Raindrip WeatherSmart RSC600i Assembly instructions

Smart Controller
Installation
& Programing
RSC600i
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Support
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Product Information
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear of the
controller. Record these numbers in the space provided
below. Have these numbers available when contacting
Technical Support.
MODEL NO.:
SERIAL NO.:
Additional Support
If additional support is required after reading the instructions
in this guide, then Internet Video Support or Technical Phone
Support is available.
Internet Video Support:
raindrip.com/smart
Technical Phone Support: 877-502-7952
Monday - Friday 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
Saturday - Sunday 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Pacific Standard Time)
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Smart Controller Technology . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
Irrigation System Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Package Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Smart Controller Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5-6
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7
Installation Mount Docking Station . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Wiring . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Dock Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Programming: Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11-12
Programming: Edit Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13-16
Auto Run (ON / SKIP / OFF) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Water Now . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
Disabling Smart Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Rain Sensor / Switch . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Operational Notes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Status Indicators . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
FAQ . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
Programming Aid - Introduction . . . . . . . . . . .25-26
Programming Aid - Example . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27-28
Programming Aid - Worksheet . . . . . . . . . . . .29-30
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32
Table of Contents
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Smart Controller Technology
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Smart controllers can reduce water consumption as
much as 30% by optimizing the amount of water
applied to landscaping. A smart controller applies
100% of the programmed watering duration during
the hottest months of the year and reduces watering
durations for cooler months. Watering duration
compensation factors are based on 10 years of
historical weather data for specific zip code regions.
0%
10%
20%
30%
40%
50%
60%
70%
80%
90%
100%
jan feb mar apr may jun jul aug sep oct nov dec
Typical Monthly Water Savings %
*results will vary by zip code region
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illustration 3 E
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B
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A. Controller
B. Wires
C. Valves and Solenoids
D. Sprinkler Zones
E. Drip Irrigation Zones
Irrigation System Overview
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Package Contents
❶Smart Controller / Docking Station
❷AC Power Supply
❸Mounting Hardware
a. #8 X 11/4" Screws (4)
b. Drywall Anchors (4)
❹Installation & Programming Guide
❺Registration Card
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❷❸
❹ ❺
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Smart Controller Features
RSC600i
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• 6 zones with up to 4 independent watering cycles per day per zone.
• Automatically adjusts watering duration based on historical weather
patterns for your zip code and time of year.
• Daily and Year-to-Date water savings displayed.
• Built-in diagnostics automatically troubleshoots and alerts of wiring issues.
• Audible beeps to alert for low batteries, wiring faults, and other user
interface actions.
• "Skip" function allows for manual interruption of watering schedule for
yard work and other activities.
• "Water Now" function allows for manual watering to test irrigation system.
• Rain Sensor / Switch ready - works with most major brands.
• Easy to read, oversized backlit display.
• Controller "undocks" to allow for comfortable / convenient programming.
• Automatically adjusts for daylight savings.
• Optional conventional timer mode (non-smart).
• Requires 2 AA batteries (not included).
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Overview
RSC600i
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❶LCD Display – Displays status of the controller. (page 21-22)
❷Navigation Pad – Used to select, change, and enter values.
• LEFT and RIGHT arrows to move left or right.
• UP and DOWN arrows to increase or decrease values.
• ENTER saves all values and advances to next screen.
❸Settings – View or change DATE, TIME, ZIP CODE, and
WATERING DAYS option. (page 11-12)
❹Edit Schedule – View or change the WATERING SCHEDULE. (page 13-16)
❺Auto Run – Change operating mode to ON / SKIP / OFF. (page 17)
❻Water Now – Manual watering Start / Stop. (page 18)
❼A/C Power Connection – External power connection.
❽Valve Solenoid Wire Terminals – Color coded quick connect terminals.
❾Rain Sensor / Switch Terminals – For rain sensor / switch wiring
(optional). No additional programming required. (page 20)
❿Reset – Stops watering; clears controller memory of any errors;
and returns controller to the idle state. DATE, TIME, ZIP CODE,
WATERING DAYS option, and WATERING SCHEDULE are not erased.
⓫Removable Cover – To access SETTINGS, EDIT SCHEDULE, and RESET
buttons.
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Overview
RSC600i
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❸
❷
❻
❹
❿
❾
❽
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Items Required for Installation
• Docking Station (provided)
• #8 X 11⁄4" screws (4) (provided)
• Drywall anchors (4) (provided)
• Phillips head screwdriver
• Wire strippers
• Power drill (if drywall anchors are to be used)
• 1/4" drill bit (if drywall anchors are to be used)
• Sprinkler wire (18 gage, solid copper wire recommended)
Installation Requirements
Note: If replacing an existing irrigation timer, label each of the
wires as they are removed from the old timer so they can be
placed in the same position on the RSC600i.
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Docking Station Installation - Indoors Only
For new installations
• Locate near sprinkler wires from
irrigation system valve solenoids.
• Locate within 48" of a 110 volt AC outlet.
Mount the docking station
• Undock and set the controller aside.
• At the selected location, hold
the docking station on the wall.
