FEATURES
• Signature exclusive SELECT&ADJUST programming
• Two independent programs
• Three start times per program (6 total starts)
• Stacking start times
• Three scheduling options to suit the needs of plant material or to comply with
watering restrictions (days of the week, 1-30 day interval, true odd/even)
• Will accept Normally Closed Rain Sensor
• Leap year compatible-automatically includes Feb 29th every four years
• Manual Test Feature
• Programmable run times from one minute to 6 hours
• Self reseting polyswitch for short-circuit protection
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS
The EZ Pro Jr. Indoor 8100 Series can be easily mounted indoors. Find alocation
near a 120V receptacle (230/240V for IT, FR, PT & ES models). Install the EZ Indoor
near eye level if possible. Install the top screw in the wall and adjust the depth for a
snug fit when the controller is suspended on the screw. Remove the wiring skirt and
suspend the controller on the first mounting screw and insert and tighten the other
2 screws through the lower hole provided in the case (pre-drilled or use anchors as
necessary).
Low Voltage Wiring
Low voltage output cables should be enclosed in conduit affixed near the controller.
(For field connection, AC wires must have an insulation rated at 75° C minimum).
Conduit should be secured near the case (follow local codes).Field wiring is best
accomplished with the AC disconnected from the unit.
Terminal Strip:
All zone & pump wire connections made inside the EZ Indoor
utilize screw type connectors that require a small screwdriver.The terminal strips in
the controller accept 14 AWG (1.6mm) wire or smaller. (See figure 1)
Connecting Master Valve or Pump-Start Relay
The EZ Indoor is equipped with a shared circuit to operate either a pumpstart relay
or a master valve. Connect one wire from the pump-start relay to COM (common)
on terminal strip, the other to P(pump/master valve) on the terminal strip. Refer
to the pump-start relay manufacturer’s instructions for specific installation details.
(See figure 1)
Connecting Rain/Moisture Sensor
The EZ Indoor is able to operate a sensor with normally-closed leads. To install a
sensor, insert one lead from the sensor to the Common terminal & the other lead to
the Field Common wires. Refer to the sensor manufacturer’s instructions for specific
installation details. (See figure 1)
Connecting the Transformer
120 VAC in United States, Canada and Mexico; 230 VAC in Europe, and 240 VAC in
Australia and South Africa
NOTE: Refer to and follow local codes if different from these instructions.
CAUTION: Disconnect 120V power (230/240V for IT, FR, PT & ES models)
Connect the AC Power cable to the right side of the terminal strips and route
the cable through the slot provided in the case. Attach the wiring skirt to the
unit. Plug the AC power adaptor into the nearest receptacle.
PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS
Programming Overview
Before programming the EZ Indoor, it may be helpful to become familiar with some
general programming guidelines:
• If a segment(s) on the LCD is flashing, it means that it can be changed by the
using the adjust keys.
• When using keys, hold the button three seconds to start a fast scroll.
• Be sure the appropriate program letter is displayed when you are
programming; program changes are specific to the program letter
displayed on the LCD.
• There is no “ENTER” key. Key-presses and dial settings are stored
automatically for you.
• If you make a programming change while a program is running, the
program terminates immediately. The new program starts at the next
start time scheduled.
• When not running, the controller displays the current time and the current day.
• During manual operations, there is a 5-second delay before the
operation begins. During this time, you can change your settings.
Each time you make a change, the delay resets to 5 seconds.
• MANUAL procedures only operate with the Program dial set in the
AUTO or MANUAL positions.
• To reset, remove battery and power down the unit.
Front Panel Layout
Looking at the front panel, you see a large LCD, 4 rubber buttons and one large
rotary dial.The rubber buttons are marked SELECT and ADJUST and are the core of
Signature’s exclusive SELECT&ADJUST programming. The keys are identified with
‘+’ or ‘–’ for increasing or decreasing the segment you’re working on.
SELECT&ADJUST works on the principle that you first SELECT what you want to
set, and ADJUST the variables of what you selected. For example, if you want a
run time of 10 minutes on zone 5, you would use the SELECT keys to select zone
5 and, once on zone 5, you would use the ADJUST keys to set the run time to 10
minutes. There are instances when only SELECT or only ADJUST are required.
They will be explained in this guide where appropriate.
NOTE: Every time the ‘+’ or ‘–’ key is pressed,the display will increase or
decrease one unit. Hold the ‘+’ or ‘–’ key for three seconds to initiate a fast
scroll. NOTE: Please refer to the Technical Data section for an explanation of
the LCD segments.
PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS
Set Time of Day, Date & Current Day of Week
Turn the large dial to the DATE/TIME position. Press SELECT to select between
hours, minutes, and 12/24 hour mode. Press ADJUST to scroll to the correct
time or adjust between 12/24 mode. ‘A.M.’ will not appear on the LCD when in
A.M. mode; ‘P.M.’ will appear on the LCD when in P.M. mode. Press SELECT
keys to select between day, month and year positions. Press ADJUST keys to
scroll to the current date. The correct day of the week will automatically show
on LCD screen when today’s date is adjusted. The EZ Indoor controller is leap
year compliant.
Select Zones and Set Their Run Times
A zone run time determines the duration a zone will run. Turn the large
dial to the RUN TIME A or B position. Press SELECT to choose the zone
you want for the selected program (A or B). With the zone number
displayed on the LCD, press ADJUST to adjust the RUN TIME for that
zone. RUN TIMES can be set from 1 minute to 6 hours. Continue
selecting zones and adjusting their run times until you have all the zones
you want in the selected program.
After the last zone and before the first zone, a RUN TIME summation is
provided. This is useful for determining the total run time for a program.
The LCD displays the letters “ALL” and a total RUN TIME is displayed.
The time displayed is a summation of all the RUN TIMES for the selected
program. (ex. A program has a run time of 5 minutes on zone 1; 12
minutes on zone 2; and 6 minutes on zone 4. The display at this position
displays ALL and a run time of 23 minutes).
Set Start Times
A START TIME is the time of day a program will start running. The EZ
Indoor allows three start times per program (only 1 start time needed if
watering once a day). Turn the large dial to the START TIME A or B position.
Press SELECT to select the start time you want to set (1, 2, or 3). Press
ADJUST to set the time of day the program will start. Repeat as needed.
To delete a start time, select the position between 11:59pm and 12:00am.
The --:-- will appear indicating there is no start time.
Start Time Stacking
The EZ Indoor will stack start times if your program watering times overlap
another start time. The additional start time will begin when the first
cycle finishes.
Set the Watering Schedule
•
WATER DAYS,
or daily, lets you choose which days of the week you
want to water (i.e., Monday, Wednesday, Friday only).
•
ODD/EVEN
tells the controller to water on either the odd or even
days of the month (i.e., the controller will water on the 31st and the
1st when an ODD schedule is chosen).
•
INTERVAL
waters every X number of days (from 1 to 30 days) (i.e.,
water every 3 days, waters every 10 days, etc.). A value of 1 in an
interval schedule means to water every day. When using the interval
option, you have the flexibility to tell the controller what day to start
the interval program on (up to 30 days out).
The LCD will display the currently scheduled program (default is all
WATER DAYS.) The SELECT keys will scroll the LCD display through each
of the scheduling positions WATER DAYS, ODD, EVEN, INTERVAL, and
INTERVAL START DATE. A scheduling option is chosen after you press a
button, either SELECT or ADJUST. The old schedule is replaced with the
new one. It’s easy to program a schedule with the following procedures.
Set Water Days Scheduling Option
Turn the large dial to the SCHEDULE A or B position. Use the SELECT till
the raindrops appear above the days of the week. Press the ADJUST ‘+’
button to select that day for watering or press ADJUST ‘–’ for nonwatering
days. A flashing indicator appears over the day you’re about to
set. Raindrops appear over selected days to water. The indicator
automatically moves one day to the right after an ADJUST ‘+’ or ‘–’ key
press. Continue selecting or deselecting the days you want the controller
to water until you have your 7-day calendar set.
NOTE: Programming a WATER DAYS schedule deletes any other
schedule for the selected program.
Set Odd/Even Day Scheduling Option
Turn the large dial to the SCHEDULE A or B position. The last scheduling
option chosen for the current program appears on the LCD. To set either
an ODD or an EVEN schedule press the SELECT button till an arrow
appears on the LCD next to the appropriate schedule (ODD or EVEN).
A DATE must be set for odd/even watering). The SELECT buttons act as
toggle keys and will toggle between odd or even.
NOTE: Programming an ODD/EVEN schedule deletes any other
schedule for the selected program.
Set Interval Scheduling Option
Turn the large dial to the SCHEDULE A or B position. The last scheduling
option chosen for the current program appears on the LCD. Press
SELECT to scroll to the interval days position. An arrow will appear on
the LCD next to INT (Interval). Use the ADJUST to choose interval days
between watering (1-30). The date displayed is day one of the interval
schedule (Today’s date if one has been set). A DATE must be set for
odd/even watering. To change day 1 date use SELECT to go to the
interval start date position. As needed, change the date for day one of the
interval schedule with ADJUST (can only be set up to 30 days out).
NOTE: Programming an INTERVAL schedule deletes any other
schedule for the selected program.
PROGRAM REVIEW
To review the current program, turn the large dial to the setting you wish
to review (i.e., turn the large dial to TIME to review the time set for the
controller). When you need to view different zones or run times (1, 2, 3),
use the SELECT buttons only.
