Netafim Orbia GrowSphere MAX User manual

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GrowSphere™MAX
Irrigation & Fertigation Controller
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Table of Contents
Safety
`Safety Overview
`Safety Conventions
`Safety Instructions
Quick Start
`Configuration
`Installation
`Operation
Introduction
`System Overview
`Typical Connection
Layout
`Cabinet Review
`Controller Modules
`CPU Module
`EC/pH Unit
Installation
`Mounting GrowSphere™
`Connecting to the CPU
`Connecting RTUs
`Connecting Digital Inputs
`Connecting Dosing
Outputs
`Connecting Digital
Outputs
`Connecting Analog
Inputs
`Connecting EC/pH Units
Controller
Configuration
`Getting Started
`Dashboard Overview
`Defining System
Preferences
`Configuring Components
`Configuring Dosing
Settings
`Defining Alert Settings
Controller
Operation
`Managing Irrigation
Programs
`Managing Fertilizer
Dosing
`Managing Alerts
`Viewing Logs
`Resetting Accumulation
`System Testing
`Monitoring Irrigation
Technical
Specifications
CAUTION:
Read the Safety instructions before
installing or using the GrowSphere™ system.
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1. Safety
1.1 Safety Overview
Netafim congratulates you on purchasing the GrowSphere™system. GrowSphere™system is
a family of hardware, software and cloud products designed and developed for the planning,
management and monitoring of irrigation and nutrigation.
1.1.1 Intended Audience and How to Use This Manual
This document is the user-manual of the GrowSphere™system. It describes basic operation
and maintenance of the system. Stay updated with the online versions.
1.1.2 Contact for support
This manual offers a full explanation of operation, maintenance and troubleshooting
procedures of the GrowSphere™system. However, in any case you need additional support,
contact your Netafim™ local representative.
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1.2 Safety Conventions
The symbols used in this manual refer to the following:
NOTE
Contains instructions aimed at emphasizing certain aspect of the operation of the
system or installation.
CAUTION
Contains instructions aimed at preventing unwanted system operation, installation or
conditions that, if not followed, might void the warranty.
WARNING
Contains instructions aimed at preventing bodily injury or direct damage to the
crops, the automation system and/or the infrastructure.
ATTENTION
Contains instructions aimed at enhancing the efficiency of usage of the instructions in
the manual.
ACID HAZARD
Contains instructions aimed at preventing bodily injury or direct damage to the crops
and/or the irrigation system in the presence of acid.
ELECTRICAL HAZARD
Contains instructions aimed at preventing bodily injury or direct damage to the
irrigation system components in the presence of electricity.
SAFETY FOOTWEAR
Contains instructions aimed at preventing foot injury.
WARNING
Contains instructions aimed at preventing damage to health or bodily injury in the
presence of nutrients, acid or chemicals.
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1.3 Safety Instructions
zAll safety regulations must be applied.
zUse only approved accessories specified by Netafim™ for the GrowSphere™equipment.
Failure to do so may result in the system operating in a dangerously unsafe condition.
zUnauthorized modification of the product will negate the approval rating of the product
and the warranty.
zProtection provided by the equipment can be impaired if the equipment is used in a
manner other than that specified by the manufacturer.
1.3.1 Electrical Safety Precautions
Electrical installation, maintenance and troubleshooting procedures must be performed by
an authorized electrician only.
1.3.2 Overhead Power Lines
WARNING
In an agricultural environment - always wear protective footwear.
WARNING
When installing GrowSphere™units, care must be taken:
zInsure there is always clear space from overhead power lines.
zDo not erect any pole and associated GrowSphere™unit if power lines are in the
vicinity.
zCheck with your relevant authority as to the clearances from power lines
required in your region.
