- CONTINUED
OPTION 4: LOOP OPERATION
This feature allows you to repeat the watering cycle for a specified
length of time. Using this option allows you to have unlimited start
times. When on, it changes watering start times 1 and 2 of program B to
Loop Start and Loop Stop times. Watering start time 3 will remain as a
normal start.
To program the loop cycle:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
6.
7.
8.
Set the dial to the Options position.
Use the Advance A or Advance
buttons to select option 4.
Press the On A button.
Select program B.
Set the dial to Watering Starr Time
1
(loop start time).
Press the On A button or the Off button to select the loop
start time.
Set the dial to Watering Starr Time 2 (loop stop time).
Press the On A button or the Off button to select the loop
stop time.
PROGRAMMING A LOOP DELAY
Use station 88 to program a delay during loop watering. This special
station creates a delay between loop cycles with the master valve off for
the amount of time you program.
1. Select option 4 “ON” (instructions above.)
2. Make sure the program switch is in the Program B position.
3. Set the dial to the Station Watering Time position.
4. Use the Advance A or Advance buttons to select station 88.
5. Press the On
A
button or the Off
button to select the delay time (0
minutes to 99 minutes).
NOTE: Station 88 is always in minutes regardless of option
2 and 3 settings.
Using Advanced Features
TROUBLESHOOTING
Error
Solution..
All Valves Will 1. Verify program: station watering time,
Not Turn on watering start times, watering days schedule,
Automatically current time, current day, and water budget.
2. Check valve common wire for proper
hook-up.
3. Check for a fused station; refer to Controller
Displays “Fuse” troubleshooting.
C a n n o t
Program
1. Remove battery (check voltage).
Disconnect power to controller for 5 min.
Reconnect power and reprogram.
Reconnect good 9-volt alkaline battery.
Controller
Skips a Cycle
1. Verify watering start times and current time.
9 No Display 1. Check incoming power and valve wiring.
2. Remove batteries (check voltage).
Disconnect power to controller for 5 min.
Reconnect power and reprogram.
Reconnect good 9-volt alkaline battery.
l
a Valve Stays On
I. Disconnect valve; check for manual
bleed closure.
2. Disconnect valve wire to valve. If still on,
valve is bad.
3. Check for manual mode; place controller
in Auto Run mode.
4. Check solenoids for obstructions or
wiring shorts.
5. Check station watering times, option
settings and water budget percentage.
6. Check valve for rocks or other obstructions
or torn diaphragm.
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