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Install the controller after you have programmed it. This controller will operate only with the Hydro-Rain

®

 DC latching solenoid 

that is included in the HRC-900 package. Replace the original solenoid on the valve to be connected to the controller with the 
included Hydro-Rain

®

 DC Solenoid (HRC-900-SD-MD) as follows: If more than one valve will be used with this controller you will 

need to purchase additional Hydro-Rain DC latching solenoid modules. (# HRC-900-SD-MD).    
1. 

Make sure the main controller unit is fully inserted into the docking bay.

2. 

Twist on the protective controller cover tight enough to ensure a waterproof, dirt-proof seal, but do not over-tighten. 

3. 

Remove the existing solenoids from the valves to be connected to the controller by twisting counterclockwise.

4. 

Replace the solenoids you have just removed with the HRC-900-SD-MD solenoid(s) that is included with the controller. Twist  

 

them clockwise onto the valves. 

NOTe: If the new solenoids aren’t compatible with the threads of the valve, use the thread converter  

 

that came with the controller to install them.

 

5. 

Insert the solenoid jacks into the corresponding numbered valve ports on the back of the docking bay. Align the notches  

 

on the plugs with the notches in the valve ports. 

6. 

Using the clip provided mount the controller on a valve solenoid for optimal accessibility and visibility.

HRC 900 Soleniod (HRC-900-SD-MD) Start-up Instructions

1. 

Plug solenoid jacks into base of controller.

2. 

Toggle 

MODE

NEXT

CONFIRM

 to Off and press 

MODE

NEXT

CONFIRM

.

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3. 

Allow controller to be Off for 60 seconds.

4. 

Set DAy, TIMe, and A/B PROgRAM.

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Summary of Contents for HRC-900-04-01

Page 1: ...nal instructions 16 pages color non printing PMS Cool Gray 3 PMS 2955 color non printing PMS 432 Registration K Printers are responsible for meeting print production requirements Any changes must be approved by the client and Fluid Studio printed piece must meet designated specifications on this form dimensions flat w 7 25 h 4 5 finished w 7 25 h 4 5 2007 Fluid Studio This work is the property of ...

Page 2: ...ay icons 03 Section 2 getting started 05 Section 3 Programming Your ControlleR 06 Section 4 Installing the Controller 11 Section 5 Glossary of Terms 12 Section 6 Troubleshooting 14 n 02 n 08HYD005525 04000 24 rC indd 2 11 16 07 3 42 52 PM ...

Page 3: ...elay Mode interrupt watering from 1 to 7 days 6 Off Mode set programs will not run 7 Mode advances to the next Mode 8 Next advances to the next option 9 Left Minus advances to the left or decreases settings 10 Right Plus advances to the right or increases settings 11 Confirm accepts a program setting 12 Toggle toggles watering on or off for days to water Section 1 LcD Display icons n 03 n 08HYD005...

Page 4: ...ram s 15 Shows the current cycle A B or C 16 Indicates low batteries 17 Indicates the time is being set 18 Shows time and durations 19 Interval water every 1 to 32 days 20 2nd or 3rd water every other day or every third day n 04 n Section 1 LcD Display icons 08HYD005525 04000 24 rC indd 4 11 16 07 3 43 01 PM ...

Page 5: ...ime Activate Batteries Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Remove Cap Separate Program Pod from Base Remove strip from battery Begin Programming Note The batteries should last a full watering season Replace batteries as needed During battery changes programming will be preserved for 25 seconds Section 2 getting started n 05 n 08HYD005525 04000 24 rC indd 5 11 16 07 3 43 07 PM ...

Page 6: ...press MODE NEXT CONFIRM Note At this point a watering plan is needed if you need help developing a watering plan please see page 10 Set Program A 1 Press MODE NEXT CONFIRM until SET and PRO A are flashing then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM to accept 2 Using MODE NEXT CONFIRM or MODE NEXT CONFIRM select the watering day option that best fits your needs then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM a water drop will highl...

Page 7: ...EXT CONFIRM Set Program B 1 Press MODE NEXT CONFIRM until SET and PRO B are flashing then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM to accept 2 Follow steps 2 5 from Set Program A Automatic Watering Press MODE NEXT CONFIRM until AUTO is flashing then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM Note If no buttons are pushed for 1 minute the controller will default to AUTO mode Bonus Feature Pressing MODE NEXT CONFIRM in AUTO mode will ...

Page 8: ...M Note To terminate manual watering press MODE NEXT CONFIRM or MODE NEXT CONFIRM simultaneously Watering Budgeting 1 Press MODE NEXT CONFIRM until SET and BUDGET are both flashing then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM 2 Using MODE NEXT CONFIRM or MODE NEXT CONFIRM increase or decrease the budget adjustment 20 200 then press MODE NEXT CONFIRM Note For a 10 minute duration 50 will reduce it to 5 minutes and ...

Page 9: ... CONFIRM Using the Optional Rain Freeze Sensor HRC 900 RS MD An optional Hydro Rain brand rain freeze sensor HRC 900 RS MD can be purchased separately to prevent programmed watering for a period of time after rain falls or when temperatures fall below 37ºF 3ºC The sensor jack plugs directly into the back of the controller in the port labeled RAIN FREEZE SENSOR For installation and operating instru...

Page 10: ...gram the controller A Few Things You Should Know Whenever you press the MODE NEXT CONFIRM button the current programmed watering schedule will be stopped and any station that is currently watering will be turned off immediately In most cases while programming the controller it will return to AUTO mode if no buttons are pressed for 1 minute There is a 20 second delay between the time the controller...

Page 11: ...by twisting counterclockwise 4 Replace the solenoids you have just removed with the HRC 900 SD MD solenoid s that is included with the controller Twist them clockwise onto the valves NOTE If the new solenoids aren t compatible with the threads of the valve use the thread converter that came with the controller to install them 5 Insert the solenoid jacks into the corresponding numbered valve ports ...

Page 12: ...e operated multiple times on the same day Program A or B One or more watering stations that share a common programmed watering schedule Rain Delay A feature that prevents the sprinkler controller from running it s scheduled water ing program for a specific duration Solenoid The electrical part on a sprinkler irrigation valve that opens and closes the valve n 12 n Section 5 Glossary of Terms 08HYD0...

Page 13: ...Watering Station An area where the watering irrigation is all controlled by a single control valve Valve Watering or Irrigation Valve Used in conjunction with sprinkler controllers a convenient way to deliver water to lawns plants and gardens Watering Program See Program A or B Zones See Station Watering Station n 13 n Section 5 Glossary of Terms 08HYD005525 04000 24 rC indd 13 11 16 07 3 43 11 PM...

Page 14: ...aulty 2 Particles of dirt or debris are stuck in valve or solenoid 3 Valve diaphragm is faulty 4 Jack was unplugged while valve was watering All stations do not turn on 1 Controller is in OFF or DELAY mode 2 Lack of power due to depleted batteries or faulty solar panel optional 3 Programming is incorrect Controller will not power up 1 Batteries are installed incorrectly 2 Lack of power due to depl...

Page 15: ...ribed in this manual Warranty and Statement Hydro Rain warrants to its customers that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of three years from the date of purchase We will replace free of charge the defective part or parts found to be defective under normal use and service for a period of up to three years after purchase proof of purchase required We res...

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