water appliance,
parts may break, burst, leak, etc.
Ensure you always rely on your
good design and common sense
and not your product. Drainage
capacity should ALWAYS be larger
than your reservoir misting capacity.
In case of trouble the worst that
will happen is that you will over mist
and possibly run the pump dry. Don’t worry, our equipment can run
dry without problems and if properly set up, it will start misting as soon as
you add water. Remember, water and electricity don’t mix. Do not mist onto
your other electrical appliances and keep your reservoir away from receptacles
plugs and power bars. Install GFI outlets where necessary and provide drains where possible.
These are must know before you start.
1. DO NOT try to siphon water into the pump, DO NOT install the pump above the reservoir
or it will not prime properly 100% of the time. Even if it works, it's not the way to do it.
Install the reservoir bulkhead with 1-2ft leading to the pump. Always gravity feed water
to the pump. Read more about a proper design below.
2. DO NOT force fittings apart or rip tubing out of the fitting. Very easy to take them apart,
press on the collet and gently pull. They will not come out simply by pulling apart. See
this video if you don’t know how http://www.mistking.com/RemovingTubing.html
3. Don’t ever unscrew the tip of the nozzle when you receive the system. We test them
twice so they come fully functional. If it’s not working, it’s probably something with the
setup and not the misting assembly. Touching the delicate cone in the middle of the
misting nozzle will alter the spray pattern and possibly damage the spray. Be careful and
don’t touch the center !
4. Remember that misting assemblies are for high pressure application and have a check
valve built in. You cannot blow through the nozzle. Even if you could blow through it, the
flow is so little you would not feel it.
5. When connecting tubing to fittings or pump don’t take shortcuts. Use fresh utility
knife/blade or MistKing cutter to make perfect cuts. Never use scissors or anything that
will pinch the tubing before cutting.
6. Push the tubing into the fitting. Sometimes it will feel like it already connected, but if you
turn on the pump and connection leaks, push harder until the tubing passes the o-ring
and makes a proper seal.
GOOD DESIGN.
In order to have a properly configured system there are few things to keep in mind. Most are
outlined in previous 6 points. Remember you need a bit of finesse and this is not like plugging
in a toaster. If you do not follow the steps you will have a poor install so understanding the
basics is very valuable. It will save you time, so connect it right!
Always remember that this is a water appliance and treat it as such. Take proper precautions in
order to avoid mishaps. We don’t ship reservoirs with our systems as you can buy one for just a
few dollars at any hardware store. Painter’s buckets work great, have lids, large capacity and
are food safe. You can also use any reservoir you wish that fits into your design.
You absolutely must install a reservoir bulkhead into your reservoir. It’s a matter of drilling a
hole and screwing in the bulkhead. Once that is done, plug in the tubing and always gravity
feed water to the pump.
WHY DON’T YOU WANT TO INSTALL PUMP ABOVE THE RESERVOIR ?
This is something that we are answering all the time as most really want to mount the pump
high. Having the pump above the reservoir is just not what you want in a misting system.
Here’s Why:
-You never have water available instantly when you need it. If you have the pump above
the reservoir you first need to suck up the water to the pump, then mist. Always gravity
feed and be ready to mist right away!
-All our nozzle tips contain a check valve, meaning that they will stop majority of the
dripping right at the nozzle after the misting. This is a great feature but makes it more
difficult for the pump to self prime when the pump is above the reservoir.
-Remember, the pump does not act as a valve. If you have the pump above the reservoir,
water from the lines can drain over the hours between spraying, leaving a pump full of
air. This makes it even more difficult (or impossible!) to self prime.
-Always, gravity feed water to the pump for years of worry free service!
WHY MISTKING OR JUNGLE HOBBIES LTD ?
We continually strive to perfect the products we sell. We don't use anything commonly available
as most copycats do. We stand behind our products 100%. Virtually everything is custom made
for us, starting with pumps, timer circuitry,
fittings, tubing etc. Our list of customers includes
major ZOOs, Universities, Botanical Gardens,
Institutions and Hobbyists around the world.
Many business owners recognize our constant
dedication to quality and distribute our products
all over the world. We offer ALL products directly
through MistKing.com. Should you ever be
dissatisfied with anything we do, please contact us directly. We simply do not accept anything
less than a 100% satisfaction.
DISSASSEMBLINGH THE NOZZLE OR FITTINGS
We already mentioned that all fittings and tubing can easily be removed. Never force them
apart, press on the collet (ring around the tubing) and pull gently while the ring is pressed.
Watch this video to see how it's done http://www.mistking.com/RemovingTubing.html
PROGRAMMING THE TIMER
We are constantly contacted regarding the
programming needs for your specific application. If
you’re misting plants or animals be sure to research
misting and humidity requirements in your favourite
online community. Keep an eye on things and
adjust your settings as needed. Remember to plug
in the timer, charge it for a few hrs and press reset
with a pen while plugged in. Then use the timer as
per the included instructions.
