USER`S MANUAL - Orbit Irrigation Products
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1. amp Lock and latch N E Weather Resistant Cover Dial Digital Display Battery Compartment NY Swing Door panel ee ann a HYDRO RAIN Buttons Function ENTER MANUAL To confirm a new setting To water manually CLEAR To clear a setting PROGRAM To move to different programs A B and C ARROW gt To skip to the next setting watering station or move to other programs settings ARROW 4 To go back to the previous setting watering station or move to other programs settings RAIN DELAY To pause operation for 24 72 hours due to rain or other factors To increase a numeric setting To decrease a numeric setting and to select Manual TEST ALL programming see instructions Dial Position Function RUN Set Program is operating automatically SET CLOCK Set current time SET DATE Year Month and Day START TIME Set time to begin watering RUN TIME Set watering duration for each station HOW OFTEN Set frequency of watering days BUDGET Adjust overall watering as a percentage OFF Turn all stations functions off Section 2 Installation Required Tools e Phillips Screwdriver e Wire Strippers Installation Steps 1 Select a Location 2 Mount the Controller 3 Connect Valve Wires to Con2. all the valves can be connected together to one common wire going to the controller To avoid electrical hazards only one valve should be connected to each station See Figure 4 Important The wire can be buried in the ground however for more protection wires can be pulled through PVC pipe and buried underground Be careful to avoid burying the wires in locations where they could be damaged by digging or trenching in the future Your controller is equipped with the simple push in terminals for easy connection Connect common wire to the common terminal Connect remaining wires to corresponding terminal locations Only connect one valve to each terminal station A A y Strip wire Push tab upward to release wire f Figure 4 4 Connect Electrical Power Indoor Locations nsert the power cord into an 240V electrical outlet Outdoor Locations If a covered Ground Fault Interrupter GFI outlet is available insert the power cord into the 240V outlet If no outlet is available the controller must have the wiring permanently installed see Figure 5 e Turn off the AC power at the AC circuit breaker and apply an appropriate safety lockout Verify that the power has been turned off to the installation site using an AC voltmeter set for the correct measurement range e Use power feed wire of 2 5 mm 14 gauge AWG minimum with a temperature rating of 68 Celsius or higher e Install the conduit and associat
3. line voltage source e Slide back into place Section 5 Reference DEFINITION START TIME The time the program begins watering the first programmed station Supplies water to a specific station or area The opening and closing of the valve is accomplished through electrical current supplied by the sprinkler controller VALVE Typically located at the main water source Turns on and off water for the entire irrigation system when not in use MASTER VALVE MULTIPLE A controller feature that allows a program to be operated multiple times on the same START TIMES watering day OVERLAPPING PROGRAMS When a Start Time is set for a program before the previous program has completed Individual programs as set by the user Each program operates independently If one oo program overlaps the other the programs will be stacked After the first program a finishes the next program will begin RAIN DELAY A feature that postpones the running of a scheduled watering program for a specific duration SOLENOID The electrical part on an irrigation valve that opens and closes the valve SPRINKLER CONTROLLER A device which instructs the station valves to operate STATION A grouping of sprinklers operated by a single valve which is controlled by the controller Adjusts your overall watering program as a percentage of total watering duration WATERING BUDG
4. ETING 13 Troubleshooting PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE One or more valves do not turn on 1 Faulty solenoid connection 2 Wire damaged or severed 3 Flow control stem screwed down shutting valve off 4 Programming is incorrect Stations turn on when they are not supposed to One station is stuck on and will not shut off 1 Water pressure is too high 2 More than one start time is programmed 3 AM PM is incorrect 1 Faulty valve 2 Particles of dirt or debris stuck in valve 3 Valve diaphragm faulty All valves do not turn on 1 Transformer defective or not connected 2 Programming is incorrect Controller will not power up 1 Transformer not plugged into a working outlet Valves continue to turn on and off when they are not programmed 1 More than one start time is programmed with overlapping schedules 2 Excessive pressure HELP www hydrorain com Before returning this controller to your authorized Hydro rain distributor contact Hydro Rain Technical Service at 1 888 493 7672 LISTINGS The HRC 100 C is tested to UL 50 standard amp is ETL listed Appropriate international models are CSA and CE approved and comply with EN60730 2 7 1991 A1 and AS NZS 3100 2002 standards This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Disconnection Type 1Y Normal Pollution Situation The supply cord of this control can be re
