Gen 1.3 – Setup https://help.mistaway.com/category/gen-1-3-setup/ MistAway TechSelfHelp Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:13:25 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.0.2 https://help.mistaway.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/02/cropped-MistAway-Help-Logo-32x32.png Gen 1.3 – Setup https://help.mistaway.com/category/gen-1-3-setup/ 32 32 Gen 1.3: Setup Checklist https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-setup-checklist-part-1-of-3/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-setup-checklist-part-1-of-3/ To download and print the manual, click Gen 1.3 Manual. -1.  Pick a Suitable Location On firm level surface with good access for service. Free from flooding or sprinklers. Near GFCI outlet.  Unit’s power cord is 12 ft.  NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD! Unit requires 120V and 15 amp circuit.  Test with multi-meter.   0. […]

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-1.  Pick a Suitable Location

  • On firm level surface with good access for service.
  • Free from flooding or sprinklers.
  • Near GFCI outlet.  Unit’s power cord is 12 ft.  NEVER USE AN EXTENSION CORD!
  • Unit requires 120V and 15 amp circuit.  Test with multi-meter.

 

0.  Assemble the Unit

  • Verify finish kit:
    • Remote transmitter
    • Soft drum lid cover
    • Pump suction tubing and filter
    • Auto-Drain Valve assembly
    • Agitator j-tube and mixing eductor (if agitated unit)
    • 4 each – bolts, flat washers, lock washers, nuts
  • Turn the unit upside down on towel to protect plastic housing.
  • Invert lid and rotate so that holes line up with fittings.
  • Insert lines into fittings:
    • 1/2″ Pump suction line into pump – ENSURE IT IS SEATED!
    • 1/4″ Auto Drain Valve,
    • 3/8″ Agitation J-tube, if “with Agitator” unit
  • Secure chassis to lid:
    • Sequence – bolt, chassis, lid, flat washer, lock washer, nut
    • Place and hand tighten all four connections
    • Tighten with 7/16″ wrenches:
  • Place lid assembly on drum.  Secure with gray drum ring.
  • For video, see Installation – Setting Up a Gen 1.3 Drum Unit (12:19)


1.  Test System and Inspect the Nozzle Circuit

  • Connect nozzle circuit to 1/4″ bulkhead fitting.
  • Install optional zone kit.  For instructions, see Gen 1.3:  Zone Kit Installation
  • Plug unit into outlet and confirm controller boots up.
  • Fill drum through bung on lid and set level:
    • 12-15 inches of water only.  DO NOT ADD CONCENTRATE YET!
    • if 125 gallon drum unit, set TNK in SETUP Menu to 125.
    • Set gas gauge LEVEL in MAINTENANCE Menu to 2 bars.
  • Inspect nozzle circuit for leaks
    • Run inspection cycle, INS in MAINTENANCE Menu.  System will pressure up and mist.
    • Check nozzle circuit for leaks and repair.
    • Repeat
    • If zone kit, inspect both zones with INS 1 and INS 2.
  • Confirm pump pressure is 250 psi.
    • Run inspection cycle.
    • If necessary, adjust pump bypass with flathead screwdriver.  Port located back left corner of housing.

2.  Install the Nozzle Circuit Filter

  • Mount filter head to bracket with screws.
  • FILL FILTER CANISTER WITH WATER!
  • Confirm o-ring on top of the canister is seated in groove, then screw filter housing onto the filter head.
  • Snap bracket and filter onto gray drum ring
  • Cut and connect 1/4″ tubing following direction of flow arrows
    • Use enough tubing to be able set filter on ground during service
    • “IN” – misting unit to filter
    • “OUT” – filter to nozzle circuit
  • For more details and photos, see Installing Nozzle Circuit Filter

 

