Rain Bird ESP-RZXe User Manual

8
Installation
Outdoor Model
Mount Controller
 Choose a suitable mounting location with access
to an external electrical power source. Allow
clearance for the controller unit’s hinged door
to swing fully open to the left and clearance for
conduit connections below the unit.
 Pull open the outer door of the controller and
swing it to the left; then grasp the wiring bay
cover and pull it towards you to remove it.
 Drive a mounting screw into the wall. Leave an
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the
wall surface.
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NOTE: If necesssary, use the provided anchors
to assure that screws can be tightened securely.
 Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
unit and hang the unit securely on the mounting
screw.
KEYHOLE
 Drive a second mounting screw through the
open hole inside the wiring bay and into the
wall. Verify that the unit is fastened securely to
the wall.
CONNECT
120 VAC
REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
SENS
12345678CM
RESET
Connect Power
The ESP-RZXe outdoor controller has an internal
transformer that reduces supply voltage (120 VAC
in U.S. models; 230 VAC in international models; 240
VAC in Australian models) to 24 VAC. You will need to
connect power supply wires to the transformer’s three
wires. (Line, Neutral, Ground).
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WARNING: Electric shock can cause severe
injury or death. Make sure power supply is
turned OFF before connecting power wires.
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WARNING: All electrical connections and
wiring runs must comply with local building
codes.
3 IN.
1/8 IN.
8 IN.

Rain Bird ESP-RZXe Specifications

General

Zones	4, 6, or 8
Enclosure	Indoor/Outdoor
Start Times per Zone	6
Manual Watering	Yes
Delay Between Zones	Yes
Sensor Compatibility	Yes
Transformer Output	24 VAC
Pump/Master Valve Output	Yes
Voltage	24 VAC
Watering Start Times	6 per zone
Cycle + Soak	Yes
Sensor Input	1
Enclosure Rating	NEMA 3R
Wi-Fi Connectivity	Optional, with LNK2 WiFi Module
Programming	Zone-based
Display	Large LCD display
Power Source	24V AC transformer
Weather Sensing	Yes, via optional WR2 Wireless Rain Sensor or wired rain sensor
Remote Compatibility	Yes, with optional WiFi module
Station Output	24 VAC 650mA
Station Run Time	1 to 199 minutes
Backup Battery	No
Weight	680 g