Melnor AquaTimer 65036-AMZ User manual

65036-AMZ
Four-Zone Electronic Water Timer
User Instructions nEnglish
65036AMZ_INS_ENG_00
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
+/- Buttons
Zone Button
Battery Indicator
Manual Watering Button
Cursor Button
Zone 2
Zone 1
Zone 3
Zone 4
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
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Battery Installation & Assembly
n Remove the battery holder from the back of the Timer Control Unit.
Insert two AA alkaline batteries (Do not use rechargeable batteries)
as indicated on the battery holder. Replace the battery holder, making
sure that it is firmly and securely placed in the Timer Control Unit.
n NOTE: Do not use your timer when the air temperature is below 40°F
(4.5° C). When storing your timer, be sure it is in a dry place and
protected from frost.
Installation of the Timer
n Attach the timer to an outside faucet and slowly turn on the water. The water must be left on
while the timer is attached to the faucet for your timer to operate.
n NOTE: You may choose to program your timer before or after attaching it to the faucet.
3
SETTING THE CLOCK
n Touch any button to wake the timer.
n Using the button, move the arrow to SET CLOCK.
n Press the & buttons to adjust the clock to the current time.
n Press the button again to set the time and move to the next setting, START WATER.
4
SELECT WHEN TO WATER
n With the arrow pointing to START WATER, use the & buttons to select the first time
of the day you want to water. All remaining watering cycles during the day will be based on
this time.
n Press the button to move to the next setting.
5
SELECT HOW LONG TO WATER
n With the arrow pointing to HOW LONG, use the & buttons to select the length of each
watering cycle.
n Cycles can be up to 360 minutes (6 hours) in duration.
n Press the button to move to the next setting.
6
SELECT HOW OFTEN TO WATER
n With the arrow pointing to HOW OFTEN, use the &
buttons to select the watering frequency.
n Watering can be as often as Every 1 Hour or little as
Every 7 Days (once per week).
We recommend replacing batteries when the indicator reaches
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY
EVERY 2 DAY
EVERY 1 DAY
EVER
Y
WEEK
WEEK
ONE
WEEK
TWO
WEEK
ONE
WEEK
TWO
EVERY 3 DAY
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Understanding Zones
n This is a four zone timer allowing you to water four different areas from the same faucet.
Note: You will see Zone 1 highlighted at the bottom of
the screen; program Zone 1 before moving on to Zone 2.
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
8
AUTO MODE
n After programming, the timer will be in AUTO mode.
n The screen display will alternate between showing the current time and the next watering cycle
of each zone.
n If the next watering cycle is more than 24 hours away, the NEXT START TIME will be
displayed in days instead showing a time.
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
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SETTING ANOTHER ZONE
n When you have set START WATER, HOW LONG and HOW OFTEN for Zone 1, press the
button to go back to START WATER.
n Press to select Zone 2, and repeat steps 4-6 above.
n When all desired zones are set, press the button to enter AUTO mode.

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TIMER RESET
n If you need to completely erase all settings in the timer and return it to it’s original state, press
and hold the button for 7 seconds.
n The screen will display RESET.
n NOTE: All programming will be lost when the timer is RESET.
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MANUAL WATERING
n To use a hose or other watering tool, simply press the button. Then use the button
to select which zone you want to use.
n Using the button, select the length of time you wish to water. After a few seconds, the valve
will open, and then automatically close when the selected time is reached.
n To quit the manual function, press the button again.
9
RAIN DELAY MODE
n If there is rain in the forecast, you can temporarily suspend your watering program on all zones for up
to 7 days using the RAIN DELAY feature.
n RAIN DELAY mode will stop all watering for up to 7 days.
n After the selected delay has ended, your watering program will automatically resume.
n To activate RAIN DELAY mode, make certain the arrow is pointing to AUTO. Press the key to
select the delay period. You can reduce the delay period
with the key.
n In RAIN DELAY mode, the screen will toggle between
the current TIME and the remaining DELAY time. If the
delay is greater than 12 hours, the DELAY will be shown
in DAYS.
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OFF MODE
n If you wish to stop watering for an extended period, push the button until the arrow is
pointing to OFF.
n The timer will not water automatically while in this mode. The screen will display the word OFF
in large letters.
n To start watering automatically again, simply press the button until the arrow is pointing to
AUTO. The program will begin watering at the next available Start Time.
n Note: Watering will be stopped for all zones when this
feature is activated.
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
START WATER HOW LONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAIN DELAY, HOLD
Warning: Intended for outdoor use only. Severe electrical shock could result if water is sprayed
into outlets or sources of electrical current. Do not use water more than 115°F (46°C). Do not use
when the ambient air temperature is less than 40°F (4.5°C). When not in use, remove batteries,
drain and store indoors away from freezing temperatures.
Open Valves During Installation
Shaking during transportation can cause valves to be open. If this occurs, water may run continuously
through one or more valves during installation.
n Turn the water off.
n Remove the batteries. Wait for the screen to go blank.
Reinsert the batteries.
n Note: Removing the batteries will not erase any
existing watering schedules.
n Turn the water back on.
n If the problem persists, turn off the water. Use the
Manual feature to open and close each valve 3
times.
Seasonal Storage
Freezing temperatures can cause water in the timer to
freeze and expand, damaging the timer.
n At the end of the season or when there is frost in the
forecast, turn off the water and remove your timer
from the faucet.
n Remove the batteries.
n Be sure to store the timer indoors, away from
freezing temperatures.
Tips for Battery Life
n Make sure to use fresh alkaline batteries.
n Do not use rechargeable batteries.
n Remove the batteries at the end of the season before storing.
n Batteries should last about one season. A schedule with more frequent
watering times can cause the batteries to drain faster.
Cleaning Your Timer
You should clean your timer periodically. Debris or sediments commonly found in water can build up
in your timer.
n Turn off the water. Remove the timer from the faucet and check that the filter washer is clear. If
you notice any debris, remove the filter washer and clean it out with water.
n Activate the MANUAL mode by pressing the MANUAL button. Open all of the valves and
spray water through each valve and the faucet connection to flush out any built-up sediments
or debris.
USEFUL TIPS
RAINDELAY,HOLD
STARTWATER HOW LONG
OFF
AUTO
HOWOFTEN
SET CLOCK
STARTWATER HOWLONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAINDELAY,HOLD
STARTWATER HOWLONG
OFF
HOW OFTEN AUTO
SET CLOCK
RAINDELAY,HOLD