DIG 710A Series User manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL
710A Series
Single Station Irrigation
Battery Operated Controller
710A-XXX | 710A-ASV-XXX | 710A-011

TABLE OF CONTENTS
INTRODUCTION ……………………………………………………………… 1
1. About the controller …………………………………………………… 1
2. Component identification ……………………………………………… 2
3. LCD display and controls ……………………………………………… 4
4. Valve or wall mounting ………………………………………………… 5
5. Installing the batteries ………………………………………………… 6
6. Valve adapter installation 710A-000 …………………………………… 6
7. In-line valve installation 710A …………………………………………… 9
8. Anti-siphon valve installation …………………………………………… 10
9. Changing actuator adapters …………………………………………… 11
10. Manual valve actuator installation ……………………………………… 13
11. Programming ………………………………………………………… 15
12. Setting time and date…………………………………………………… 15
13. Setting watering frequency ……………………………………………… 16
14. Setting start times ……………………………………………………… 19
15 Setting watering run times ……………………………………………… 20
15. Setting the Simplesmart™option (set ET) ………………………………… 21
16. Setting seasonal adjustment (monthly budget) …………………………… 24
17. Rain delay setting ……………………………………………………… 25
18. Events off setting ……………………………………………………… 26
19. Manual watering ……………………………………………………… 28
20. Connecting a rain sensor ……………………………………………… 29
21. Maintenance, troubleshooting and repairs ……………………………… 30
22. Warranty ……………………………………………………………… 32
23. Technical Assistance …………………………………………………… 33

INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing DIG’s 710A-Series Single-Station Battery Operated
Controller. This manual describes how to get the 710A-series controller up and
running quickly. After reading this manual and becoming familiar with the basic
functionality of the controller, use the manual as a reference for less common
tasks in the future.
1. ABOUT THE CONTROLLER
The 710A irrigation controller employs the latest irrigation programming features
to allow for complete control of any irrigation system and is available assembled
on an in-line valve, anti-siphon valve, manual valve actuator, or controller only with
solenoid adapters to fit most manufacturers’ valves. The 710A series is available
in single station with a rain sensor connection, and is powered by two AA batteries
that can last up to three years [using name brand alkaline batteries]. The controller
is enclosed in a rugged, compact, waterproof housing to protect it from the
elements and to ensure a long, trouble-free life.
710A.001
Manual Valve Actuator
710A-ASV-XXX
Anti-siphon valve
710A-000
Solenoid only
710A-XXX
In-line Valve
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2. COMPONENT IDENTIFICATION
1. Controller cover
2. Quick reference label
3. LCD displays the icon-based
applications / programs
4. Seven-button programming keypad: Use for
programming, system on/off, manual
run and reviewing program
5. Battery compartment cap for
two AA alkaline batteries (not included)
6. Rain sensor yellow wire connection
7. Collapsible 36″solenoid wire
8. DC solenoid with 11/16″UN thread
9. Solenoid adapters
10. Manual flow control
11. 3/4″professional grade
in-line valve
12. Solenoid mount adapter
13. Wall/Valve box mounting bracket
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30-920 adapter
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ENTER/EXIT
ADJUSTMENTMODE
TURNON/OFF PROGRAM
START/STOPAMANUAL CYCLE
SCROLLTO SELECT PROGRAM
RAISE/LOWERTHE
SELECTEDVALUE
TOUCHANY BUTTON TO
ACTIVATESCREEN
(30-920)
(30-924) (30-922) (30-921) (30-920)
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Anti-siphon valve
14. Anti-siphon cap
15. 3/4″or 1″pipe thread outlet (FNPT)
16. Manual flow control knob
17. External bleed screw
18 3/4″or 1″ pipe thread inlet (FNPT)
Manual valve actuator
20. Manual flow control knob
21. External bleed screw
22. 3/4″adapter
23. 3/4″seat washer
24. 3/4″washer
25. 1″adapter
26. Seat washer
27. 1″washer
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3. LCD DISPLAY AND CONTROLS
LCD Display
1. Time and Date – Indicates current time and day
2. Set Watering Days – Choose either specific days, odd/even days, or up to once
every 30 days
3. Start Time – Up to five start times per day available
4. Run Time – Watering duration from 1 minute to 5 hours 59 minutes
5. Set ET – Used to set one of the 20 SimpleSmart™presets
6. Set Monthly Budget – Seasonal adjustment setting (5%-200%) in 5%
increments or to fine-tune SimpleSmart™programming
7. Rain Delay – Delay irrigation setting from 1 to 99 days with automatic restart
8. Events Off – Suspends watering for any month or any specific day within
the month.
