Viking GCV12 Series, Use & Installation Manual

Page 1: ...Use Install GUIDE Under counter Micro Green Herb Cabinet GCV12...

Page 2: ...NCTIONS OF THE MAIN RESERVOIR SCREEN 14 PLANTING GROWING 15 GROWING GUIDE 16 GROWING DO S AND DON TS 17 CLEANING AND MAINTENANCE 18 19 PERIODIC MAINTENANCE PROCEDURES 20 REPLACING THE LIGHTS 21 SANITA...

Page 3: ...growing trays and 5 domes CONTROLS Touchscreen digital controls Automated system provides correct measures of water nutrients relative hu midity lighting on optimum cycle for plant growth and nutrien...

Page 4: ...ED 1 VISIBLE LOSS OR DAMAGE Be certain that any visible loss or damage is noted on the freight bill or express receipt and that the note of loss or damage is signed by the delivery person 2 FILE CLAIM...

Page 5: ...en sink in a wet basement or near a swimming pool and similar areas 7 DO NOT operate this appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug if it is not working properly or if it has been damaged or dropped...

Page 6: ...fittings at the back of the unit Access to the connections will be at the back of the cabinet NOTE This unit is to be installed with adequate backflow protection to comply with all applicable federal...

Page 7: ...7 CUTOUT DIMENSIONS...

Page 8: ...following the start up screen To unlock the screen press any button and a number pad will appear Enter 1551 then Note when the cabinet sits for long periods of time or it is turned off and then on ag...

Page 9: ...r and gently wash the pH probe in the water and dry on a clean cloth Fig 2 Blue PH sensor shown with cap on Fig 3 PH buffer 4 Fig 4 PH buffer 7 water 5 Gently swish the probe in the pH buffer 4 Contin...

Page 10: ...reservoir Fig 1 2 Locate the TDS sensor probe on the right side of the reservoir Fig 2 Fig 2 TDS sensor black 6 To enter the TDS calibration screen press SETUP A SET RESERVOIR B TDS SENSOR C then CALI...

Page 11: ...N position and water should be flowing downwards into the reservoir 2 From the HOME screen choose ZONE 2 A This will be the growing zone that is directly above the pump Press WATER NOW B 3 Open 1 4 cl...

Page 12: ...the zones for special seeds or changing the lighting and watering cycles for each plant On the HOME screen B select the zone for the seed you would like to program GCV12 2 zones On the zone screen C p...

Page 13: ...mats etc You may also change the duration of the watering cycle anywhere between 1 and 10 minutes Press the and buttons to increase or decrease the minutes The default is 5 minutes Press BACK when yo...

Page 14: ...ZONE screen for the particular cycle you want the cancel Press RESTART CYCLE This will cancel the existing cycle and automatically start a new cycle You will see the day counter on the top right of t...

Page 15: ...T MOIST UNSIFTED SOIL IN TRAY S FILL TO 1 2 TO 3 4 FULL AND SMOOTH 6 MEASURE OUT SEED QUAN TITY AND SEED EVENLY WITH SHAKER see amounts in Growing Guide p 15 SPRINKLE JUST ENOUGH SIFTED SOIL OVER SEED...

Page 16: ...weeks 1 every 4 days 1 3 oz 40g Mizuna 1 tbsp 2 3 days 2 weeks 1 every 4 days 4 oz 124g Mustard 1 tbsp 2 3 days 2 weeks 1 every 4 days 6 4 oz 200g Nasturtium 1 2 cup 4 7 days 1 2 weeks 1 every 4 days...

Page 17: ...of media that are available For discussion on hydroponic growing media consult www epicgardening com DON T OVERFEED Overfeeding can cause damage to plants For best results follow the instructions on...

Page 18: ...he cabinet will start to drain the reservoir This may take up to 20 minutes Once the reservoir has been drained wipe off any dirt with a clean rag 7 Add your preferred cleaning solution i e hydrogen p...

Page 19: ...er keep a close eye on the environment and immediately clean any mold or organic matter Do not use any chemically damaging or toxic cleaning products such as bleach Do not use stainless steel cleaner...

Page 20: ...g in soil or hydroponic media Once you get through a few growing cycles you will be able to determine how often it should be changed One indicator the filter needs to be changed is inadequate water fl...

Page 21: ...the back of the cabinet push up the front until it clears the front of the diffuser frame pull forward and drop into place Push up and back over notch in back of cabinet then let front drop down Occas...

Page 22: ...lean water then finish soaking time if required in clean water Avoid breathing the fumes of chlorine Masks should be worn to filter the fumes is you choose this method Using Hydrogen Peroxide Soak see...

Page 23: ...enance on my cabinet The cabinet requires frequent monitoring and care It should be inspected thoroughly and cleaned at least once a month This may vary with your usage depending on the number and typ...

Page 24: ...dy When you re spreading your seed out in trays it can be difficult to get an even spread If you plant too densely they will clump together espe cially if their mucilaginous When they sprout a few of...

Page 25: ...eeds purchase from reputable supplier Sifter to sift dry soil to cover seeds for germination Plant food for hydroponic growing or seeds with longer growing cycles Seeds with shorter growing cycles get...

Page 26: ...cs Flora Series Fox Farm Gringo Rasta Bush Doctor and Hydroponic Trio TDS reader Milwaukee Plastic tub for mixing and sifting soil Rubbermaid Growing mats filters Handy Pantry For discussion on hydrop...

Page 27: ...istaltic pump 12VDC 18614 0124 water filter replacement cartridge 18614 0033 solenoid valve 3 8 tube 5 16 ORF 18615 0166 3 8 bulkhead tube fitting Part Number Description 18616 0451 power supply 12 VD...

Page 28: ...Using unauthorized parts may cause serious injury or damage to the cabinet Replacement parts should be installed by a qualified service technician Contact Viking Range Preferred Service at 888 845 46...

Page 29: ...eplacement parts Using unauthorized parts may cause serious injury or damage to the cabinet Replacement parts should be installed by a qualified service technician Contact Viking Range Preferred Servi...

Page 30: ...ever required The serial number and model number for your appliance are located on the serial tag Model No ______________________________________________ Serial No ______________________________ Date...

Page 31: ...ty period after a reasonable number of attempts by the warrantor to remedy the defect or malfunction the owner is entitled to either a refund or replacement of the product or its component part or par...

Page 32: ...ge LLC 111 Front Street Greenwood Mississippi 38930 USA 662 455 1200 For product information call 1 888 845 4641 or visit the our web site at vikingrange com in the US or brigade ca in Canada 065974 0...