Rain Bird ESP-4 - User Manual

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Installation,
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Change the time of day............................ page 4
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Turn the controller off and on
(for example, because of rain).................. page 8
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Adjust watering times for all stations
(for example, during a hot or cool period)... page 9
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Start the sprinkler system manually.......... page 9
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Run the test program............................... page 10
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Install a new battery................................ page 14
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Troubleshoot a controller problem............. page 14
Quick Reference Guide
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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing a Rain Bird ESP solid state controller. This manual describes how to in-
stall, operate, and maintain your controller. Please read these instructions carefully. For your conve-
nience, we have included a Quick Reference Guide below, so you can quickly find instructions for com-
mon tasks.

Summary

INTRODUCTION

Quick Reference Guide

Provides a guide to common tasks and their corresponding page numbers.

Controller Stations

Sample Station Layout

Illustrates the physical connection of the controller to remote valves and sprinklers.

Controls and Switches

Details the various buttons, dials, and display elements on the controller face.

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER

Programming Checklist

Lists the sequential steps required for initial controller programming.

Fill Out Program Schedule Sheet

Instructs users to complete a schedule sheet before programming the controller.

Select Watering Schedule

Set Current Time

Set Current Day

Custom Schedule

Details setting watering days for custom schedules using the dial.

Fixed Schedule

Explains setting watering days for fixed schedules (e.g., every 2, 3, or 5 days).

Select Program

Set Station Watering Days

Set Station Run Times

Set Watering Start Times

OPERATING THE CONTROLLER

Turn Controller On and Off

Instructions for switching the controller between AUTO and OFF modes.

Adjust Water Budget Percent

Use Manual Start; Advance

Run Test Program

REPLACING THE BATTERY

INSTALLING THE CONTROLLER

Select Location

Guidance on choosing the optimal mounting location for the controller.

Mount Controller

Step-by-step instructions for physically mounting the controller unit.

Connect Field Wiring

Station Valve Wiring

Explains how to connect individual station valves to the controller terminals.

Master Valve; Pump Start Relay Wiring

Details wiring for master valves or pump start relays.

Jumper Settings for Unused Stations

Connect Transformer

Install Battery

TROUBLESHOOTING

Rain Bird ESP-4 Specifications

General

Brand	Rain Bird
Model	ESP-4
Category	Controller
Language	English