FarmTek FodderPro 2.0 Micro System Manual

111628M FodderPro 2.0

Micro System

"...grow your own nutrient-rich fodder..."

*Actual system may differ slightly from what is shown.

Revision date: 09.25.18

Important Information

READ THIS DOCUMENT BEFORE YOU BEGIN

Thank you for purchasing the 111628M FodderPro 2.0 Micro System. When properly assembled and maintained, this product will provide years of reliable service. This guide includes important information needed to safely assemble and maintain the system. Read these instructions before you begin.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

• Wear eye protection.

• Wear gloves when handling metal tubes.

• Use a portable GFCI (Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter) when working with electric power tools and cords.

REQUIRED TOOLS

The following list identifies the main tools needed to assemble the fodder system. Additional tools and

supports may be needed.

• Tape measure and marker

• Variable speed drill (cordless with extra batteries works best) and drill bit set with a 9/32" & 7/16" bit.

• Small hammer and gloves

• PVC Tube Cutting Tool

• Level 2' (or longer)

• Wrench set or adjustable wrenches

• Socket Set with Ratchet

• Straight Screw Driver

• 1-3/8" hole saw bit for the drain manifold—Step Bit recommended.

• Adjustable pliers

• 5/8" nut driver (or 5/8" socket)

• Ladder or work platform to work at the height of the fodder system frame.

ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE

Following the instructions as presented will help ensure the proper assembly of your fodder system. This manual describes how to assemble a single 111628M FodderPro 2.0 Micro System.

The steps outlining the assembly process are as follows:

1. Verify that all parts are included in the shipment. Notify customer service for questions or concerns.

2. Read these instructions and all additional documentation included with the shipment before you begin.

3. Gather the tools and assistants.

4. For best results, assemble the components in the order they are presented in these instructions.

UNPACK AND IDENTIFY PARTS

The following steps will ensure that you have all the necessary parts before you begin assembly.

1. Unpack the contents of the shipment and place where you can easily inventory the parts. Refer to the Bill of Materials/Spec Sheets.

2. Verify that all parts listed on the Bill of Materials/Spec Sheets are present. If anything is missing or you have questions, consult the Pictorial Parts Guide and all diagrams for clarification, or contact Customer Service.

QUICK START GUIDE

For a quick overview of this product and its components, consult the Quick Start Guide at the back of these instructions.

ELECTRICAL WARNING

Fodder frame is metal and will conduct electricity! Exercise caution if working around or on the frame with electric power tools. Use cordless,

battery-power tools.

CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED ELECTRICAL TECHNICIAN WHEN INSTALLING ANY PUMPS, ARTIFICIAL LIGHTING, OR OTHER ELECTRICALLY POWERED ACCESSORIES.

OPEN SYSTEM

The 111628M FodderPro 2.0 Micro System is an open system, which means that the water is not recycled for use in the fodder system. Unlike a closed system where the water is stored in a reservoir and recycled, the open system requires a water source and a drain to accept the unused water. The unused water can be recycled for use in other applications such as watering other plants; however, to promote healthy fodder growth, it is not recommended for reuse in the fodder system.

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Connecting a Stand-Alone Unit to a 3/4" Main Supply Line

The 111628M FodderPro 2.0 Micro System includes all the components to assemble the main fodder frame, 6' channels, drain manifold, and supply manifold. Additional components needed for the system are not included and require an additional purchase. These components—required, recommended, and optional—are noted in the diagram below. Contact your sales representative for additional information and to purchase the additional components.

Consult the services of an electrician and/or professional contractor during assembly and when attaching the main water supply line to the fodder system. The diagram below shows the basic items needed to supply and control the water to the fodder system.

ATTENTION: Stand-Alone System: Connect the main water supply to the top or bottom of the supply manifold. Diagram below shows a bottom connection.

WF2990 Slip Cap

NOTE: The 3/4" WF3311 ball valve connected to the 3/4" main water supply line and the WF2990 slip cap connected to the top of the supply manifold are included with the fodder kit.

