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Toro 53765 - Outdoor Ecxtra Sprinkler Timer User Manual

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OUTDOOR MODEL
User's Guide
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MANUAL
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START
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MANUAL
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START
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INDOOR MODEL
Automatic Sprinkler
System Control Timer
ECXTRA Features
• Easily expandable to 10 Zones (Indoor model)
or 12 Zones (Outdoor Model) with 2-zone
Plug-in Modules
• Snap-in Wire Connectors
• Compatible with ECXTRA Scheduling Advisor
• 3 Independent Watering Programs with:
- Calendar, Interval and Odd/Even Days
- Selective Day Exclusion
- 1-minute to 4-hour Zone Run Time
- 4 Start Times
• Seasonal Run Time Adjust
• Rain Delay
• Compatible with Normally Closed or Normally
Open Rain Sensors
• Automatic 24V Circuit Protection
• Program Memory Backup without Battery
• Programmable Pump Start
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  • Page 1 Automatic Sprinkler System Control Timer User’s Guide ECXTRA Features • Easily expandable to 10 Zones (Indoor model) or 12 Zones (Outdoor Model) with 2-zone Plug-in Modules MANUAL NEXT START • Snap-in Wire Connectors • Compatible with ECXTRA Scheduling Advisor • 3 Independent Watering Programs with: - Calendar, Interval and Odd/Even Days - Selective Day Exclusion - 1-minute to 4-hour Zone Run Time...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Programming the Timer (continued) Table of Contents Turning Off a Program ........26 Timer Components ........2-5 Setting Program Start Times ......27 Setting Program Start Times ......27 Timer Installation Setting Zone Run Times .........28 Indoor Model Installation ........6 Pump Control ..........29 Connecting the Valves ........7 Connecting a Pump Start Relay......8 Timer Operations Connecting the Transformer ......8...

  • Page 4: Timer Components

    Timer Components Timer Components MANUAL NEXT START SENSOR 24 VAC...
  • Page 5 2 - Control Buttons Timer Components button – Increases the time display, scrolls The following are brief descriptions of the timer forward through the program information and selects components and display elements. Each of these items watering days. will be explained in further detail within the appropriate –/ button –...
  • Page 6 Port – Accepts the (optional) ECXTRA – Shuts off and prevents all automatic and Time Pod unit to transfer watering schedule data from the Toro Computer Aided Scheduling software manual watering activity. program to the ECXTRA timer. 4 - Program Select Switch – Three-position slide switch used to select watering program A, B or C 13 - Power Supply –...
  • Page 7 Timer Components MANUAL NEXT START SENSOR 24 VAC MANUAL NEXT START...

  • Page 8: Timer Installation

    Timer Installation Note: The ECXTRA indoor timer is not weather resis- tant and must be installed indoors or in a protected area. Indoor Model Installation 1. Select a location for the timer within 4' of an electrical outlet to enable the transformer cord to easily reach.

  • Page 9: Connecting The Valves

    Master Valve when connecting the valve wires to the timer. Valve Common Wire CAUTION: Use Toro Waterproof Wire Connectors (Model # 53687) or grease caps on all exposed wire 5. Referring to the Timer Components on page 5 and the splice connections to prevent corrosion, connection failure and possible short circuit.

  • Page 10: Connecting A Pump Start Relay

    Connecting a Pump Start Relay Connecting the Plug-In Transformer CAUTION: To prevent timer damage, ensure the CAUTION: Do not plug the transformer into an 24 V ac pump relay current draw does not exceed electrical outlet until all of the wiring procedures 0.30 Amps.

  • Page 11: Outdoor Model Installation

    1. Remove the lower housing cover (A) by pulling (D) - 1/2" for power and equipment ground wires. outward on the handle. (E) - 1/2" (plugged) for optional Toro Rain Sensor wires. 2. Remove two phillips screws from the transformer (F) - 3/4" for sprinkler valve wires.

  • Page 12: Installing The Cabinet

    Installing the Cabinet 1. For safe, reliable operation, select an installation site which will provide the following conditions: • Protection from irrigation spray, exposure to direct sun during the hottest hours, wind and snow. • Access to a grounded power source which is not controlled by a light switch or utilized by a high current load appliance, such as a refrigerator or air 6"...

  • Page 13: Connecting The Valves

    5. Referring to the Timer Components on page 5 and the diagram above, secure the valve common wire to the CAUTION: Use Toro Waterproof Wire Connectors terminal labeled COM (8). Connect the individual zone (Model # 53687) or grease caps on all exposed wire...