• Using the docking station as a template,
mark the four screw locations on the wall.
• If drywall anchors are needed, drill a 1/4"
hole in the wall at each marked location.
• Insert a drywall anchor in each hole so that
it is flush with the wall surface.
• Position the docking station over the anchors.
• Insert and tighten one #8 X 11⁄4" screw in
each of the four holes. Do not overtighten screws.
Installation: Mount Docking Station
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Wiring the Docking Station
These instructions assume your irrigation system is properly installed and
the valve solenoid wires are available at the controller mounting location.
CAUTION: Do not connect more than one wire to each
terminal. Damage to the controller will occur.
Common Wire Connections
• Insert the common wire from the solenoids to a "COMMON"
terminal (white) at the bottom of the docking station.
Zone Wire Connections
• Insert one control wire from a specific solenoid (zone 1) to a
corresponding "ZONES" terminal (blue 1) at the bottom of the
docking station. Repeat for each zone solenoid.
• Check wires to ensure they
are fully seated and secure.
• Plug A/C Power Suppy
connector to the "24 VAC
POWER" terminal (red), then
plug the Power Supply into a
110 volt outlet.
Installation: Wiring
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Docking the Controller
• Remove display protective film.
• Install AA batteries in the back of the controller.
• Place the back of the controller against the docking station
• Slide the controller downward until it is firmly seated at the
bottom of the docking station.
• Confirm UNDOCKED indicator is turned off.
The controller is ready for programming and operation.
Installation: Dock Controller
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Remove Cover
View or change DATE, TIME, ZIP CODE, and WATERING DAYS option.
Programming: Settings
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1. Press SETTINGS button
2. Adjust CURRENT DATE.
Press ENTER.
3. Adjust CURRENT TIME
(note AM or PM).
Press ENTER.
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Programming: Settings
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4. Adjust your local ZIP CODE.
Press ENTER.
• If ENTER ZIP CODE ERROR is displayed;
the zip code is not recognized.
-Check the entered zip code number.
-Use a neighboring zip code if necessary.
5. Select WATERING DAYS option.
Press ENTER.
-Option 1: (see page 13)
“WATER ON SPECIFIC DAYS OF WEEK”
-Option 2: (see page 14)
“WATER ON ODD OR EVEN DATES OF MONTH”
SETTINGS are now complete.
Note: To operate the controller
as a conventional (non-smart)
timer, see page 19.
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Remove Cover
View or change WATERING DAYS option.
Programming: Edit Schedule
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1. Use Programming Aid to facilitate
watering schedule programming
(pages 25 thru 30)
2. Press EDIT SCHEDULE button
3. Adjust number of watering CYCLES
for each day.
4. After CYCLES have been set for all
days, then press ENTER.
5. Repeat for all ZONES.
(continued)
Option 1: WATER ON SPECIFIC DAYS OF WEEK
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Programming: Edit Schedule
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1. Use Programming Aid to facilitate
watering schedule programming
(pages 25 thru 30)
2. Press EDIT SCHEDULE button
3. Select ODD DATES or EVEN DATES.
4. Adjust number of watering
CYCLES, then press ENTER.
5. Repeat for all ZONES.
(continued)
Option 2: WATER ON ODD OR EVEN DATES OF MONTH
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View or change WATERING SCHEDULE START TIME and DURATION.
Programming: Edit Schedule
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AM/PM
«
Start time
Cycle #
Zone #
Duration
6. Adjust DURATION (1-99 minutes).
-Set DURATION for the hottest month of the year.
7. Adjust START TIME (note AM or PM). Press ENTER.
8. Repeat for remaining ZONES and watering CYCLES.
WATERING SCHEDULE programming is now complete.
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Programming: Edit Schedule
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WATERING SCHEDULE Notes:
• Zone watering schedules are reserved to avoid duplicate or
overlapping START TIMES and DURATIONS. During programming,
START TIMES may skip to the next available time slot.
• DURATION should be set before setting a START TIME.
• Watering schedule entries can be reviewed and corrected at any
time during programming by pressing the EDIT SCHEDULE button.
• START TIMES and DURATIONS are restricted so that watering
cannot cross midnight.
• The automatically adjusted minimum watering duration will be
one (1) minute. If the adjusted duration is less that 30 seconds,
the actual watering duration will be zero (0) minutes and no
watering will occur for that specific zone.
• To erase ALL watering schedule programs, press and hold EDIT
SCHEDULE for 5 seconds.
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Change AUTO RUN mode to ON, SKIP, or OFF.
Auto Run (ON / SKIP / OFF)
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On Mode Skip Mode Off Mode
Press AUTO RUN button to select ON, SKIP, or OFF mode.
ON: Controller is in automatic watering mode.
SKIP: Controller will “skip” watering for a selected time period.
1. Input DURATION (1 to 99 hours).
2. Press ENTER to start the skip cycle.
• After SKIP cycle completes, the controller will return
to the previous operating mode (ON or OFF).
SKIP programming is now complete.
OFF: Controller is “off” and will not execute any watering schedule program.
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