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Installation, Programming, & Operation Guide
ESP-LX+ & LXi+ Installation, Programming, & Operation Guide
ESP-LX+ and ESP-LXi+
Rain Bird Sales, Inc. - Turf Products
970 W. Sierra Madre, Azusa, CA 91702
www.rainbird.com
Indoor / Outdoor Models
ESP-6LX+
ESP-16LX+
ESP-8LX+
ESP-20LX+
ESP-12LX+ ESP-24LX+
Indoor Models
ESP-8LXi+
ESP-12LXi+
ESP-16LXi+
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P/N 634415-B
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Summarization of Contents
Safety Warnings and Precautions
General Warnings
Electrical safety, circuit breaker, and battery disposal warnings.
Caution Icons Explained
Explanation of symbols in documentation.
Introduction to ESP-LX+ and LXi+ Controllers
Controller Model Overview
Details on ESP-LX+ (indoor/outdoor) and ESP-LXi+ (indoor only) models.
Understanding Controller Stations
How controller stations manage sprinkler valves.
Station Delay Functionality
Setting delays between station operations.
Station Layout and Wiring Diagram
Wiring Diagram Explanation
Diagram showing controller, valves, and sprinklers connections.
Controls, Switches, and Indicators
Control Panel Elements
Fault LED, LCD, buttons (MAN START/ADV, PGM, Arrows, Dial).
Operational Indicators
Watering Suspended LED, Sensor Bypass Switch, Stations Slide Switch.
Programming the Controller
Programming Definitions and Battery Power
Key terms and programming using battery power.
Filling Out the Programming Chart
Checklist and detailed steps for chart completion.
Station Details, Run Times, and Delays
Configuring station specifics, run times, water budget, and delays.
Clear All Program Information
Controller Reset Procedure
Steps to clear existing program settings.
Set Time and Date
Setting the Controller's Clock
Instructions for setting the current time.
Setting the Controller's Calendar
Instructions for setting the current date.
Select Program and Watering Day Cycle
Program Selection Options
Overview of programs A, B, C, D-drip and selection process.
Custom Watering Day Cycle
Setting specific days of the week for watering.
Set Cyclical Watering Schedule
Configuring Cyclical Intervals
Setting watering on a regular interval (e.g., every 2 or 3 days).
Setting Cycle Days Remaining
Defining days until next watering in a cycle.
Set Odd/Even Watering Cycle
Selecting Odd or Even Day Watering
Choosing to water on odd or even days of the month.
Set Station Watering Times
Entering Watering Durations
Setting run time in minutes for each station.
Water Budget for Short Run Times
Using water budget for run times less than one minute.
Set Program Start Times
Configuring Multiple Start Times
Assigning up to six start times per day.
Setting and Eliminating Start Times
Procedure for modifying or deleting start times.
Set Water Budget
Adjusting Station Run Times
Increasing/decreasing run times by a percentage.
Using Water Budget for Seasonal Needs
Adjusting watering for weather conditions.
Set Station Delays
Pausing Between Station Operations
Setting a pause duration between stations.
Displaying Delay Time Formats
Understanding delay times in SEC, MIN, HOUR.
Set Master Valve / Pump Starts
Assigning Relays to Stations
Wiring relays to operate with specific stations.
Caution on Unused Stations
Warning about pump damage with unused stations.
Set Rain Delay
Manually Delaying Watering
Delaying watering for up to 14 days.
Canceling Rain Delay
Setting delay to zero to cancel.
Set Calendar Days OFF
Temporary Day Suspension
Suspending watering on a specific day.
Permanent 31st Day Shutdown
Permanently disabling watering on the 31st.
Setting Day ON/OFF Status
Procedure to set a day as ON or OFF.
Programming Sensor System and Bypass Switch
Activating Sensor System
Enabling sensor input for watering control.
Bypass Sensor System
Disabling sensor input to ignore signals.
Operating the Controller
Automatic Operation Mode
Setting dial to AUTO for automatic watering.
Controller OFF Mode
Setting dial to OFF to suspend watering.
Run Program(s) Manually
Manual Program Execution
Starting and running programs sequentially.
Canceling Manual Programs
Stopping manual programs.
Run Station(s) Manually
Manual Station Operation
Operating individual stations for testing.
Canceling Manual Station Operation
Stopping manual station runs.
Run Test Program
Systematic Station Testing
Checking each station's functionality.
Canceling Test Program
Stopping the test program.
Rapid Station Test Routine (RASTER)
RASTER Introduction and Results
Purpose and interpretation of OPEN, SHORT, FAIL results.
RASTER Operation and Valve Testing
Initiating RASTER and interpreting valve conditions.
Troubleshooting Open and Shorted Valve Circuits
Understanding Open Circuits
Causes and indicators of an 'OPEN' condition.
Understanding Short Circuits
Causes and indicators of a 'SHORT' condition.
Troubleshooting OPEN/SHORT Stations
Steps to diagnose and fix circuit issues.
Installing the Controller
Installation Checklist
Step-by-step guide for installation.
Select Installation Location
Criteria for choosing a suitable location.
Mount Controller on Wall
Procedures for wall mounting.
Remove Door and Face Panel
Steps to disassemble and reassemble the controller front.
Wiring Connections
Connect Field Wires
Routing valve wires into the cabinet using knockouts.
Station Valve Wiring
Connecting individual station valves.
Master Valve/Pump Relay Wiring
Wiring master valve or pump relays.
Wiring Sensor System
Connecting Rain Sensor and Jumper
Wiring sensor or installing jumper if no sensor.
Pump Start Relay Wiring
Wiring Pump Start Relay to MV Terminal
Specific instructions for pump relay connections.
Connect Main Power Wires (ESP-LX+)
ESP-LX+ Power Connection
Connecting main power to the ESP-LX+ transformer.
Power Wire Entry Options
Routing power wires through wall or bottom.
Connecting Supply Wires
Connecting wires to transformer based on voltage.
Ground Wire and Compartment Securing
Ground connection and compartment cover closure.
ESP-LXi+ Power Connection
External Transformer Wiring
Connecting external transformer to controller.
Safety: Do NOT Plug In Transformer
Warning to avoid premature transformer connection.
Connecting 24 VAC and GND Terminals
Connecting transformer wires to controller terminals.
Install Battery
Battery Function and Installation
Role of battery and installation/replacement steps.
Battery Charging Process
How the controller charges the battery.
Diagnostic Circuit Breaker
Detecting and Clearing Short Circuits
Controller's response to shorts and clearing faults.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
Program Not Starting Automatically
Diagnosing startup issues.
Station Not Watering Despite Operation
Troubleshooting sensor or run time problems.
Display Messages and Solutions
Troubleshooting 'PWR OFF', 'FUSE', 'MVFAULT', blank display.
Unexpected Watering and Faults
Addressing unintended watering and station faults.
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