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AeroFlo
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Assembly Guide
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AeroFlo 60 PARTS
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AeroFlo 60 PARTS:
assembled dimensions: 5’1”L X 6’10”W X 2”H
(staggered configuration: 5’1” X 11’7”W X 2’H)
1: Panda Reservoir (40 gal)
2: Reservoir Lid
3: Hatch Cover
4: Growing Chambers (6)
5: Laser Spraylines (6)
6: Drain Level tubes (6)
7: Manifold (2)
8: Silicon Grease (2)
9: Filter Outlet Assemby
10: Pump Inlet
11: Pump Inlet Strainer
12: Drain Valve
13: TNC Pump
14: Flora Series Nutrient
15: Net Pots (60)
16: CocoTek Liners (60)
17: Clay Pebbles (2x 9 Liter)
18: SnapStand Base (4)
19: SnapStand Cross Fittings (4)
20: SnapStand Support Legs (4)
21: SnapStand Cross Support (2)
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ASSEMBLY
STEP 1
Place the Reservoir with the
lid and hatch cover where it
will be used on a level surface.
Line the inside of the Reservoir
grommet with a thin coat of
the Silicon Grease. Insert Drain
Valve into grommet using a
twisting motion.
note:
this opening is the
lower of the two
STEP 2
Attach the Pump Inlet and the
Filter Outlet Assembly to the
TNC Pump. Position the filter
to the side to avoid splashing
the pump with water when
cleaning the filter. The filter
should be cleaned monthly
by rinsing with warm water.
STEP 3
Line the inside of the Reservoir
grommet with a thin coat of
the Silicon Grease and insert
the Pump Inlet that is attached
to the TNC pump. Attach the
strainer from the inside of the
reservoir to the Pump Inlet.
note:
this opening
is the higher
of the two
STEP 4
Assemble the SnapStand by
sliding the two Support Legs
into the SnapStand Bases and
the SnapStand Cross Fittings.
Snap the Cross Support into the
SnapStand Cross Fitting and
place the SnapStand approximately 5ft from the reservoir
(the second set of SnapStands
are only used when staggering
the Growing Chambers).
STEP 5
Remove the Laser Sprayline and Drain Level Tube from each of the Growing Chambers.
Follow the included directions on inserting the Laser Spraylines into each Growing
Chamber. Line the inside of the Growing Chamber grommet with a thin coat of the
Silicon Grease and insert the
Drain Level Tube half way
into the grommet. Repeat for
the rest of the chambers. The
water level of the Growing
Chambers is adjusted by
raising or lowering the Drain
Level Tubes.
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ASSEMBLY & HELPFUL GUIDELINES
STEP 6
Center the Growing Chambers with the Drain
Level Tube inserted into the Drain Overflow Hole
and the other end on the SnapStand. The level of
the water in the Growing Chambers is controlled
by the height of the Drain Level Tube. Keep the
Drain Level Tube access covered after adjusting
the water level.
STEP 7
standard configuration
Cap off the unused end of the
Filter Outlet Assembly and the
end of one of the manifold for
cap off extra
outlet
the standard setup. Attach the
Manifold to the Filter Outlet
Assembly and attach each of
the Laser Spraylines to the
Manifold. Make sure there is
a rubber gasket in the Laser
Sprayline fitting and DO NOT
OVER TIGHTEN.
Attach both manifolds to the
Filter outlet Assembly and cap
of the ends of the Manifolds
for the staggered setup.
staggered configuration
STEP 8
Place the Net Pots with the
CocoTek Liners into the
growing sites and use the Clay
Pebbles to support seedling
plants. Always rinse the Clay
Pebbles before use.
FILLING
Before filling your system with water it is essential that you understand the system
capacity. The reservoir should be drained first before draining the growing chambers.
This will prevent overfilling of the reservoir and possible flooding. See illustration for
reservoir capacities at each of the steps. Fill the reservoir with a known volume of water
and then start the pump. Adjust the Drain Level Tubes (DLT) to the desired level and
start adding water in 1 gallon increments until the Growing Chambers and reservoir are
at the desired levels. Record the total gallons to be used for calculating the amount of
nutrient to add to the system. See chart for approximate amount of water each system
holds at the two operating levels.
CAUTION: Never run the water pump without water covering the pump inlet.
normal operational range (gallons)
Reservoir
capacity
38 1 4 44 62
Growing Chamber Total Water*
low level high level low level high level
gallons
* Total amount of water in all chambers and reservoir
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HELPFUL GUIDELINES
PLANTING
To prepare a seedling or a plant for transplanting, remove all soil and/or organic material
from around the roots. Plants must be sturdy with established roots before transplanting
into the AeroFlo. Choose seedlings because it’s more difficult to successfully transplant
older plants. If your plant has been growing in soil or peat moss, gently remove the
plant from its pot and carefully rinse as much soil as possible from the roots before
transplanting. Although this method of transplanting from soil to hydroponics is
somewhat risky, as soil may contain disease organisms that proliferate in the rich
hydroponic solution, we have had success using this transplant method and encourage
you to try it. Or, you can avoid these problems by starting plants from cuttings in one of
our RainForest Systems.
