Use and Care Guide

WARNING
IMPROPER USE OR FAILURE TO FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAN RESULT IN PRODUCT FAILURE OR
INJURIES. FOR SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT YOU MUST READ AND FOLLOW ALL INSTRUCTIONS
BEFORE USING.
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS:
• Use of a backow preventer per local codes.
• Install this device downstream of a backow preventer. Backow preventer sold separately.
Use Chapin part number 6-9089
• For best results position the tank on a level surface.
• Line inlet water pressure is not to exceed 60 PSI.
• Ensure all hose washers are in place and hand tighten connections rmly.
• Connect the female swivel end to the water inlet.
Connect your system hose to the male garden hose connection on the discharge side of the device.
• Keep out of direct sunlight.
• Screw on the ball valve to the threaded tting on the bottom of the tank.
MAKING TUBING CONNECTIONS:
Tubing connections must be made between the injector manifold and the top of the clear tank lid. Prior to making nal end
connections it is important that both the inlet and outlet tube pass thru the center of the black cap.
1. Two pieces of tubing are provided and can be cut to a shorter length if desired.
2. Connect the inlet tube from the injector manifold side port marked “1” to the IN port marked “1” on the clear tank lid.
3. Connect the outlet tube from the OUT port “2” on the clear tank lid to the bottom port marked “2” on the injector manifold.
4. Connections are made by sliding the tube over the barb ttings and securing the tubing using the clamps provided.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS:
• Turn off the inlet water pressure.
• Open the valve on the bottom of the clear tank to ensure it is empty. Close the valve.
Loosening of the top cap will allow the unit to drain quicker.
• For lling liquid fertilizer: Unscrew the cap and lid and slowly pour fertilizer product into the tank.
Re-install the cap and lid and tighten.
• For lling granulated concentrate: Unscrew the cap and lid. Move it to the side allowing the inlet tube to
remain in the tank. Fill half way with product. Re-install the cap and lid and tighten.
• The injector is designed to work best with a water ow rate above 1 gallon per minute. At 1 GPM
or above. the device is designed to feed the liquid fertilizer at a rate of approximately 1 ounce of
fertilizer per gallon of water owed.
• For dilution rates less than 1 oz/gal, premix the product prior to lling the tank. Follow
recommended dilution rates for the fertilizer being used.
• Empty the tank and leave the bottom drain valve open when freezing conditions are present.
• When watering without fertilizer, it is not necessary to disconnect this device.
CHAPIN INTERNATIONAL, INC. P.O. BOX 549 700 ELLICOTT ST. BATAVIA, NY 14021-0549 www.chapinmfg.com 800-950-4458
Carefully Read These Instructions Before Use
WHEN USING GRANULAR PRODUCTS:
For best results when using granular products, dissolve product in water before lling the HydroFeed™ tank.
Example: Mix 1 cup of granular fertilizer with 24 oz of water, or 1.25 cups for 32 oz. Stir to dissolve. Fill tank.
Note: This is not the dilution ratio for application. The fertilizer is still a concentrated solution. Your
HydroFeed™ fertilizer injector will automatically deliver 1 oz of concentrated fertilizer per 1 gallon of water.
Always refer to the chemical manufacturer’s instructions for recommended application and coverage
information.