MistAway Gen II User manual

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Gen II Tankless
Misting System
Operating Manual

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INSTALLATION GUIDE
1 Position the Gen II Unit 9 Drain the Internal Mixing Vessel
2 Install the Water Supply Line 10
Insert the Insecticide Cartridge
3 Connect to the Nozzle Circuit 11
Set the Remote Mist Duration
4 Connect the Electrical Power 12
Set the Manual Mist Duration
5 Set DST & the Date/Time 13
Program the Auto Mist Cycles
6 Set the Number of Nozzles 14
Program the Auto Mist Days
7 Program Remote Transmitter 15
Set the System Mode
8 Run the Initial Inspection Cycle 16
Run Initial Mist Cycle
APPENDICES
A Operating the Remote D Troubleshooting
B The Controller Menus E Interpreting “ERR” Error Conditions
C Frequently Asked Questions F Product Warranty

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This Installation Guide details the 16 steps needed to successfully install the MistAwayTM
Gen II Tankless Misting System.
During the installation process you will need to frequently navigate the Gen II’s digital controller.
To access the controller menu, simply press the gray “MENU” button on the controller. The
cursor, a small triangle, will start flashing on the left side of the controller window. Turn the
SELECT knob to align the cursor with the appropriate menu path and then push the SELECT
knob to enter that menu path.
Pressing “MENU” or the red “STOP” button will exit the menu path and return to the main screen.
1 Position the Gen II Unit
A. Select a suitable flat area for the MistAwayTM Misting System. The location should be:
In an area free from any localized flooding, and out of the spray arc of any sprinkler heads.
Within 12 feet of an electrical outlet with GFI protection
Within 25 feet of a hose bib or other water source.
oThe unit may be located greater than 25 feet from a water source; however,
additional tubing must be purchased.
oCare should be taken to avoid excessive water pressure drop over an extended
length of the tubing.
B. Remove the Gen II from the box, open the enclosure lid, and verify all components present.
C. The MistAwayTM Gen II Tankless Misting System Kit includes the following components:
oGen II Tankless Misting Unit
oRemote Transmitter
oScrew-on Remote Antenna
oHose Bib Adapter
o25’ of Black 3/8” Nylon Tubing
oTwo keys to the enclosure lid lock
D. Mount the unit on cement pavers or other solid, flat surfaces that provide a firm, level surface
to support the unit.

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2 Install the Water Supply Line
•Securely attach the supplied hose bib adapter to the nearest hose bib.
Ensure that the rubber washer inside the hose bib adapter did not separate from the
adapter during shipping.
•Connect the supplied 25 ft of 3/8" black nylon tubing to the push-to-connect fitting on the hose
bib.
•Run the 3/8" nylon tubing to the Gen II unit. It is recommended to bury the line inside of a PVC
pipe in order to prevent the line from being accidentally cut during yard maintenance.
Verify that the water flow rate at the Gen II unit is such that a 1 gallon jug can be filled in
45 seconds or less. A water flow less than 1 gallon per 45 seconds may cause
inaccuracies in the internal flow meter.
•Attach the 3/8" black nylon tubing line to the 3/8" push-to-connect fitting on the bulkhead
connections panel of the Gen II unit.
•Turn the water on at the hose bib and inspect the fittings and nylon tubing for leaks.
3 Connect to the Nozzle Circuit
•Connect the Gen II unit to nozzle circuit by attaching the ¼” nozzle circuit line to the ¼” push-to-
connect fitting on the Gen II connections panel.
•If the Gen II is equipped with a Zone Kit, connect the Zone 1 nozzle circuit to the upper ¼” push-
to-connect fitting, and connect the Zone 2 nozzle circuit to the lower ¼” bulkhead fitting
•Check valves and anti-siphon valves are not required when using the Gen II unit. The internal
solenoid valve prevents both siphoning and excessive nozzle circuit drain back
NOTE: If the first nozzle is located more than 30 ft from the Gen II unit, it is highly
recommended to run 3/8" tubing from the Gen II to the first nozzle in order to avoid
significant pressure loss in the line, and corresponding degradation in the quality of the
mist at distant nozzles.

