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Contents
Introduction
Welcome to Rain Bird ...................................... 1
Controller Features ......................................... 1
Controls and Indicators................................... 1
Key Functions..................................................................... 1
Normal Operation
Auto ................................................................. 2
Off .................................................................... 2
Basic Programming
Date/Time ........................................................ 2
Zone Schedule ................................................. 3
Select Zone .........................................................................3
Set Watering Run Times ................................................3
Set Watering Start Times............................................... 3
Set Watering Start Days.................................................4
Custom Days ..................................................................4
Odd Days .........................................................................4
Even Days......................................................................... 4
Cyclic Days.......................................................................4
Additional Features
Manual Watering ............................................. 5
Water ALL Zones:.............................................................. 5
Water ONE Zone:..............................................................6
Seasonal Adjust............................................... 6
Installation
Indoor Model................................................... 7
Mount Controller..............................................................7
Connect Power..................................................................7
Wiring Connections......................................... 8
Connect Zone Valves...................................................... 8
Connect Master Valve ....................................................8
Connect Pump Start Relay...........................................9
Connect Rain Sensor ......................................................9
Options and Special Features
Install Batteries ............................................. 10
Reset Button .................................................. 10
Rain Sensor Bypass ....................................... 10
Set Bypass for All Zones............................................. 10
Troubleshooting
Error Detection.............................................. 11
Watering Issues ............................................. 11
Electrical Issues ............................................. 11
Programming Chart............................. 12
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