CURRENT CULTURE H2O RDWC Recirculating Deep Water Culture Owner’s Manual

May 15, 2024
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CURRENT CULTURE H2O RDWC Recirculating Deep Water Culture

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Product Information

Specifications

  • Product Name: Recirculating Deep Water Culture- RDWC
  • System Features:
    • Return Water Pump
    • UC Spin Tight Bulkhead
    • Epicenter (Control Module)
    • Drain Out Valve
    • Delivery Manifold
    • Joint Return Hose Growth Module
    • AIR PUMP BANK
    • High-Flow Aeration Manifold

Product Usage Instructions

Setting Up the System

  1. Place the system in the desired location.
  2. Connect the return water pump to the UC Spin Tight Bulkhead.
  3. Attach the delivery manifold and joint return hose growth module to the system.
  4. Connect the air pump bank to the system’s aeration manifold.
  5. Adjust the air flow regulator for optimal performance.

Maintenance and Cleaning

  1. Regularly clean out the system using the clean out tee.
  2. Inspect all components for any signs of damage or wear.
  3. Monitor water levels and adjust as necessary.
  4. Keep the system free from debris and obstructions.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q: Where is the air pump bank typically located?
A: The air pump bank is generally located outside the grow environment to minimize heat and noise inside the growing area.

Q: How do I choose the right system size for my needs?
A: Consider factors such as available space,number of plants, and desired yield when selecting a system size. Refer to the product dimensions to ensure a proper fit.

Recirculating Deep Water Culture – RDWC
Under Current systems offer a simple-to-operate irrigation pproach, well- suited for applications ranging from CEA indoor to sun-grown greenhouses. RDWC systems recirculate oxygenated nutrient solution through the plant’s root zone 24/7 ensuring pH, EC and temperature levels are uniform throughout the system during the growing cycle. This approach results in unmatched productivity, efficiency, and ease of use, and is ideal for integration with automation and fertigation systems for commercial standardization.

System Feature Overview

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AIR PUMP BANK
Generally located Outside Grow Environment

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Remote Epicenter Option

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All Under Current® systems are available with a “Remote Epicenter” option.
This allows growers to place the Epicenter (Control Module) on the outside of their grow space or tent.