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4 Connect the Electrical Power
•Connect the Gen II power cord to the nearest electrical outlet.
•NOTE: You must plug the Gen II power cord into a
GFI/GFCI protected outlet. The use of extension cords is
not approved by MistAway Systems, Inc.
•Open the Gen II lid and observe the LCD display. It should be
flashing "NO cAr" (i.e., No Cartridge) and display a time.
5 Set DST and the Date/Time
•Prior to setting the Date/Time you need to first set the Daylight
Savings Time indicator ON or OFF.
•Navigate to SET-UP 

DST.
•Push SELECT to set DST as ON or OFF.
•Press the MENU button when finished.
o"DST ON" would be the setting used in summer months.
•Next navigate to the DAY/TIME menu.
•Turn the SELECT knob to set the day of the week.
•Press SELECT again to set the hour, followed by the minutes.
•Press the MENU button when finished.
PM
LEVEL
PM
OFF
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6 Set the Number of Nozzles
•Navigate to SET-UP NOZ.
•Press SELECT while NOZ is flashing, and the number of
nozzles will start to flash.
•Turn the SELECT knob to set the number of nozzles in the
installation.
•Press the MENU button to exit.
•If the Gen II unit is equipped with a Zone Kit, you will instead need to navigate to NZ1, set the
number of nozzles in Zone 1, and then navigate to NZ2, and set the Number of nozzles in Zone
2
•The ZN1 and ZN2 functions may be used to turn Zone 1 and Zone 2 on/off.
7 Program Remote Transmitter
•Attach the provided antenna to the Gen II unit by screwing it to the connector on the top of the
Gen II enclosure lid.
•Remove the small, raised plastic cover on the back of the remote and randomly set the DIP
switches. A small nail, toothpick or safety pin works well.
•Changing the DIP switches from the standard position will minimize the possibility of interference
from other mosquito systems or garage door and gate transmitters.
•Navigate to SET-UP LRN and hold the SELECT button for 5 seconds.
•The system will begin a 30 second countdown. Hit any button on the remote until the display
changes to "DONE".
•The remote transmitter is now programmed to work with the Gen II.
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
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8 Run the Initial Inspection Cycle
•Use a flathead screwdriver to remove the small circular black plastic cover on the bulkhead
fittings panel. Insert the flathead screwdriver through this hole and locate the pump pressure
adjustment screw
•Navigate to the INS function on the MAINTENANCE
menu. INS will be flashing.
•Hold down the SELECT button to activate the Inspection
cycle
•The system will begin filling the internal reservoir with
fresh water. Use this opportunity to check for leaks in the
water line connection.
•Once the internal reservoir is filled with fresh water, the system will mist for 5 continuous
minutes, automatically refilling the mixing vessel as needed.
oNOTE: For very large installations, the system may stop before 5 minutes if the water
flow rate into the machine is less than the amount misting out. In general, however, if
the system stops prior to 5 minutes, there is likely a leak in the nozzle circuit.
•Use the flathead screwdriver to turn the pump pressure adjustment screw until the pressure
gauge reads 240 psi. Do NOT allow the system pressure to exceed 240 psi.
•Inspect the nozzle circuit for any leaks or clogged nozzles and correct as necessary.
•If a Zone Kit is installed in the Gen II, you will need to inspect
both zones.
•To inspect Zone 1, navigate to INS 1on the
MAINTENANCE menu and hold SELECT for 5 seconds.
•To inspect Zone 2, navigate to INS 2on the
MAINTENANCE menu and hold SELECT for 5 seconds.
•Ensure the pump pressure is set such that neither Zone 1 nor Zone 2 exceeds 240 psi
when misting.
9 Drain the Internal Mixing Vessel
•Once the inspection cycle is complete, the internal mixing vessel should be drained in order to
allow a full batch of insecticide mixture to be rebuilt.
•To Drain, navigate to MAINTENANCE DRN and hold the
SELECT button for 5 seconds.
•After a Warning duration of 30 seconds, the system will Drain
the contents of the mixing vessel through the nozzle circuit.
•If a Zone Kit is installed, the system will only drain the internal
reservoir through the Zone 1 nozzle circuit.
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10 Insert the Insecticide Cartridge
•Attach the smart cap to the cartridge (if not pre-attached)
•Place the cartridge in the cartridge tray area and guide the cartridge cap into the cartridge
coupler.
oThere is no need to depress the cartridge eject button
on the coupler when inserting a cartridge.
•If the system recognizes the cartridge as valid, the display will
flash "VENT".
•Unscrew the vent cap on the cartridge, puncture the foil seal (if present), and lightly reattach -
but do not tighten - the vent cap to the cartridge.
•Push the SELECT button to acknowledge that the cartridge has
been vented.
•The system should now display the cartridge level, the day of the
week, and the time of day.
11 Set the Remote Mist Duration
•Navigate to SET-UP 

