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  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Offline Mode - Sensors Offline Mode - Turning Off Start Times Offline Mode - Seasonal Adjust HC - Older Install Instructions Controller Location Cable Entry Mounting the Controller Connecting Solenoid Valves Solenoid Valve Wiring Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 3 Pump Start Relay Operation per Station One Master Valve - Two Controllers Master Valve Wiring and Online Setup Brief Summary Operation Chart Wiring Setup Online Master Valve (P/MV) Operation per Station Valve - Wire Distance Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 4: Controller - Reboot Controller

    WiFi if you are having communication issues. The reboot will not erase any settings in your controller. 1. From the home screen, tap on Settings. 2. Next, press Config. 3. Press Reboot Controller. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 5: Controller - Navigating Screens

    Touch to view controller status information Each screen (except for the home screen) has two buttons at the top of the page allow you to quickly navigate to the Home screen or the previous screen. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 6: Wireless - Connection Status Messages

    If you're entering information into the controller and use the Home or Back buttons then your changes on that screen will not be changed. Wireless - Connection Status Messages The controller will show different status messages while connecting to your wireless router. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 7: Controller - Viewing Controller Status

    Check that the wireless security types match between the controller and your wireless Hydrawise recommends use of WPA2 security between the controller and your wireless router. We have WiFi specifications here: WiFi Specs Controller - Viewing Controller Status Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 8: Server Status

    You should only see this once, if the controller is OK - Updating certificates continually showing this then there is a problem - please contact Anthony with a video of the problem. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 9: Success

    19.5.4. During this period no configuration changes will Updating Wi-Fi firmware be processed by the controller. The controller is updating the Pro-C adapter software. During this period no configuration changes will be Updating Pro-C adapter processed by the controller. Success Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 10: Offline

    For more information on Smart and Time Based Watering, see “Configuring Irrigation Zones” Note that Cycle & Soak is not supported in Offline Mode and each zone will water for its full watering length without pausing. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 11: Saving Settings

    Controller - Viewing Network Information / Testing Internet Connectivity From the Home screen navigate to the Network Status by pressing Status > Network Status. IP Address (set by your wireless router) Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 12: Controller - Viewing Time And Date

    Time and date settings are synchronized with the settings that you configure in the Hydrawise app. The timezone is set based on the location you entered during the app wizard. Time and Date Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 13: Controller - Installing And Wiring

    NOTE: Once you’ve wired and installed your controller, please see Configuring Your Controller instructions on how to connect to your Wi-Fi. Controller - Function Paths Below is a list of function paths for use with the controller interface in both online mode and Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 14 Version Number: Home>Status>Controller Status Zone Status: Home>Zones>Select Zone OFFLINE MODE (Versions 3.33 and below) Note: Changes can be done in offline mode only when Wi-Fi is disabled. Adjust Time: Home>Settings>Offline Settings>Time Disable Wi-Fi: Home>Settings>Offline Settings>Disable Wi-Fi Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 15: Controller - Manual Operation

    Zones: Home>Settings>Offline Programs and Settings>Offline Programs>Edit Zones Set Seasonal Adjust: Home>Settings>Offline Programs and Settings>Seasonal Adjust Controller - Manual Operation You can run an irrigation zone on demand from the Hydrawise unit prior to having the Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 16: Running A Zone Manually From The Controller

    Run Time prior to manually starting the zone. When a zone is running, the Run Now button will change to Stop. This allows you to stop a running zone. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 17: Controller - Factory Default

    1. From the home screen, tap on Settings. 2. Next, press Config. 3. Press Factory Default. 4. Finally, press the Erase Config. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 18: Controller - Serial Number Location

    Note: The serial number A8000000 is a generic serial number assigned when the controller has not been registered (never connected to the internet to activate). This serial number will show on the touchscreen temporarily until the controller is connected to Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 19 Note: The serial number contains only letters a through f and numbers 0 through 9. Serial Number on Screen Serial Number Sticker HC Controller - Sticker located on the back of the controller Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 20: Controller - Blank Display

    AC screw terminals on the controller. The transformer should have an output in the range of 24VAC to 28VAC. If the wall outlet has 110VAC and the transformer has no voltage output, you need to replace the transformer. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 21: Is Your Email Marked As Spam

    We will update the ticket accordingly. No Zones Running In this article, we will cover the most common reasons why your sprinklers are not running. Topics include the following: Testing water supply Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 22: Test Water Supply

    Run Now button. When started, the zone will run for the zone’s default configured run length. This can be overridden by clicking on Run Time prior to manually starting the zone. When a zone is running, the Run Now Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 23: Test Wi-Fi On The Controller

    5. If you have necessary voltage (25–28 VAC) at the valve then the solenoid may need to be replaced. If you need a new solenoid for the valve, Hunter makes our products and replacement parts available through our network of authorized distributors. Click on the following link to...