PUMP BANK WITH AIR FLOW REGULATOR

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UC4 Under Current 4 2’10.5″ x 5’4.5″ / 0.88m x 1.64m
UC6 Under Current 6 2’10.5″ x 6’10.5″ / 0.88m x 2.10m
UC8 Under Current 8 2’10.5″ x 8’4.5″ / 0.88m x 2.55m
UC12 Under Current 12 2’10.5″ x 11’4.5″ / 0.88m x 3.47m
UC16 Under Current 16 2’10.5″ x 14’5″ / 0.88m x 4.40m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCE9 Under Current Evolution 9 4’7″ x 6’10.5″ / 1.4m x 2.10m
UCE12 Under Current Evolution 12 4’7″ x 8’4.5″ / 1.4m x 2.55m
UCE18 Under Current Evolution 18 4’7″ x 11’4.5″ / 1.4m x 3.47m
UCE24 Under Current Evolution 24 4’7″ x 14’4.5″ / 1.4m x 4.40m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCDB16 Under Current Double Barrel 16 8’9″ x 8’4.5″ / 2.67m x 2.55m
UCDB24 Under Current Double Barrel 24 8’9″ x 11’4.5″ / 2.67m x 3.47m
UCDB32 Under Current Double Barrel 32 8’9″ x 14’4.5″ / 2.67m x 4.40m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UC4XL Under Current 4XL 3’2.5″ x 5’11.5″ / 0.98m x 1.82m
UC6XL Under Current 6XL 3’2.5″ x 8’0.5″ / 0.98m x 2.45m
UC8XL Uc8xl Under Current 8XL 3’2.5″ x 10’1.5″ / 0.98m x 3.09m
UC12XL Uc12xl Under Current 12XL 3’2.5″ x 14’3.5″ / 0.98m x 4.36m
UC16XL Uc16xl Under Current 16XL 3’2.5″ x 18’5.5″ / 0.98m x 5.63m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCE9XL Under Current Evolution 9XL 5’2.5″ x 8’0.5″ / 1.59m x 2.45m
UCE12XL Under Current Evolution 12XL 5’2.5″ x 10’1.5″ / 1.59m x 3.09m
UCE18XL Under Current Evolution 18XL 5’2.5″ x 14’3.5″ / 1.59m x 4.36m
UCE24XL Under Current Evolution 24XL 5’2.5″ x 18’5.5″ / 1.59m x 5.63m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCDB16XL Under Current Double Barrel 16XL 9’4.5″ x 10’1.5″ / 2.86 x 3.09m
UCDB24XL Under Current Double Barrel 24XL 9’4.5″ x 14’3.5″ / 2.86m x 4.36m
UCDB32XL Under Current Double Barrel 32XL 9’4.5″ x 18’5.5″ / 2.86m x 5.63m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UC4XL13 Under Current 4XL13 3’8″ x 6’8.5″ / 1.12m x 2.04m
UC6XL13 Under Current 6XL13 3’8″ x 9’2.5″ / 1.12m x 2.81m
UC8XL13 Uc8xl Under Current 8XL13 3’8″ x 11’8.5″ / 1.12m x 3.57m
UC12XL13 Uc12xl Under Current 12XL13 3’8″ x 16’8.5″ / 1.12m x 5.09m
UC16XL13 Uc16xl Under Current 16XL13 3’8″ x 21’8.5″ / 1.12m x 6.62m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCE9XL13 Under Current Evolution 9XL13 6’2″ x 9’2.5″ / 1.88m x 2.81m
UCE12XL13 Under Current Evolution 12XL13 6’2″ x 11’8.5″ / 1.88m x 3.57m
UCE18XL13 Under Current Evolution 18XL13 6’2″ x 16’8.5″ / 1.88m x 5.09m
UCE24XL13 Under Current Evolution 24XL13 6’2″ x 21’8.5″ / 1.88m x 6.62m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCDB16XL13 Under Current Double Barrel 16XL13 11’2″ x 11’8″ / 3.40m x 3.57m
UCDB24XL13 Under Current Double Barrel 24XL13 11’2″ x 16’8.5″ / 3.4m x 5.09m
UCDB32XL13 Under Current Double Barrel 32XL13 11’2″ x 21’8.5″ / 3.40m x

6.62m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UC4XXL13 Under Current 4XXL13 4’6″ x 7’6.5″ / 1.37m x 2.30m
UC6XXL13 Under Current 6XXL13 4’6″ x 10’10.5″ / 1.37m x 3.31m
UC8XXL13 Uc8xl Under Current 8XXL13 4’6″ x 14’2.5″ / 1.37m x 4.33m
UC12XXL13 Uc12xl Under Current 12XXL13 4’6″ x 20’10.5″ / 1.37m x 6.36m
UC16XXL13 Uc16xl Under Current 16XXL13 4’6″ x 27’6.5″ / 1.37m x 8.39m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCE9XXL13 Under Current Evolution 9XXL13 7’10” x 10’10.5″ / 2.39m x 3.31m
UCE12XXL13 Under Current Evolution 12XXL13 7’10” x 14’2.5″ / 2.39m x 4.33m
UCE18XXL13 Under Current Evolution 18XXL13 7’10” x 20’10.5″ / 2.39m x 6.36m
UCE24XXL13 Under Current Evolution 24XXL13 7’10” x 27’6.5″ / 2.39m x 8.39m

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CODE PRODUCT DESCRIPTION SYSTEM DIMENSIONS
UCDB16XXL13 Under Current Double Barrel 16XXL13 12’10” x 14’2.5″ / 3.91m x

4.33m
UCDB24XXL13| Under Current Double Barrel 24XXL13| 12’10” x 20’10.5″ / 3.91m x 6.36m
UCDB32XXL13| Under Current Double Barrel 32XXL13| 12’10” x 27’6.5″ / 3.91m x 8.39m

Growth Module Dimensions & Volumes

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Power Requirements

EACH UNDER CURRENT SYSTEM’S WATER/AIR PUMPS ARE SIZED FOR THE TOTAL SYSTEM VOLUME, ASK YOUR SALES CONSULTANT FOR SPECIFIC WATER/AIR PUMPS INCLUDED WITH YOUR MODEL.

