Using Instructions - Bio Green TROPIC 2000W Mode D'emploi

6. Using Instructions

6.1. Winter operation – Heating :
Select the desired operating mode on selector switches 1. Depending on size and location of the
greenhouse, a heating power setting of 2000 W or 1000 W is recommended in the winter months. In
autumn and spring, however, the lower setting of 1000 W will often suffice.
OFF Ventilation
0
1000W
2000W
MIN MAX
Selector switch 1
Selector switch 2
1000 Watt: Ideal frost protection for a greenhouse up to approx. 2 x 3 m.
2000 Watt: Ideal frost protection for a greenhouse up to approx. 3 x 4 m.
Set the desired temperature on the thermostat dial with selctor switch 2 (see page 8). Referring to
the above example, determine the thermostat setting corresponding to the desired temperature
and set the thermostat. Now allow the heater to run for a while and monitor the temperature using a
thermometer (we recommend a MIN-MAX thermometer). Make minor adjustments up or down if the
desired temperature is not maintained. This setting only needs to be made once, during initial start-up.
After the correct setting has been made, the heater will keep the greenhouse temperature constant.
Note: It is unfortunately not possible to show temperatures on the dial of the thermostat because the
temperature is dependent on size, insulation, stocking and location of each individual greenhouse.
6.2 Summer operation – Fan only:
Select operation with air circulation to ventilate your greenhouse in summer or promote plant
pollination. Turn the selector switch 1 to position fan only without heat (fan symbol)
Recommendation: Should you wish to keep valuable plants in your greenhouse over winter, we
recommend installing a second source of heating as a backup if this heater should fail (e.g. power
failure). In this way you can prevent your plants from succumbing to frost. Note: Some smoke or smell
may be evident during initial start-up. No need for concern. This is produced by residues of oil or dust on
the heater elements due to the manufacturing process. Safety feature Temperature-controlled switch-
off: The apparatus will automatically switch off temporarily if it should overheat. To restart, switch off the
heater for 5 to 10 minutes to cool down. Another reason or automatic switch-off may be blockages in
the air inlet or exhaust apertures. In this case, please remove the obstructing objects. It may, however,
also be an indication that the fan has failed. In this case, switch off the heating apparatus, unplug it and
call on an authorised technician for repairs.
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