Valve Compatibility Table
Listed below are the adapters which allow you to use the
SoloRain product with the valves listed. Solorain models
8010, 8030 and 8090 are compatible with all Nelson
valves. Use the following table to select the appropriate
adapter for the valve on which it will be installed.
Always remember to install the protective cover on
models 8010, 8012 and 8029.
* Models 77422, 77423 and 77424 are sold separately.
** No adapter required for these valves.
A. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting Nelson’s SoloRain Programmable
Actuator. This programmable actuator, with the latest
technology, is proven reliable, easy to install and will
make your watering more effective.
Please read the instructions carefully to get familiar with
important precautions, programming, operation and
installation instructions.
Important: Read all instructions before inserting the
9V battery. Be sure to save this booklet for future
reference.
If you have any questions regarding your Nelson
SoloRain Programmable Actuator, please call our free
technical assistance hotline, 800-NELSON8 (inside USA)
or 309-690-2200 (outside USA).
B. SPECIFICATIONS
• Features
- Manual on and off
- Length of watering time: 1 minute to 5-1/2 hours
- 3 dials for easy scheduling
- Automatic watering up to 2 times per day
• Electrical
- Powered by a 9V alkaline battery (one year
operation)
• Technical Data
- Operating temperature range: 32° to 120° F
- Dimensions: 4-3/4" H x 2-1/2" W x 1-3/4" D
- Made of nylon plastic construction
- Completely waterproof/submersible in up to 6 ft. of
water
- Operating pressure: 7 PSI to 150 PSI
- Weight: 6 oz. with battery
- Easy to install and program
- Safety cover supplied
- Compatible with most available valves via adapters
C. INSTALLATION
• Timing and battery installation
- Before connecting the battery, set the dials
on the SoloRain Programmable Actuator
panel to the current time:
1. Set dial 1 on the hour
2. Set dial 2 on the minutes
3. Set dial 3 on AM or PM - never on
or off
4. Connect a high quality 9V alkaline battery, such as
Energizer
®
(Energizer
®
is the registered trademark
of the Eveready Battery Co., Inc.). Place the
connected battery in battery compartment. An
audible “click” of the plunger will indicate that the
battery is connected.
Important: Make sure the battery lid is on straight and
secure to insure waterproofness.
• Programmable Actuator installation
- Replace AC solenoid and bleed collar (if one exists)
with Nelson SoloRain Programmable Actuator and
adapter.
- Do not operate a manual bleed lever if
your valve is equipped with one. It could
cause the plunger to latch in the open
position.
Notice: some Hardie valves have AC
solenoids with the o-ring
embedded into the
solenoid. It will be
necessary to use two
o-rings as illustrated.
Note: Choose the adapter
appropriate for the valve
on which it will be
installed. See Valve
Compatibility Table.
-Screw the
programmable actuator
and adapter finger tight
into valve.
Note: It may be necessity to
remove the battery
compartment while
screwing in the actuator to
clear the flow control on
the valve. The plastic
battery compartment
separates from the unit by
simply sliding the
compartment up.
Remember to reattach the compartment
when the actuator has been installed and
install the protective cover.
D. PROGRAMMING
The programming of the SoloRain
Programmable Actuator is easy and fast by
using the 3 dials.
• Dial 1: sets the hour to start watering
• Dial 2: sets the watering duration in minutes
• Dial 3: sets the watering programs as
follows:
- AM: Morning
- PM: Afternoon
-
: MANUAL start for a watering
time indicated by dial 2
- a: Daily cycle for a watering time indicated by
dial 2
- b: Cycle every three days for a watering time
indicated by dial 2
- c: Daily cycle for a watering time as set by the
duration on dial 2 divided by 5
- d: Daily cycle for a watering time as set by the
duration on dial 2 multiplied by 6
- e: Two daily cycles for a watering time as set by
the duration on dial 2, at 12 hour intervals
- OFF: Manual stop
E. PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
• Setting the time
We are going to set the SoloRain Programmable
Actuator at 10:35 AM: Before connecting the battery,
1. Set dial 1 on 10
2. Set dial 2 on 35
3. Set dial 3 on AM
4. Connect a 9V alkaline battery and place in its
compartment. An audible "click" of the plunger
will indicate that the battery is connected.
Important: Make sure the battery lid is on straight and
secure to insure waterproofness.
The SoloRain Programmable Actuator’s clock is set and
is now ready for programming.
