Before you start
Good news: the Autonomous Hydroponic Cabinet requires no construction work or special connections. A simple standard electrical outlet is all it takes to run it. A short preparation, however, guarantees a start-up with no unpleasant surprises.
The equipment needed
- The cabinet and its accessories [To be completed: exact contents of the package and supplied accessories]
- A free standard electrical outlet, immediately next to the intended location
- Clean water for filling the tank
- The nutrient solution suited to your crop [To be completed: reference and dosage of the nutrient solution]
- Your young plants or seedlings: lettuce, vegetables or herbs
Choosing the right location
- Indoors or balcony: the cabinet is designed for indoor use (living room, kitchen) or on a balcony.
- Stable, level surface: check that the floor or balcony can support the weight of the cabinet once filled with water [To be completed: weight of the cabinet].
- Compact footprint: allow enough space around the cabinet for maintenance and opening [To be completed: exact dimensions and recommended clearance].
- Power supply: no special installation is required, a standard outlet is sufficient [To be completed: power consumption of the cabinet].
- Noise: [To be completed: noise level of the cabinet in operation].
- On a balcony, choose a sheltered spot and check the outdoor use conditions in the technical specifications.
Installation or start-up, step by step
- Choose the final location of the cabinet: once filled with water, it will be harder to move.
- Unpack the package and check that no part is missing and that nothing is damaged.
- If the cabinet is delivered unassembled, assemble it following the supplied manual.
- Position the cabinet in its final location, leaving free access to the electrical outlet.
- Check stability: the cabinet must rest level, without moving or tipping.
- Fill the tank with clean water up to the marked line [To be completed: tank capacity and fill line].
- Add the nutrient solution at the recommended doses [To be completed: recommended dosage].
- Place your young plants or seedlings in the designated spots.
- Plug the cabinet into the standard electrical outlet, without an extension cord if possible.
- Switch on the cabinet and follow the first-time setup configuration.
- Select your growing settings, then start the program: the technology does the rest.
Checks and initial settings
- Check that the cabinet starts normally: the lighting comes on and the selected program starts.
- Check the water level after the first few hours: a tank that empties quickly may indicate a leak.
- After a few days, check that the plants are held properly in their spots and showing normal growth.
- During the first week, take a daily look at the cabinet: this is the best time to adjust a setting.
- Note the start-up date: this will help you anticipate the first harvest [To be completed: indicative time before the first harvest].
Maintenance or usage tips
- Regularly top up the water level [To be completed: recommended refill frequency].
- Clean the tank and growing supports between growing cycles [To be completed: recommended maintenance frequency and method].
- Stagger your sowings to enjoy regular harvests all year round, without interruption.
- Always unplug the cabinet before cleaning or any maintenance operation.
- Do not move the cabinet when it is filled with water.
- Promptly remove any leaf or plant in poor condition to protect the rest of the crop.
Common problems
- The cabinet does not turn on
- Cause: faulty outlet or connection.
- Solution: test the outlet with another device, firmly reconnect the cable. If the problem persists, go to the Contact page.
- The water level drops abnormally fast
- Cause: higher water consumption than expected or a possible leak.
- Solution: top up the tank and observe the floor around the cabinet. If there is water on the floor, unplug the cabinet and contact us.
- Unusual noise
- Cause: water level too low or a component out of place.
- Solution: top up the tank and check the assembly. As a reminder, in normal use the cabinet emits [To be completed: expected noise level].
- Slow growth or yellowing leaves
- Cause: nutrient solution to be renewed or a setting unsuited to the type of plant.
- Solution: check the water level, the nutrient solution and your growing settings.
- Cloudy water or unpleasant smell
- Cause: tank needs cleaning.
- Solution: renew the water and clean the tank [To be completed: recommended maintenance method].
A problem not listed here? Check the FAQ or the Contact page.
Need help?
Installation remains simple, but we know that a first start-up always raises questions. Our team is here to help: ask your questions via Contact us, or use the Book an Installation button below this guide to request our team’s assistance with your set-up.
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