  • Page 24: Sprinklers Running With The Controller Off Or Unplugged

    The solenoid is located on top of the valve and looks like a cylinder with two wires protruding out of it. It's also possible that debris in the valve is causing the diaphragm to remain open. To fix this problem: Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 25: Account - Resetting Password

    3. Reassemble the valve. If you cannot locate your valves, contact the contractor who installed the system. Cleaning the Diaphragm on a Hunter Valve Account - Resetting Password If you registered using your email address (i.e., not using the Facebook option), click on Forgot password? from the login screen.
  • Page 26 On the next screen, simply type in your registered email address and click Reset Password. You will then receive an email. Click the password reset link and enter in your new password. Confirm the password and you should be good to go again. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 27: Account - Not Receiving Hydrawise Activation Emails

    [18] Apple [19] Hydrawise does not use your email address for marketing purposes. To view our terms and conditions and privacy policy, visit www.hydrawise.com . Please contact us if you [20] have questions. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 28: Hydrawise Api Information

    The API documentation is at the bottom of support page. Graph QL & oAuth 2.0 API The Graph QL & oAuth 2.0 API is ideal for commercial applications, home automation, and government agencies. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 29: Smart Voice Device - Amazon Alexa

    For more details, email support@hydrawise.com To use any Hydrawise API, you agree to accept our Terms and Conditions and Privacy Statement. Stay up to date with Hydrawise [21] Smart Voice Device - Amazon Alexa Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 30 ). The Alexa account and your Hydrawise account can have a different [23] email address without an issue. 1. Go to the Skills section on your Alexa Dashboard. 2. Search for the "Hydrawise skill," and select it. SKILLS Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 31 IMPORTANT: Please make sure you have pop-ups enabled for the Hydrawise log-in window. If pop-ups are blocked, you will not be able to log in and continue the linking process. LOG INTO HYDRAWISE Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 32 If you are already logged in, you will see the next dialogue box appear. AUTHORIZATION REQUIRED Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 33 This command will start all zones for their default irrigation time. Alexa, ask Hydrawise to stop/finish zone {number}. This command will stop a single zone if it is currently running. Alexa, ask Hydrawise to stop/finish expander {expander number} zone {number}. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 34: Home Automation - Control4

    NOTE: More details on Control4 integration can be found using this link: Control4 Details [24] Account - Translation Options Steps to take to change language via Google Chrome To change the language in google Chrome, please follow the steps below. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 35 Translate to English. Once you have clicked Translate to English, the next dialogue box will appear. Click on Options. You will then be brought to the next two dialogue boxes: Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 36: Ios And Android App Support Policy

    This method can also be used when going through our Help Guides here on Zendesk. If [26] you need further assistance, email us at support@hydrawise.com. iOS and Android App Support Policy Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 37: Hydrawise Controller Efficiency Leed

    The Hunter Hydrawise app’s general policy is to support Android and iOS version for as long as the manufacturer (ie. Google or Apple) supports their operating system version. It is important to use an Android or iOS version that is supported by Apple or Google to ensure you have the manufacturer’s latest security updates to protect your data.

  • Page 38: Setting Up A Controller In Offline Mode

    Hunter has determined that water savings delivered from the Solar Sync, Soil- Clik, and Hydrawise solutions typically range from 20% to 40%. This would translate to a CE of 0.6 to 0.8. Please contact your local Hunter sales representative to learn about additional ways to save water for your LEED-certified projects.