5. HYDRO RAIN Built for Speed USER S MANUAL HYDRO RAIN Models HRC 100 C 96054 4 Station Update all titles to Indoor Outdoor Mount Irrigation Controller HRC 100 C 96057 6 Station Update all titles to Indoor Outdoor Mount Irrigation Controller HRC 100 C 96058 9 Station Update all titles to Indoor Outdoor Mount Irrigation Controller HRC 100 C 96059 12 Station Update all titles to Indoor Outdoor Mount Irrigation Controller PN 96054 24 rB Congratulations on selecting your new Hydro Rain irrigation controller With Hydro Rain s exclusive Easy Set Logic simple programming and setup are combined with the latest controller technology and versatility Your HRC 100 C provides convenience and flexibility letting you run a fully automatic a semi automatic or a manual watering program for all your watering needs Although this controller is so easy to program that you likely will not need instructions we recommend that you read this manual fully before installation so that you understand all of the advanced features Table of Contents Section 1 Get to know your HRC 100C 4 Section 2 Installation 0 e eee eee eee 5 Section 3 Programming with Easy Set Logic 9 Section 4 Additional Features 11 Section 5 Reference 0 00 cece eee 13 Section 1 Get to know your HRC 100 C
6. c Example Even 2nd 4th th etc Turn the dial to AUTO and that s it You have programmed your controller Turn dial to AUTO to activate your program Note If your program is lost the factory installed fail safe program will turn on each station every day for 10 minutes Note Your prior programming will not be disturbed unless altered Always be aware of the program you are in A B C when you are making changes Reviewing and Changing Your Program If you want to review or change the start times run times or how often to water simply follow the directions again for that option After reviewing or changing a watering schedule remember to turn the dial back to AUTO for automatic operation Section 4 Additional Features Rain Delay RAIN DELAY allows you to delay your sprinkler controller from watering for a set period of time Delay settings are 24 48 and 72 hours e Turn dial to RUN O SE MN e Press the RAIN DELAY button to automatically delay watering for 24 hours e If a longer Rain Delay is desired press the 4 buttons to increase or decrease the setting e Press ENTER or wait 10 seconds and the selected rain delay will begin e CLEAR button stops the rain delay and scheduled watering will resume e At the end of the selected rain delay amount of time automatic watering resumes e While in rain delay mode the controller display will switch betwee
7. ed by each valve On this screen the RUN TIME or duration for each station is set e Press the 4 to select a station and press the buttons to enter the watering duration for that station e Press ENTER or the 4 buttons to move to the next station valve and enter watering duration for each station 5 How Often e Turn the dial to HOW OFTEN this screen allows you to set how often to water There are 3 options provided 1 Days of the week Mon Tues Wed etc 2 Intervals Every X number of days 3 Odd or Even Days far Bn or coo ee 10 Days of the Week e Your dial should be set to HOW OFTEN Display will show the current program A B C Press the 4 buttons to move from one day to another Press or ENTER to select a day for watering A frame will appear around the selected days e To delete a previously entered day press or CLEAR Example Monday Wednesday amp Friday Intervals e Use the 4 buttons to move to the INTERVAL option INT e Press buttons to select the number of days between watering Example An interval of 1 will water every day an interval of 3 will water every 3rd day etc Odd or Even Days e Use the gt buttons to move to the ODD or EVEN day watering Press or ENTER e Selecting a different option or pressing clear will erase the previous selection Example Odd 1st 3rd 5th et