3.  Orient and Test the Handheld Remote Transmitter

  • Set parameters in controller:
    • Set System Mode to Auto Everday on home screen
    • Set NOZ in SETUP Menu to nozzle count.  Set NOZ 1 and NOZ 2 if zone kit.
    • Set REM (remote mist duration) in SETUP Menu to desired.  45 secs is common.
  • Put receiver in misting unit into “learn” mode
    • LRT in SET-UP Menu.  Press and hold green button
    • Countdown starts
  • Put handheld transmitter in “learn” mode
    • Find recessed pairing button on back of transmitter
    • Use paperclip to press and quickly release button. DO NOT HOLD PAIRING BUTTON DOWN!
    • Blue LED will flash several times
    • Controller will display “DONE”
    • Press MIST on handheld to complete pairing
  • Test remote by pressing MIST.  Stop cycle by pressing STOP MIST
  • For more detail and troubleshooting, see “Learning” the iMist2-ready Handheld Remote Transmitter

 

4.  Test Leak Detection

  • Confirm the unit has leak detection option installed.  LD in DATA Menu will be ON
  • Press MIST on handheld transmitter and allow for a complete remote mist cycle
  • If controller displays ERR3, there is probably a leak.
  • Clear the error by pressing and holding Red Stop button and run another remote mist to confirm

 

5.  Add Concentrate, Top OFF Drum, Set Level to Full

  • Unapproved concentrates may damage the system or may not be legal to apply through the system.  Make sure concentrate is in Gen 1.3:  Approved Insecticides
  • Calculate required volume of concentrate:
  • Use funnel to add concentrate to drum through bung on lid
  • Apply adhesive-backed label supplied with concentrate to side of drum
  • Fill drum with water to 3 inches from top.  Do not overfill.  Maintain 6″ air gap between hose and fluid level.
  • Set gas gauge LEVEL in Maintenace Menu to full

 

6.  Set Mist Cycles

  • Confirm day and time on home screen are correct.  If not, reset in DAY/TIME Menu.
  • Set mist duration and time for each cycle in CYCLES Menu.  24 possible daily mist cycles.
  • A common program is:
    • Morning:  around 7:00 am for 45 seconds (after sprinkler system has run)
    • Dusk:  around 7:00 pm for 45 seconds
    • Night:  around 11:00 pm for 45 seconds
  • You may need to set other parameters in the SET-UP Menu (eg if you are installing a wind sensor).  You’ll find a complete list at Gen 1.3 Controller:  Menus  Otherwise, accept the defaults.

 

7.  Button Up the Unit

  • Confirm System Mode set to Auto Everyday on home screen.
  • Put the waterproof cover over the unit, fitting the elastic at under the lip at the edge of the drum

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]]> Gen 1.3: Operating Instructions https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-operating-instructions/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-operating-instructions/ See Gen 1.3:  Setup Checklist Watch Setting Up a Gen 1.3 Drum Unit (12:19) See Controller:  “Learning” the iMist2-ready Handheld Remote Transmitter See Gen 1.3:  Approved Insecticides See Gen 1.3 – Troubleshooting See Important Safety Instructions See Warranty

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Watch Setting Up a Gen 1.3 Drum Unit (12:19)

See Controller:  “Learning” the iMist2-ready Handheld Remote Transmitter

See Gen 1.3:  Approved Insecticides

See Gen 1.3 – Troubleshooting

See Important Safety Instructions

See Warranty

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]]> Gen 1.3 Option: Leak Detection and TOLerance https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-leak-detection-and-tolerance/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-leak-detection-and-tolerance/ Leak Detection is an option – usually factory installed: Enables Gen 1.3 to detect a leak in the nozzle circuit and suspend misting. Enables Gen 1.3 to accurately report the level of remaining solution in the drum  See Gen 1.3:  Level Display Required to enable full functionality of iMistAway. To function properly, the leak TOLerance should be calibrated to reflect the […]

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  • Enables Gen 1.3 to detect a leak in the nozzle circuit and suspend misting.
  • Enables Gen 1.3 to accurately report the level of remaining solution in the drum  See Gen 1.3:  Level Display
  • Required to enable full functionality of iMistAway.

To function properly, the leak TOLerance should be calibrated to reflect the number of nozzles on the nozzle circuit.  Leak Detection will not function on systems (or zones) with fewer than 12 nozzles because the flow meter is not reliable at very low flows.  And, it may not function reliably with mist durations shorter than 15 seconds.

To determine if Leak Detection is installed:

  • Remove the controller from the unit and look for the flowmeter as pictured.

  • The flowmeter is secured to the chassis with a zip-tie, and is installed on the discharge side of the pump, downstream of the agitation valve, on the tubing that feeds the nozzle circuit.

