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This type of operation enables a complete programmed watering cycle to be started at any time
regardless of the programmed "ON/OFF" days or start times. Use it if an extra watering cycle is
desired, say on an especially hot or dry day. Semi-Auto will run through a complete cycle from
Station 1 through to Station 6. Upon completion of the cycle, the controller will return to the
programmed automatic schedule.
TO USE THE SEMI-AUTO FEATURE:
Function Dial
1.
Leave the
in the "Current Time" setting.
Mode Switch
2.
Set the
in the "Semi-Auto" position.
Program Switch
3.
Set the
to the position that contains the desired watering cycle (Prcgram A or C).
Program Switch
4.
Set the
back again to the "Run" position, then simply set the
back to the "Auto" position.
5.
The display will show the appropriate station number, program letter (A or C) and the time
remaining on that station.
6.
When the cycle is complete, the controller automatically returns to the Automatic program.
MANUAL OPERATION
This type of operation enables any station to be operated at any time regardless of the
programmed schedule. That specific station will then "Run" indefinitely until it's turned off manually
by the user. The controller will then return to the programmed schedule and begin watering again at
the next scheduled start time and on the next ON day.
TO TURN A STATION ON:
Function Dial
1.
Set the
to the desired station number.
Switch
2.
Set the Mode
to the manual position.
Program Switch
3.
Set the
to "Program A", then switch it right back to the "Run" position.
4.
The display will now show the station number in operation followed by the letter A for program
A (although that specific program has no bearing on the manual operation).
TO TURN THE STAT/ON OFF:
1.
Set the
Mode Switch
to the "Off/Rain" position and then back to the "Auto" position.
Function Dial
2.
Set the
back to "Current Time."
3.
The station is now off and the display will show the current time. The Controller is back on the
programmed schedule again with no loss of time.
NOTE:
Since the Controller has two separate and independent programs (A or C), it has the
capability of running one station manually in one program, while at the same time running a
complete cycle (auto or semi-auto) in the other program. You can also run two stations
manually, one in each program.
WATERING TIPS
HOW MUCH TO WATER
During hot weather most lawns require approximately 1/2" of water every other day. For clay soils,
hard packed areas or slopes, daily watering of 1/4" is preferred to reduce puddling and run-off.
Since weather and soil conditions vary region to region, consult your local nurseryman or
landscaper for more specific recommendations.
H O W L O N G T O W A T E R
To determine how long it takes your particular sprinkler system to discharge the required amount of
water, place a number of large flat bottomed pans at different locations around your lawn and turn
on your system. After it has run for awhile, measure the water depths in the different pans. This
method will give you an approximation of the time versus discharge for your system.
W H E N T O W A T E R
Early morning is the best time of day for watering as evaporation, wind drift and temperatures are
minimal. Evening watering is less desirable due to the possibility of mildew and fungus growth as
the lawn sits wet overnight.
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PROBLEM
Valves don't
operate
Mode Switch
Valves open at
strange times
Program won't
display
Display is not
reading correctly
after a power-
outage or after
being plugged in.
Haters on a day
when not
scheduled
Current time of day Power outage occurred with no
s wrong time
POSSIBLE CAUSE
Position switch on "Rain"
Solenoid defective
Loose wire connection
Proper day setting Off
Current time of day out of
synchronization
First, second or third start time
needs checking
No power at wall plug
Transformer partially pulled out of
wall receptacle
In wrong mode
Controller is in watering cycle
Blown fuse
Back-up battery is weak or no
battery is being used
Individual day or Select-a-Day
schedule improperly programmed
batteries or dead batteries used in
the controller
WARNING:
DO NOT LINK TWO OR MORE CONTROLLERS
VIA A COMMON TRANSFORMER OR COMMON WIRE.
CORRECTION
Position mode switch to "AUTO.
Test and replace if necessary.
Secure wire connections. Check
for continuity.
Check current day in display.
Set Function Dial to correct day
and check to see if it is
programmed "ON."
Check and reset current time.
Check and reset first, second an
third start times.
Checkhouse current, fuse, or
circuit breaker.
If transformer is loose in plug,
spread blades slightly, push
transformer into receptacle firmly
Program switch must be in run
mode.
Check or change program when
controller is out of watering cycle
Replace fuse and check valve
wiring or solenoid for short.
Unplug transformer and battery
1
for
minute. Then replace
battery, plug transformer back in
and reprogram.
Reprogram, referring to Control
Descriptions and instruction for
correct procedure.
Reset current time of day. If upon
checking watering times they are
different than previously
programmed, reprogram
controller. Check and replace
batteries.
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