FLORABEST FBC 7 A1 User manual

PROGRAMMABLE WATER TIMER FBC 7 A1
PROGRAMMABLE WATER TIMER
Operating instructions
BEVATTNINGSDATOR
Bruksanvisning
BEWÄSSERUNGSCOMPUTER
Bedienungsanleitung
KASTELUTIETOKONE
Käyttöohje
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Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise
yourself with all functions of the device.
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Index
Introduction . . . . . . . . 2
Information for these
operating instructions . . . . .2
Copyright . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Limited liability . . . . . . . . . .2
Warnings . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Intended use. . . . . . . . . . . .4
Safety. . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Basic Safety Instructions. . .5
Interaction with batteries . .6
Connection . . . . . . . . . 7
Safety instructions. . . . . . . .7
Items supplied and initial
inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Disposal of the packaging .8
Requirements for the
installation location. . . . . . .8
Connecting the appliance .9
Connecting the rain sensor10
Inserting/replacing the
batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
General Description 11
Appliance overview . . . . .11
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Operation/
Programming . . . . . .13
General information . . . . .13
Programming the appliance13
Stopping the watering . . .17
Setting the Summer Time .17
Rain sensor. . . . . . . . . . . .17
Manual watering . . . . . . .18
Battery charge level . . . . .18
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 19
Safety instructions. . . . . . .19
Troubleshooting . . . 20
Malfunction causes and
remedies. . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Storage/Disposal . . 21
Storage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Disposal of the appliance.21
Disposing of the batteries.21
Appendix . . . . . . . . . 22
Technical data . . . . . . . . .22
Notes on the EC
Declaration of Conformity 23
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Importer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
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Introduction
Information for these operating instructions
Congratulations on the purchase of your new appliance.
You have clearly decided in favour of a quality product. These
operating instructions are a component of the Programmable Water
Timer FBC 7 A1 (hereafter designated as the appliance) and they
provide you with important information about the intended use,
safety, connection and operation of the appliance.
These operating instructions must be constantly kept available close
to the appliance. They are to be read and applied by everyone
assigned to operate the appliance and to eliminate faults in it.
Retain these operating instructions and pass them on, together with
the appliance, to any future owners.
Copyright
This documentation is copyright protected.
Any copying or reproduction, including as extracts, as well as the
reproduction of images, also in an altered state, is only permitted
with the written authorisation of the manufacturer.
Limited liability
All technical information, data and information for connection and
operation contained in these operating instructions correspond to the
latest at time of printing and, to the best of our knowledge, take into
account our previous experience and know-how.
No claims can be derived from the details, illustrations and descrip-
tions in these instructions.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused
by failure to observe the instructions, improper use, inappropriate
repairs, making unauthorized changes or for using unapproved
replacement parts.
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Warnings
In the existing operation instructions the following warnings are used:
WARNING
A warning at this risk level signifies a possible
dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoided it could lead to injuries.
► The directives in this warning are there to avoid personal injuries.
IMPORTANT
A warning at this risk level signifies possible
property damage.
If the situation is not avoided it could lead to property damage.
► The directives in this warning are there to avoid property damage.
NOTICE
► A notice signifies additional information that will assist you in
the operation of the appliance.
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Intended use
This appliance is intended ONLY for non-commercial use to control
sprinklers and irrigation systems.
The appliance may only be used in outdoor areas.
This appliance is not intended for any other use or for uses beyond
those mentioned.
WARNING
Risks from unintended use!
Risks can arise if the appliance is used for unintended purposes
and/or other types of use.
► Use the appliance exclusively for its intended purposes.
► Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions.
Claims of any kind for damage resulting from unintended use will not
be accepted.
The operator alone bears liability.
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Safety
In this chapter you receive important safety information regarding
the handling of the appliance.
This appliance complies with the statutory safety regulations. Incorrect
usage can, however, lead to personal and property damage.
Basic Safety Instructions
For safe handling of the appliance observe the following safety
information:
■ Before use check the appliance for visible external damage.
Do not take into operation an appliance that is damaged or has
been dropped.
■ Individuals who, due to their physical, intellectual or motor
abilities, are incapable of operating the appliance safely may
only use the appliance under supervision or direction from a
responsible person.
■ Only permit children to use the appliance under supervision.
■ Repairs should be carried out ONLY by authorized specialist
companies or by the Customer Service Department. Incorrect
repairs could result in significant risks for the user. In addition,
warranty claims would become void.
