Aifro WaterEco Lite User manual

Aifro WaterEco Lite
User Manual

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Check Box Contents
a. Aifro WaterEco Lite
b. Quick Start
c. PowerAdapter
d. Temperature Sensor
e. Mounting Screws

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Introduction
Aifro WaterEco Lite Features
Aifro WaterEco Lite is a 16-zone smart Wi-Fi irrigation controller to change the way you water. It
enables you to monitor and control your yard's watering schedule from anywhere with a smart
phone, tablet or computer. Turn your sprinklers on or off instantly from your control panel, no
matter where you are or what device you're on. It uses real-time local weather data to
automatically personalize your watering plan. Each zone is specifically watered based on the soil
type and vegetation to keep your plants healthy. Aifro WaterEco Lite protects your yard against
unexpected freezing conditions, waters only when needed and prevents runoff with cycle and soak.
Start saving up to 30% today and let Aifro WaterEco Lite pay for itself.

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Control and Instructions
Remove the green waterproof cover.
1. ON/OFF switch: Push it up/Push it down to turn on/turn off the power. It is located on the
left side of Aifro WaterEco Lite.
2. Reset button: Press and hold the "Reset" button for a few seconds. When a beep is heard,
Aifro WaterEco Lite will be restored to factory settings (AP mode).
3. LED indicator light + Wi-Fi configuration button.
AC 24V: Terminals for connecting the 24VAC power adapter.

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COM: Public terminal for connecting common wires from all zones.
MST: Terminal for connecting the power wire from the Master Zone.
Z1: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 1.
Z2: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 2.
Z3: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 3.
Z4: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 4.
Z5: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 5.
Z6: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 6.
Z7: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 7.
Z8: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 8.
COM: Public terminal for connecting common wires from all zones.
Z9: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 9.
Z10: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 10.
Z11: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 11.
Z12: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 12.
Z13: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 13.
Z14: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 14.
Z15: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 15.
Z16: Terminal for connecting the power wire from Zone 16.
NC: Not used.
R1: Terminal for connecting wire from the Rain Sensor.
R2: Terminal for connecting wire from the Rain Sensor.
T1: Terminal for connecting the red wire from the Temperature Sensor.
T2: Terminal for connecting the yellow wire from the Temperature Sensor.
T3: Terminal for connecting the black wire from the Temperature Sensor.
S1: Public terminal for connecting the 485 communication wire (Reserved).
S2: Aterminal for connecting the 485 communication wire (Reserved).
S3: B terminal for connecting the 485 communication wire (Reserved).

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Installation
When installing Aifro WaterEco Lite for the first time, it is recommended that you complete
the following steps in order.
1. Check box contents (See above)
2. Gather installation tools
3. Mount Aifro WaterEco Lite
4. Connect the power adapter
5. Wiring connection

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Gather Installation Tools
Before beginning the installation, gather the following tools and materials:
a. Marking pencil f. Drill and drill bit
b.Phillipsscrewdriver (for#6screws)
(#1,#2,#3tip) g.Wirestripper
c.Flatheadscrewdriver h.Mountingscrews
d.Hammer (includedintheproductbox)
e.Level i.Wallanchors
(ifneeded,notincludedintheproductbox)
j.Wiresaddles

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Mount Aifro WaterEco Lite
NOTE: Please make sure Aifro WaterEco Lite is not exposed to rain and direct sunlight.
1. Measure the position, planish with the hammer and fix the attached screw with the cross-shaped
screwdriver.
2. Align the back of Aifro WaterEco Lite on the screw and hang it on the wall, record the hold
location on the lower-left and lower-right corner with the pencil.
3. Hang Aifro WaterEco Lite again, fix the screws into the lower-left and lower-right corner with
the cross-shaped screwdriver.
Tip: Wall anchors are not necessary unless you need to drill the wall.

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Connect the PowerAdapter
WARNING: DO NOT plug the power adapter into the power outlet and DO NOT turn on the
power before connecting any wire to the terminals. Please make sure the power switch on the left
side of Aifro WaterEco Lite is in the "OFF" position before the installation.
Connect the 24VAC power adapter to the "AC24V" terminals.
NOTE: A 24VAC power adapter is necessary. An adapter of other models may damage Aifro
WaterEco Lite.
TIP: The 24VAC power adapter is included in the product box.

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Wiring Connection
Connect Zones
Connect one end of the zone wires to the terminals of Z1 to Z16 and then connect the other end to
the "COM" terminal.
CAUTION: Do not route the zone wires through the same openings as the power wiring.
NOTE: Make sure that the total draw of the master zone or pump start relay plus the draw of the
zone does not exceed 0.650 Amps at 24VAC, 60Hz. The controller can support a maximum coil
inrush current of 11 VA and a maximum coil hold current of 5VA.

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Connect the Master Zone
If you want to connect the Master Zone, please connect one end of the zone wire to the "MST"
terminal and then connect the other end to the "COM" terminal.

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Connect an Optional Rain Sensor (Wired and Wireless)
On the terminal strip, remove the jumper wire from the R1 and R2 terminals and discard. Connect
wires from the rain sensor to R1 and R2 terminals.
NOTE: Aifro WaterEco Lite is not compatible with a Normally Open rain sensor. It is designed
for use with a Normally Closed rain sensor.

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Connect the Temperature Sensor
Connect wires from the temperature sensor to the terminals of T1 (red), T2 (yellow) and T3 (black)
by color.
NOTE: Please connect wires strictly by color. Mismatched connection may damage the sensor.
TIP: The temperature sensor is included in the product box.

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Reserved terminals of S1, S2, S3
Currently, the terminals of S1, S2 and S3 are not active. Please do not connect wires onto them.

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Turn on the device power
Close the waterproof cover. Plug the power adapter into the power outlet and push the switch up to
turn on the power.
NOTE: Please make sure all wiring connections are correct before turning on the power.

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Mobile App
Download Aifro App
Please download the mobile app from https://www.aifro.com/download.html or scan the following
two QR codes to download.
For iOS For Android

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Configure the device Wi-Fi connection
Take Aifro App (for Android) for example:
Run Aifro App. Input the username/Email address and password and then tap "Login" to use Aifro
Cloud mode. If you can not connect to WAN, please tap "Skip" to useAifro Local mode.
NOTE: It is recommended that you register an Aifro account and login to Aifro Cloud, which
enables you to control allAifro devices via any platform.
(1) Configure the device Wi-Fi connection inAifro Cloud mode
Select "Add a device" in the drop-down menu.
Select "Add a new device" in the pop-up window.

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Select "Aifro WaterEco Lite".
Input the SSID and password of your Wi-Fi router, press and hold the Wi-Fi configuration button
on Aifro WaterEco Lite. When a beep is heard, please quickly tap the "Start Configuring" button
on the mobile app. If the configuration is successful, please tap "OK" and return to the device list
window.

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(2) Configure the device Wi-Fi connection inAifro Local mode
Select "Configure device Wi-Fi connection" in the drop-down menu.
Select "Aifro WaterEco Lite".