9. Manual Run – Appears when manual button is pushed
10. Battery Indicator –Flashes when batteries need to be replaced
11. Sensor – Appears only when sensor is connected and active
12. Watering – Appears when valve is open
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Control Buttons
Enter/Exit adjustment mode
Turn On/Off program*
Start/Stop a manual cycle
Scroll to select a program setting to adjust
Raise/Lower the selected value
*NOTE: Turning the controller OFF using the button will suspend all scheduled
programming and OFF will appear on the display. The Manual Run feature will still
function when the controller is OFF.
4. VALVE OR WALL MOUNTING
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4.1 VALVE MOUNTING
1. Slide the controller q into the controller valve
mount w.
2. Press the controller with the valve onto the solenoid
in the desired position.
4.2 WALL MOUNTING
2. Place the mounting plate ron the wall and secure
using three screws (not included).
3. Slide the controller assembly eup and into the
mounting plate to secure. (Mounting solenoid sleeve
is not used).
NOTE: The length of the controller connecting
cable limits the distance between the controller and
the solenoid.
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5. INSTALLING THE BATTERIES
1. Open the battery compartment cap by
turning it counter-clockwise.
2. Install two, fresh, brand name,
AA alkaline batteries (not included)
and note the proper direction of the
positive and negative orientation on the
underside of the controller.
3. Insert and screw the battery cap clockwise. Make sure to securely tighten the
cover firmly by hand only. The controller display appears with a day, PM, and
the hour digit flashing. The controller is ready to be installed and programmed.
6. VALVE ADAPTER INSTALLATION 710A-000
The 710A-000 (only) controller includes four adapters to retrofit Rainbird, Hunter,
DIG and Irritrol valves. Follow the instructions below to install.
1. Shut off the main water supply
2. Remove the existing solenoid if applicable.
NOTE: If adapting to an IRRITROL valve, remove the solenoid but leave the
existing solenoid adapter installed.
3. Select the appropriate solenoid adapter associated with the valve (see chart A).
4. Screw the solenoid adapter into the valve bonnet by hand, tighten with pliers if
necessary – but do not over tighten.
5. Thread the 710A-series solenoid into the valve adapter. Hand tighten only.
6. Turn the main water supply on and pressurize the valve; the valve may discharge
water momentarily but should then shut off.
7. Test the controller and the installation by pushing the button (or see
section 20) to perform a manual run. To turn the valve on via the solenoid,
lift the 710A-series controller from the solenoid and turn the solenoid counter
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clockwise 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn, or until you hear or see water flowing through the
valve. To turn the water off, turn the solenoid clockwise 1/2 to 3/4 of a turn and
wait for the a few seconds for the valve to close.
8. Program the 710A-series controller (see section 11).
CHART A
Model Compatible Valves
30-920* DIG, BERMAD series 200, HIT series 500, DOROT series 80,
GRISWOLD series 2000, DW and BUCKNER series VB valves
30-921
INCLUDED
RAIN BIRD DV,DVF,PGA,PEB (1″only),GB,EFB-C P,
BPE,PESB (1″only)and ASVF valves
30-922
INCLUDED
HUNTER series ASV, HPV, ICV,PGV,SRV,IBV and
ASVF valves
30-923*
WEATHERMATIC series 12000, 21000, 8200CR valves
30-924
INCLUDED
IRRITROL series 100, 200B, 205, 217B, 700, 2400, 2500,
2600 and TORO series 220, P220 valves
30-925* SUPERIOR series 950, HUNTER HBV and TORO series
252 valves (1.5″and larger)
30-926*
RAIN BIRD SERIES PEB AND PESB
*AVAILABLE THROUGH YOUR DISTRIBUTOR
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SOLENOILD
ADAPTER
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