Have you ever wondered how to install Dosatron systems into an irrigation system? A Dosatron chemical injector is a useful tool that can accurately inject chemicals into your irrigation system. They are hydro-powered, so you don’t need to worry about energy costs. Dosatron systems use volumetric proportioning; this means that the chemical measurements remain the same even when the water pressure and flow changes.
Here’s how it works: When the water goes into the Dosatron, it alters the hydraulic motor, which will then move up and down inside the injector. When the motor moves up, it draws in fluid from the tank, and when it goes down, it releases the liquid into the mixing area where the chemicals are mixed with the water that flows through the Dosatron system. This mixture of water and chemicals will then get discharged into the irrigation system.
What Goes into the Dosatron Chemical Injector?
If you grow your plants in a greenhouse, they’ll need additional supplements to grow and thrive. You’ll be able to apply various chemicals using a Dosatron injector. You can add fertilizer, insecticides, fungicides through the water system. Additionally, you can also use it to add detergents and disinfectants.
How to Install Dosatron Systems into an Irrigation System
There are a few steps you need to take to install a Dosatron system into your irrigation system. You’ll need to deflate the Dosatron and set the dosage right.
Deflate the Dosatron
Before you can use the Dosatron, you need to deflate it. Here’s how:
- Partly open the water supply.
- Hold the deflation button found above the pump.
- Release it when the water flows beyond the deflate button.
- The pump is self-priming, and at this stage, you can completely open the water supply.
- Let the pump run until your mixture is drawn into the dosing tube.
- The pump is ready to operate once you hear a click.
Setting the Dosage
The next thing you need to do is to set the dosage of your pump. You need to ensure that there’s no pressure left on the pump. Here’s how you can select the dosage:
- Close the valve on the inlet side to remove the pressure from the pump.
- Undo the blocking ring or the conical nut.
- Turn the nut to the left or right until you reach the right dosage.
- Tighten the ring/nut.
- For Dosatron pumps, the dosing is around 1/100, or one-part concentrate is to 100 parts water.
How Can You Maintain a Dosatron?
It’s essential to regularly maintain the Dosatron to help extend its life. If dirt and crystalized concentrate accumulate inside, it can damage your dosing pump. Make sure to have it checked by a professional at least once a year.
How Can You Replace and Maintain Dosatron Parts?
To ensure that your Dosatron pump performs at its peak, replace the parts, such as seals, suction hose (if necessary), non-return valve, etc. at least once a year. If you’re changing the parts yourself, make sure to wear protective equipment – goggles, gloves, and more. Additionally, don’t use any tools to avoid damaging the pump.
Why Use a Mini Greenhouse for Your Plants?
There are several reasons why a mini greenhouse is great for your plants, especially if you plan to use a Dosatron system.
Protect your plants from harmful pests
By using a Dosatron pump, you’re able to inject insecticides into your garden, deterring harmful pests. Keeping your plants in a greenhouse can also protect your plants from pesky insects that would love to munch on your leaves and produce.
Greenhouses come in all shapes and sizes
Many people think that greenhouses are enormous and made with floor to ceiling glass walls. But they come in all shapes and sizes – from tabletop greenhouses to one as big as a barn. A good greenhouse doesn’t always have to be large and spacious unless you’re a commercial grower. For the average hobbyist or home gardener, a small greenhouse is more than enough for their plant needs.
Great for gardeners without much planting space
Gardeners who love to grow plants but don’t have enough space can benefit from a small greenhouse. With a standard size of six feet, you can place them on your balcony, deck, or patios. But if a six-foot greenhouse is still too large for you, there are smaller ones that can even be placed on tables. Even though they’re small, they offer the same benefits as a large greenhouse.
Start planting before the cold season begins
With a mini greenhouse, you don’t have to wait for the season to change before you can start planting. You can plant your crops early and once the weather warms, you can transfer them into your garden if you want to. Early planting means you can also harvest your crops earlier than intended.
Keep your plants safe from frost and ice
Frost and ice formed on the roots can be fatal to your plants. Placing them inside a greenhouse ensures that they are safe and protected from frost, ice, and the ever-changing climate.
Final Thoughts
Learning how to install Dosatron systems into an irrigation system is beneficial for you and your crops. You don’t have to measure the number of chemicals every time you inject into your irrigation system as the process can be automated.