8. ed fittings Connect the AC electrical power wiring to the source by following all the right codes and local standards e Connect the junction box to the controller using a 12 mm nipple Junction box and nipple not included See Figure 5 Connect the source power conduit to the entrance of the junction box following all the appropriate codes e Take the cord running from the controller to the junction box from the junction box and cut it to length Remove the outer insulation from cord to expose the three wires e Connect the source wires to the wires extending from the sprinkler controller e For USA Take care to follow the correct color code Connect the Green for Ground Black for Live and White for Neutral Often the source ground may be bare copper conductor rather than green wire e Make sure all connections are made with code approved insulated connectors e Be sure to place a weatherproof gasket and lid on the junction box e Turn AC power on at the AC circuit breaker Important Installation Using Permanent Wiring The sprinkler controller has a built in transformer that must be connected to an AC line voltage source Check the back of the sprinkler controller box for power requirements Local building and electrical codes usually require that an approved electrical conduit and electrical fittings be used to connect exterior wall mounted equipment to AC power Please check local codes Any permanent connection sho
9. eiver e Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected e Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Caution This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance For cold water outdoor irrigation use only 15 16 P 801 295 9820 F 801 951 5815 www fluid studio net 1065 South 500 West Bountiful Utah 84010 PROOF NO 1 DATE 09 04 2015 DES KM JOB NO N A CLIENT Hydro Rain SKU 96054 UPC N A FILE NAME 96054 24 rB indd SOFTWARE InDesign CC DIMENSIONS FLAT W 14 5 H 8 FINISHED W 7 25 D 0 H 8 COLORS 2 Registration CMYK ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS Font sizes cannot be smaller than 7 pt Proofing Code LB501572 Printers are responsible for meeting print production requirements Any changes must be approved by the client and Fluid Studio PRINTED PIECE MUST MEET DESIGNATED SPECIFICATIONS ON THIS FORM 2007 Fluid Studio This work is the property of Fluid Studio and cannot be used reproduced or distributed in any way without their express permission
10. ery See page 12 for battery replacement gt U are Cut gt Remove plastic UU strip to activate battery Note The battery alone will not operate the valves in your sprinkler system The sprinkler controller has a built in transformer that must be connected to an AC voltage source Tip To increase or decrease more rapidly hold down either the or buttons until the display goes into rapid advance mode Section 3 Programming with Easy Set Logic A note about multiple programs The HRC 100 C provides the flexibility of using 3 independent programs A B C A program is where you store all of your sprinkler settings It consists of a group of stations set to specific start times and run times Multiple programs allow you to run different valves on different days with different run times While many applications only require one program A using multiple programs can be useful for drip areas newly planted lawn or rotary sprinkler stations Using programs to group stations with similar water needs will maximize irrigation efficiency Primary programming can be accomplished in just a few steps Primary Programming Press the RESET to clear any previous factory programming 1 Set Clock e Turn dial to SET CLOCK e Press the buttons to set the current time of day e Press the 4 gt buttons to set a m p m e Turn dial to accept time 2 Se
11. l not initiate manual watering and the screen will return to the current time e To specify a specific program or stations Press the 4 gt buttons to select A B C e Press ENTER to activate e To select a specific station continue pressing the 4 gt buttons until desired station number appears e Press the to enter the desired duration from 1 to 240 minutes e Wait 5 seconds and your station will begin e To stop Manual Watering press CLEAR e The controller will go back to your original automatic watering schedule 11 Example To manually water on station 3 for five minutes press the MANUAL button then press the lt gt buttons until you see station 3 using the buttons set duration to five minutes press ENTER Note After the MANUAL button has been pushed if a selection is not made within 5 seconds all stations and programs will begin watering using the programmed RUN TIMES If no RUN TIMES have been set nothing will happen and the display will return to the time of day Manual Test Cycle The HRC 100 C is capable of running a Manual Test Cycle which will run all stations for as little time as 1 minute or as much as 240 minutes This feature is very useful upon completion of system installation or service To access this function follow these instructions e Turn the Dial to Run e Press the Manual Enter portion of the key pad and the
