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Glossary,
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Glossary,
continued
M3/h (used outside USA)
cubic meters per hour.
monitor
to observe conditions in and around the irrigation system and send the information to the different components
in the system for appropriate action.
sensor
an optional addition to the controller that can disable watering.
solenoid
a coil of copper wire that receives a 24 VAC electrical current from the controller, causing a plunger to open a
control port in a valve allowing the valve to open and operate the sprinklers.
valve
a manual or electrically operated device used to control flow of water in an irrigation system.
water budget
allows the adjustment of water application times without reprogramming each irrigation Schedule.
watering cycle
the complete cycle of watering for all
Programs
controlled by the controller.