  • Page 39: Offline Mode - Advanced Offline Mode

    As a result, it will revert to a predefined program. For Smart Watering zones, the controller will adjust each zone’s watering length Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 40 Simply tap on ZONES to add a zone run time and follow the steps below. You can toggle between zones by tapping on each zone number. Tap ZONES in the home menu. Tap the first zone to edit, (For Example: ZONE 1). Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 41 Repeat steps 1-4 for station run times. NOTE: To get your controller back in online mode, follow the above steps, enable Wi-Fi, reconnect to your SSID (Wi-Fi connection), and let the controller synchronize with your online Hydrawise account. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 42: Offline Mode - Run The Setup Wizard

    Simply tap on Add to add a program start time and follow the steps below. You can toggle between zones by tapping on Next/Previous or you can leave the start time to APPLY to ALL ZONES. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 43 2. Tap the first zone to edit, (For Example: ZONE 1). 3. Tap on RUN TIME in the center of the screen. 4. Enter RUN TIME (minutes format), then press OK to save entry. 5. Repeat steps 1-4 for station run times. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 44: Offline Adjustments - Watering With No Internet

    30 minutes after the controller loses internet. NOTE: Without internet connectivity, your controller won't be able to automatically modify its watering schedule based on weather forecasts. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 45 4. From this screen, you can now navigate between Sensor 1 and Sensor 2 by using the Next and Previous options. Just as you configure your sensors online, you can select the different options to make changes accordingly. STEP 1 STEP 2 STEP 3 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 46: Offline Mode - Turning Off Start Times

    Applies to all zones Active Delay Seconds Inactive Delay Seconds Offline Mode - Turning Off Start Times From the controller, you can manually turn it off by removing the start time when the Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 47 4. Select "Modify" which will allow you to edit you start times. 5. Finally, Select "Delete" button to no longer allow controller to run in offline mode. Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 48: Offline Mode - Seasonal Adjust

    Online: Offline Water Adjustment 1. Select Controller Settings on the left hand side. 2. Select Offline Adjustments. 3. Sliders can be moved to adjust the offline watering from 0%-300%. STEP 1-2 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 49 STEP 3 Offline: Offline Water Adjustment 1. Select settings. 2. Next, select offline settings. 3. Select seasonal adjust. 4. Select a month to adjust. 5. Adjust each month by a percentage then select OK. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 50 CONTROLLER SCREENSHOTS: Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 51: Hc - Older Install Instructions

    Using a sharp knife, cut around the semicircular line on the controller as Entry via 3/4 inch conduit indicated on the diagram in label 2. Cut around the matching line on the blue controller wiring cover. Mounting the Controller Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 52: Connecting Solenoid Valves

    Record zones against wire color for later reference. 3. Connect the common wire from the multi-strand cable (usually white) to any of the three terminals on the controller marked COMMON. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 53: Connecting The Plug Pack

    Detailed instructions can be found on the Hydrawise website. Check that your wiring is correct. If no zones start, check that your COMMON wire is correctly cabled. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 54: Lightning Transformers With Controllers

    If a pump or master valve is in use, Single station output will operate at a time. Irrigation must not be the lighting transformer should not PRO-HC be used in conjunction with programmed for duration of the Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 55: Hpc- Wrclik And Hc Flow Meter

    The reports will not show ANY data for the rain events. IMPORTANT: You will see alerts for underflow from the flow meter since the system will continue to run even with the common circuit interrupted by the rain event. These alerts will Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 56 Figure 1. AC 1/ AC 2 WRCLIK Yellow Figure 2. COMMON WRCLIK White Figure 3. Valve Common WRCLIK Blue Figure 4. Flow meter - Blue/White METER Blue/White Right Click to View Larger image Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 57: Flow Meter Pressure Loss Chart

    1. Click on "Sensors" from the home dashboard. 2. Add "Sensor." 3. Choose a name, sensor type, and controller input (flow related only). 4. Choose which zones should be linked to the sensor. 5. Click ok when finished. Step 1 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 58 Step 2 Step 3 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 59 Step 4 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 60: Flow Meter - Quick Start Guide

    The tips below include all the necessary key points of the install to avoid any false alerts or readings. Installation Steps Description Flow meters are designed to be installed horizontally only, with the dial facing up. Not vertically. Analog dial for manual readings Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 61 Create your flow sensor App will show options for all HC meters. Creating Alerts See link here [36] Reading Meter See link here [37] Testing Meter See link here [38] Avoid Electrical Interference Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 62: Flow Meter - Specifications

    Flow Meter - Specifications HC FLOW METER SPECIFICATIONS HC-075-FLOW HC-100-FLOW HC-150-FLOW HC-200-FLOW (2") (¾") (1") (1½") Inlet/outlet ¾" NPT body, 1" NPT body, male 1½" NPT body, 2" NPT body, male Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 63: Flow Meter - Reading Meter

