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    AFS feed mode

    Hi all,

    I just purchased the AFS. I am simply trying to set 'feed mode A' to 'on' via the main dashboard.

    When I press on the 'A', the drum rotates as expected and a countdown from 4:40 starts. Once that countdown finishes though, 'A' automatically deselects itself.

    I assume this is not a programming issue given I can't even get feed mode to stay on to execute the code in the first place.

    It seems I cant select any of the feed modes ABC or D and get them to stay on. Screenshot sequences attached. If anyone can help me get feed mode to stay on it would be much appreciated!

    Thanks!!!

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    Feed modes are timers - what you describe is normal behavior.

    You can configure how long Feed cycles lasts by changing the Feed Interval on the Misc Settings page.

    You then program the desired outputs to turn on of off while a feed cycle is active.

    If FeedA 000 Then ON

    If FeedC 000 Then OFF

    Optionally, you can add an additional extension to the base duration of the feed cycle:

    Set ON
    If FeedB 003 Then OFF

    With that last example the output will turn off when FeedB is activated and will stay off for 3 more minutes after FeedB expires.


    BTW, it looks like you have not properly set the Apex clock for your location there in AU. Use the Clock Task in Apex Fusion to set it correctly.
    Please do not send me PMs with technical questions or requesting assistance - use the forums for Apex help. PM me ONLY if the matter is of a private or personal nature. Thanks.

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    Thanks Russ that's a great help. My issue was exactly that - the apex clock running 2 hours ahead and hence the drum not rotating when i expected

    Appreciate your note - now for more complex programming!!!

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    Am replying to this thread as it most closely aligns to the question / problem I am having trying to program my AFS feed cycle for when I am away from my tank. In my Return pump and skimmer scripts, I have the statements "If FeedA 000 them OFF". I used the wizard to program the AFS (3 rotations). If I let things go according to the times I defined for the AFS to activate, the AFS works as expected, however neither the Return Pump or the Skimmer shut off. If however, I press the "A" feed cycle button on the dashboard, the Return pump and skimmer shut off as expected but I get only 1 rotation of the AFS. Any help / advice on what I am doing wrong will be much appreciated.

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    Quote Originally Posted by perjonas View Post
    Am replying to this thread as it most closely aligns to the question / problem I am having trying to program my AFS feed cycle for when I am away from my tank. In my Return pump and skimmer scripts, I have the statements "If FeedA 000 them OFF". I used the wizard to program the AFS (3 rotations). If I let things go according to the times I defined for the AFS to activate, the AFS works as expected, however neither the Return Pump or the Skimmer shut off. If however, I press the "A" feed cycle button on the dashboard, the Return pump and skimmer shut off as expected but I get only 1 rotation of the AFS. Any help / advice on what I am doing wrong will be much appreciated.
    You have to use a virtual outlet to trigger everything.

    Ex 3 rotations at 7pm. Return stays off 5 minutes after final rotation

    vFeed
    Set OFF
    If Time 19:00 to 19:07 Then ON
    (Optional feed statements)

    StopAFS
    Set OFF
    If Output vFeed = ON Then ON
    Defer 002:59 Then OFF

    AFS
    OSC 000:00/000:30/000:30 Then ON
    If Output vFeed = OFF Then OFF
    If Output StopAFS = ON Then OFF

    Return
    (Existing code)
    If Output vFeed = ON Then OFF

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    Quote Originally Posted by zombie View Post
    You have to use a virtual outlet to trigger everything.

    Ex 3 rotations at 7pm. Return stays off 5 minutes after final rotation

    vFeed
    Set OFF
    If Time 19:00 to 19:07 Then ON
    (Optional feed statements)

    StopAFS
    Set OFF
    If Output vFeed = ON Then ON
    Defer 002:59 Then OFF

    AFS
    OSC 000:00/000:30/000:30 Then ON
    If Output vFeed = OFF Then OFF
    If Output StopAFS = ON Then OFF

    Return
    (Existing code)
    If Output vFeed = ON Then OFF

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    Hi,

    Which line of code sets the rotation to 3?

    Is it "If Time 19:00 to 19:07 Then ON"?

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    Quote Originally Posted by Fringe09 View Post
    Hi,

    Which line of code sets the rotation to 3?

    Is it "If Time 19:00 to 19:07 Then ON"?
    The stopAFS and startAFS outlets determine the number of rotations. The difference in time between the two is how they are set.

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    I see the StopAFS section. Is that a second virtual outlet?


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    Quote Originally Posted by Fringe09 View Post
    I see the StopAFS section. Is that a second virtual outlet?


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    Usually I show both. The startAFS is used to delay the first rotation if desired. In this particular case that was omitted because the OP didnt request a delayed start on the first rotation.

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    Quote Originally Posted by zombie View Post
    Usually I show both. The startAFS is used to delay the first rotation if desired. In this particular case that was omitted because the OP didnt request a delayed start on the first rotation.

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    Oh, okay.


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    Quote Originally Posted by RussM View Post
    Feed modes are timers - what you describe is normal behavior.

    You can configure how long Feed cycles lasts by changing the Feed Interval on the Misc Settings page.

    You then program the desired outputs to turn on of off while a feed cycle is active.

    If FeedA 000 Then ON

    If FeedC 000 Then OFF

    Optionally, you can add an additional extension to the base duration of the feed cycle:

    Set ON
    If FeedB 003 Then OFF

    With that last example the output will turn off when FeedB is activated and will stay off for 3 more minutes after FeedB expires.


    BTW, it looks like you have not properly set the Apex clock for your location there in AU. Use the Clock Task in Apex Fusion to set it correctly.
    Why is my MP40 staying off when feeder kicks on?
    MP40 settings
    Fallback ON
    Set ON
    If FeedA 005 Then OFF
    If FeedB 005 Then OFF
    If Output V-feed = ON Then OFF

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    Feeder

    Feeder
    Set OFF
    If Output V-feed = ON Then ON
    Defer 000:30 Then ON

    V-Feed
    Set OFF
    If Time 10:00 to 08:03 Then ON
    If Time 15:00 to 15:03 Then ON

    Mp40
    Fallback ON
    Set ON
    If FeedA 005 Then OFF
    If FeedB 005 Then OFF
    If Output V-feed = ON Then OFF
    Defer 002:00 Then ON

    MP40 stays off

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