Timer

(required)

Additional Requirements for this Open System:

• Floor Drain (or method to manage unused water)

• Level, solid surface to support assembled fodder system

• Light Source–natural or artificial or a combination of both

• Electricity

• Water Source

Electrical Power

(required)

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3/4" PVC Pipe and Fittings

(required–additional purchase)

Pressure Gauge

(required)

Coupler for

Solenoid

(required)

maintenance

(recommend)

Water Meter

(optional)

5 0

psi

Pressure

Regulator

WF3311

3/4" Main Shut-Off

Ball Valve (included)

Water

Source

(required)

PICTORIAL GUIDE

The following graphics and photos will help identify the different parts of the fodder system. (Some parts may not be shown.) Quantity when noted is in ( ) following the stock number.

Important Information

111907

FA4482B

Tek Screw

FALB04B 3/8"

Nuts (6)

112502 Carriage Bolt (8)

FALB08B Nut (16)

FAME09B Flat

Washer (16)

FA4472B (6)

Tek Screw

100441 (2) Nut Setter 100442 (1) Nut Setter

Components for hanger brackets: FAK26 threaded rods (2), 111907 conduit hangers (2), and FALB04B nuts (3 per bracket assembly).

ATTENTION: Drill the mounting hole in the 111907 hanger bracket to 7/16" if needed to accept the 3/8" threaded rod. Exercise caution. Clamp the hanger bracket in a vice before drilling!

111906 1" Sammy

for 3/8" Threaded rod (2)

(12) S15P048 @ 48" (16) S15P027 @ 27"

104625 (4)

111485 (16)

104626 (2)

104627 (8)

(2) 111628A @ 55 3/4" drilled (End Frame)

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PICTORIAL GUIDE (continued)

Important Information

106808 (3) WF3311 (1) 3/4" Ball Valve

111029 (16)

End Cap w/ Outlet

105794

111560 (30') 2" PVC

111030 (16)

End Cap No Outlet

WF6682 (16)

112509 (3)

Adhesive

WF6717 (9) 2" Slip Caps

WF2990 (1) 3/4" Slip Cap

WF6990

PVC Cement

and

113372 Purple

Primer

PVC PRIMER & PVC CEMENT

Follow all directions printed on pvc primer and cement containers. Purple color of primer does not fade! Use caution during application to reduce spills and over application at joints.

111822 (1)

Seed Spreader

111303 Seed

Screen (16)

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Prime all joints before assembly.

107651 Bucket (2) and 111041 Soaker Bag (2)

Important Information

SPECIAL NOTES AND CAUTIONS

The support frame for the 111628M FodderPro 2.0 Micro System is designed to save assembly time and to better serve your growing needs. Before you begin, read the information that follows.

CAUTION!

DO NOT CLIMB ON FRAME!

TO PREVENT INJURY AND POSSIBLE DAMAGE TO THE FODDER SYSTEM AND RELATED COMPONENTS, NEVER CLIMB ON THE ASSEMBLED OR PARTIALLY ASSEMBLED FRAME.

NEVER USE THE FRAME ENDS AS A LADDER TO REACH THE UPPER LEVEL OF THE FODDER FRAME!

ALWAYS POSITION THE FODDER CHANNELS ON THE DIFFERENT LEVELS IN A WAY THAT EVENLY DISTRIBUTES THE WEIGHT. NEVER LOAD ALL HEAVY CHANNELS ON ONE SIDE OR ON THE TOP LEVEL OF THE ASSEMBLED FRAME. ALWAYS PLACE HEAVY CHANNELS ON THE LOWER LEVELS ON EACH SIDE OF THE FRAME.

NEVER REMOVE MATURE FODDER FROM CHANNELS ON ONE SIDE OF THE FRAME ONLY. ALTERNATE FROM SIDE TO SIDE TO MAINTAIN EVEN WEIGHT ON THE FRAME WHEN HARVESTING FODDER.