REM.
•Push SELECT to enable the remote mist duration to be
changed.
•Turn the SELECT knob to set the remote mist duration.
•Press SELECT when complete (to enable navigation to MAN for
the next step).
12 Set the Manual Mist Duration
•Navigate to SET-UP 

MAN.
•Push SELECT to enable the manual mist duration to be
changed.
•Turn the SELECT knob to set the duration for mists triggered
by the MANUAL MIST button
•Press the MENU button when finished.
LEVEL
LEVEL
LEVEL
PM
OFF
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13 Program the Auto Mist Cycles
•Navigate to the CYCLES menu
•“C1” will be flashing, representing Auto Mist Cycle 1
•Press SELECT. The mist duration for Cycle 1 will be flashing.
•Turn the SELECT knob to set the Cycle 1 mist duration.
•Press SELECT again and set the Hour and then the Minute for
the mist time for Cycle 1.
•Once the hour and minutes are set, press SELECT again to flash “C1”.
•Turn the SELECT knob again to select cycles C2 through C12 and repeat the above procedure
to program each cycle as needed.
14 Program the Auto Mist Days
•Follow this step only if you need to program the system to auto mist on specific days of the
week. If the system should auto mist everyday, you may skip this step.
•Navigate to the CUSTOM PGM Menu.
•Turn the SELECT knob to select the day of the week you want
to turn ON or OFF for the auto mist cycles.
•Press SELECT and turn the SELECT knob to choose “ON” or
“OFF” for the selected day.
•Press SELECT to choose the next day to configure.
•In Step 15 you must set the System Mode to AUTO - CUSTOM PGM in order to have the Gen II
mist only on the selected days
•For the days set to “ON”, the system will follow the mist cycle schedule defined under CYCLES.
You cannot customize the mist times/durations for each day.
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15 Set the System Mode
•You now must activate the System by setting the System Mode. The System mode is displayed
along the top edge of the controller display.
•You may cycle through the four System Modes by pressing the green AUTO ON/OFF button.
•The four system modes are:
OFF
oSystem will NOT Auto Mist.
oRemote transmitter and Manual Mist button are DEACTIVATED.
oYou may INSPECT and DRAIN the system, however.
ON
oSystem will NOT Auto Mist.
oRemote transmitter and Manual Mist button are ACTIVATED.
AUTO – EVERYDAY (“AUTO” + 1st triangle)
oSystem will Auto Mist every day of the week.
oRemote transmitter and Manual Mist button are ACTIVATED.
AUTO – CUSTOM PGM (AUTO + 2nd triangle)
oSystem will Auto Mist only on the days of week that are set to “ON” under the
CUSTOM PGM menu.
oRemote transmitter and Manual Mist button are ACTIVATED.
16 Run Initial Mist Cycle
•Use the MANUAL MIST button or REMOTE to trigger a mist cycle. (The REMOTE mist does not
have a Warning period; the MANUAL MIST does).
•Since the internal mixing vessel was drained in Step 9, the system will rebuild a batch prior to
the initial mist. It may take up to 5-7 minutes to build a full batch.
•After the new batch is built, the system will execute the normal misting cycle.
•Once the batch has been rebuilt following the mist, the system will return to the “Ready” screen
with the Day and Time displayed.
oIf the system stops and flashes “ERR 2”, you have not set the number of nozzles. Hold
SELECT for 5 seconds to clear the error, and then execute Step 6.
oIf the display is flashing “SKIP”, you have accidentally hit the SKIP NEXT MIST button
on the Remote. Hold SELECT for 5 seconds to clear.
•Once a new batch has been built, and the system has returned to the Ready screen, verify the
system mode is correctly set, and use the provided keys to lock the enclosure lid.

