Weathermatic RFS5 User manual

The RFS5 is a wireless rain/freeze sensor operating on a 900 MHz bi-
directional frequency. Maximum range is 1500 feet (457m) Line of
Sight (LOS). The RFS5 is operable with all ProLine® and SmartLine®
models and rmware versions. The RFS and RFSHUB-5 are “pre-
paired” or synced at the factory for your convenience.
Required Hardware:
ProLine or SmartLine® irrigation controller/all models and
rmware versions
RFSHUB-5 wireless communication hub
RFS5 Wireless Weather Station
Step 1: Install the RFSHUB-5
The RFSHUB-5 is the wireless transceiver that communicates with
the RFS5. The RFSHUB-5 is supplied with your RFS5. To install in your
ProLine® controller, open the control panel on the 1600/4800
models. On the 800 model, remove and discard the hub cover panel
from the back of the housing.
Insert the RFSHUB-5 into the mating pin connector holes. Be
careful not to bend the connecting pins. Secure the RFSHUB-5
to the housing with the supplied athead machine screw. The
RF antenna will hang down inside the 1600 or 4800 housing.
On the 800 model, allow the RF antenna to hang underneath
the controller.
Make sure AC power is supplied to the ProLine® controller and
then proceed to Step No. 2.
Step 2: Initializing RFS5 Weather
Sensor
1. While standing in front of controllers, press the rain spindle on
the top of the RFS5 for 15 seconds; then watch the LED which is
visible through the openings in the cover at the bottom of the
RFS5. You will see 4 blinks. All blinks should be Green.
NOTE: The 4th (nal blink) indicates the strength of the RF
communication. If the 4th blink is Red, you do not have a
satisfactory RF communication. Move the RFS5 to a dierent
mounting location and repeat the diagnostic procedure.
RFS5 Wireless Rain/Freeze Sensor
Installation Guide

NOTE: The rst diagnostic blink indicates the strength of the 2
AAA lithium batteries in the RFS5. A Red blink would indicate a
need to replace the batteries. Capable life for the lithium
batteries is 10 years. If the 2nd and 3rd blinks are Red,
replacement of the weather station is required.
NOTE: A separate RFS5 weather station is required for each
ProLine® controller that you are installing.
Step 3: Conduct communication range
Press the rain spindle wick for 15 seconds and go to the ProLine®
controller. If you have RF communication, the antenna icon on the
ProLine® display should be blinking.
NOTE: The blinking will continue for 5 minutes after any communication from the RFS5. After 5 minutes,
the antenna icon will remain static until the next communication. Press the Mode button and place the
ProLine® into the Rain/Freeze Sensor position. If the installation is successful, you will have a Green light
at Rain/Freeze Sensor. In addition, the operating panel on an PL1600 or PL4800 must be closed so that
AC is present. You will get a communication error if the panel is showing NO AC.
Step 4: Choosing a location and Mounting the RFS5
1. Decide on a good mounting location for your RFS5 wireless
rain/freeze sensor. The mounting location should be one that is
not aected by a heat source such as an air conditioner, hot
roof, hot asphalt, etc. Mount in an area with unobstructed
airow. Mounting is preferred in direct sunlight with good air
ow. Additionally, the location must have open access to
rainfall (cannot be covered by any overhead obstruction such
as trees, roofs, etc.). Mount the RFS5 as close as possible to the
controller. Obstacles such as earth, hills, walls or other
structures will reduce the maximum operating range of the
RFS5. Use the diagnostic LED in the RFS5 to verify
communication and to check operating range at a specic
location. Extreme conditions may prevent wireless communication.
2. Attach mounting bracket to a smooth surface using the two mounting screws (supplied) or attach to
gutter using the wing nut provided. You may choose to remove the mounting bracket from the bracket
arm for easier installation. Make sure the RFS5 is xed in a vertical position. Tighten all wing nuts to make
sure unit is held vertical.
Rain/Freeze Sensing Function
The SLW5 wireless weather station provides rain and freeze sensing
functions to prevent watering during periods of rain and The RFS5
wireless rain/freeze sensor provides rain and freeze sensing functions to
prevent watering during periods of rain and freezing weather. The rain
override will pause watering after a minimum of 1/4 inch (6.35mm) of
rainfall is received, based on the 1/4 inch (6.35mm) factory rain sensor
setting. Settings can be changed incrementally up to 3/4 inch (19mm).

The RFS5 wireless weather station freeze sensing function will prevent
watering when the outside temperature drops below 37 degrees
Fahrenheit (1.5 degrees Celsius) and allow watering to resume when the
temperature increases above 37 degrees F (1.5 degrees Celsius). The
Sensor LED will display RED during rain or freeze periods. Additionally,
after a rain event, the ProLine® controller will continue to pause
watering for 48 hours after the rain sensor has disengaged in order to
prevent over watering. During the 48-hour extended rain delay, the
sensor LED is ORANGE. In the event you choose to end the 48-hour
extended rain delay, press the Sensor button twice and the sensor will
return to a GREEN color and permit watering. If the rmware version in
your ProLine® controller has an SLW DLY function, you can adjust the factory default setting of 48 hours delay
to a period of 0–99 hours.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance
Each RFS5 and RFSHUB-5 are shipped together as a mated pair with a factory set security code. Therefore if you
ever need replace an RFS5 always install the mating RFSHUB-5 that ships with the unit. After replacing both
components, you should reactivate the RFS5 using step 2 above to assure communication.
The RFS5 wireless weather station is designed for years of maintenance free operation. You will need to change
the two AAA lithium batteries after approximately 10 years of operation. See instructions under Changing
Lithium Batteries.
Changing Lithium Batteries
To change the RFS5 wireless weather station batteries:
1. Loosen the bottom cover screws on the RFS5 and rotate the
cover in the keyholes and remove the cover.
2. Replace the existing batteries with two (2) new AAA lithium
batteries.
3. Reactivate the RFS5. See Step 2 above.
4. Return to the controller and make sure the Rain/Freeze “On”
LED is green. If the RFS5 wireless rain/freeze sensor and
controller are in communication, the antenna icon will appear in the display.
Verify the remaining voltage in the RFS5 battery at any time by turning the dial to Advanced Menu, Tests. Push
Next to get Outputs, then push DOWN button to get RFS Battery. Push Next to read the remaining voltage.
Note: The RFS Battery function is visible after you have established communication with the RFS5.
RADIO FREQUENCY RADIATION EXPOSURE INFORMATION:
This equipment complies with FCC radiation exposure limits set forth for an uncontrolled
environment. This equipment should be installed and operated with minimum distance of 20 cm
between the radiator and your body. The OLPSLHUBRF900M transmitter can be co-located and
operating in conjunction with the WiFi/BLE radio module with FCC ID: 2AC7Z-ESPWROOM32D
Module

Model: RFS5
FCC ID: OLPRFS5900MZ
Model: RFSHUB-5
FCC ID: OLPRFSHUB5900MZ
These devices comply with Part 15 of the FCC rules subject to the following two conditions:
1. This device may not cause harmful interference.
2. This device must accept all interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
Changes or modications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could
void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.