08-17-2008, 12:39 AM
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how long should my pump stay on then how long of a pause for bucket sprayer?? how dose light entering the res(not direct just leaks) affect the res? thats it i hope some one knows.. thanks | ||
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08-17-2008, 12:58 AM
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 | Usually about 10-15 minutes 3 times a day for your watering if you have a drip system...or a flood system... Light entering the reservoir can lead to the production of algae, which is not good. The light leaks might not do much, but even a little bit can throw off your pH and PPM...just tape the leaks up. Peace.
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08-20-2008, 02:54 PM
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| Are you talking about an aeroponic cloner type of system? Those pumps run continually. EMj
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08-20-2008, 03:16 PM
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| Aeroponic systems can run 24/0 or, to save on the pump heating up the water; 4 minutes off, 1 minute on works quite well also. algae growth can happen if you have too many light leaks into your reservoir... A few minor leaks usually is no big deal ...moved to hydroponics
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08-24-2008, 04:23 PM
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| To check for light leaks, place a flashlight in your bucket/reservoir and turn out the lights in the room. Use thick paint or aluminum tape to seal light leaks. | ||
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