  • Page 14: Connecting A Pump Start Relay

    Connecting a Pump Start Relay Connecting the Power Source CAUTION: To prevent timer damage, ensure the WARNING: relay current draw does not exceed 0.30 Amps. Do AC power wiring must be installed and connected not connect the timer directly to the pump starter. by qualified personnel only.

  • Page 15: Connecting The Power Source

    Connecting the Power Source (cont.) MANUAL START Rain Sensor Remove 1. Route the two sensor wires from the device into the timer housing through the access hole provided. 2. Remove the plastic piece from the Sensor terminal Connecting a Rain Sensor connectors.

  • Page 16: Getting Started

    Getting Started Automatic Sprinkler System Basics Valve 1 The three main operating components of every automatic sprinkler system are the timer, control valves and Timer sprinklers /drip emitters. Valve 2 The timer is the brain of the system, signaling the control MANUAL NEXT START...

  • Page 17: Watering Program Basics

    Watering Schedule Basics Watering Program Diagram Program starts at 4:00 A watering schedule consists of three basic instructions: • What days to water –called watering days • When to water – called a start time Zone 1 • How long to water – called a run time The following example illustrates how a program has a watering schedule set for the sprinkler system shown on page 14.

  • Page 18: Watering Program Details

    For example, if you have selected a 3-day Interval and Watering Program Details today is Sunday, you may choose to start the Interval today, Monday or Tuesday. This section covers in detail each of the three parts of a This illustration shows how an Inter- watering program –...
  • Page 19 Selecting Program Start Times Setting the Zone Run Time A program start time is the time of day you select to A zone run time is the length of time the zone (controlled begin an automatic program watering cycle. by the valve) will water during the program watering It is important to remember that a program only cycle.

  • Page 20: Planning Your Watering Schedule

    Planning Your Watering Schedule When filling out this form, use a pencil so changes can be Note: You can use your PC and Toro’s exclusive CAS easily made. After installing the indoor model timer, (Computer Aided Scheduling) interactive software to guide remove the form and store it in the pocket formed you through the complete watering schedule process.
  • Page 21 (Example) Watering Schedule Form PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C CALENDAR SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA WATERING INTERVAL DAY SCHEDULE ODD/EVEN EVEN EVEN EVEN EXCLUDE TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA ZONE...

  • Page 22: Watering Schedule Form

    Watering Schedule Form PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C CALENDAR SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA WATERING INTERVAL DAY SCHEDULE ODD/EVEN EVEN EVEN EVEN EXCLUDE TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA ZONE LOCATION...

  • Page 23: About The Timer Memory

    Setting the Current Time and Date Programming the Timer About the Watering Program Memory Once programmed, the ECXTRA memory will be retained for several years without power. Only the cur- rent time and date information will be lost and will need Month to be reset if power is disconnected from the timer for more than 24 hours.

  • Page 24: Setting The Watering Day Schedule

    Setting the Watering Day Schedule Note: For each program, you can select Calendar, Inter- val Odd, Even or Off. To set a Calendar schedule, con- tinue here. To set an Interval schedule see page 23. To set an Odd or Even schedule, see page 24. To turn Off a program, see page 26.

  • Page 25: Setting An Interval Schedule

    Setting an Interval Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position. Check the switch setting. If necessary, PROGRAMS reposition the switch to select the desired program. The current watering schedule will be displayed. If Int (Interval) is not displayed, press the +/ button as needed to select Int.

  • Page 26: Setting An Odd Or Even Schedule

    Setting an Odd or Even Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position. Check the switch setting. If necessary, PROGRAMS reposition the switch to select the desired program. The current watering schedule will be displayed. If Odd or Even is not displayed, press the +/ button as needed to select Odd or Even.

  • Page 27: Using The Day Exclusion Feature

    Using the Day Exclusion Feature A Calendar watering day schedule is used to select spe- cific days of the week to water. However, if an Interval or Odd/Even watering schedule is preferred (or required due to watering restrictions in your area), specific days of the week can be removed from the watering schedule by using the Day Exclusion feature.

  • Page 28: Turning Off A Program

    Turning Off a Program Note: Turning off a program does not alter or erase a preset watering day schedule. Selecting Off simply places the program on hold until one of the watering day schedules is selected. Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position.