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APPENDIX A - OPERATION OF THE REMOTE
MIST Button
Activates a Remote Mist for the duration defined under the
SET-UP menu.
A brief agitation cycle will precede the Remote Mist.
If a Zone Kit is installed, the system will mist both zones or
either zone, as defined in the SET-UP menu.
SKIP NEXT MIST Button
The SKIP NEXT MIST button enables the next programmed AUTO MIST to be skipped.
When SKIP NEXT MIST is activated, the controller display will flash “SKIP” and the external
LED on the system enclosure will flash slowly.
The Remote and Manual Mist button may still be used to trigger a mist while the system is
flashing SKIP.
Once the next programmed Auto Mist is skipped, the system will return to the normal display,
with the “sunshine” icon in the lower right corner of the display flashing to indicate the mist was
skipped.
You may only skip one mist at a time, i.e., pushing the SKIP NEXT MIST button multiple times
will not cause multiple AUTO MIST cycles to be skipped.
The SKIP NEXT MIST can only cleared by holding the SELECT knob on the system
control panel down for 5 seconds.
What’s an example of how to use the SKIP NEXT MIST function?
•The system is programmed to auto mist at 6:30 AM and 7:30 PM.
•The user has a party scheduled to start outside at 7:00 PM. The user doesn’t want the
system to mist during the party, but wants the system to mist prior to the guests’ arrival.
•At 6:30 PM the user presses the SKIP NEXT MIST button.
oThe user verifies a SKIP MIST has been set by ensuring that the controller
display is flashing “SKIP” or checking that the external LED indicator on the
enclosure is flashing slowly.
•The user then uses the Remote Mist to mist the yard immediately.
The system SKIPs the mist scheduled at 7:30 PM but executes the next auto mist cycle
scheduled for 6:30 AM the next day.
STOP MIST Button
The STOP MIST button stops any activity that the system is executing at the time “STOP MIST”
is pressed. Pressing STOP MIST is the same as pressing the “STOP” button on the controller.
MIST
STOP MIST
SKIP NEXT
MIST
MIST
STOP MIST
SKIP NEXT
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APPENDIX B – THE CONTROLLER MENUS
Enter and Exit the controller menus at any time by pressing the MENU button on the controller.
After pressing MENU, turn the SELECT knob to select the correct menu, and the push the
SELECT knob to enter that menu path.
DAY/TIME Menu
Sets the Day of the Week and the Time of Day.
CYCLES Menu
Configures the mist time and duration for each of the twelve possible Auto Mist Cycles
(C1 – C12).
CUSTOM PGM Menu
Configures the days of the week for Auto Misting in the AUTO-CUSTOM PGM mode.
SET-UP Menu
DST Turn Daylight Savings Time ON or OFF. (DST ON is the USA summer setting).
MAN Sets the duration for mists triggered by the Manual Mist button on the
Controller.
LRN
Programs system to recognize a specific Remote Transmitter. Hold down
SELECT for 5 seconds and then press the Remote Mist button. When the
system flashes DONE, remote is programmed.
REM Sets the duration for mists triggered by the Remote Transmitter.
NOZ Set the Number of nozzles in the circuit attached to the system. (No Zone Kit)
SEN Turn Sensor Package On/Off (For future use - No sensor package option
offered at this time)
NZ1 Set the Number of nozzles in Zone 1. (Systems with Zone Kit only)
NZ2 Set the Number of nozzles in Zone 2. (Systems with Zone Kit only)
ZN1 Enable or disable misting from Zone 1. (Systems with Zone Kit only)
ZN2 Enable or disable misting from Zone 2. (Systems with Zone Kit only)
MAINTENANCE Menu
DRN Drains the contents of the internal mixing vessel. If a zone kit is installed, the
system will drain through Zone 1 only. Hold SELECT for 5 seconds to trigger.
INS Inspect System – Mists for 5 minutes. Hold SELECT for 5 seconds to trigger
(No Zone Kit)
INS1 Inspect System – Zone 1 (Systems with Zone Kit only)
INS2 Inspect System – Zone 2 (Systems with Zone Kit only)

