Westfalia Tree Watering Bag

Introduction

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Safety Notes and Operation

⚠️ Please note the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions, damage or physical injury:

• Please read this manual carefully and use the device only according to this manual.
• Dispose of used packaging material carefully or store it out of the reach of children. There is a danger of suffocation! ?
• Persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed to use the device, unless they are supervised and briefed for their safety by a qualified person.
• Keep small children away from the article. The article is not a toy. ?❌
• Keep animals away from article in order to avoid damages. ?
• The tree watering bag is not intended for permanent installation. Use only as required for 2 – 3 watering seasons.
• Do not attach the tree watering bag to the black loops or hang them up. ??
• Do not move or transport the filled tree watering bag or open the zipper. ?➡️
• Do not tear or enlarge the filling opening. ?✂️

Assembly and Using

1. Place the watering bag around the tree trunk and close the zipper. [Diagram shows the bag being placed around a tree trunk and the zipper being closed.]
2. Fill the watering bag with approximately 10 litres of clean water. [Diagram shows the bag being filled with water.]
3. Lift the watering bag by the upper loops to correctly position the watering holes on the bottom. [Diagram shows the bag being lifted by the top loops to position the bottom watering holes.]
4. Fill the watering bag completely with clean water. [Diagram shows the fully filled bag positioned around the tree.]

Function Principle

The water flows through the watering bag directly to the root area of the tree. This way, the water is slowly released into the soil and continuously moistens it. The dripping time is several hours (approx. 5 – 8 hours with complete filling).

Intended Use

The tree watering bag is suitable for the following applications (in combination with liquid fertiliser):

• For mobile irrigation of new planting and existing trees.
• For maintaining the soil moisture during extreme drought.
• For planting and transplanting trees and shrubs.
• For rapid strengthening and stimulation of root growth.
• During the maintenance steps to promote growth.
• To reduce the effects of root loss.
• To remedy various defects (e.g. road salt damage).
• To reduce the effects of severe root loss (e.g. during excavations).
• After strong tree surgery.
• To supplement location-improving measures.
• To improve the natural defence system.
• To increase vitality.
• After unsealing root surfaces.

General Notes

The tree watering bag is not intended for permanent installation. Only use the bag for 2 – 3 watering seasons. If the tree has adapted or has survived the dry season, please empty the watering bag, dismantle it and store it cleaned in a frost-proof and dry place. The irrigation bag is reusable.

In the first three years after planting, the watering bag should be used. During this period, from April/May – August/September (depending on soil moisture situation and natural precipitation), the watering bag should be used as follows:

*For larger trunk circumferences, take two tree watering bags and fasten them together with the zippers.

Fill the watering bag only with clear, clean water! If there is no clean water, filter the water (e.g. with a cotton cloth) at the end of the hose.

When using liquid fertiliser, first mix the fertiliser with water and then pour the solution filtered into the tree watering bag.

If the holes become clogged, remove the watering bag and clean the holes thoroughly before repositioning it. Hint: If necessary, cover the ground with bark mulch for a few centimetres to prevent the soil from clogging the holes.

For newly planted trees, mount the watering bag so that the bag cannot displace/crush the newly planted tree. Pay particular attention to a secure position of the watering bag on slopes. For old trees, always install the watering bag on a slope uphill.

For the use of liquid fertiliser in the watering bag, please refer to specialist literature, as the choice of the fertiliser, the application periods and techniques must be specially adapted to the respective tree species.

Technical Data

Customer Services and Disposal

Customer Services

Germany

Westfalia Werkzeugstraße 1 D-58093 Hagen

Telefon: (0180) 5 30 31 32

Telefax: (0180) 5 30 31 30

Internet: www.westfalia.de

Switzerland

Westfalia Wydenhof 3a CH-3422 Kirchberg (BE)

Telefon: (034) 4 13 80 00

Telefax: (034) 4 13 80 01

Internet: www.westfalia-versand.ch

Austria

Westfalia Moosham 31 A-4943 Geinberg OÖ

Telefon: (07723) 4 27 59 54

Telefax: (07723) 4 27 59 23

Internet: www.westfalia-versand.at

Disposal

Dear Customer, Please help avoid waste materials. If you at some point intend to dispose of this article, then please keep in mind that many of its components consist of valuable materials, which can be recycled. Please do not discharge it in the rubbish bin, but check with your local council for recycling facilities in your area.