  • Page 29: Setting Program Start Times

    Setting Program Start Times Turn the control dial to the PROGRAM START TIME position. Check the switch setting. If necessary, PROGRAMS 3 5 7 9 reposition the switch to select the desired program. Program start time number 1 will begin flashing. The 4 6 8 current program start time or OFF will be displayed for start time number 1.

  • Page 30: Setting Zone Run Times

    Setting Zone Run Times PGM A Turn the control dial to the SET ZONE TIMES position. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Check the switch setting. If necessary, PROGRAMS reposition the switch to select the desired program. Zone number 1 will be flashing and its current run time or OFF will be shown.

  • Page 31: Pump Control

    Pump Control The Special Functions dial position provides optional control features specifically for pump system operation. Pump/Master Valve control circuit operation is active (On) with two seconds of delay time (turns on two sec- onds before the first zone begins watering) but can be turned Off for each watering program as needed.

  • Page 32: Timer Operations

    The Automatic mode is selected when the control dial is in the position. While in the automatic mode, the Timer Operation display will show two types of information: Status and Operating. The ECXTRA timer has three modes of operation: Auto- This example shows the matic, Manual and Off.

  • Page 33: Manual Operation

    Manual Operation Manual operation enables the automatic watering pro- Flashing grams or selected zones assigned to the program to be Flashing started manually. During operation, temporary changes can be made to increase or decrease the zone run time, step through the zone sequence and pause or stop watering using the “Watering Control Features”...

  • Page 34: Watering Control Features

    To Cancel Watering Watering Control Features buttons at the same time - Press the +/ and –/ The following watering control features enable you to fur- two times. ther control the watering program during operation. • All watering operations will be canceled and the timer All watering control features apply to watering programs will return to the automatic mode.

  • Page 35: Using The Rain Delay Feature

    Using the Rain Delay Feature Flashing This feature enables all watering operations to be delayed from 1 to 7 days. For example, rain is forecast in your area for the next two days. Instead of turning the timer off (and possibly forgetting to turn it back on), a rain delay of 3 days can be easily entered.

  • Page 36: Using The Season Adjust Feature

    Using the Season Adjust Feature Changes in season and temperature generally require a change in zone run time to maintain a healthy landscape and conserve water. The Season Adjust feature enables you to change the run time of all zones assigned to a pro- gram, simultaneously up or down, in 10% increments –...

  • Page 37: Turning Off The Ecxtra

    Turning Off the Timer When the control dial is turned to the position, the timer immediately shuts off any watering operation cur- rently in progress. Leaving the control dial in the position will prevent all automatic and manual watering operations. The timer will continue to track the current time and day of the week.

  • Page 38: Service And Specifications

    Example 1 Service and Specifications Clearing the Program Memory Once programmed, the ECXTRA memory will be retained for several years with or without power. Only the current time and date information will be lost and will need to be reset if power is disconnected for more than 24 hours.

  • Page 39: Automatic Circuit Protection

    Automatic Circuit Protection Adding a Zone Module The ECXTRA features built-in circuit protection to help 1. Turn the control dial to the position. prevent damage to the timer caused by excessive current 2. Remove the lower front cover from the timer housing draw on the zone and/or pump/master valve circuits.

  • Page 40: Troubleshooting

    If you are having a problem with the timer, check the following symptoms, possible causes and remedies. If the problem cannot be resolved or you would like assistance with any Toro irrigation product, call our toll-free Toro Help Line, 1-800-367-8676, Monday through Friday, 7:30 –...

  • Page 41: Specifications

    Indoor Model Scheduling Advisor Plug-in Transformer, Class 2, UL Listed, CSA Certified An exclusive Toro software program which guides you (or equivalent) easily through the ECXTRA programming process to • Input: 120 V a.c. 60 Hz, 0.5A select the optimum watering schedule for your landscape.
  • Page 42 Rain Sensor Plug-in Module A rain sensor is a remote device which can be connect- A small module that plugs into the Toro ECXTRA timer ed directly to your ECXTRA to automatically interrupt to provide connection and operation of two additional watering during rain.
  • Page 43 Scheduling Watering Program Planning how long to water (zone run time), when to A watering program (or schedule) is the information water (program start time) and which days to water stored in the timer memory that determines when an (watering days). automatic watering cycle will occur and how long each zone will water.

  • Page 44: Warranty

    Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for failure of to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interfer- products not manufactured by them even though such products may be sold or used in conjunction with Toro products.

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