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1.3.3 Batteries
zUse only Netafim™ approved batteries on the GrowSphere™equipment.
zThe GrowSphere™system uses lithium acid batteries as a power source. Do not
puncture the battery. If a battery is found to be punctured take caution in handling the
battery and avoid contact with the corrosive material in the battery.
zAll batteries can cause property damage and/or bodily injury, such as burns. Prevent
contact between the terminals of a battery and objects made of conductive material
(jewelry, keys, tools etc.). Failure to do so may cause a short circuit and generate
significant heat. Exercise care in handling any charged battery, particularly when
placing it inside a container (toolbox) amidst metal objects.
zAlways dispose of a used battery in a responsible manner - in the intended places for
battery recycling.
zBatteries should never be put in a fire because they could explode.
zIt is important not to dispose of large numbers of alkaline batteries in a group. Used
batteries are often not completely dead. Grouping used batteries together can bring
these live batteries into contact with one another, allowing their charge to be released
which could create safety risks.
1.3.4 Wireless radiation/RF radiation
The GrowSphere™system meets the local RF regulations of every country and state.
The system is supplied with the proper documentation to be submitted to the
local authorities, such as Ministry of Communication, Customs, or any other
governmentalagency.
WARNING
Radio frequency fields near antennas may exceed FCC rules for human exposure.
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1.3.5 Thunderstorms
If the area is known to be prone to thunderstorms, GrowSpheres™installed in the fields, may
attract lightning discharge, as they are the highest object in the vicinity.
In such case it is recommended to install a lightning rod in the GrowSpheres™vicinity.
A lightning rod is a metal rod installed on a pole and grounded.
The lightning rod should be the highest object in the vicinity in order to properly attract the
lightning discharge and direct it safely into the ground.
1.3.6 Working at height
To prevent fatalities or major injuries, all safety measures regarding work at height must be
observed.
Without limiting the foregoing:
zAvoid work at height whenever possible.
zAs much work as possible should be done from the ground (whenever possible: mount
the unit on the pole, wire it and then erect the fully equipped pole into position).
WARNING
Mounting the base unit and routers and erecting poles might require working at height.
If work at height cannot be avoided:
zAll work at height must be properly planned, supervised and carried out by competent,
trained and experienced personnel, authorized by the local safety authority.
zMake sure equipment used for work at height is certified by the local standards authority,
well maintained and inspected regularly.
zAvoid standing on fragile surfaces such as shingle or asbestos cement roofs.
zFor the entire duration of work at height a person should be present on the ground,
constantly keeping eye-contact with the workers at height, ready to assist them when
needed.
zWhen working at height make sure that nobody is standing under you.
zMake sure the surface, scaffold or ladder used are stable and strong enough to support the
worker’s weight and that of the equipment.
zAlways wear a harness and make sure it is correctly anchored to a stable element.
zAlways use tools designed for work at height and make sure that they are secured in a
basket preventing them from falling.
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2. Quick Start
This chapter quickly reviews the common routines of the controller. We will guide you through three major tasks; while in task, you will have a few steps:
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Configuration Installation Operation
Mounting the Controller
Connecting the Devices
Configuring the Alarm Settings
Testing the Devices
Configuring Dosing Recipe
Managing Irrigation Programs
Defining Shifts
Allocating Recipe to Program
Allocating Shifts to Program
Monitoring the Irrigation
Getting Started
Defining System Preferences
Configuring the Valves
Defining the System Devices
Configuring the Devices
Configuring Local I/O
Configuring Remote I/O
Displaying Wiring Diagram
Defining Dosing Channels Setup
Configuring General Dosing Settings
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2.1 Configuration
Getting Started
Perform the following steps to power on and login to the controller:
APower the Controller
Verify that the GrowSphere™is
connected to power.
BSwitch on the Controller
Turn the main switch to ON.
CTap the Home button
P
N
GND
A
B
C
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E
F
FSelect the Relevant Section
Use the toolbar to navigate to the
relevant section.
EThe SCADA screen opens
DTap the relevant Main Line
The controller is initiated and the
Home page is displayed.
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Defining System Preferences
Perform the following steps to define the general controller preferences:
ATap the Conguration button
The Sub-menu opens.
BSelect Preferences and type
your credentials
CType your credentials
DDene the General preferences
More >
EDene the Mainline Denitions
More >
FDene the Mainline Delays
These are optional delay settings for
the water.