INSTALLING A MISTING SYSTEM
Now that you have learned how to properly use the nozzles, how to unlock the tubing or fittings,
here are the steps to put the misting system together.
STEP 1. Install the reservoir bulkhead, shown by the red arrow. For detailed instructions on
how to do install the bulkhead refer to BULKHEAD INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS further
down .
STEP 2. Identify which version of a misting system you have. Blue arrows identify the
direction of the water flow.
Version 1: Connect the reservoir bulkhead (A) to the pump (B) with a piece of tubing. Notice
the flow direction on the pump label. Never put the pump higher than the reservoir.
Version 2: Connect the reservoir bulkhead (A) to the manual ball valve (C), then connect the
valve to the input on the pump (B).
Version 3: If your system includes a ZipDrip valve (D), plug the male end of the ZipDrip "T"
into the pump (B) intake. Use a piece of tubing to connect the reservoir bulkhead (A) to the
manual ball valve (C) and then into the other end of the ZipDrip "T" as shown in the photo.
Please note that the output of the pump goes to the misting assemblies, then comes back into
the input of the ZipDrip forming a loop. (HINT: ZipDrip valve has a small arrow on the
underside showing flow direction)
STEP 3: Installing misting assemblies
We offer a multitude of misting assemblies that can be utilized for various applications.
Remember NEVER to touch the middle of the nozzle or unscrewing the nozzle tip. If you
received the assembly from us or a distributor assume that it works and you don't need to take
it apart. If you cannot get the system to produce fine mist, please re-read this manual.
Understand a proper way to set the system up is crucial. If you still can't get things working
please contact us. Send us few photos to make things easier.
Installing Most Common Value misting assembly. Similarly install other assemblies.
Value Misting Assemblies can be installed through a 5/8"
hole. Other assemblies may require different size holes. If
you're installing the assembly into a screen top we suggest
that you also purchase a screen top wedge to make
installation much easier (shown below). Carefully, take the
misting assembly apart, without ever forcing fittings out.
Feed the bulkhead through the hole. Install the top nut to hold
the misting assembly securely in place
Plug in the included fitting and push in the tubing to finish the
misting assembly install. You can connect multiple assemblies
together as needed. Remember to push the tubing in all the
way so it passes the rubber o-ring inside the fitting. If the
connection leaks, simply push it harder to ensure a proper seal.
If your misting assembly does not include a bulkhead and if
you're installing it in a greenhouse type environment, use 2
tubing clips to secure the tubing. Be careful not to install the
clips too close to the misting assembly as that may break the
seal causing dripping at the connection.
BULKHEAD RESERVOIR INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
Every system comes with hardware required to
convert any container into a reservoir.
Steps showing how to install the bulkhead
1. Select a reservoir that will fit into your setup.
Always a good idea to get one with a lid.
2. For STARTER and ULTIMATE systems drill a
9/16" hole for a very tight fit (for loose fit use 5/8"
bit). For an ADVANCED system based on larger
diameter tubing drill a 3/4" hole for very tight fit
(for loose fit use a 7/8" bit) about an inch from the
bottom.
Use tight fit for plastic buckets that you can force
the fitting into and use loose fit for hard containers
(ie. acrylic, glass)
3. Take the bulkhead and put the rubber o-ring
onto it so it sits tight against the non-moveable
side. Insert the bulkhead all the way, as far as it
will go, so the o-ring sits on the outside of the
container, squeezed between the bulkhead and the
container surface.
4. On the inside of the container, put the nut over
the bulkhead and hand tighten as much as you can.
Then use a wrench to gently turn half rotation.
There should be a small marked compression on
the o-ring. Remember, only slight! DO NOT over
tighten or you will skip the thread and possibly
damage the bulkhead.
5. Once you install the reservoir bulkhead it will
look like in the photo. Plug in a piece of tubing or a
plug into the newly installed reservoir bulkhead.
Test for leaks by filling up the container with water
and leaving it for 30min. Connection should be
completely water tight.
NOTE: if a leak develops between the reservoir and o-
ring - tighten the nut by quarter turn inside the
reservoir. If a leak develops when you insert tubing,
(between tubing and fitting) you probably didn't insert
the tubing far enough and it didn't pass and seal the
small o-ring inside the fitting. Insert further to fix and
remember never to force things apart.
SYSTEM WITHOUT ZIP DRIP
Systems that do not have a ZipDrip valve connected terminate with a final elbow misting
assembly or a T-misting assembly
that has been plugged. If you are
connecting a single or multiple
nozzles the idea will be the same.
For illustration purposes, we are
showing an install with 3 nozzles.
The instant when the pump stops,
the pressurized water inside the
tubing has nowhere to go and will
cause your nozzles to drip a little.
Once pressure drops where the
checkvalves in the nozzles can
engage, the nozzle will close and dripping will stop. Nozzles, will never drip for an extended
period of time after misting is done. Nevertheless you should expect more dripping than from a
system equipped with a ZipDrip valve.
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