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DATA Menu
Note: TMC, TMM, RMC and MMC may be individually reset by holding SELECT for 5
seconds
DM Total Daily Mist - Number of seconds the unit has misted since midnight. Resets
at 12:00 AM each day.
MX Maximum Daily Mist - Maximum number of seconds the unit is permitted to mist
in a single day. This value is set from cartridge cap.
TMC Total Mist Cycles - Total number of mist cycles executed since TMC was last
reset. Includes AUTO, Manual, and Remote mists
TMM Total Mist Minutes - Total number of minutes the unit has misted since TMM
was last reset. Includes AUTO, Manual, and Remote mists.
RMC Remote Mist Cycles - Total number of Remote Mist cycles triggered since RMC
was last reset.
MMC Manual Mist Cycles - Total number of Manual Mist cycles triggered since MMC
was last reset.
TMH Total Mist Hours - Cumulative time that the machine has misted since
manufacture.
PRH Dosing Pump Run Hours - Cumulative time that the dosing pump has run since
manufacture.
A - J
Internal Data - Used for troubleshooting the system by a MistAway authorized
technician. If calling MistAway for technical support, please have this data at
hand.

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APPENDIX C - FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
This section of the Gen II Tankless Misting System Product Manual answers the most common
questions regarding System Operation, the Remote Transmitter, and Installation & Servicing
Procedures
Operating Questions
FAQ – OPS – 01 What does the flashing LED on the outside of the unit indicate?
FAQ - OPS – 02 What happens if power to the unit is turned off and back on?
FAQ – OPS – 03 Can I set unique Auto Mist Times/Durations for each day of the week?
FAQ - OPS - 04 There is a symbol that looks like a “sunshine” flashing in the lower right
corner of the display. What is it?
FAQ - OPS - 05 What happens if the water supply line to the unit is accidentally turned off?
FAQ - OPS - 06 Why does the Gen II keep building batches even when the cartridge looks
like it is empty?
FAQ - OPS - 07 You have “MX”, the Maximum Daily Mist value on the DATA menu, but the
value is very high. What is the purpose then of “MX”?
FAQ - OPS - 08 After the Gen II finishes misting, the display says “HOLd” for a short time,
and there are some strange noises. What is going on?
FAQ - OPS - 09 The agitation time seems OK for pyrethrum-based insecticides, but wouldn’t
essential oils/repellents need longer agitation?
Questions about the Remote Transmitter
FAQ – REM – 01 What does the SKIP NEXT MIST button on the remote do?
FAQ – REM – 02 I accidentally pressed SKIP NEXT MIST on the Remote. How do I clear it?
FAQ – REM – 03 If I press STOP MIST on the remote, does that set the Gen II SYSTEM
MODE to OFF?
FAQ – REM – 04 What if I press STOP MIST in the middle of the system building a batch?
Will the system recover properly?
FAQ – REM – 05 I have the optional Zone Kit installed. Can I use the Remote Transmitter to
trigger each zone individually?

