Weathermatic SoloRain 8014 Series, Owner'S Manual

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1.0 Getting Acquainted With Your SoloRain Controller
1.1 Controller Features
• Manual on and off
• Length of watering time: 1 minute to 12 hours
• 6 watering programs
• Mist Cycle available on all 6 programs
• LCD display
• Easy Select & Adjust® programming
• Days of the week, Odd/Even, and Interval scheduling
• Rain Delay 1 to 99 days
• Rain, Freeze, or Wind sensor attachment capability (8014SR
only)
1.2 Electrical Specifications
The 8014 is powered by a factory installed AA size long life 3.6
volt lithium battery. It is designed to operate for a long period of
time of normal use on a Weathermatic valve. Actual battery life will
depend on the number of cycles run per year, valve size, operating
pressure, and temperature.
The battery is replaceable and is available as a service part.
1.3 Technical Data
• Operating temperature range 32° to 140°F
• Dimensions 5.5" H x 3.25" W
• Made of ABS and nylon plastic construction
• Operating pressure: 7 to 150 PSI
• Protective cover included
2.0 Installing the SoloRain Controller
Replace the AC solenoid and bleed collar (if one exists) with the
8014 battery operated controller. Do not over tighten.
The 8014 SoloRain fits Signature valve models 7900 1” series, 9000
1” series, 7951, 7952, 7953, and the 9500 1
1
⁄
2
” and 2” series.
Solenoid adapters are also available for mounting the 8014
SoloRain on most other manufacturers valves.
2.1 Connecting a Rain/Freeze/Wind Sensor (8014SR only)
The 8014SR is equipped to operate with any sensor with normally-
closed leads.
To install a sensor, connect the sensor wires to the two 8014SR wire
leads using the supplied waterproof connectors. Do not strip the
wires when using these connectors.
NOTE: If no sensor will be used the sensor leads of the 8014SR
must be connected to each other for automatic operation.
1.0 Getting Acquainted With Your SoloRain Controller