PLACEMENT
Abundant light, proper temperature and adequate ventilation are crucial for fast
growth, healthy plants and higher yields. Place the AeroFlo system in a warm, well-lit,
well-ventilated location, such as an outdoor garden, sunlit window, patio or greenhouse.
Keep your AeroFlo away from areas where the inevitable dripping that occurs during
filling, draining and pH adjustment could cause water damage.
NUTRIENTS
Start by choosing either the most widely recognized, reliable nutrient in the industry, Flora
Series® or step into the technological breakthrough of FloraNova® for the accelerated
performance of mineral nutrients enriched with the healthy, flavorful characteristics
of organics. Please refer to our Feeding Schedule that is provided with the system for
nutrient recommendations.
• Keep the nutrient solution temperature below 75° F (24° C).
• Change nutrient solution every 7-10 days.
• Top off with fresh water between nutrient changes.
• Keep nutrient solution aerated for best results.
• If your water is above 200 ppm total or 70 ppm calcium, use Hardwater
FloraMicro instead of FloraMicro.
The pH (acidity or alkalinity) of a nutrient solution affects the availability of the elements
contained within. Use GH pH adjusters to maintain nutrient pH between 5.5 - 6.5.
OPERATION
When plants are small and their roots are not well developed, the Drain Level Tubes (DLT)
should be at the maximum height to allow nutrient rich water to reach the bottoms of
the net cups. Once the roots have grown and are immersed within the flowing stream
of nutrient, the DLT’s can be pushed down to increase oxygen within the nutrient and
growing chamber. The water level in the Growing Chambers should be maintained at
a 1” to 2” depth in case the power or the pump fails. Generally it’s best for the system
to always run. However, many people do put their AeroFlo systems on a timer to save
electricity. The AeroFlo stays on during the light cycle and only runs for 10 to 15 minutes
every 1 to 2 hours for the night cycle. Cycling the pump keeps the water from stagnating
and the roots from drying out and dying.
PREPARATION FOR REPLANTING
Drain the whole system, brush out the growing chambers and, if necessary, unclog the
spray holes in the beige spray lines mounted inside the growing chambers. Sponge
off all parts to disinfect. You can use General Hydroponic’s FloraShield™ to clean the
system and clay pebbles or a disinfectant. Rinse everything thoroughly. Refill it with
water and run it for a few hours, then drain again before introducing a new crop.
Clean filters frequently. Simply unplug pump and remove reusable filter. Rinse pump
filter under hot water to clean. CAUTION: Do not rinse filter with a strong Bleach
(chlorine) solution, it may react with the filter and form an oily residue.
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TROUBLE SHOOTING
If white salt deposits form on the clay pebbles:
1. Try using a milder nutrient solution and topping off with plain water only.
2. Occasionally drain your system, refill with plain water and run the pump
overnight. After the overnight rinse, empty reservoir and refill with
fresh nutrient.
If plants are not growing well and you suspect “hard” water:
1. Use FloraMicro Hardwater in place of FloraMicro.
2. Try distilled or purified water. You should see a significant improvement
in plant health and growth within one week.
3. Collect rainwater for use in your AeroFlo.
If nutrient solution stops flowing from the beige spray lines:
1. Check to ensure that pump is plugged in and the reservoir is filled
with nutrient solution.
2. Check whether emitter holes in the beige spraylines are clogged. Keep pump
filter clean and use General Hydroponic’s FloraKleen™ to minimize nutrient
buildup and crusting.
FLORAKLEEN
• Dissolves accumulated fertilizer salts.
• Reduces plant stress from excess and imbalanced nutrients.
• Releases nutrient bonds between plants and systems, also
correcting nutrient lock-out.
• Use FloraKleen as a final flush a few days before harvest to
promote maturation and sugaring.
• Safe for all systems and media while plants are growing.
FloraKleen removes fertilizer residue that can accumulate over time in
hydroponic systems, growing media, and potting soils. Use FloraKleen
monthly to purge your hydroponic system or potted plants of excess salts
that can accumulate as a result of regular fertilizer application. FloraKleen
can be used at anytime throughout the plant’s life and is an excellent final
flush to help improve flavor. Its high concentration and low price make
FloraKleen the economical choice for maintaining your plants in both
hydroponic and soil based environments.
FLORASHIELD
Maintain healthy roots without resorting to harsh toxic chemicals.
FloraShield’s unique combination of compounds can thoroughly rinse
systems and plants during all phases of growth. Growers across the
globe have attested to FloraShield’s ability to solve root problems.
Not to be used with SubCulture
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