12. n press the key located just above the words TEST CYCLE on the front lower right hand side of the controller show an image Note if you do not press the button prior to 5 seconds the manual test start up process will have to be repeated to activate the function e When the function is done correctly the lcd screen will indicate MANUAL STATION A for all stations and the default cycle duration of each station 2 minutes To increase or decrease test cycle station duration time use the button or to decrease use the button e Upon arrival at desired test cycle time press ENTER To abort test press CLEAR When the test cycle is complete the HRC 100 C will automatically return to your pre set station durations and begin watering upon next scheduled watering cycle Connecting a Rain Sensor e Connect the rain sensor wires to the wiring terminal ports yellow in color labeled Sensor Note Refer to your rain sensor manual for specific wiring instructions e Place the sensor on off switch to the on position to begin operation see Figure 6 12 Rain Sensor Bypass This HRC 100 C is equipped with a sensor override on off switch This switch is for use during maintenance and repairs so the sprinkler controller can be operated even if the rain sensor is in active mode Important If the rain sensor switch is in the on position and no sens
13. n the actual time and the remaining hours of the delay every 2 seconds Water Budgeting Water Budgeting is a simple way to adjust your watering duration to match seasonal watering needs Water Budgeting works by increasing or decreasing watering duration for all stations in each program Press the PROGRAM button to select the program you wish to budget Adjustment range is from 10 to 200 by increments of 10 The default value is 100 The budgeting will remain on the adjusted range until you change it To set budgeting e Turn dial to BUDGET PROGRAM A BUDGET HH Ss e To adjust press buttons press ENTER e If using multiple programs A B C Press the PROGRAM button to move to the desired program and make the needed adjustment Example Bill s watering duration is set at 60 minutes however it is the spring time so he wants to water half as long so he sets his budgeting to 50 his controller will now water for 30 minutes Manual Watering Your HRC 100 C has the ability to allow you to manually water without disturbing the preset program e Turn the dial to AUTO PROGRAM EJ e Press the MANUAL button Display will show ABC and ALL After a few seconds or by pressing ENTER the controller will begin manual watering e All stations will water consecutively for their programmed duration Note If the run times have not been set the controller wil
14. or is connected the sprinkler controller will not operate To resume the HRC 100 C operation place the switch in the off position TIMER RAP cacon coa Figure 6 Connecting Wired not RF wireless Rain Sensor Pump Start amp Master Valve This sprinkler controller allows a master valve or pump start relay to operate whenever a station is on Note If you are activating a pump from this controller you must purchase a Pump Start Relay From the pump start relay lor master valve connect one wire to the Pump terminal and the other wire to the Common terminal Replacing the Battery Controller requires a CR2032 Lithium battery e The battery will maintain your program in case of an AC gt To Remove Figure 7 Battery Compartment program to be erased after a power failure If this happens s Battarvchould last Spprosimnatelironenear you will need to install a fully charged battery and reprogram y PP y y the controller topen by sliding the battery trag dk the right Tip Replace battery every year to avoid loss of programming e Insert one CR2032 battery into the compartment with the side up Note A battery alone will not operate the valves in your sprinkling system The sprinkler controller has a built in A weak or missing battery can cause the time date and transformer that must be connected to an AC
15. placed only by the manufacturer or his accredited service agent TRADEMARK NOTICE The information in this manual is primarily intended for the user who will establish a watering schedule and enter that schedule into the sprinkler controller This product is intended to be used as an automatic sprinkler irrigation controller for activating 24 VAC irrigation valves as described in this manual Warning Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna e Increase the separation between the equipment and rec