    Fig. 2 814X.XX Gallons Fig. 3 8142.XX Gallons Fig. 4 X0.1 8142.4X Gallons Fig. 5 X0.01 8142.46 Gallons Total Fig. 6 Size meter 1" Fig. 7 Flow Indicator Wheel spins when water is flowing. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 64 Wheel spins when water is flowing. So we have a flow that has gone through the meter of 8,224.7 Litres. To calculate this into Gallons is easy 8,224.7 / 3.78 = 2175.84 gallons. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 65: Flow Meter - Testing Meter

    Do this 10 times and then check for flow data usage at the home screen. If YES, there is a problem with the wire running to the flow meter. If NO, contact support@hydrawise.com [42] Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 66: Flow Meter - Custom Flow Sensor Configuration

    [42] Flow Meter - Custom Flow Sensor Configuration To add a custom flow sensor, go to Sensors from your web browser or smartphone [43] application. 1. Click Add Custom Sensor Type STEP 1 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 67 When using a third-party flow meter, please ensure it meets the specs above and is calibrated correctly. Otherwise, data will not reflect accurately in reports. Also, note that the Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 68: Single Flow Meter - Sharing Two Controllers

    2. Change the gallons in the alert to be higher (e.g. alert from 5 gallons to 20 gallons). Following these parameters should allow the system to run normal when using one flow meter with multiple controllers. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 69: Flow Meter - Winterization

    1. Installing a SCH 80 or galvanized nipple. See the size chart below: Winterizing Using PVC Nipple Bypass Option Male-Thread Model Description Nipple Length Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 70 2. A second option would be to install PVC tee diverters but this is done more efficiently during NEW installation. Winterizing Using PVC Diverter Option Find a Hunter Distributor closest to you using our interactive lookup - Get Hunter [45] Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 71: Pump Start Relay Wiring And Online Setup

    ON or OFF by Zone or All Zones Wiring (24 VAC) Use a minimum distance of 15' (4.5 m) between the controller and the relay to dampen electromagnetic noise. In addition to this recommendation, Hunter also recommends all Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 72 976 ft 1,551 ft 2,463 ft PSR-52 134 ft 214 ft 341 ft 540 ft 859 ft 1,365 ft PSR-53 134 ft 214 ft 341 ft 540 ft 859 ft 1,365 ft PRO-HC Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 73: Wiring To Power Source

    (LINE IN) of the relay. 3. Assemble conduit piping and connect wiring from the pump motor to the other side of the relay (LOAD OUT). 4. Check to make sure there are no exposed or loose connections. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 74: Online Setup

    3. Choose YES from the drop-down menu above the zones. If you have an HC controller, choose the zone number to which you have the master valve wired. HC Controller PRO-HC, HPC, and HCC Controllers Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 75: Pump Start Relay Operation Per Station

    2. Click on Advanced, which is located on the top blue search section. 3. Select Use Global Master Valve Setting to keep this circuit on or select Disable Master Valve to turn it off. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 76: One Master Valve - Two Controllers

    [46] 3. Set up a new master valve using the app for controller #2 as per normal instructions. REL 2 is NEVER connected to high voltage. It is for 24 VAC devices only. Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 77: Master Valve Wiring And Online Setup

    The purpose of the master valve is to shut off the water to the irrigation system when none of the zone valves are operating. Operation Chart Controller Model Set Master Valve Operation ON or OFF by All Zones PRO-HC ON or OFF by All Zones Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 78: Wiring

    4. Strip ½" (13 mm) of insulation from ends of all wires. Secure the valve common wire to “COM” (Common) terminal. Attach the opposite control wire to the M/V terminal. PRO-HC Note: With a HC Hydrawise controller, any one of your 6 or 12 zones can be configured to Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 79: Setup Online

    3. Choose YES from the drop down above the zones. If you have an HC controller, then you choose the zone number that you have the master valve wired too. HC Controller PRO-HC, HPC, and HCC Controllers Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

  • Page 80: Master Valve (P/Mv) Operation Per Station

    3. Select Use Global Master Valve Setting to keep this circuit on or select Disable Master Valve to turn this circuit off. Valve - Wire Distance Below is a chart indicating the maximum wire run between the controller and the Hunter AC Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 81 Maximum one-way distance in meters between controller and valve Heavy-duty solenoid: 24 VAC, 350 mA inrush current, 190 mA holding current, 60 Hz; 370 mA inrush current, 210 mA holding current, 50 Hz Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.
  • Page 82 Copyright 2020 Hunter Industries. All Rights Reserved.

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