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Quick Start Installation Instructions

The following instructions are provided for the experienced installer. 
Refer to 

Figures 3–5

below. 

Note: 

When installing Sensor/Transmitter model RFS1000 for freeze detection, refer

to additional freeze sensor installation information on page 8.

1.

Disconnect power to the irrigation system controller.

2.

Always mount the Receiver FIRST, adjacent to the controller with either the 
provided stainless steel screws or double-sided foam tape.

3.

Attach Receiver control wires to the sensor inputs OR to break the valve common:

a.

Disconnect common valve wire and common pump/master valve wire (if present).

b.

Attach White wire to common wire(s) with a wire connector.

c.

Attach Brown wire (only) to common terminal on controller.

4.

Connect the Red wires to the controller’s 24 VAC power source terminals.

5.

Straighten the Receiver antenna wire upward and the Sensor/Transmitter antenna
wire downward. 

6.

While holding the Sensor/Transmitter at close range to the Receiver, press and
hold the spindle to test the wiring. The Power, Signal and Sensor Status indicators
should be ON. 

7.

Adjust the Rainfall Adjustment Cap to the desired rainfall activation amount.

8.

Adjust the Vent Ring to the desired dry-out rate.

9.

Mount the Sensor/Transmitter in an unobstructed location away from sprinklers. 

Important: Reconfirm proper operation of the Sensor/Transmitter at the

final mounting location.

3

Red

To 24 VAC

To 24 VAC

To Sensor Terminal or to Break Valve Common

To Sensor Terminal (Normally Closed)
or to Break Valve Common

To Sensor Terminal (Normally Open)

(For Normally Open sensor, see Detailed Instructions)

Red

White

Brown

Yellow

Figure 3

Antenna wire 
extended 
straight down

Rain gutter (cross section view)

Do not over-tighten
thumbscrew

Press and hold
down to test

Figure 4

Antenna wire
extended
straight down

Stainless Steel

Figure 5

Conduit
Mount

Содержание RFS1000

Страница 1: ...tallation methods must comply with all applicable national and local building codes If you are unsure about proper wiring practices have a qualified contractor perform the installation for you The Rec...

Страница 2: ...ss and hold for 5 7 seconds to turn off the receiver 6 Power Indicator Steady light 24 VAC power is connected Blinking light Sensor Transmitter battery power low or other communication problem No ligh...

Страница 3: ...ighten the Receiver antenna wire upward and the Sensor Transmitter antenna wire downward 6 While holding the Sensor Transmitter at close range to the Receiver press and hold the spindle to test the wi...

Страница 4: ...er Part 1 Control Wire Connection The Receiver control wires are used to interrupt the common wire of the valves or they can be connected directly to the sensor input terminals of the controller if pr...

Страница 5: ...sensor inputs Refer to Figure 8 Disconnect all common control wires from the common terminal s of the controller generally marked C Com or VC Join these wires to the White wire using a wire connector...

Страница 6: ...Refer to Figure 9 On controllers that do not have 24 VAC terminals connect the two Red power wires to the transformer s secondary 24 VAC power wires where they attach to the controller s circuit board...

Страница 7: ...ignal Prior to testing the Sensor Transmitter in its final location clear the Signal Indicator first so the test will represent the signal as received during the final check To clear the Signal Indica...

Страница 8: ...he controlled area out of direct sunlight and avoid ing direct southern exposure A northeast to northwest shaded exposure works well Important Avoid installation of the unit near a large heat storing...

Страница 9: ...ld the Smart Bypass button until the Sensor Status indicator begins blinking rapidly 5 7 seconds Release the Smart Bypass button and confirm the Power indicator goes out and flashes periodically Simpl...

Страница 10: ...ransmitter and Receiver Although in most cases even if two identical units are installed unwanted activations would only occur if the two sensors are set for different rainfall amounts However the cod...

Страница 11: ...duce the effective transmitted signal enough to pose problems under normal installation conditions However there are some installations with very thick dense walls or that involve large amounts of rad...

Страница 12: ...roperly that is in strict accordance with the manufacturer s instructions may cause interference to radio and television reception It has been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a FCC...

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