■ A repair to the appliance during the warranty period may only
be carried out by a repair and servicing firm authorised by the
manufacturer, if it is not, additional warranty claims for subse-
quent damages cannot be accepted.
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■ Defective components may only be replaced with original replace-
ment parts. Only by using original replacement parts can it be
guaranteed that the safety requirements are being complied with.
■ Avoid direct solar radiation.
■ Do not operate the appliance adjacent to open flames.
■ Check the appliance and its supply lines at regular intervals for
watertightness and fault-free functioning.
Interaction with batteries
WARNING
Risks from improper use!
For the safe handling of batteries observe the following safety
instructions:
► Do not throw batteries into a fire.
► Never short-circuit batteries.
► Do not attempt to recharge batteries.
► Regularly check the condition of the batteries. Leaking battery
acid can cause permanent damage to the appliance.
Special caution should be applied when handling damaged
or leaking batteries. Risks of acid burns!
Wear protective gloves.
► Store batteries in a place inaccessible to children. If one should
be swallowed, seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
► Remove the batteries from the appliance if you are not
planning to use it for an extended period.
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Connection
Safety instructions
WARNING
During the commissioning of the appliance per-
sonal injury and property damage could occur!
To avoid risks, pay heed to the following safety instructions:
► Packaging material should not be used as a play thing.
There is a risk of suffocation!
Items supplied and initial inspection
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
▯ Watering Computer
▯ Jumper (pre-installed)
▯ Adapter 33.3 mm to 26.5 mm (G1" to G3/4")
▯ Coupling unit
▯ These operating instructions
NOTICE
► Check the contents to make sure everything is there and for
visible damage.
► If the contents are incomplete, or have been damaged due
to defective packaging or transportation, contact the Service
Hotline (see chapter Service).
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Disposal of the packaging
The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The
packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their en-
vironmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore
recyclable.
The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit
saves on raw material and reduces generated waste.
Dispose of packaging material that is no longer needed
according to the regionally established regulations.
NOTICE
► If possible preserve the appliance's original packaging
during the warranty period so that, in the case of a warranty
claim, you can package the appliance properly for return.
Requirements for the installation location
For the safe and trouble-free operation of the appliance the following
requirements must be met at the installation location:
■ The temperature of the water flowing through it may be a max.
of 40°C.
■ Use only clean freshwater.
■ Connect the appliance perpendicularly, with the hose connection
underneath.
■ Minimum operating temperature +5°C.
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Connecting the appliance
IMPORTANT
This Programmable Water Timer may only be connected to a
drinking water outlet fitted with a safety device that corresponds
to at least TYPE HD as per EN 1717 (non-return valve with
pipe ventilation).
► Appropriate adapters are commercially available.
NOTICE
► The appliance is equipped with a coupling nut
6
for water
taps with a 33.3 mm thread (G1"). The adapter
11
is used to
connect the appliance to water taps with a 26.5 mm thread
(G ³/₄"). Should leaks/spills be encountered when using the
adapter
11
, it is recommended that you wrap the thread of
the tap with Teflon sealing tape.
♦ For a 26,5 mm thread (G ³⁄₄"): Screw the adapter 11 onto the
water tap.
♦ Screw the coupling nut 6onto the thread of the water tap
resp. the adapter.
♦ Screw the coupling unit 12 onto the hose connection. You can
the connect a hose to the coupling unit.
♦ Open the water tap.
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Connecting the rain sensor
IMPORTANT
► A jumper 7is inserted in the terminals 8on delivery. It must
always be inserted if you are not connecting a rain sensor,
otherwise the programmed watering cannot take place.
► If the jumper is lost, you can bend a new jumper into shape
using standard commercial wire or a paperclip.
NOTICE
► An example of a compatible rain sensor is the Kärcher rain
sensor no. 2.645-037. You should also observe the operat-
ing instructions for the rain sensor.
► Please also note that structural changes to the rain sensor
connecting plug will result in the loss of warranty.
♦ Push the two levers for unlocking the terminals 8upwards and
remove the jumper 7.
♦ Insert the cable ends of the rain sensor into the terminals 8
and then clamp them firmly by pushing the two levers back
down again.
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Inserting/replacing the batteries
♦ Unlock the battery compartment and pull the battery compart-
ment down and out of the appliance.
♦ Remove the discharged batteries.
♦ Insert 2 Type AA batteries (LR06-Mignon) into the battery
compartment. Ensure that the polarities are correct.