AFTER FRAME SLOPE IS SET, ANCHOR THE BASE RAIL OF EACH FRAME END TO THE CONCRETE USING ANCHOR BOLTS WHEN POSSIBLE. PURCHASE BOLTS LOCALLY OR CALL YOUR SALES REPRESENTATIVE FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.

CONSULT THE SERVICES OF A QUALIFIED CONTRACTOR FOR OTHER WAYS TO ANCHOR YOUR SYSTEM WHEN IT IS NOT POSITIONED ON CONCRETE.

ATTENTION: CONSULT ALL DIAGRAMS AND THOSE NEAR THE

BACK OF THIS GUIDE TO IDENTIFY CRITICAL DIMENSIONS, PART NUMBERS, AND PART LOCATIONS FOR THE FODDER FRAME.

Diagram above shows the end frame for your 111628M

FodderPro 2.0 Micro System.

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Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Base Tubes with Adjustable Levelers

Consult the Quick Start section of this guide for an overview of the system and additional diagrams. Gather the parts and complete the steps that follow to assemble the two end frames.

Required parts for base tubes and levelers:

• (2) 104626 3-Way Connectors

• (2) 111628A Square Tube (drilled) for end base rails

• (8) 112502 carriage bolts, (16) FAME09B flat washers, & (16) FALB08B nuts

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

ATTENTION: Install Tek screws as shown for best results and a uniform appearance. Review all diagrams for clarification.

Complete these steps:

1. Take the carriage bolts, nuts, and flat washers and assemble as shown in Figure 1.

2. Assemble the two end base rails as shown in Figure 2. The 3-way connector should be loose between the levelers at this time.

3. Locate the center of each 3-way connector and mark with a pencil or marker.

4. Align the center mark on each connector with the center of the base rail and secure the connector to the base rail as shown in Figure 3.

5. Continue by installing the vertical frame tubes.

FA4482B Tek

104626

3-Way

Connector

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FIGURE 1: Assemble levelers as shown. FIGURE 2: Assemble base rails as shown. The 3-way connector

is loose at this point. Levelers should be finger-tight to allow for adjustments once the system is assembled and in position.

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FIGURE 3: Center the connector on the base rail and secure using two (2) FA4482B Tek screws.

Screw

Mark the center of connector.

Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Support Frames

Gather the parts and complete the steps that follow to assemble the two (2) support frames.

Required parts for each support frame:

• (1) Assembled base rail (from previous page)

• (4) 104627 4-Way Connectors

• (1) S15P048 Square Tube (plain) for vertical support

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

ATTENTION: Install Tek screws as shown for best results and a uniform appearance. Review all diagrams for clarification.

Complete these steps:

1. Take the S15P048 tube and slide one 4-way connector onto one end. Slide the end of the tube into the 3-way connector of the base rail and secure using two (2) Tek screws (Fig 1).

FIG. 3

2. Using the diagram to the right, position the 4-way connector as shown and secure to the vertical tube using two (2) Tek screws (Fig. 2).

3. Move to the top of the vertical tube and slide three (3) more 104627 connectors onto the tube (Fig. 3).

4. Using the diagram to the right and in the Quick Start section, space each connector on the tube and secure using two (2) Tek screws (Fig. 4).

5. Repeat the steps to assemble the remaining support frame.

6. Continue with the next procedure.

FIG. 1

FIG. 2

FIG. 4

S15P048

FA4482B Tek Screws

9-3/4" between connectors.

8" between connectors. This level only.

Assembled Base Rail with Levelers

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Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Attach Support Arms (End Frames)

Gather the parts and complete the steps that follow to attach the support arms to the assembled end support frames.

Required parts:

• (2) Assembled end support frames (from previous page). These include

the longer 111628A base rail.

• (16) S15P027 Square Tube (plain) for support arms

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

ATTENTION: Install Tek screws as shown for best results and a uniform appearance. Review all diagrams for clarification.

