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Thank you for purchasing a WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller. 

Nymet Australia have designed and manufactured a Wireless Irrigation Controller that is straightforward to install and simple 
to use. The WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller is capable of up to 10 programmable watering zones that can be controlled 
remotely through any device that has internet connectivity. e.g. Smart Phone, Computer or Smart TV at www.control-me.net

Before you use WaterMe please read this installation guide thoroughly to ensure the product is confi gured and installed 
correctly. 

Download WaterMe App

To download the WaterMe App please search for ‘WaterMe‘ on your mobile device. WaterMe is compatible with both Apple 
and Android mobile platforms.

 

Support

User support is available via [email protected] as well as ongoing product information and updates at 
www.waterme.com.au

The contents of this manual will be periodically updated or revised due to product updates. New versions of the WaterMe 
Installation/User Guide will be available via visiting www.waterme.com.au/support

 Introduction to WaterMe

Summary of Contents for WaterMe

Page 1: ...User Manual Wireless Irrigation Controller www control me net www waterme com au...

Page 2: ...ou use WaterMe please read this installation guide thoroughly to ensure the product is configured and installed correctly Download WaterMe App To download the WaterMe App please search for WaterMe on...

Page 3: ...ller Once the WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller has been connected to a power source the main indication light will display a colour representing a connection type Type Description Green Solid De...

Page 4: ...perational 4 Power Adapter 1 5 Metres 100 240V 50 6042 2A Max Output 24V Power adapter comes connected to the WaterMe controller 5 2x Stainless Steel Screws Size M5 6 4x Cover Mounting Screws Size M5...

Page 5: ...roceeding please ensure that you have the following items available to successfully install and connect your WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller Pre Installation Setup Minimum Checklist Required fo...

Page 6: ...ing the WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller 20 Section 4 0 Connecting the Valve and Sensor Wires 21 4 1 Connecting Wires to the Terminals 24 Section 5 0 Mounting the Front Housing 25 Section 6 0 Fl...

Page 7: ...is a connection to the internet 3 Smart Phone e g iPhone or Android Platform WaterMe can be controlled and monitored by a smart phone Apple and Android supported at any location in the world providin...

Page 8: ...p View No Item Description 1 Main Status Light Indicates that WaterMe has power to the unit 2 Zone Indication Lights Indicates which zone is currently active 3 Terminal Inputs Solenoid wire connection...

Page 9: ...es a connection to the internet to allow remote access from your smart phone computer or any device with an active internet connection This connection can be established via a Wireless connection thro...

Page 10: ...e No Item 1 WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller 2 Connection to a power supply 3 2 4 GHz or dual band capable router 4 Internet capable mobile phone Apple or Android operating platform 1 Download t...

Page 11: ...he main status light on your WaterMe unit will remain solid green If the indicator light does not remain solid green then refer to the access point mode configuration Note Initially the main status li...

Page 12: ...ternal housing 7 Register submission button 1 Access the WaterMe app from your mobile phone From the main menu screen press Register Register WaterMe via your Mobile Phone To complete the activation p...

Page 13: ...ely 30 seconds This will indicate that the device has initialised and is ready to be used Note If you did not hear three beeps sound or the main status indicator light does not flash please switch off...

Page 14: ...the PassKey section in the box below 6 The submit button will restart the WaterMe controller prompting it to attempt to join the selected network 7 Once the controller has connected to the server the...

Page 15: ...to the website using your email address and chosen password SECTION 2 4 1 To register your device access the web interface via http www waterme com au and select Sign into your WaterMe Account at the...

Page 16: ...network e g WPA WPA WPA2 Open If you don t know the above information you will not be able to connect your WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller to your Wi Fi network How to find this information Rev...

Page 17: ...n Controller in direct sunlight or exposed to weather conditions such as rain hail or strong wind Note Mains power must be available within 1 5 metres 5 feet from the WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Contr...

Page 18: ...m PVC pipe not included Wire Output PVC Pipe Installation optional Wall Installation Types Option 2 Smart Installation Wall Wire Extrusion Rear Conduit The WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller is in...

Page 19: ...o exit the controller The WaterMe Wireless Irrigation Controller has two wire grommets one at the base of the controller for standard installation and one at the rear for smart installation The follow...

Page 20: ...Screw driver not provided Caution For Standard and Smart Installation ensure that the controller is placed in the correct upright position with the main wire outlet at the bottom as previously mention...

Page 21: ...or Input optional WaterMe can be programmed to shutdown any scheduled watering in the in the event of rain detection 8 FLOW1 Flow Sensor 1 Input Flow sensor 1 yellow wire input 9 FLOW2 Flow Sensor 2 I...

Page 22: ...he valve and sensor wires extruding out of the bottom conduit This is an example only and is a recommended installation configuration Actual installation may vary based on individual setup To other So...

Page 23: ...rigation system This will allow the flow sensor to monitor the amount of water flow during each watering cycle for each water outlet A flow sensor can be used to detect any potential leaks in the irri...

Page 24: ...s Incorrect placement will result in a non working system and may result in potential damage to your WaterMe controller The inputs to the controller do have short circuit protection but care during in...

Page 25: ...cated holes 3 Using a phillips head screw driver tighten the 4 stainless steal screws to the rear housing Turn the screws in a clockwise direction to tighten Caution Do not force placement of the fron...

Page 26: ...e flow sensor coming into contact with large amounts of water e g rain Do not bury the flow sensor underground Do not submerse the flow sensor 1 Flow Sensor Technical Specifications 1 BSP Inlet 1 BSP...

