Controller Components - Toro TMC-212 User Manual

Congratulations! You have chosen one of the most
sophisticated and technologically advanced irrigation
system controllers available for residential and
light-commercial applications.
Your new Toro TMC-212 controller features:
Flexible Station Count from 2 to 12 Stations with
2-station Expansion modules:
Standard and High-surge Expansion Modules
Locking Outdoor Cabinet
Automatic Pump Start/Master Valve Control Circuit
365-day Calendar
3 Fully-independent Watering Programs Featuring:
4 Start Times
3 Watering Day Schedule Options:
7-day Calendar
7-day Interval with Day Exclusion
Odd/Even Days with Day Exclusion
Station Time from 1 Minute to 4 Hours
Pump Start/Master Valve Timing Control
Well Recovery/Station Delay Time
Season Adjust from 10 to 200 %
Rain Delay from 1—7 Days
Automatic Program/Start Time Stacking
Rain Sensor Ready:
Compatible with All Rain Sensor Types
Sensor Circuit Bypass Switch
Remote Control Ready
Automatic Circuit Protection—Eliminates Fuse
Non-volatile Program Memory—Eliminates Battery
The TMC-212 controller features several unique and
helpful operating characteristics. To take advantage of
these features, spend just a few minutes to browse
through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new
controller.
This booklet is divided into six main sections:
• The first section provides a brief description of
the controller components and display elements.
• The second section takes you step-by-step through
the installation process.
• The next section provides fundamental irrigation
system operation, basic controller operation as well
as specific programming and operating characteristics
of the TMC-212.
• The fourth section takes you step-by-step through the
programming process.
• The fifth section explains the various methods of auto-
matic and manual controller operations.
• Finally, an appendix provides helpful reference infor-
mation, troubleshooting, specifications and warranty
information.
A convenient watering schedule form (affixed to the
cover of the outdoor model controller and included on
page 20) enables you to record and keep specific station
and watering program information on hand with your
controller.
The Quick Reference Guide provided with your User
Guide should also be kept with your controller. The
booklet fits conveniently between the cabinet back and
the mounting bracket of the Indoor model. For Outdoor
model controllers, hang the booklet on the hook provided
inside the cabinet cover.