Complete these steps:

1. Position one end support frame on a flat surface.

2. Slide one S15P027 square tube into the lower 4-way connector and secure it in place using an FA4482B Tek screw.

3. Repeat this process to attach all remaining support arms to complete the first end support frame. See completed end support frame to the right.

ASSEMBLE END SUPPORT FRAME

S15P027

4. With assistance, carefully move the frame to the location where the fodder system will be assembled.

5. Repeat the above steps to assemble the remaining end support frame.

6. Continue with the assembly of the two (2) long base rails as shown on the next page.

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FA4482B Tek Screws

111628A Base Rail

Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Two (2) Base Rails

Gather the parts and complete the steps that follow to assemble the two (2) long base rails.

Required parts for each base rail:

• (1) S15P048 Square Tube (plain) for base rail

• (2) 104625 2-Way Connector

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

Complete these steps:

1. Attach one 2-way connector to each end of the tube as shown. Verify that each connector is tight to the end of the tube. Secure using one Tek screw for each connector. Verify that the length of the assembled tube is 51 1/2".

2. Repeat the steps to assemble the remaining base rail.

3. Continue by assembling the outer frame tubes.

Slide connector on the base rail and secure using Tek screws.

104625 Connector

S15P048 Base Rail

Open end of connector

Length 51 1/2"

outside-to-outside

ASSEMBLED BASE

RAIL

S15P048 Base Rail

Open end of connector

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Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Outer Frame Tubes

Gather the parts and complete the steps that follow to assemble the outer frame tubes.

Required parts for each outer frame tube:

• (1) S15P048 Square Tube (plain) for base rail

• (2) 111485 2-Way Square Tube Fittings

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

Complete these steps:

1. Using Figures A and B, mark the S15P048 tube using a 111485 fitting as a template.

2. Attach a 2-way connector to each end of the tube as shown. Secure using one Tek screw for each connector. Verify that the length of the assembled

tube is 51 1/2". Do not install outer frame tube flush with the end of the connectors. The smaller off-set tube of the connection slides over each shelf support tube attached to the end frames. See diagrams and photos.

3. Repeat the steps to assemble all remaining outer frame tubes.

4. Continue by assembling the main frame.

Slide this fitting onto the base rail and secure using Tek screw.

Fig. A: Pre-mark tube for easier assembly.

Approximate End of Tube

Fig. B: Minor adjustments to the connector position will be require when setting length.

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Length 51 1/2"

outside-to-outside

S15P048 Base Rail

Open end of connector

Assembly Instructions

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Assemble Frame

Gather the different assembled components and complete the steps that follow.

Required parts for this procedure:

• (2) Assembled End Support Frames

• Assembled base rails (2) and assembled outer frame tubes (8)

• FA4482B Tek Screws and 100441 Magnetic Nut Setter

ATTENTION: Install Tek screws as shown. Review all diagrams for clarification. ASSISTANTS ARE NEEDED TO ASSEMBLE THE FRAME. DO NOT ATTEMPT ALONE.

Complete these steps:

1. Gather the two (2) end support frames and two (2) assembled base rails.

2. With assistance, assemble the frame as shown in the diagram. Install base rails flush with the ends of the end support frames.

3. Check outside-to-outside dimensions of the assembled base. Length at 51 1/2"; width at 55 3/4".

NOTE: If the dimensions are incorrect for the assembled frame, verify that you have installed the base rails flush with the ends of the end support base tubes. Also verify that the length of each assembled base rail is 51 1/2".

4. Take an outer frame tube and slide it onto the support arms of the end support frames as shown. Assemble main frame from the bottom and work toward the top.

Install so tube and 2-way fitting are flush.

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55 3/4"

ASSEMBLE MAIN FRAME: Assemble Frame—continued

5. Secure the tube to the support arms of each end support frame. See insert below.

6. Continue adding outer frame tubes until the main frame is assembled.

7. Verify that all Tek screws are installed to secure fittings and support tubes.

Install Tek screw through fitting and into support arm. Install so support arm is flush to the outside of the 2-way fitting.

Assembly Instructions

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S15P027

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