More >
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Defining the System Devices
Perform the following steps to define the devices that are part of the irrigation system:
ATap the Conguration Button
The Sub-menu opens.
CSelect the Conguration Tab
DDene the Number of Valves in
the System
Type the total amount of valves that
will be connected to the controller.
EDene Mainline Devices
Select all the mainline devices that will
be connected to the controller.
E
D
C
A
NOTE:
Need to define all the devices that are part
of the hydraulic model regardless if they are
connected locally or remotely.
B
BSelect Settings and type
your credentials
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Configuring the Devices
Perform the following steps to configure the devices:
NOTE:
zIn each tab you will find the relevant device parameters.
zIf the system used remote I/O, first configure the remote I/O.
ADene Pump Station
Select the Pump Station tab and
configure the parameters.
More >
BDene Filter Station
Select the Filter Station tab and
configure the parameters.
More >
CDene Dosing Station
Select the Dosing Station tab and
configure the parameters.
More >
DDene Other Devices
Select the Other Devices tab and
configure their parameters.
More >
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Configuring the Valves
Perform the following steps to configure the valves:
C
B
A
ASelect the Valves Tab
The system displays a row for each of
the valves defined in the Configuration
tab.
BDene the Valve Names
The system creates each valve with a
default name. You can edit this name
to make it more meaningful.
CDene the Valve Parameters
Define the nominal flow rate and the
area irrigated by each of the valves.
More >
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Configuring Local I/O
Allocating Digital Outputs and Inputs
The system displays all digital outputs according to the Controller configuration. Perform the
following steps to assign the relevant device to the digital output that it will be connected to:
ATap the Local I/O Tab
BTap the Digital Output Tab
More >
CSelect the Relevant Device Type
The list includes all defined devices
that can be connected to this
controller module.
DDevice is Added
The system adds the next available
device of the selected type that was
not assigned yet.
EContinue Allocating Devices
Complete allocating all the devices.
FDene Digital Inputs
Tap the Digital Input tab and define
the digital inputs using similar method:
More >
A
C
B
D
F
NOTE:
If the system includes remote I/O, first
allocate the remote I/O, see Configuring
Remote I/O.
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Allocating Analog Inputs
Perform the following steps to allocate the relevant sensors to the analog inputs module:
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ATap the Analog Input Tab
BSelect the Relevant Sensor Type
The option box displays all defined
analog sensor types.
CDene the Sensor Parameters
Define the sensor range and its
corresponded readings.
DContinue Adding the Rest of the
Sensors
More >
A
B
C
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Configuring Remote I/O
Before allocating the remote I/O, export the hydraulic models to the controller and define the
mainline configuration.
Allocating SingleNet and RadioNet
Perform the following steps to allocate the SingleNet or the RadioNet to the devices:
ATap the Communication Tab
BTap the Remote Allocations
Tab
Select the RTU type
C
Tap Start Allocation
D
Select the method to allocate
the devices
More >
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Allocating NetIoT (Gateway)
Perform the following steps to allocate the NetIoT to the devices:
ATap the Communication Tab
BTap the Remote Allocations
Tab
Select NetIoT (Gateway) Allo-
cation
C
Dene Gateway ID
D
Select the method to allocate
the devices
E
Tap Allocate GW
More >
F
D
F
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Displaying Wiring Diagram
Perform the following steps to display the wiring diagram that shows what device is connected to which I/O:
ASelect Wiring Diagram
BWiring Information is Displayed
The diagram shows how to connect
devices wires to the terminals of the
I/O modules.
A
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Defining Dosing Channels Setup
Perform the following steps to define the operation of the dosing channels:
ATap the Dosing Button
BTap Channel Settings
Enable the Dosing Channel
Select the check-box to enable the
relevant dosing channels.
C
Dene the Dosing Channel
Select the type of pump and define
the minimal and nominal channel
flow.
D
Adjust the Dosing Channel
(optional)
It is possible to adjust the parameters
used to control the channel.
More >
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