Rain Master RME HAWK, User Manual

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REMOTE CONTROL CAPABILITY
All Rain Master controllers feature patented built-in remote control capability which
allows you to operate the controller for a distance of 1 mile in congested areas via a hand
held transmitter. (Consult the Remote Manual for operating instructions).
Never connect anything but a Rain Master remote control receiver to the controller's front
panel remote control connector or damage will result. Connecting to any other remote
control device to any portion of the Rain Master controller will void all warranties and
may cause damage.
ELECTRICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Input power required : 105-130 VAC, 50/60 Hz, .5 amp maximum, .1 Amp idle
Output power: 24 VAC, 1.5 Amps maximum total output
or 36 VA maximum total output
1 Amp per station of Master Valve
Solenoids are rated in either Amps or VA. The term VA stands for Volt-Amps, which is
obtained by multiplying the Amps required by the operating voltage, 24 VAC.
Most modern solenoids require approximately .25 Amps, which is equivalent to 6 VA.
This means that up to six solenoids can be energized at the same time. If you are using a
Master Valve and separate pump, for example, you may use the NO STACK option in
SETUP and run all four programs simultaneously.
Example:
Four programs (.25 A times 4) 1.00 Amps
Master Valve (.25 A times 1) .25 Amps
Pump using Rain Master RLY1 (.20 Amps) .20 Amps
Total Current 1.45 Amps
This does not exceed the maximum allowable 1.5 Amp controller limit.
If higher current solenoids are used or if more than one solenoid is connected to one
station output, caution should be used when operating in NO STACK mode.