♦ Push the battery compartment back in the appliance until it
clicks into place.
The display is switched on, the system time starts at 0:00 and
the hour display blinks for a short time.
General Description
Appliance overview
See in addition the illustrations on the fold-out side.
Display
2Rotary knob: change adjustable values
3Button M
4Button
5Button ON/OFF
6Coupling nut
7Jumper
8Terminals for a rain sensor
9Hose connection
10 Battery compartment
11 Adapter G1" to G3/4"
12 Coupling unit
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Display
A
B
C
D
F
G
H
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Display area Meaning
A System time
B Time for the next watering
C Run time/Water flow
D Battery charge level
E Display Summer Time
F Display Rain Sensor
G Display Watering
H Weekday
IWatering interval
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Operation/Programming
In this chapter you will receive important information about the
operation and programming of the appliance.
General information
■ By pressing the button M3you activate the programming
mode.You can either carry out all settings in succession or,
by repeatedly pressing the button M3, switch between the
following setting options:
― System time (actual time/weekday)
― Water flow in %
― Time for the next watering
― Duration of the watering
― Watering interval
― Standby (Programming mode terminated and watering
programme active).
■ After about 1 minute without input the appliance returns to
standby mode.All values already programmed are retained.
■ By pressing the button ON/OFF 5the programming mode can
be terminated at any time. All values already programmed are
retained.
Programming the appliance
System time ( A )
♦ Press the button M3once. The hour indicator and the clock
symbol blink.
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The minute indicator and the clock symbol
blink.
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♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The clock symbol and a triangle blink
before the currently programmed weekday.
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the weekday and press the
button 4. The symbol % and the currently programmed
value for the water flow blink.
Water flow ( C )
NOTICE
► The setting for the water flow affects the watering duration:
0%: Watering deactivated.
<100%: Watering duration reduced by the set factor.
=100%: Watering duration as set
>100%: Watering duration extended by the set factor.
♦ Repeatedly press the button M3until the symbol % and the
currently set level for the water flow blink (not necessary if you
have already programmed the system time).
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The indicator Next Watering and the
time indicator blink.
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Time for the next watering
♦ Repeatedly press the button M3until the indicator Next
Watering and the hour indicator blink (not necessary if you
have already programmed the water flow).
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The minute indicator and the indicator
Next Watering blink.
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The indicator Run Time and the hour
indicator blink.
Run Time ( C )
♦ Repeatedly press the button M3until the indicator Run Time
and the hour indicator blink (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the next watering).
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and press
the button 4. The minute indicator and the indicator
Run Time blink.
♦ Using the rotary knob 2enter in the required value and
press the button 4. The display for setting the watering
frequency blinks.
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Watering frequency ( H or I)
NOTICE
► You can set the watering frequency via the watering interval
(I) or via the day of the week (
H
).
Watering interval ( )
♦ Repeatedly press the button M3until the indicator for setting
the watering frequency blinks (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the next watering duration).
♦ Using the rotary knob 2set the required watering interval:
8h/12h/24h (every 8/12/24 hours) resp. 2nd/3rd/5th/
7th (every 2nd/3rd/5th/7th day).
♦ Press the button 4. The programming mode is terminated
and the watering programme is active.
Weekday ( )
♦ Repeatedly press the button M3until the indicator for setting
the watering frequency blinks (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the watering duration).
♦ Using the rotary knob 2select, one after the other, each day
of the week and then decide, by repeatedly pressing the button
4, if on this day a watering will take place (symbol
is indicated) or not (symbol is not indicated).
♦ Press the button M3to complete the programming. The program-
ming mode is terminated and the watering programme is active.
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Stopping the watering
♦ During watering, press the ON/OFF 5button to stop the
watering.
Setting the Summer Time
♦ While the appliance is in standby mode, press and hold the
button 4for at least 2 seconds. In the display appears
Summer and the time is advanced by 1 hour.
♦ Press and hold the button 4again for 2 seconds to
deactivate Summer Time.
Rain sensor
Before each watering, the signal from the optional rain sensor is
queried:
LOW: Watering is carried out as scheduled.
HIGH: Watering is not carried out. The rain sensor symbol F blinks
for one minute.
IMPORTANT
► A jumper 7is inserted in the terminals 8on delivery. It must
always be inserted if you are not connecting a rain sensor,
otherwise the programmed watering cannot take place.
► If the jumper is lost, you can bend a new jumper into shape
using standard commercial wire or a paperclip.
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