To determine if Leak Detection is operating:

  • Go to the DATA Menu and cycle through the variables by pressing the Green ► button.
  • Values labeled FL, TL, AFR, and TOL indicate that Leak Detection is operating.

To configure Leak Detection TOLerance for Nozzle Count

  • DATA Menu, TOL.  Press and hold Green ► button for 5 seconds
  • Use ▲ or ▼ buttons to adjust value based on nozzle count:
Nozzle Count Tolerance (TOL)
less than 30 75%
30 to 50 50%
greater than 50 25%

 

To disable Leak Detection:

  • Unplug misting unit.
  • Unplug the gray cable shown from the 6 pin connector on the back of controller as pictured below.
  • Restore power to misting unit.

 

 

 

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]]> Installing Nozzle Circuit Filter https://help.mistaway.com/installing-nozzle-circuit-filter/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/installing-nozzle-circuit-filter/   WARNING! AIR TRAPPED IN THE FILTER DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND SYSTEM STARTUP COULD CAUSE VIOLENT RUPTURE OF THE FILTER HOUSING RESULTING IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY! FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. Do not remove Pressure Relief Valve Assembly Before installing filter or replacing element, ensure nozzles are misting, there are no kinks or blocks in the nozzle circuit and the pump pressure […]

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WARNING!

AIR TRAPPED IN THE FILTER DUE TO IMPROPER INSTALLATION AND SYSTEM STARTUP COULD CAUSE VIOLENT RUPTURE OF THE FILTER HOUSING RESULTING IN SEVERE PERSONAL INJURY!

FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY.

  • Do not remove Pressure Relief Valve Assembly
  • Before installing filter or replacing element, ensure nozzles are misting, there are no kinks or blocks in the nozzle circuit and the pump pressure does not exceed 250 psi.
  • Fill filter housing completely with water.
  • If necessary, adjust pump pressure to a maximum of 250 psi.


Time:  5 minutes

Tools:

  • Phillips screwdriver
  • Flathead screwdriver (to adjust pump pressure)

Gen 1.3 55 Gal Kit – (PN #29013)

 

Gen 1.3 125 Gal Kit – (PN 29125)

Gen 3 Retrofit Kit – (PN #29030)
 

Gen 3 (New) Kit – (PN #29040)
 

1.  Before installing filter or replacing element, ensure nozzles are misting, there are no kinks or blocks in nozzle circuit, and the PUMP PRESSURE DOES NOT EXCEED 250 PSI!

2.  Mount filter head to bracket using 4 included screws.

If Gen 1.3, mount bracket (with attached filter) to gray ring on drum.

  • Position bracket at angle to drum ring as shown.
  • Press bracket onto ring with one hand while pushing filter toward drum with the other.

If Gen 3, mount bracket (with attached filter) to right wall of misting unit.

  • Retrofit Gen 3 – hangs from sidewall and secured with set screw.
  • New Gen 3 – mounts to right sidewall with screws.

 

3.  Open filter housing and confirm O-ring is seated in groove at the top of housing.

If missing, flip over the filter head and look there.

4.  Fill filter housing completely with water!

5.  Position filter element in the center of the housing and screw filter housing onto filter head.

6.  Direction of flow is important.  Connect 1/4″ tubing from misting unit to the port on the pressure relieve valve and from “OUT” to the nozzle circuit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

  • If Gen 1.3, leave enough slack tubing on both sides to be able to remove filter from drum and set it on the ground when you remove the drum lid for service.
  • Remove any 1/4″ inline filters that may have been previously installed and verify that there are no kinks in tubing that could cause pressure buildup.

7. Execute a MIST and, if necessary, adjust pump pressure to a MAXIMUM OF 250 PSI!

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]]> Controller: “Learning” the iMist2-ready Handheld Remote Transmitter https://help.mistaway.com/controller-learning-the-imist2-ready-handheld-remote-transmitter/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/controller-learning-the-imist2-ready-handheld-remote-transmitter/ The “iMist2-ready” handheld transmitter with the light colored label will communicate with the white “iMist2-ready” receiver but not with the first generation (black) receiver.    1.  Put the iMist2-ready receiver on the misting unit into “Learn” mode at the controller SET-UP Menu, LRT Press and hold Green ► button for 5 seconds until LRT is […]

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]]> The “iMist2-ready” handheld transmitter with the light colored label will communicate with the white “iMist2-ready” receiver but not with the first generation (black) receiver.