PROGRAMMING INSTRUCTIONS - OFF MODE
Turning the Controller Off
Turn the MODE dial to the OFF position. This suspends all watering
operations (including manual/test procedures) from operating. The clock
continues to maintain the current time and date and your program(s) is
retained until you want to run your program(s) again. To run your
program, turn the MODE dial back to the AUTO position.
Advanced Features Water Budget
Set % WATER BUDGET changes the duration of run times in a program
by the percentage entered 0 - 200% (i.e., a 10 minute run time at 50%
water budget will run 5 minutes). This feature is useful when changes
in weather occur. If it is unusually dry, you may want to extend your
run time for each zone in a program. With % Water Budget, you can
change one number, and all run times in the program are adjusted.
Turn the large dial to the % WATER BUDGET position. A % symbol will
appear on the LCD to let you know you are working on the % Water
Budget amount. Press ADJUST to choose the desired percentage
amount. If % WATER BUDGET is set for 110% or greater, the EZ Indoor.
will split the run time in half to reduce runoff. Half of the calculated run
time will operate for each zone in that program, followed by the second
half of the run time for each zone.
NOTE: % WATER BUDGET is changeable by program. If you
have programming in A, and B, you must enter two water budget
values if you want every program to be changed.
ADVANCED FEATURES - AUTO MODE
The EZ Indoor incorporates a manual/test procedure for checking the
function of the controller or allowing you to bypass the current program
to water immediately. The following section will show you how to set up
the controller to run a zone manually.
NOTE: All test procedures are run with the dial in the MANUAL
position. If necessary, you can return the dial to the AUTO
position while a manual test is in progress. This allows you
the ability to walk away from the controller after setting up a
manual/test procedure and not have to come back to reset the
controller to AUTO.
NOTE: Manual or automatic watering will not work if a rain
sensor is installed and it has suspended watering. If watering is
required you will need to bypass the rain sensor.
Run a Zone Manually
Turn the large dial to the MANUAL position. The default of zone 01 and
00:10 minutes will be flashing (recall that this means you can change
them). Press SELECT to select the zone number that you want to run. Press
ADJUST to set the run time for the selected zone. The controller will delay
5 seconds before starting the zone. After the zone starts you can return the
dial to the AUTO position and the controller will finish the manual test.
ADVANCED FEATURES - AUTO MODE
The EZ Indoor incorporates Signature’s ManualAdvance feature in the
MANUAL procedure. ManualAdvance allows you to cease the currently
running zone and immediately advance to any new zone you select. With
the MANUAL or CYCLE procedure running a zone, Press SELECT to
advance to a new zone. The last entered run time will be displayed.
Press ADJUST to enter a new run time for the new zone (the controller
will delay 5 seconds before starting the new zone).
NOTE: Once the zone has started running, the run time cannot
be adjusted without deselecting and reselecting the zone.
TECHNICAL DATA
1. Transformer:
24 VAC internal transformer; 20 VA, .67A for zones and
logic. The transformer can run a pump or master valve and one zone
valve, maximum.
2. Sensor Operation:
Sensors must have normally closed
connections (leads)and must be wired between the timer common
terminal and the field com wire.
3. Zone Lines:
The EZ Indoor will operate a maximum of two (2)
solenoids concurrently, providing one is the pump/master valve.
4. Temperature Range:
Operating: -20° to +55° C (23° to 131°
Fahrenheit). Storage: -30° to +85° C (-22° to 185° Fahrenheit)
5. Display
6. Battery:
CR2032 coin cell.
7. Case Dimensions
(approx.): 6” H x 4 1/2” W x 2” D
8. Reset Procedures:
To reset the controller to factory defaults, remove battery
& remove power. In the event of a lock-up, follow the same procedure.
9. Default Settings (12 hour mode)
• 12:00 A.M. • Tuesday • Date is 01/01 2008
• No Run Times (zone 01, —:—)
• No Start Times (start number 01, —:—)
• Every day watering schedule
• 5 second delay between zones
10. Fuse:
An electronic poly-switch is incorporated on the interconnect
PCB of,the controller. This type of circuit breaker does not require resetting
or replacement by the user.
TROUBLESHOOTING/SERVICE
SYMPTOM POSSIBLE CAUSE SOLUTION
No output to zone, • AC disconnected • Check AC source
pump, master valve
Controller not responding
to any dial/key press
• Unit needs reset
• Remove battery
and power down
No output to a single
zone
• Wiring issues or
bad solenoid
• Check wiring &/or
solenoid
No output to any
zone wire
• Broken on disconnected common
• RS wired into common wire is
open or disconnected
• Check common wire
If overwatering
• Too many start times
• Check start times-only
1 needed
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