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Product Manual & Install Guide

FGI Uniformity Pro

The FGI Uniformity Pro is an indoor LED grow light fixture scientifically designed to replicate the light of the sun with appropriate PAR (photosynthetically active

radiation) levels for plant growth of all phases. Brought to you by Forever Green Indoors, home of FGI brand LED grow lights

Forever Green Indoors 1314 S. Grand Blvd, Suite 2-127, Spokane, WA 99202 1-800-630-7345

FGI is a registered trademark of Forever Green Indoors

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND OPERATION

Before using your new FGI Grow Light, please read this manual thoroughly to ensure that you know how to operate the features and functions that your new lamp offers safely and efficiently. This light is not intended for use by persons (including children) with reduced physical, sensory, or mental capabilities, or those who lack experience and knowledge, unless they have been given supervision or instruction concerning the use of the lamp by a person responsible for their safety. If you have any question, contact us at 1-800-630-7345 or find help and information online at www.forevergreenindoors.com

Do not install light in a wet location or place where it may come in direct contact with running water.

Deteriorated insulation on electrical parts may cause an electric shock or fire.

Do not place this light in direct heat from room heaters.

Do not plug several lights into the same multiple power strip. The light should always be plugged into its own individual electrical outlet which has a voltage rating that matches the voltage listed on the electrical rating. This provides the best performance and also prevents overloading of house wiring circuits, which could cause a fire hazard from overheated wires.

Do not use a power cord that has cracks or abrasion damage along its length or at either end.

Do not bend the power cord excessively or place heavy objects on it.

Do not twist or tie the power cord.

Never unplug your light by pulling on the power cord.

The light must be safely grounded. Always make sure that you have grounded the light before attempting to investigate or repair any part of the unit.

Power leakages can cause severe electric shock.

Never use gas pipes, telephone lines, or other potential lightning attractors as an electrical ground.

Improper use of the grounding plug can result in a risk of electric shock.

If it is necessary to use an extension cord, use only a 3-wire extension cord that has a 3-blade grounding plug and

The marked rating of the extension cord should be AC 115-120 V, 10 A, or more.

If a grounding adapter is used, make sure the receptacle box is fully grounded.

Plug the power plug into the wall socket firmly. Do not use a damaged power plug, damaged power cord, or loose wall socket. This may result in an electric shock or fire.

You need to remove all the protective plastic film before you initially plug the product in.

Do not spray the light with chemicals. Clean the light with a damp cloth using water only.

Before cleaning or performing maintenance, unplug the light from the wall socket, or turn off at the breaker.

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GENERAL CARE

The FGI Uniformity Pro product line is a passively cooled LED grow light. There are

no moving parts.

They are sealed and designed for damp and wet environments and for maintenance-

free performance.

Some basic care will keep your system operating at peak performance during the life

of your FGI lamp.

In order for the system to properly cool itself, at least two inches of space is required

between the power supply/driver housing and the roof of your grow area. Failure to

do so may shorten the fixture’s lifespan.

To achieve the optimal lifespan and performance of your fixtures, routinely check for

and remove excess dust, debris, and mineral build up from the glass diode surface

and frame. Cleaning should always be done with the fixture unplugged from its

power source using a damp cloth. Use of compressed air can help remove dust and

plant material from the product housing.

BEST PRACTICES WITH LED FOR GROWING

Growing crops under artificial lighting requires experimentation based on the grow

environment. FGI LED lights are ideally suited to provide a full sunlike spectrum to

aid in plant cultivation

Regularly check your plants growth and adjust for health as required.

Early in the plants growth phase, such as seedlings or nursery clones, light intensity

should be low. Not more than 100 umols/ms of PAR.

As the plants establish roots additional PAR can be applied. We recommend

between 250-550 umols/ms of energy during vegetative phases.

As the plants mature to a reproductive or flower stage light intensity can be

increased to between 650-1200 umols/ms. FGI grow lights deliver high levels of

PAR, typically more than experienced in nature when considering a full day of

sunlight which waxes and wanes as the day progresses.

Adjustments to H2O, CO2, RH, nutrients, and temperature are typically required.

These variables differ based on grow medium and style.

Mount the fixture at least 12” from the top of your canopy to ensure optimal

uniformity and consistent PPFD.

Many plants prefer higher temperatures when exposed to high PPFD. Experiment

with higher temperatures to achieve higher yields. Canopy temperature and room

ambient temperature often vary. For accurate results, test at the canopy level to

gauge leaf surface temperature.

We also recommend that growers keep a high quality PAR meter on hand designed

for full spectrum LED measurements.

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ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

Unpacking the unit:

Your FGI Uniformity Pro ships partially constructed and folded (A) to reduce the

expense of shipping and protect the components in the light.

Illustration A

Take care when unpacking and handling the light fixture. Unpack gently and avoid

pinching your fingers when you fold the unit open.

Ensure the LED arrays do not come in contact with sharp objects or force that may

damage the diodes. The Uniformity Pro is ruggedly built but it can be damaged with

rough handling.

Unbox and unfold module (B) and place on flush on a floor or a clear open table

surface, cardboard or plastic is recommended to be placed between the units lens

and the surface you are working on to avoid scratching the lens.

Illustration B

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DO NOT POWER UP THE LIGHT UNTIL IT IS FULLY ASSEMBLED AND HUNG OVER

THE GROW AREA.

