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soil infiltration rate
The rate at which soils accept water.
solenoid
A portion of a field valve that receives a 24 V AC electrical current from the controller.
station schedule
The watering schedule for one of the stations controlled by the controller.
valve
A manual or electrically operated device used to control flow of water in an irrigation system.
water budget
A feature available in some controllers and central control systems allowing adjustment of water application times
without reprogramming each station or irrigation schedule.
watering cycle
The complete cycle of watering for all stations controlled by the controller.
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