Rain Bird WP Series User Manual

Technotes
WP SERIES
WP 2 / WP 4 / WP 6 / WP 8
09/2004
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Rain Bird WP Series Specifications

General

Solenoid Type	Latching
Watering Days	7-day watering schedule
Mounting	Wall
Rain Sensor Compatibility	Yes
Operating Pressure	15 to 150 PSI (1, 0 to 10, 4 BAR)
Manual Operation	Yes

Summary

Wiring to the Electric Valve

Controller Capacity

Details the controller's capacity for solenoids and master valves.

Master Valve Function

Explains the 'P' terminal's role in activating a master valve.

Wiring to the Electric Valves

Valve Box Configuration

Describes using Rain Bird 9V latching solenoids for each valve in the box.

Master Valve Connection

Details the connection setup for the master valve.

Wiring to the Rain Sensor

Rain Sensor RSD-BEx Setup

Instructions for connecting an optional rain sensor to the controller.

Connect the Batteries

Initial Setup and Display

Guides on connecting batteries and the screen's initial appearance.

Access to Programming and Basic Menu

Set Clock and Current Day

Instructions for setting the controller's current time and day.

Set Water Days

Procedure for selecting specific days for watering schedules.

Set Watering Time Length

Setting the duration for each station's watering cycle.

Set Watering Start Time

Defining the scheduled start times for watering cycles.

Controller Status Screen

Accessing and interpreting the controller's status display.

Programming Menu Details

Set Clock and Day

Detailed steps for setting the current clock and day on the controller.

Set Current Time

Specific instructions for accurately setting the current time.

Programming Menu: Water Days

Set Current Day

Procedure to set the current day of the week.

Set Water Days

How to select or cancel specific watering days for programs.

Programming Menu: Watering Time

Set Station Watering Time

Setting watering duration for each station and assigning to programs.

Programming Menu: Start Times

Set Watering Start Time

Defining up to 8 start times per day and program.

Controller Status and Optional Functions

Controller Status Screen

Displaying current time, system ON/OFF, and other operational data.

Rain Delay Setting

Delaying watering for 1-15 days during rainy weather.

Water Budget Function

Adjust Watering Time

Adjusting watering time for all programs from 0 to 200%.

Manual Operation Modes

Manual Single Station Start

Starting watering for a single station manually.

Manual Cycle Start

Starting a watering cycle sequentially for all assigned stations.

System Testing and Control

Test of All Stations

Testing all connected stations with a 2-minute cycle.

System On/Shutdown

Prevent Watering

Temporarily stopping watering without changing programs (rainy weather shutdown).

Troubleshooting Common Issues

Station Does Not Come On

Possible causes and solutions when a station fails to operate.

Irrigation Continues After Battery Removal

Explanation for why irrigation persists after removing batteries.

Technical Assistance and Warranty

Contact Information

Details for contacting Rain Bird Europe for support.

Product Warranty

Information regarding the 3-year warranty for the product.

Declaration of Conformity

European Directives Compliance

Statement of conformity to European directives for electromagnetic compatibility.