  

1.  Put the iMist2-ready receiver on the misting unit into “Learn” mode at the controller

  • SET-UP Menu, LRT
  • Press and hold Green ► button for 5 seconds until LRT is displayed and countdown starts

 

2.  While the controller is counting down, put the handheld transmitter into “Learn” mode with a paper clip

  • Pull the plastic “battery-save” protection tab (if present) from remote transmitter.
  • Use the supplied paperclip to press and quickly release the recessed pairing button on back of transmitter.  DO NOT HOLD PAIRING BUTTON DOWN!
  • The blue LED above the button will flash several times, indicating it is in pairing mode
  • The controller display will indicate DONE when the transmitter and receiver are paired with each other.

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3.  If countdown continues without displaying DONE . . . 

  • In Step 2, if the pairing button is held down too long, the remote transmitter may have entered a frozen mode and will not pair with the receiver. You can tell if this has occurred by pressing (but not holding) the pairing button with the paper clip.  If the blue LED flashes twice, it is in the frozen mode.
  • If this has occurred, press and release the pairing button 4 times in succession.  On the 5th press, hold the button down for about 3 seconds.  While the button is pressed, the blue LED will be solid and then double blink.  After the double blink, release the button.
  • You should now be able to pair the transmitter and receiver by repeating step 2.

4.  Confirm “Learn” by activating a remote mist cycle

  • Confirm System Mode is set to REM or AUTO-Everyday
  • Confirm Level:  Gen1.3 – MAINTENANCE Menu, Level; Gen 3 – MAINTENANCE Menu, REFILL routine
  • Confirm number of nozzles:  SET-Up Menu, NOZ
  • Confirm remote mist duration:  SET-UP Menu, REM
  • Press MIST on handheld
  • LED on front of handheld will light when it receives confirming signal from iMist2-ready receiver on unit and unit will begin its mist cycle.

To troubleshoot a remote that is not working, please visit our Unit not responding to command from white remote transmitter article for guidance.

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]]> Gen 1.3: Approved Insecticides https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-approved-insecticides/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-approved-insecticides/ * Please Note: Using any non-MistAway approved concentrate with a Gen 1.3 Drum System will void the manufacturer’s warranty. Click on links for labels, MSDS and misting-specific language. Conventional Formulations in Gen 1.3 systems – with Label Recommended Rates Sector – Synthetic Permethrin (10%), PBO (10%) RECOMMENDED Dilute 1oz concentrate with 109 oz water to yield […]

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* Please Note: Using any non-MistAway approved concentrate with a Gen 1.3 Drum System will void the manufacturer’s warranty.

Click on links for labels, MSDS and misting-specific language.

Conventional Formulations in Gen 1.3 systems – with Label Recommended Rates

Exempt (Green) Formulations in Gen 1.3 systems – with Label Recommended Rates

  • Stop the Bites! – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (1%), Lemongrass Oil (5%), Geraniol (4.5%), Castor Oil (6%), Cedarwood Oil (3%), Corn Oil (0.5%)
  • Naprovit Pro Plus – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (8%), Soybean Oil (2%), Corn Oil (1%)
  • Zero Bite – Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (3.84%), Geraniol (1%), Clove Oil (0.5%), Peppermint Oil (0.25%)
    • APPROVED
    • Dilute 1oz concentrate with 54 oz water to yield 0.23% combined active ingredients in mist
    • 55 Gal:  128 oz
    • 125 Gal:  291 oz
    • Manufacturer: Pyranha
    • Label, MSDS
  • Essentria IC-3 – Rosemary Oil (10%), Geraniol (5%), Peppermint Oil (2%)
    • NOT APPROVED
    • incompatible with check valves in nozzles, does not stay mixed in drum
    • Manufacturer:  Zoecon
    • Label, MSDS
  • Eco Via EC – Thyme Oil (20%), 2-Phenethyl Propionate (14%), Rosemary Oil (8%)

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]]> Gen 1.3 Option: iMistAway https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-imistaway/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-imistaway/ iMist2 is our second generation wireless technology that allows our dealers to monitor and manage misting units over the internet. For an introduction to iMistAway, see iMist – Intro Video (8:41) For installation instructions, see iMist2:  Setup Part 1- Installing and Activating the Gateway

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]]> iMist2 is our second generation wireless technology that allows our dealers to monitor and manage misting units over the internet.

