Connecting Solenoid To The Pilot Valve - Hunter G835 Owner's Manual

ConneCTing Solenoid To THe PiloT VAlVe

To ensure that the On-Off-Auto feature functions properly, follow the procedure outlined below. The TTS rotor's
Solenoid has double-lead threads. If this procedure is not followed, the Solenoid can be attached to the Pilot Valve
180 degrees out of position. While the On-Off-Auto feature will function if connected out of position, it will function
much better if connected correctly.
First, notice that there is a flat section on one side of the Solenoid (fig 137). This "flat" is used as a reference when
connecting the Solenoid to the Pilot Valve. Next, notice there is also a flat section along the side of the Pilot Valve at a
point opposite of the upper fitting. This "flat" is the second reference when connecting the Solenoid to the Pilot Valve.
With the gray detent ring attached to the bottom of the solenoid, bring the solenoid and the pilot Valve together.
Prior to engaging the Solenoid and Pilot Valve threads, align the flats on the Solenoid and Pilot Valve then press
together. prior to turning solenoid clockwise, you must first turn the solenoid counter-clockwise 1/8th of a turn. this
action ensures that the correct first thread on solenoid engages the first thread on the pilot Valve. now press the
solenoid & pilot Valve together while threading the solenoid clockwise onto the pilot Valve.
next, the solenoid must be placed in the auto position. to do so, keep turning the solenoid clockwise onto the pilot
Valve until it stops (bottoms out). do not tighten! then, turn the solenoid counter-clockwise until you feel the first
detent ring click (fig 138). this is the auto position.
to check for proper alignment, position the connected solenoid and pilot Valve assembly in your hand so you are
looking at the top. Next, rotate the Solenoid and Pilot Valve assembly until the "flat" on the Solenoid is at the 12:00
position (do not unthread Solenoid from Pilot Valve). With the Solenoid's flat in the 12:00 position, the Pilot valve's
fittings should be at the 3:00 position. If the fittings are not at the 3:00 position, disconnect and repeat the procedure.
FIg 137 FIg 138
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136 136 137 137
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