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Connecting the Power Source - Outdoor Models
Warning: All electrical components and connection methods
must comply with all applicable national and local electrical
codes including installation by qualified personnel. These codes
may require a junction box installed on controller’s 1/2" (13mm)
NPT nipple and a means in the fixed wiring of disconnecting
AC power having a contact separation of at least 0.120" (3mm)
in the line and neutral poles. The connection wire must have
insulation rated @ 105° C min.
The controller must be connected to a grounded power source.
Do not connect to one phase of a 3-phase power supply used by
a pump or other electrical equipment.
Prior to connecting controller wiring, verify that power has been
turned off at the source by using an AC volt meter.
Steps
1. Install a 1/2" (13mm) NPT conduit body to the transformer threaded
fitting. From the conduit body, install electrical conduit routing to the
AC power source (per electrical code).
2. Pull 14 AWG through the conduit into the conduit body.
3. Using twist-on wire connectors, attach the mating wires as shown in
Figure 9
.
4. Close and secure the conduit body cover.
Figure 10
Key
5. Apply power to the controller and check controller operation. If the
controller is not operating, disconnect the power at the source and
have a qualified electrician check for possible short circuit.
Caution: For maximum
protection of the controller
electronic components when
installed outdoors, always
keep the cabinet cover closed
and locked whenever possible.
Store the cabinet keys in a safe,
convenient location.
Controller Station Test Feature
The controller
Station Test
feature enables you to quickly check
for proper valve station operation after initial installation or service. The
test cycle enables all valve stations to operate in sequence for a tempo-
rary run time, adjustable from 1–10 minutes.
1. Place the
Function
switch in the
Set Programs
or
Run
position.
2. Turn the
Dial
to the
Skip Days
-
Special Functions
position.
3. Press the
Manual
button (one time) to select the
Test Run display as shown at right.
4. A 2-minute test run time is set by default. To adjust
the run time from 1–10 minutes, press the
or
button.
5. Press the
Semi-Auto
button to start the watering cycle (station 1
will turn on).
6. Turn the
Dial
to the
Current Time
position. The display will indicate
the current clock time (initially
12:00 PM
) and station
1
.
7. To manually advance through the station operating sequence, press
the
Manual
button.
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