16. t Date e Turn dial to SET DATE e Y M D will appear blinking letter indicates selection e Press the buttons to set the correct year then press ENTER or 4 e Press the buttons to set the correct month then press ENTER e Press the buttons to set the correct date e Turn dial to accept date 3 Start time e Turn dial to START TIME e Press the buttons to select time you d like your watering to begin Time will adjust in 15 minute increments The display will show Please note that START TIME is the time of day that your programmed watering starts You can set up to 4 start times All stations that have a programmed run time how long will run in sequence at these times Note Start Time Stacking When a start time is set before the previous program has completed that start time will be stacked or delayed and will start upon completion of the previous program Example Bill just planted new grass seed and wants to water three times per day He sets START TIME 1 for 5 a m START TIME 2 for 12 p m and START TIME 3 for 5 p m He also sets HOW OFTEN to INT interval EVERY 1 DAYS see section 3 HOW OFTEN In AUTO mode the system will water 3 times per day Once Bill s sod is established he can CLEAR start times 2 and 3 and return to watering just once per day 4 Run Time e Turn the dial to RUN TIME STATION is the area that will be water
17. troller 4 Connect Electrical Power 5 Activate Battery 1 Select a Location When choosing a location for your HRC 100 C consider the following e Choose location near a power source if hard wiring or electrical outlet when using the supplied power cord Ensure operating temperatures are not below 0 Celsius or above 70 Celsius Place it away from direct sunlight if possible Ensure at least 23 cm of space to the left of the sprinkler controller box for the door to swing open after installation Locate the controller where there is easy access to sprinkler wire from valves If mounted in an outdoor location shut the compartment door to keep the controller safe from weather damage To lock insert the key and turn clockwise to the locked position RE gt RIAINF I OQ Note Sprinkler controllers are weather resistant to UL 50 and ETL Listings but should not be placed in areas where continuous water could cause damage 2 Mount the Controller e Use the mounting template included to mark the mounting screw location on the wall See Figure 1 e Install a No 8 screw included into wall in the upper template location Leave the screw head protruding 3 mm from wall Use expanding anchors included in plaster or masonry if necessary for a secure hold e Slip the HRC 100 C over protruding screw using keyhole slot in back See Figure 2 e Drive a No 8 scre
18. uld be made by a licensed electrical contractor in accordance with the requirements of the National Electrical Code and other state and local codes This sprinkler controller has two holes at the bottom for wire access Use a 12 mm Nipple to connect the sprinkler controller to a standard electrical junction box Both connector and junction box must be UL Listed or equivalent or comply with IEC or EN standards or equivalent The wire can be buried in the ground however for more protection wires should be pulled through electrical conduit and buried underground Be careful to avoid burying the wires in locations where they could be damaged by digging or trenching in the future Caution Do not connect the sprinkler controller to one phase of a three phase power system used by a pump or other electrical equipment 13 mm Connector 3 Wire Connectors I Figure 5 Using a Junction Box Note For outdoor applications it is recommended that a qualified electrician complete the installation in accordance with electrical codes and regulations When used outdoors this sprinkler controller is intended for use with a Ground Fault Interrupter GF protected circuit 5 Activate Battery One Lithium CR2032 battery included is required to retain the program in memory during power loss Annual replacement is recommended Remove the plastic strip to activate the pre installed batt
19. w through one of the two pre formed holes located in lower back cabinet See Figure 2 ope MOUNTING TEMPLATE 106 mm 7 0 N Br Figure 1 Use Mounting Template included Keyhole 3 mm j da No em Q 0 Pre formed Wall mounting holes Figure 2 Hang timer on screw using keyhole 3 Connect Valve Wires to Controller e Strip 12 mm of the plastic insulation off the end of each valve wire at the controller e Connect one wire from each valve it doesn t matter which wire to a single Common sprinkler wire usually white e Connect the remaining wire from each valve to a separate colored sprinkler wire See Figure 3 Note The maximum loading for each station pump is 250mA the maximum loading for the controller is 500mA If the distance between the sprinkler controller and valves is under 210 m use sprinkler wire or 5mm 20 gauge AWG plastic jacketed thermostat wire to connect the sprinkler controller to the valves If the distance is over 210 m use 1 5mm 16 gauge AWG wire Common Wire Sol Figure 3 Wiring Electric Valves Important All wires should be joined together using good quality waterproof cable connectors Wiring Electric Valves Each valve has two wires One wire it doesn t matter which one is to be connected as the common The other valve wire is to be connected to the specific station wire that will control that valve The common wires for
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