ESP-9V Battery-Operated Controller
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NOTE:
The ESP-9V can be mounted on a DC latching
solenoid using the included solenoid bracket,
or on a wall using the optional wall-mount bracket
(Model: 9VMOUNT).
Batteries
The Rain Bird ESP-9V uses two alkaline 9-Volt batteries (not included) to
operate. Your controller will function using either one or two 9-Volt bat-
teries. Under normal conditions, the expected life is 1 year for a single
battery and two years when using two 9-Volt batteries.
Replacing Batteries
1.
Remove the battery compartment cap.
2.
Install one or two 9-Volt alkaline batteries on the battery clips
provided.
3.
Re-install the battery compartment cap.
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NOTE:
Do not mix new batteries with old ones. Doing so could
reduce the battery life and cause the controller to stop working
prematurely.
Optional Rain Sensor
Cut the yellow loop in half and remove about 1/2” of insulation
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NOTE:
Cut the yellow wire loop only when installing a rain sen-
sor.
Connect the sensor to the terminals with waterproof connectors.
JUMPER
WIRE
WATERPROOF
CONNECTORS
BACK OF CONTROLLER
Installation
Valve Wiring
Wires may be extended up to 100 feet (30 meters) (18 AWG / 0.75
mm² minimum wire size) from the controller. All wire connections
should be made using appropriate water-proof splice kits (not pro-
vided).
Attach the black wires from each solenoid to the black (common)
wire(s) on the ESP-9V.
Attach one red wire from each solenoid to the appropriate zone
wire on the ESP-9V.
Connect an optional Master Valve.
VALVE WIRING