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Rain Bird ESP-SMT - User Manual

Rain Bird ESP-SMT
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ESP-SMT Smart Modular Control System
Installation & Operation Guide

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Rain Bird ESP-SMT Specifications

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BrandRain Bird
ModelESP-SMT
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Information

Check Box Contents

Introduction

Welcome to Rain Bird

Introduces the company and its commitment to water efficiency.

The Intelligent Use of Water

Highlights the company's focus on developing water-efficient products and technologies.

ESP-SMT Smart Modular Control System

Details the state-of-the-art smart modular control system and its benefits.

Controls, Switches and Indicators

Controller Panel Features

Describes the physical controls, display, and indicators on the controller panel.

Configure Controller

Method 1: Select Location by Zip Code

Guides users through configuring the controller using a zip code.

Method 2: Enter Custom Data for Location

Guides users through configuring the controller with custom location data.

Weather Sensor Features

Set Current Date & Time

Input Zone Information

Method 1: Zone Setup Wizard

Guides new users through the zone setup process step-by-step.

Select Time-Based Method

Sets up irrigation schedules based on time intervals rather than weather data.

Select Plant Type Method - Grass Lawns

Configures zone settings specifically for grass lawn types.

Select Plant Type Method - Non-Grass Lawns

Configures zone settings for plant types other than grass lawns.

Custom Plant Factor Method

Allows users to define custom factors for plant types and density.

Enter Shade Factor

Adjusts irrigation based on the shade exposure of the zone.

Review Zone Information

Displays a summary of all entered zone information for review.

Method 2: Copy Zone to Zone(s)

Copies zone settings from one zone to other zones.

Special Features

Fine Tune Watering By Zone

System Review

Controller Settings Review

Reviews the controller's current settings from configuration and special features.

Zone Settings Review

Reviews all zone-specific settings entered in input and special feature sections.

Next Irrigation Estimate Review

Reviews the next estimated irrigation cycle based on past climatic conditions.

Weather Data Review

Reviews current temperature and rainfall data from the weather sensor.

Weather Log Review

Reviews daily logs of temperature, ET, and rainfall from the weather sensor.

Event Log Review

Reviews watering events and alarm/note conditions in various views.

Restore Settings

Restore Contractor Default Program Settings

Restores saved settings to the controller's contractor default program.

Manual Watering

Manually Water Selected Zones

Allows manual watering of individual zones or combinations with specific run times.

Off Position or Adjust Display Contrast Function

Auto Position or Suspend Watering Function

Installation

Installing The Controller

Provides instructions for selecting a location and installing the controller unit.

Installation Tools Required

Lists the necessary tools for installing the controller and its components.

Valve (Zone) and Communication Wire Entrances

Describes the entry points for routing wires into the controller cabinet.

Mounting the Controller

Jumper Setting for Unused Stations

Connect Sensor Communication Wire To Controller Panel

Connect Transformer

ESP-SMT Outdoor Controller

Remote Panel Programming

Installing Station Expansion Modules

Installing ESP-SMT Upgrade Panel

Installing The Weather Sensor

Locating the SMT Weather Sensor

Selects an optimal outdoor location for the weather sensor for accurate measurements.

Sensor Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for physically mounting and connecting the weather sensor.

Trouble-shooting

Appendix

Irrigation System Overview

Explains the basic operation of the sprinkler system valves and controller.

Description Of Each Soil Type

Provides detailed descriptions of various soil types and their characteristics.

Simple Test To Determine The Soil Type

Outlines a procedure to determine soil type using a simple jar test.

Soil Classification Triangle

A tool used to classify soil based on texture using percentage of sand, silt, and clay.

How the ESP-SMT Smart Control System Works

Explains the smart irrigation schedule automation based on weather and site data.

Plant Available Water

Defines and calculates the water available to plants based on soil type and root depth.

Management Allowed Depletion (MAD)

Explains the irrigation scheduling method based on soil moisture depletion.

Applying the “Cycle and Soak” Principle

Describes how to prevent runoff by splitting irrigation into cycles and soaks.

Determine Zone Application Rate

Explains how to determine the Net Application Rate for optimizing schedules and preventing runoff.

Total Area Covered Method to Determine Precipitation Rate and Efficiency

A method to estimate precipitation rate and efficiency based on sprinkler coverage.

Zone System Audit Method (most accurate)

The most accurate method to determine irrigation uniformity using catchment devices.

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