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Questions about Installation & Servicing
FAQ – ISR – 01 Do I need to install a backflow preventer on the water supply line?
FAQ – ISR – 02 Why does this machine have to be plugged into an electrical circuit with GFI
protection?
FAQ – ISR – 03 Do I need to install a check valve or anti-siphon valve on the nozzle circuit
connected to the Gen II?
FAQ – ISR – 04 Is there a battery back-up for the clock that needs to be replaced?
FAQ – ISR – 05 Why do I have to set the Daylight Savings Time (DST) to ON or OFF?
FAQ – ISR – 06 When the system is agitating, the pump only shows about 90 psi. Is this
normal?
FAQ – ISR – 07 What is SEN ON/OFF for on the SET-UP menu? Is this for a wind sensor?
Where can I get one?
FAQ – ISR – 08 The installation instructions mention a zone kit. What is a zone kit, and how
do I know if I have one?
FAQ – ISR – 09 I need to move the unit. How do I empty the internal mixing vessel?
FAQ – ISR – 10 When the cartridge is empty, why can’t I just refill it and insert it back into
the unit?
FAQ – OPS - 01 What does the flashing LED light on the outside of the unit
indicate?
The LED is used to indicate the status of the system:
•SLOW FLASH (once per second) –
oA SKIP MIST has been triggered by the remote, or
oThe cartridge is empty, or
oThere is a mechanical error with the GEN II
•RAPID FLASH
oThe machine is about to mist and is either in the WARNING or AGITATE stage.
oNOTE: The machine will also RAPID FLASH during the AGITATE stage when
rebuilding a batch following a mist
•SOLID LIGHT
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FAQ – OPS - 02 What happens if the power to the unit is turned off and back on?
When electrical power is restored to the unit, the Gen II digital controller will reboot into the
same mode the unit was operating in prior to the power being turned off.
For example, if the unit was in AUTO-EVERYDAY mode prior to the power being turned off, it
will reboot into AUTO-EVERYDAY mode when the power is restored.
The controller features a “Super Capacitor” that stores enough electrical power to run the
internal clock for up to six weeks in the event power to the unit is turned off. There is no battery
for the clock.
All user defined settings, such as the Auto Mist Cycles, are permanently saved regardless of
whether or not the Gen II has electrical power.
FAQ – OPS - 03 Can I set unique Auto Mist Times/Durations for each day of the
week?
No. While you may use the CUSTOM-PGM menu to turn specific days of the week ON or OFF,
each day set to ON will mist according to the auto mist cycles defined under the CYCLES
menu. You cannot customize mist times for each day.
FAQ – OPS - 04 There is a symbol that looks like a “sunshine” flashing in the lower
right corner of the display. What is it?
The small “sunshine” indicates that the previous mist was skipped, for one of three reasons:
1. The user triggered a SKIP NEXT MIST with the remote, and the most recent auto mist
was skipped.
oThe next Auto Mist will be executed as programmed unless the user presses the
SKIP NEXT MIST button again.
2. The Maximum Daily Mist time has been reached
oOn the DATA menu, the “DM” and “MX” values represent the Total Daily Mist
(seconds) and the Maximum Daily Mist allowed
3. A weather or motion sensor blocked the previous auto mist.
FAQ – OPS - 05 What happens if the water supply to the unit is accidentally turned
off?
When the Gen II attempts to build the next batch, it will lock with an “ERR 4” indication.
Once the water pressure is restored, you may clear the ERR 4 indicator by holding the
SELECT button for 5 seconds. The Gen II will not clear this error automatically.