The watering programs:
•a:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to start
watering every day at 8:00 AM for 30 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 8
2. Set dial 2 on 30
3. Set dial 3 on “a” side AM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
start watering daily at 8:00 AM for 30 minutes.
•b:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator every 3
days at 6:00 PM for 10 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 6
2. Set dial 2 on 10
3. Set dial 3 on “b” side PM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
start watering at 6:00 PM for 10 minutes, every three
days. Watering can start on first or third day.
•c: Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator every
day at 9:00 AM for 2 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 9
2. Set dial 2 on 10
3. Set dial 3 on “c” side AM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water 2 minutes (watering time as set by duration on
dial 2 divided by 5) every day starting at 9:00 AM.
•d:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to
water every day at 11:00 AM for 2 hours.
1. Set dial 1 on 11
2. Set dial 2 on 20
3. Set dial 3 on “d” side AM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water 2 hours (watering time as set by duration on dial 2
multiplied by 6) every day starting at 11:00 AM.
•e:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to
water every day twice for 25 minutes at 12 hours
intervals beginning at 9:00 AM and on other period
at 9:00 PM.
1. Set dial 1 on 9
2. Set dial 2 on 25
3. Set dial 3 on “e” side AM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water every day for 25 minutes twice at 12 hour intervals
beginning at 9:00 AM and at 9:00 PM.
• Manual Operation
START:
Set the SoloRain Programmable Actuator on manual
to start watering for 5 minutes
1. Set dial 2 on 5
2. Set dial 3 on
The SoloRain Programmable Actuator will start watering
immediately for 5 minutes.
Notice: During a timed manual operation you may switch
the dials to your desired program. At the end of the
timed manual operation, your SoloRain Programmable
Actuator will recognize the desired program.
• STOP:
1. Set dial 3 on OFF
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator will stop
immediately.
F. MAINTENANCE
• Replace 9V alkaline battery each operating season
• If your SoloRain Programmable Actuator does not
appear to be working properly, confirm the following:
- you are using a high quality 9V alkaline battery, such
as Energizer® (no rechargeables)
- battery has good connection to the terminal strip
- actuator is installed with correct valve adapter
- plunger is not plugged with dirt or sand
- operating pressure is below 150 psi
NELSON WARRANTY
Electronic products are warranted for two (2) years. In the event of
such defects, Nelson will repair or replace, at its option, the product or
the defective part.
This warranty does not extend to damage to a Nelson product or part
resulting from accident, misuse, alteration, neglect, abuse, improper
installation or normal wear and tear or to exterior appearance and color.
This warranty extends only to the original use of the Nelson product.
If a defect arises in a Nelson product or part within the warranty period,
you should contact your Nelson Retailer, Distributor or L.R. Nelson
Corporation.
Nelson may, at its option, require the product or part to be returned to
a Nelson service point or your Retailer or Distributor. Nelson will
determine whether the claimed defect is covered by the warranty. If
coverage is found, the product will be repaired or replaced. Please
allow 4 to 6 weeks for completion of repairs or replacement and return
of the product or part. If a product or part is replaced the replacement
is warranted only for the remainder of the original product or part
warranty period.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you may also have
other rights which vary from state to state. L.R. Nelson Corporation
does not authorize any person to create for it any other obligation or
liability in connection with Nelson products.
8010, 8030
sold with Nelson adapter
compatible with Nelson’s NE adapter:
7901 / 7916(BSP)
7911 / 7917(BSP)
7931
7941
7951 / 7971(BSP)
7952 / 7972(BSP)
7953 / 7973(BSP)
7981 / 7991(BSP)**
7982 / 7992(BSP)**
*Model 77423:
Toro adapter only
Toro Flo-pro
*Model 77422:
Hardie adapter only
Hardie 100, 700, 2400
Hardie 623 DPR**
Richdel 205TF, 711 APR, 713 APR
Irritrol 216
Superior 950, 800
Hit 510
Buckner 20021, 20321
Bermad 1”
Dorot 1”
Griswold 1”
Galcon 1”
*Model 77424:
Rainbird adapter only
Rainbird PEB, DV, DVF,
ASVF, EFB-CP, GB, PGA
Programmable
Actuator
Dial
Protective
Cover
Note plunger orientation
O-ring
Adapter
Valve
HD Adapter
SoloRain
Programmable
Actuator Instructions
Models 8010,
8012 and 8029
