Nutriculture TWIN AMAZON User manual

TWIN AMAZON
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Place the nutrient tank in position
making sure that it is level. Fill with water to the
maximum level indicator (100 litres). Place
both the chambers into position with the
lowest drain points at either end of the tank.
The Twin Amazon delivery assembly kits are
packed fl at. Turn the side arms at the blue
elbow joints so the sprinklers point up.
Turn the centre bar so the pump connector
points down. The arrows in the sprinklers
should also be pointing straight up.
Fit the strainer and foam fi lter to the pump
inlet. Make sure the pump outlet is at 90
degrees to the main body of the pump. Move
the foot and sucker to the bottom of the pump
so the pump outlet is upright.
Place both delivery assemblies in position
with the side arms resting on the raised
grooves in each chamber base.
Feed the pump connectors through the holes
in each base into the nutrient tank.
Fit the pump outlet to the connector in
the middle of the T bar. It is a tight fi t and
may require some force. Attach the pump
connector on each delivery system to each
end of the T bar. You will probably need to lift
both chamber bases slightly to put the pump
into position. Secure it to the bottom of the
nutrient tank with the rubber sucker.
Place each chamber lid into position.
Plug the pump in to test, look through
several holes to ensure that all 4 sprinklers are
working correctly in each chamber.
Slide the tank cover in place to exclude light
from the nutrient solution.
Carefully place your young plants in the holes
(they should already be in net pots). If they
have dangling roots (i.e. have been raised
in an aeroponic propagator) turn them while
inserting, this will guide the roots through
without damaging them.
Add a fully balanced hydroponic nutrient
according to the nutrient label instructions or
growing schedule. Turn on the pump and top
up your nutrient tank every few days.
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PLACE THE TWIN AMAZON IN POSITION
Ensure that the Twin Amazon is placed on a level surface. If placed on a bench ensure that the base
of the tank is adequately supported and that the bench can support the weight of the Twin Amazon
when full.
FILL THE TANK
We recommend that you fi ll your reservoir with clean water (no nutrient) up to the maximum level in-
dicator, 2-3 days before transplanting. This allows the water temperature to rise to room temperature
and also allows time for chlorine to escape from tap water.
SETTING UP THE SPRINKLER SYSTEM AND FITTING SUBMERSIBLE PUMP
The sprinkler system is supplied fl at-packed. Before attempting to place it into the Twin
Amazon, it is necessary to open out the pipe work as shown in step 2. Check that all
sprinklers are set to maximum fl ow as described in step 2.
The pump supplied is a Maxi Jet MJ 1000 (please keep pump instructions for future
reference). The pump fi ts comfortably on the base of the tank in the “SIDE DOWN” position. Before
use, turn the impellor housing 90° and fi t suckers to the side panel as shown in step 3. Start pump
and check that all sprinklers have 360° coverage. For pump maintenance see pump instructions.
ADD NUTRIENTS ACCORDING TO LABEL INSTRUCTIONS
Volumes for all Twin Amazon systems = 100 Litres / 22 Gallons
ADJUSTING ACIDITY
Use the pH test kit in accordance with the instructions provided.
GUIDANCE FOR PLANTING OUT TO THE TWIN AMAZON
Raise plants from seed as usual, or for best results use a Nutriculture aeroponic propaga-
tor. Only plants with healthy white roots on the outside of the propagation material should be
transplanted. Propagation block should fi t inside the mesh pots. If no propagation material is used
ensure abundant white roots on the cutting before transplanting.
Transplants from a Nutriculture Aeroponic propagator will transplant directly without
removing the mesh pot. Take care not to damage trailing roots during transplanting.
Transplants produced in other propagation units will need to be placed in the mesh pots
provided before being introduced to the Twin Amazon.
MAINTENANCE
There are no daily tasks associated with the Twin Amazon. In most areas frequent checking and
adjusting will not be necessary, however at fi rst check acidity frequently so that you get to know
your Twin Amazon.
TOPPING UP WITHOUT AN EC METER
As the plant takes up water and nutrients, top up the Twin Amazon as required with nutrient solution at
half the strength of the recommended dose rate. Change the solution completely about once per month.
TOPPING UP WITH AN EC METER
Top up with water only, allow one hour for new water to mix with old solution, then check the EC of
the solution and add nutrients to bring the EC back to target EC. Change the solution completely
about once per month.
EMPTYING THE TWIN AMAZON
Switch off the pump. Remove the delivery tube from the pump, fi t the emptying tube onto
the pump outlet and arrange so that the tube delivers the solution to waste. It is not neces-
sary to drain the Twin Amazon absolutely dry. We recommend that as much waste solution as
possible is drained off. The remnants may be soaked up with a sponge.
USED SOLUTION
Used hydroponic solution can be disposed of in the garden where it will be benefi cial to
outdoor plants.
SUBMERSIBLE HEATERS
Lay the heater on the base of the tank. Heater must remain submerged at all times.
USEFUL HINTS: THE MOST COMMON CAUSES FOR
POOR GROWTH
A) Plants placed in chamber far too early - ensure only
strong healthy transplants are used.
B) Heavy handedness with acid. Please be careful not
to add too much. The acid provided is concentrated
and it is always better to add too little rather than
too much.
C) Incorrect nutrient dose used.
KIT CONTENTS
COMPLETE KITS - supplied in kit box BASIC KITS - components supplied bagged
1 x Tank
2 x Chamber
2 x Lid (either 4 pot, 8 pot or 16 pot)
1 x Tank cover
1 x MJ 1000 pump
1 x Sponge fi lter
1 x Delivery system
Mesh pots (either 8, 16 or 32)
1 x Tank
2 x Chamber
2 x Lid (either 4 pot, 8 pot or 16 pot)
1 x Tank cover
1 x MJ 1000 pump
1 x Sponge fi lter
1 x Delivery system
Mesh pots (either 8, 16 or 32)
1 x 125ml phosphoric acid
1 x pH test kit
1 x Emptying tube
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