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Plumbing

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Materials

Part Name Description Size Material Color/Attributes
Multi-Mod Plant Growth Module 8-gallon, 13-gallon Polypropylene (PP)

Black, UV Resistant
CCH20 Lid| Lid for Growth Module| One Size| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| White, UV Resistant
CCH20 Net Pot| Mesh Basket to Hold Plant| 5.5″, 8″| Polypropylene (PP)| Black, UV Resistant
UC Spin Tight Bulkhead| Module/Pipe Interface| 2″, 3″| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| Black, UV Resistant
Manifold Piping| Module to Module Plumbing| 2″, 311| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| White
Manifold Fittings

Manifold Caps/Sleeves

| Pipe Fittings – Tees, Nipples, Ball Valves

Pipe Fitting Caps & Connecting Sleeves

| 2″, 3″

211, 311

| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)

Vinyl

| White

Black

Multi-Mod Drop Tee| Growth Module Drain Fitting| 1″ Barb| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| Black, UV Resistant
CCH20 Bulkhead Filter| Screen Filter for Bulkheads| 2″, 3″| Polypropylene (PP)| Black
Float Valve| Maintains Water Level| 1/2″ MPT| Polyvinyl Chloride (PVC)| Grey, White
Mazzei Injector| Venturi Injector (Add Back Kit)| 3/4″ MPT| Nylon| Black
Return Water Hose| Manifold to Pump Connection| 1.25″ OD, 1″ ID| Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (FPVC)| Blue
Drain Hose| Connects Drop Tee Drain Fittings| 1.25″ OD, 1″ ID| Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (FPVC)| Grey
Aeration Hose| Connects Air Pump to Air Stones| 0.170″, 3/4″, l”| Ethylene Vinyl Acetate (EVA)| White
Top-Off Hose| Connects Float Valve to Reservoir| 1/2″ OD| Polyethylene (PE)| Blue
Add-Back Kit Hose| Attaches to Mazzei Injector| 3/8″| Flexible Polyvinyl Chloride (FPVC)| Clear
Uniseal| Rubber Grommet| 1″| Rubber| Black
Grommet| Air Line Inlet| 3/8″| Rubber| Black
Y-Splitter| Conjoins 2 Return Hoses| 1″ Barb| Nylon| Natural
Bulkhead Gasket| Creates Seal in Bulkhead| 2″, 3″| Rubber| Black
Bulkhead 0-Ring| Creates Seal in Bulkhead| 2″, 3″| Rubber| Black
Air Stone| Creates Air Bubbles| N/A| Glass Bonded Silica| Grey, White
Push-Connect Fittings| Used in Add-Back Kit| 3/8″| Polypropylene (PP)| White
1/4″ Aeration Fittings| Used in Aeration Manifold| 1/4″ barb| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| Black
314’1 Aeration Manifold Fittings| Used in Aeration Manifold| 3/4″| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| Black
1″ Drain Manifold Fittings| Used in Drain Manifold| 1″| Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS)| Black
Drain & Aeration Manifold Caps| Used in Drain/Aeration Manifold| 3/4″, l”| Vinyl| Black

Warranty

Current Culture H2D Limited 3-Year Warranty
This limited warranty applies only to full systems manufactured at Current Culture H20 in Fresno, CA.

Warranty Includes

  • All individual components manufactured by Current Culture H20 come standard with a THREE year limited warranty.
  • All Air & Water pumps are covered by their specific manufacturer’s warranty. Manufacturer instructions and warranty information booklets are provided with each pump. If any issues with these units covered within their individual warranties should occur, please contact the manufacturer for repair or replacement.

Warranty Excludes

  • This limited warranty excludes any components considered to be expendable (i.e. hoses, air diffusers, net pots,seals, etc.). These items should be replaced periodically to ensure proper system functionality.

Review our full warranty along with return information at: www.cch2o.com/warranty/

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