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FAQ – OPS - 06 Why does the Gen II keep building batches even when the cartridge
looks like it is empty?
There is still fluid in the tubing between the Cartridge coupler, the dosing pump, and the internal
mixing reservoir. The Gen II will continue to operate until this tubing is cleared.
When the Gen II determines the supply of cartridge fluid is completely exhausted, it will flash
“EMP cAr” in the display, and the external LED will flash slowly, indicating that the cartridge is
empty.
FAQ – OPS - 07 You have “MX”, the Maximum Daily Mist value on the DATA menu,
but the value is very high. What is the purpose then of “MX”?
The Maximum Daily Mist functionality is built into the machine in anticipation of future
regulatory requirements that will limit the amount of active ingredient a system may disperse in
a given day.
The value for the Maximum Daily Mist is programmed into the smart cap on the cartridge, and
thus can be adjusted as regulations are changed. At present the value will be set high enough
so that misting is not restricted.
How does it work? Let’s say an Auto Mist is scheduled at 7:00 AM for 60 seconds, and another
Auto Mist is scheduled at 7:30 PM for 60 seconds. The remote mist duration is 60 seconds as
well. The Maximum Daily Mist is set, by the smart cap, for 180 seconds.
In this example, the system mists normally at 7 AM, adding 60 seconds to the DM (Daily Mist)
value, as displayed in the DATA menu.
At 3:00 PM, a remote mist is triggered. DM now will equal 120 seconds.
At 7:30 PM, the second Auto Mist occurs.
The total Daily Mist is now 180 seconds, which equals the Maximum Daily Mist value of 180
seconds.
At 9:00 PM, another remote mist triggered.
However, since the Maximum Daily Mist was reached after the second Auto Mist at 7:30 pm,
the system will not permit a mist. Instead, it will simply activate the “flashing sunshine” symbol
in the bottom right corner of the display, indicating that the mist was skipped.
The Daily Mist variable will reset to 0 seconds upon the change of day at 12:00 AM.
If the optional Zone Kit is installed, and both Zones are active, the Daily Mist value will only be
incremented by the duration of a single mist – not two.
The purpose of Maximum Daily Mist is to limit the duration each nozzle in an installation can
mist in a single day.

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FAQ – OPS - 08 After the Gen II finishes misting, the display says “HOLd” for a
short time, and there are some strange noises. What is going on?
The Gen II features an internal Mist/Agitate solenoid valve that directs the pump flow either
back into the internal reservoir (to mix and agitate the solution), or out through the nozzle
circuit.
When the Gen II is not misting, the solenoid valve is closed to the nozzle circuit in order to
prevent siphoning of the internal mixing reservoir.
However, immediately after the mist finishes, and the pump has stopped, the Gen II keeps the
solenoid valve open to the nozzle circuit for a period of 15 seconds in order to enable the
nozzle circuit pressure to rapidly bleed off through the internal pressure control valve. This
action ensures that the nozzles close rapidly, minimizing any dripping. The noise the machine
makes during the “HOLD” is the pressure bleeding off through the internal pressure control
valve.
Once the system has depressurized the nozzle circuit, the solenoid valve is closed to the
nozzle circuit.
FAQ – OPS - 09 The agitation time seems OK for pyrethrum-based insecticides, but
wouldn’t essential oils/repellents need longer agitation?
The agitation time is set by the smart cap on the cartridge. Different cartridges will have
different agitation times depending on the repellent/insecticide being dispersed.
FAQ – REM - 01 What does the SKIP NEXT MIST button on the remote do?
Please refer to Appendix A - “Operating the Remote”.
FAQ – REM - 02 I accidentally pressed SKIP NEXT MIST on the remote. How do I
clear it?
Hold down the SELECT button on the controller for 5 seconds.
The remote cannot be used to clear a SKIP MIST.
FAQ – REM - 03 If I press “STOP MIST” on the remote, does that set the Gen II
system mode to OFF?
No. When STOP MIST is pressed on the remote, or the STOP button is pressed on the
controller, the system simply halts whatever current activity it is executing, be it misting,
agitating, filling, etc. The system mode remains unchanged.