Special Functions; Setting Station Delay Time Option; Setting Master Valve/Pump Start Options - Toro TMC-424E User Manual

TMC424_UGE_466A 1/22/08

Special Functions

The following program setup options and control parameters are provided in the
Special Functions
NOTE: To review the factory default settings for each function, refer to
"Appendix D - Controller Default Settings" on page 31.
• Set delay period between sequential stations within a program cycle
• Set Pump Start/Master Valve operation by specific programs
• Set Pump Start/Master Valve operation for specific stations
• Set delay period between pump start/master valve and station sequence
• Set Pump Start/Master Valve operation during station delay
• Set program cycle repeat and delay options
• Select program stacking or overlap options
• Erase program memory by specific program
• Set handheld remote control option
• Select display language format
• Select 12- or 24-hour clock format
• Select station time
• View controller firmware version.

Setting Station Delay Time Option

This feature enables a delay period to be entered between sequential stations
within a watering cycle. This option is generally used when irrigation demand
exceeds the supply capacity, as can occur when the supply is pumped from a well
or reservoir. The delay period is adjustable from O ff to 59 seconds in 1-second
increments, or 1 to 60 minutes in 1-minute increments.
1. Set the Program Switch to select program A, B, C, or D.
2. Turn the Function Dial to Special Functions
3. Press the
4. Press the
NOTE: The time value will change from seconds to minutes as the display
scrolls past 59 seconds. Minutes value is displayed as 1M – 60M.

Setting Master Valve/Pump Start Options

The TMC-424E allows you to set Master Valve/Pump Start (MV/PS) operation
by individual program and by individual station as preferred. By default, opera-
tion of all programs and all stations will activate the MV/PS circuit. The following
procedures are primarily used to exclude specific programs and/or stations from
MV/PS operation.
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dial position.
button (as needed) to display SD -- -- -- (Station Delay – Off).
or button to select the delay time.
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