For an introduction to iMistAway, see iMist – Intro Video (8:41)

For installation instructions, see iMist2:  Setup Part 1- Installing and Activating the Gateway

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]]> Gen 1.3 Option: Zone Kit https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-zone-kit/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-zone-kit/ Pictured:  Gen 1.3 Zone Kit on mounting bracket. Disconnect Power to the Unit.  The zone kit will be recognized when the controller boots up after the Zone Kit is connected. 2.  Secure the zone kit mounting bracket to the chassis using the bolt at the front right corner of the chassis as shown. 3.  Push zone […]

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]]> Pictured:  Gen 1.3 Zone Kit on mounting bracket.

Disconnect Power to the Unit.  The zone kit will be recognized when the controller boots up after the Zone Kit is connected.

2.  Secure the zone kit mounting bracket to the chassis using the bolt at the front right corner of the chassis as shown.

3.  Push zone kit wire harness adaptor through access port as shown.

4.  Lift controller from shroud and connect the lead from the zone kit to the 4-pin connector labeled “ZONE CONTROL.”

4.  Connect 1/4″ tubing from the unit to the zone kit inlet as illustrated with the white tubing.  Use enough tubing to avoid a kink.  Connect the tubing feeding each nozzle circuit to the ports shown as “Zone 1” and “Zone 2.”

4a.  If the unit has a nozzle circuit filter, connect 1/4″ tubing from the unit to the IN port on the filter and connect tubing from the OUT port on the filter to the zone kit inlet port as shown.

6. Restore power to the unit.

7.  Set the number of nozzles per zone.

  • SET-UP Menu, NZ1 and NZ2
  • If you see only NOZ, verify Zone Kit connector is plugged into ZONE CONTROL port on controller and cycle the power to the unit.

If you only see NOZ in the SET-UP Menu, verify the zone kit connector is plugged into the ZONE CONTROL port on the controller and cycle the power to the unit.

8.  Set the remote zone control.

  • SET-UP Menu, RMZ
  • RMZ1:  remote mist in Zone 1 only
  • RMZ2:  remote mist in Zone 2 only
  • RMZ 1/2:  remote mist in Zone 1, then in Zone 2

9.  Set the automatic mist zones.

  • SET-UP Menu, ZNC
  • if ZNC = BTH, both zones will mist on same schedule with the same mist duration.  In the CYCLES Menu, you can configure schedule and duration for each of 24 mist cycles, C1 – C24.

  • If ZNC = IND, each zone can operate on its own schedule.  In the CYCLES Menu, you configure Zone 1 schedule and duration in 12 possible mist cycles, A1 – A12.  You configure Zone 2 schedule and duration in cycles B1 – B12.
  • You’ll find B1 sequentially after A12 in the CYCLES Menu.

10.  Run an inspection cycle on each zone.

  • MAINTENANCE Menu
  • INS1 for Zone 1 and INS2 for Zone 2.  Press and hold Green ► button for 5 seconds to start.

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]]> Gen 1.3 or Gen 3 Option: Wind Sensor https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-wind-sensor/ Thu, 01 Jan 1970 00:00:00 +0000 https://help.mistaway.com/gen-1-3-option-wind-sensor/ Content coming soon! Establish Optional Wind Sensor SET-UP Menu, SEN If sensor installed, ON.  Otherwise, set to OFF. Set Max Wind Speed (wind sensor required) SET-UP Menu, WND Set max wind speed Verify ALT value is 0

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Establish Optional Wind Sensor

  • SET-UP Menu, SEN
  • If sensor installed, ON.  Otherwise, set to OFF.

Set Max Wind Speed (wind sensor required)

  • SET-UP Menu, WND
  • Set max wind speed
  • Verify ALT value is 0

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