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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on purchasing a Rain Bird ESP solid state controller. This manual describes how to in-
stall, operate, and maintain your controller. Please read these instructions carefully. For your conve-
nience, we have included a Quick Reference Guide below, so you can quickly find instructions for com-
mon tasks.
Quick Reference Guide
If you want to:
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Change the time of day............................
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Turn the controller off and on
(for example, because of rain)..................
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Adjust watering times for all stations
(for example, during a hot or cool period)...
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Start the sprinkler system manually..........
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Run the test program...............................
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Install a new battery................................
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Troubleshoot a controller problem.............
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Suzann Carrara
May 6, 2025

When set on auto there is MV ERR reading. What does it mean and how do I get rid of it.

1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
May 18, 2025

The "MV ERR" reading on the Rain Bird ESP-4 indicates a fault in the master valve (MV) or pump circuit. This error is usually caused by a short circuit in the wiring.

To resolve it:
1. Identify and repair the fault in the MV or pump wiring.
2. Set the dial to AUTO.
3. Press the ADVANCE button to clear the Alarm LED.

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TERRI L MATHIS
March 23, 2025

how many zones?

1 comments:
Mr. Anderson
March 23, 2025

The Rain Bird ESP-4 controller has four zones (stations), as indicated by its model name "ESP-4."

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Esp-8Esp-6

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