Page 27: ...eak detection This installation configuration is recommended as the flow sensor will record the flow of water during the watering cycle for each outlet and detect any potential leaks within the irriga...

Page 28: ...n sensor as recommended by the product instructions WaterMe can be calibrated to switch off pre scheduled watering cycles if rain is detected It is unlikely that you will require either a moisture sen...

Page 29: ...control me net landing page gives two options Login or Register If you have not previously registered your device you will need to enter the required information in the registration details section ot...

Page 30: ...t zone 11 Total flow of water through that zone 12 Displays a progress bar of percentage of watering completed 13 Displays total watering time remaining 14 Displays zone specific watering time remaini...

Page 31: ...ation screen allows you to add up to 10 zones 2 1 4 3 1 Zone name 2 Zone picture 3 Zone number 4 Add a new zone up to 10 available 5 Upload a new zone image 6 Edit zone name 7 Delete zone 5 6 7 Zone C...

Page 32: ...ess the red rubbish bin icon for the zone you wish to delete 2 A popup box will display confirming your action to delete the zone Press Ok to confirm deletion or cancel to ignore the action Edit Zone...

Page 33: ...ew will display times blocked out by schedules This provides a convenient and easy way to identify times allocated to schedules 2 Minimised schedule 3 Weather schedule 4 Create a new schedule up to 9...

Page 34: ...the schedule are displayed Initially the zones are inactive and need to be activated to operate To activate a zone you will need to click on a desired zone 5 10 6 7 1 2 4 3 8 9 5 A window will display...

Page 35: ...e of the information without having to reopen the schedule window Schedule Screen Functions Encountering a Schedule Conflict 1 During the setup of a schedule WaterMe will ensure two schedules do not o...

Page 36: ...t parameters 2 WaterMe will automatically adjust your watering schedules based on local weather events This feature is a must for serious water savings 1 To setup the weather functionality you must fi...

Page 37: ...The forecast parameters will activate the weather schedule located in the schedule screen and provide additional water to your garden in hot weather conditions This weather boosting schedule will sti...

Page 38: ...u can adjust this value to calibrate the flow e g 0 5 to divide the flow by 50 time 7 Turn on if moisture sensor is connected WaterMe allows you to connect a moisture sensor if required 8 Turn on if r...

Page 39: ...brated to record the average flow rate for each zone Calibration will tell your WaterMe controller what the average flow rate is for each zone This data is used during normal watering to advise you if...

Page 40: ...ion has been competed it cannot be undone 2 1 To remove your account navigate to the top right hand corner of your menu at www control me net and click your user name to open the navigation menu Open...

Page 41: ...maining time for the watering cycle per zone 15 Total water usage for each zone 16 Picture display of each zone Long press on image to change image 17 Total finish time 18 Zone finish time This will o...

Page 42: ...ding Changing a Zone image WaterMe has the option to upload a picture of your garden or patch of lawn allocated to each zone This allows easy recognition of each zone rather than having to rely on a n...

Page 43: ...ds after releasing your finger Display Watering Start Time Finish Time Pressing the percentage icon at the top of the summary screen will toggle the display between percentage and finish time to start...

Page 44: ...record and display this information if a flow sensor is installed 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1 To activate a zone with the manual program press the On button 2 After doing this the blanked out zone will light u...

Page 45: ...ion To configure a schedule press the menu arrow to enter the configuration settings of that schedule The schedule configuration screen allows you to customise your irrigation schedule to meet your wa...

Page 46: ...detected Note If additional zones are added after calibration you can re calibrate at any time by only activating those zones in the manual screen 1 To calibrate you must ensure that all zones require...

Page 47: ...to take a course of action in the event of an error 7 Adjust master delay time before a zone starts The master delay time is the time between the master valve activating and zone 1 being activated 8...

Page 48: ...n Continuous Mode In this case the watering will be continuous for the set duration Watering Time Flow Time Zone ON Mist Cycle In mist cycle mode the watering cycle is interrupted The zone valve will...

Page 49: ...met supplied flow sensor this valve should always be set to 1 0 By adjusting this value it is possible to alter the output flow value Flow Value LPM Set to 1 0 Set to 2 0 Time Set to 0 5 Flow Rate Tol...

Page 50: ...Flow Rate Controller waits 90 sec Time If actual flow is above this line error If actual flow is below this line error tolerance The actual flow rate may take some time to settle If you experience thi...

Page 51: ...gation system A notification alert will display on your mobile device and an email will be sent to the registered email address on your WaterMe account 5 3 Note To receive a push notifications you mus...

Page 52: ...ameters that will tell WaterMe to water a percentage less for any watering schedules for that day in the event of rainfall 5 Adjust temperature forecast rules If there is a forecast for hot weather co...

Page 53: ...under or over watering your garden 6 Ensure that Weather Rules Status is turned on 7 To adjust the Rainfall Forecast Rules and Temperature Forecast Rules to modify watering during specified weather e...

Page 54: ...forecast of hot weather 3 Turn on select zones to be watered 4 Turn on mist continuous watering 5 Select the duration each zone will water i It is recommended to set the weather schedule to run every...

Page 55: ...ecurely connected to ground of terminal strip The flow sensor is not working correctly Check the connections to ensure that the correct wires are connected to the terminal block Ensure that the flow s...

Page 56: ...nforeseen calamity or force majeure Nymet Australia rely on third party weather data required for the weather operation of WaterMe Nymet Australia will not be held liable for damages in the event or i...

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