Rain Bird ESP-8 - User Manual

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Installation,
Programming,
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ESP-4
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ESP-8
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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
If you want to:
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

OPERATING THE CONTROLLER

Turn Controller On and Off

Instructions for switching the controller between AUTO and OFF modes.

REPLACING THE BATTERY

INSTALLING THE CONTROLLER

Select Location

Mount Controller

Connect Field Wiring

Station Valve Wiring

How to connect individual station valves to the controller's terminals.

Master Valve; Pump Start Relay Wiring

Wiring instructions for optional master valves or pump start relays.

Connect Transformer

TROUBLESHOOTING

Rain Bird ESP-8 Specifications

General

Type	Modular
Mounting	Indoor
Start Times per Program	4
Cycle and Soak	Yes
Sensor Input	Yes
Backup Battery	No
Stations	8