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General| Stations/Zones | 4 |
|---|---|
| Display | LCD |
| Rain Delay | Yes |
| Seasonal Adjust | Yes |
| Watering Duration | 1 minute to 4 hours per station |
Allows different watering frequencies and schedules for distinct yard areas.
Supports watering on specific days or interval cycles for water conservation.
Enables setting unique watering durations for each station based on needs.
Configures up to three start times per day for each watering program.
Highlights digital accuracy, battery backup, and emergency programs for reliability.
Advises on valve compatibility and timer current limits for proper function.
Explains the purpose of each button on the timer keypad for operation.
Step-by-step guide to setting the clock, day, and selecting program A or C.
Instructions for setting specific days or interval watering schedules.
Guidance on programming up to three start times for each watering program.
Sets watering duration per station (0-99 minutes) and how to remove a station.
Explains manual start/advance and system off/auto functions for control.
Guidance on suitable indoor placement, safety precautions, and power tips.
Steps for cover removal and securely mounting the timer to a wall.
Guidance on choosing and running appropriate control wire for valve connections.
Tips on wire size, distance limitations, and UL approved cable requirements.
Instructions for connecting valves to timer terminals and common.
Steps for connecting the transformer and installing the backup battery.
Details on using the pump start/master valve feature for specific models.
Caution regarding total current draw to prevent fuse blowing.
Overview of setting the timer's current time and day of the week.
Detailed steps to adjust the display to the correct day of the week.
Detailed steps to adjust the display to the correct hour in military time.
Detailed steps to adjust the display to the correct minutes.
Instructions to choose between program A or program C for configuration.
How to return the display to show the current time of day.
Guidance on dividing yard areas and needs for separate watering programs.
Advice to set program A first as the primary program.
Overview of configuring the timer's watering day schedule.
Instructions for setting watering to occur on particular days of the week.
Instructions for setting watering to occur at regular intervals (e.g., every third day).
Steps to switch back from interval watering to specific day watering.
Overview of configuring the daily start times for watering programs.
Detailed steps for setting multiple start times per program.
Instructions on how to delete a programmed start time.
Clarifies midnight start time, program A/C start time behavior, and spacing.
Overview of configuring the watering duration for each station.
Detailed steps for adjusting watering duration for each station.
How to disable a station by setting its run time to '00'.
Crucial instruction to set stations to '00' if they should not water.
Guide on manually starting and advancing watering cycles.
Instructions for using the SYSTEM OFF/AUTO button to stop watering.
Explanation of battery function during power outages and emergency programs.
Advice on the best times of day to water for efficiency and plant health.
Factors influencing how long each station should water.
Advice on storing the timer during winter to prevent damage.
Lists functionalities the timer does not support, such as outdoor installation.
Guidance on diagnosing and resolving frequent problems with the timer.
Checks for causes when automatic cycles or manual starts fail.
Troubleshooting steps for when a station fails to complete its cycle.
Solutions for blank displays, unresponsive keypads, or blinking digits.
Identifies causes for frequent fuse blowing, including shorts and amperage.
