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ESP-ME3 Controller
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ESP-ME3 Controller User Manual
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Hazardous Warnings
WARNING
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result
in death or serious injury.
CAUTION
Indicates a hazardous situation that, if not avoided, could result
in minor or moderate injury.
NOTICE
Indicates information considered important, but not hazard-re-
lated (e.g., messages relating to property damage).
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Specific safety-related instructions or procedures are described.
Symbols & User Operation
A
NUMBERS define a series of steps for the user to follow in
order to operate the controller.

NOTE: Notifies the user of important operating instructions
related to controller functionality, installation or mainte-
nance.

REPEAT: Indicates that a repetition of previous steps or
actions may be required for further operation, or to complete
a process.
Introduction ..................................................3
Welcome to Rain Bird ................................................... 3
The Intelligent Use of Water® .........................................3
ESP-ME3 Controller Features ...................................... 3
WiFi Enabled .........................................................................3
Installation ...................................................4
Mount Controller .......................................................... 4
Connect Valves ....................................................................4
Connect Master Valve (optional) ................................... 4
Connect Pump Start Relay (optional) .......................... 5
Connect Flow Sensor (optional) ....................................5
Connect Weather Sensor (optional) .............................6
Connect Power ....................................................................6
Station Expansion Modules ........................................ 7
Install Modules ....................................................................7
Station Numbering ............................................................8
Complete Controller Installation ............................... 8
Normal Operation ........................................8
Controls and Features .................................................. 8
AUTO .......................................................................................9
OFF ...........................................................................................9
Display Indicators ......................................................... 9
Basic Programming ....................................10
1. Set Date and Time .................................................. 10
2. Set Watering Start Times ......................................10
3. Set Station Run Times ...........................................10
4. Set Water Days ........................................................ 10
Custom Days of the Week ............................................. 10
Program-Based Scheduling ...................................... 11
Common Programming Error ..................................... 11
Manual Watering Options ..........................11
Test All Stations ...........................................................11
Run a Single Station ...................................................11
Run a Single Program ................................................ 12
Advanced Programming ............................12
Odd or Even Calendar Days ......................................12
Cyclic Days ....................................................................12
Seasonal Adjust ...........................................................13
Delay Watering ............................................................13
Permanent Days Off ................................................... 13
Special Features..........................................14
Options ....................................................... 14
Reset Button ................................................................14
Remote Accessories .................................................... 14
Detached Programming ............................................ 15
Battery Life ...................................................................15
Appendix .....................................................15
Troubleshooting .........................................................15
Error Detection ................................................................. 15
Programming Errors (blinking LED) .......................... 15
Electrical Errors (non-blinking LED) .......................... 15
Flow Alarms .......................................................................16
Watering Issues................................................................. 16
Electrical Issues (solid LED illuminated)................... 17