Mounting the Power Supply:

Mount the power supply by attaching the four wing nuts and washers to the screws

protruding on the light frame (C). Tighten securely but do not over tighten the nuts.

Illustration C

Place power supply enclosure on top of brackets, aligning the bracket mounts with

the receivers. The snap connector wiring connections are universal however they are

slightly different lengths. Ensure the power supply is aligned with the snap connector

that easily connects to both ends without pulling or stretching the cables.

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Connecting the power to the power supply:

Next connect the power supply to both snap connectors on each side (D). Simply

plug in and twist the connection closed. This helps ensure the fixture is water

resistant.

Illustration D

Once the power supply enclosure is installed, do not attempt to fold the Uniformity

Pro. Doing so will cause significant damage to the fixture. The power supply housing

holds the Uniformity Pro in a rigid open position.

Next connect the power cord to the remaining snap connector. Install the power plug

of your choice. The unit can be wired for 110V-277V power using an appropriate plug

for the power receptacle being used.

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Attaching the hanging snap connectors:

We supply four cable connectors which attach to holes in the top of the frame (E)

and these can be used together with supplied cable hangars, rope hangars or other

hanging hardware to suspend your Uniformity Pro over the grow area. Use hanging

hardware suitable for the weight of the fixture to avoid having the unit slip and fall.

Illustration E

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Connecting the Bluetooth mesh antennae (Optional):

If your FGI Uniformity Pro model comes with the optional Bluetooth mesh controller,

an antennae is supplied which screws on to the threaded antennae screw mount on

the controller (F). Tighten firmly but do not overtighten. The antennae can be moved

180 degrees for best reception.

Illustration F

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Installation Distance:

The FGI Uniformity Pro is designed for ideal light uniformity on the plant canopy. The

units should be mounted so that the bars on adjacent units are within the same

distance as the bars on the light itself, 50 MM or about 2” between each frame (G).

Illustration G

Actual mounting distances are optional however this is the ideal distance to cover

4’x4’ areas adjacent to one another.

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FGI UNIFORMITY PRO EXTENDED FEATURES

Depending on the model you have purchased the Uniformity Pro can be used

without dimming, or with an optional 1-10V dimmer, or with the optionally included

Bluetooth mesh controller. The controller cannot be added and must be purchased

with the unit.

Non-dimming:

The FGI Uniformity Pro can be used without dimming. The unit is designed to

produce very uniform and even PAR distribution depending on the height it is hung

from the canopy. Moving the light further away from the top of the canopy serves to

reduce light intensity and also has the effect of increasing uniformity of light. If your

grow area has “head room” above the light fixture, it is not necessary to use dimming

controller to reduce light intensity. Simply raise the light higher to reduce PAR on the

plant canopy. A high quality PAR meter designed to measure full-spectrum LED is

recommended.

Hard-wired dimming:

The FGI Uniformity Pro (non-Bluetooth equipped) can be used with a 1-10V dimmer

of your choice. Any dimmer suitable for digitally dimming LED’s will suffice. FGI has a

selection of optional dimmers which can control one or many lights depending on

your grow application.

Each non-Bluetooth equipped Uniformity Pro has two wire snap connector capable

of accepting a connection to an optional dimmer. FGI carries the necessary

connector and wiring for making this connection as an optional accessory. Or they

can be purchased from an electrical supplier or electrician.

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Bluetooth Mesh Controller:

The FGI Uniformity Pro Bluetooth mesh equipped model comes ready to connect to

the TuyaSmart IoT app available on Google Android and Apple devices from their

app stores.

TuyaSmart is a third party application and enables IoT connectivity to thousands of

devices for work and home. Features are being changed and upgraded frequently.

See TuyaSmart on your app store to learn more about today’s capabilities.

Paired with your TuyaSmart software the FGI Uniformity Pro allows mesh connectivity to other Uniformity Pro lights. Entire rows or rooms of lights can be connected to one another to control dimming, timing on/off cycles and internet connectivity to voice activated services like Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant. TuyaSmart remotely control home/work appliances from anywhere.

• Add and control multiple devices at once with one App

• Voice control via Amazon Echo and Google Home

• Interworking of multiple smart devices. Devices automatically start/stop working

based on temperature, location and time.

• Receive real-time alerts to ensure safety

• Easily and quickly connect Tuya Smart App to devices

To pair your device:

Download the TuyaSmart App. Ensure your device has Bluetooth enabled. Ensure

your Uniformity Pro is powered off.

Open the TuyaSmart application and click ADD DEVICE. Power up your FGI

Uniformity Pro. The unit will blink on and off and connect to the TuyaSmart

application on your device. Follow additional prompts on the app to create “Family

Name” or “Room Management” and locations. And “Scenarios”. In this manner lights

can be IoT connected to one another and controlled by the app and extended

internet services. TuyaSmarts Help Center is a useful place to seek ideas or advice or

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to solve problems with connectivity. Locate the HelpCenter under “Me” at the

bottom of your TuysSmart app screen.

Find the link to “More Services” on as well to locate connectivity services for Alexa or

Google Assistant. More services are being added so visit the TuyaSmart app often to

learn more.

WARRANTY

FGI is committed to manufacturing and distributing the highest quality products with

the highest level of workmanship in the marketplace. We provide a limited 5 year

warranty for the FGI Uniformity Pro against defects in manufacturing. Please see our

website for a download of our warranty terms and conditions.