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Toro TMC-212 User's Manual

1. i i isi i how an Waterina Proaram Details This illustration shows z seng g Interval schedule would be displayed kab i CAL This section covers in detail each of the three parts of In this example program B has a 3 a watering program watering days program start times 3 day Interval schedule set to begin and station times on Monday Selecting a Watering Day Schedule Odd or Even Day Format The TMC 212 provides three optional formats to schedule The Odd or Even day format enables you to select all watering days Calendar Interval and Odd Even odd or all even numbered days of the month to water The Calendar Format This illustration shows how an Odd The Calendar format is a recurring 7 day schedule that day schedule for program A would d d begins on Sunday and enables you to select specific days be displayed Li of the week to water Day Exclusion Feature This illustration shows how a Si mL eddie IGNES i Calendar schedule would be A ince the Interval an ven watering day formats displayed when the control dial is LHL are not tied to actual calendar days the Day Exclusion in the WATERING DAYS Z position MO R feature enables you to exclude specific days of the week In this example program A has watering days set for from the watering schedule For example due to water Monday Mo Wednesday WE and
2. 3 SENSOR PUMP E Lt Valve Common Master Valve Wire Station Valves Note The station module has snap in wire connectors To attach wires simply raise the lever and insert the bare wire end into the small hole beneath the lever Press the lever down to secure the wire Pull lightly on the wire to confirm that it is locked into the module Referring to the Controller Components on page 5 and the diagram above secure the valve common wire to the terminal labeled COM 8 Connect the individual station valve wires to the appropriate station module terminals 11 Connect the master valve control wire if applicable to the terminal labeled PUMP MV 9 Note Connecting a master valve or pump start relay is optional and may not be required for your sprinkler system E Connecting a Pump Start Relay CAUTION Never connect an auxiliary pump starter directly to the controller A 24 VAC relay rated at 0 50A maximum current draw must be used to connect the controller to the pump starter circuit 1 Route a wire pair from the pump start relay into the controller housing 2 Connect one wire to the valve common COM 8 Connect the remaining wire to the PUMP MV 9 as shown below 5 6 7 8 9 10 Jumper Wire N
3. Preparing the Cabinet for Installation Four wiring access holes are provided in the cabinet base as follows 1 Remove the lower housing cover A by pulling D 1 2 13mm for power and equipment ground wires outward on the handle E 1 2 13mm plugged for optional Toro Rain 2 Remove two phillips screws from the transformer Sensor wires access cover B Pull the cover outward from the F 3 4 19mm for sprinkler valve wires bottom to remove G 1 2 13mm plugged for optional Toro remote control cable 4 If planning to install the optional Toro components remove the plugs as necessary 3 Three lower mounting holes C are provided The center hole is open and the outer holes are plugged If you intend to use the outer holes for installation carefully drill through the plugs with a 3 16 bmm drill bit Installing the Cabinet 1 For safe reliable operation select an installation site which will provide the following conditions Protection from irrigation spray exposure to direct sun during the hottest hours wind and snow Access to a grounded power source which is not controlled by a light switch or utilized by a high current load appliance such as a refrigerator or air conditioner Access to the sprinkler control valve wiring and optional accessory wiring 2 Drive a wood screw provided into the wall at eye level A Le
4. cfm w 24 VAC Pump Start Relay Valve Common Wire CAUTION If the pump does not have an auto matic pressure control switch prevent pump damage due to dead heading by connecting a jumper wire from any unused station terminal to a station terminal with a valve wire connected Note Refer to Pump Control and Well Recovery section on page 28 for important pump circuit control information Connecting the Plug in Transformer A CAUTION Do not plug the transformer into an electrical outlet until all of the wiring procedures have been completed 1 Route the cable from the transformer 13 through the small opening provided in the base of the housing Wrap the cable around and through the restraining post as shown below 2 Connect one transformer cable wire to each terminal labeled 24 VAC 10 The wires can be connected to either terminal do 8 3 4 ONES 9 com NS MV PUMP 10 49 Note The display will begin flashing 12 00 a m Press any button to stop the display from flashing Outdoor Model Installation
5. 8 1 Connecting the Transformer 8 m Outdoor Model Installation 9 1 Preparing the Cabinet for Installation 9 1 Installing the 10 1 Connecting the 11 1 Connecting a Pump Start Relay 12 1 Connecting the Power Source 13 m Connecting a Rain 13 Getting Started m Irrigation System Basics 14 m Watering Program 15 m Watering Program Details 16 m Planning Your Watering Schedule 18 m Filling Out the Watering Schedule Form 18 1 Watering Schedule Form 20 Programming the Controller m About the Controller 21 m Setting the Current Time and Day or Date 21 m Setting the Watering Day Schedule 22 1 Setting a Calendar Schedule 22 1 Setting an Interval Schedule 23 1 Setting an Odd or Even Schedule 24 1 Using the Day Exclusion Feature 25 m Turning Off a Program 26 m Setting Program Start Times 27 m Setting Sta
6. 212 Residential and Commercial Irrigation System Controller User s Guide Congratulations You have chosen one of the most sophisticated and technologically advanced irrigation System controllers available for residential and light commercial applications Your new Toro TMC 212 controller features m Flexible Station Count from 2 to 12 Stations with 2 station Expansion modules 1 Standard and High surge Expansion Modules m Locking Outdoor Cabinet m Automatic Pump Start Master Valve Control Circuit m 365 day Calendar m 3 Fully independent Watering Programs Featuring 1 4 Start Times 1 3 Watering Day Schedule Options 1 7 day Calendar 1 7 day Interval with Day Exclusion 1 Odd Even Days with Day Exclusion 1 Station Time from 1 Minute to 4 Hours 1 Pump Start Master Valve Timing Control 1 Well Recovery Station Delay Time m Season Adjust from 10 to 200 m Rain Delay from 1 7 Days m Automatic Program Start Time Stacking m Rain Sensor Ready 1 Compatible with All Rain Sensor Types 1 Sensor Circuit Bypass Switch m Remote Control Ready m Automatic Circuit Protection Eliminates Fuse m Non volatile Program Memory Eliminates Battery The TMC 212 controller features several unique and helpful operating characteristics To take advantage of these features spend just a few minutes to browse through this manual to familiarize yourself with your new controller This booklet is divided into six main sections
7. WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS ABC SPECIAL FUNCTIONS SEASON 7A SNG ADJUST TIMES Setting Pump Start Master Valve Control The following procedures enable you to select and set the Pump Start Master Valve PS MV control options for each watering program Default shown in parenthesis PS MV Master Switch Enables the PS MV circuit to be switched On or Off for each program PS MV Pre start 2 Seconds The PS MV circuit is switched on prior to the first station in a watering cycle enabeling a pump or master valve to be fully operational before watering begins Adjustable from 2 to 60 seconds in 1 second increments Well Recovery Delay 0 Seconds This feature enables a timed delay period to be placed between consecutive watering stations to facilitate well or reservior recovery during a watering cycle PS MV Operation During Well Recovery Yes This feature enables the PS MV circuit to be switched On or Off during a Well Recovery delay period Note For information regarding the practical application of the PS MV control features refer to the examples provided on pages 38 and 39 Turn the control dial to the SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 4 position See Example 1 Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program Press the NExr button to display the Well Recovery delay period Well Recovery symbol and 5 00 0 seconds will be displa
8. The first section provides a brief description of the controller components and display elements The second section takes you step by step through the installation process The next section provides fundamental irrigation System operation basic controller operation as well as specific programming and operating characteristics of the TMC 212 The fourth section takes you step by step through the programming process The fifth section explains the various methods of auto matic and manual controller operations Finally an appendix provides helpful reference infor mation troubleshooting specifications and warranty information A convenient watering schedule form affixed to the cover of the outdoor model controller and included on page 20 enables you to record and keep specific station and watering program information on hand with your controller The Quick Reference Guide provided with your User Guide should also be kept with your controller The booklet fits conveniently between the cabinet back and the mounting bracket of the Indoor model For Outdoor model controllers hang the booklet on the hook provided inside the cabinet cover Table of Contents Controller 1 2 Controller Installation m Indoor Model Installation 6 1 Connecting the 7 1 Connecting a Pump Start Relay
9. 7 position Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program The current watering schedule will be displayed If Odd or Even is not displayed press the on or oFF button as needed to select Odd or Even Note When Odd is selected the 31st day of the month and February 29th of a leap year will not be active watering days 4 To set an Odd or Even schedule for another program repeat steps and as needed When you have completed setting the Odd or Even schedule for each program as needed return the control dial to the RUN position Note The Day Exclusion feature enables you to select any day s of the week to be excluded and remain off when using an Interval or Odd Even watering schedule See page 25 for detailed information SEASON ADJUST STATION TIMES Using the Day Exclusion Feature A Calendar schedule is generally used to exclude or select specific days of the week for watering However if an Interval or Odd Even watering schedule is preferred or required the Day Exclusion feature enables you to select any day s of the week to be excluded and remain off regardless of the program schedule Note The selected program must have an Interval or Odd Even watering schedule to use the Day Exclusion feature Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS Z position Chec
10. Controller Components The following are brief descriptions of the controller components and display elements Each of these items will be explained in further detail within the appropriate programming operating and installation sections of this guide 1 LCD Display A Start Time symbol is displayed when setting the program start times B Well Recovery symbol is displayed when well recovery time delay is in use C Program start time identification numbers 1 4 D Main display of various time values and prompts E Program A B and C identifiers F Watering On symbol is displayed when a water ing station is running Symbol blinks when watering is paused G Watering Off symbol is displayed when Rain Delay feature is active H Percent symbol is displayed when the Season Adjust feature is in use l Watering Station identification numbers J Day of the week identifiers K Run Time symbol is displayed when setting the watering station run times 2 Control Buttons oN button Increases the time display scrolls forward through the program information and selects watering days oFF button Decreases the time display scrolls backward through the program information and removes watering days NEXT button Advances to the next portion of program information Resumes watering if paused Advances through stations manually when watering MANUAL START button Selects and starts
11. DAYS PROGRAMS ABC ART MES SPECIAL FUNCTIONS TA ADJUST Turn the control dial to the orr position Press the NEXT button to access the clear memory function CL will be displayed and begin flashing Press and hold the button until CL stops flashing approximately five seconds All programs will be cleared simultaneously and turned OFF Return the control dial to the RUN position About Automatic Circuit Protection The TMC 212 features built in circuit protection to help prevent damage to the controller caused by excessive current draw on the station and or pump start master valve circuits This condition is generally caused by a shorted valve wire splice faulty valve solenoid and or pump start relay If the controller detects an overload condition on a station it will bypass F 5 E the affected station s during an auto 2 4 matic watering cycle The word FUSE and the defective station number s will be displayed All remaining stations will continue to operate as programmed If the overload condition occurs on F Li 5 E the pump start master valve circuit 2 4 the controller will immediately discon t tinue automatic operation and alter nately display FUSE MV E To clear the warning display press the oFF button The controller will resume operation as scheduled and will attempt to run all stati
12. Friday FR conservation restrictions watering is not permitted on FANE y Monday Also the lawn is mowed on Saturday so Mon The Interval Format day and Saturday will be excluded from the schedule The Interval format provides a periodic watering day This example shows the days schedule ranging from 1 everyday to 7 every 7th day excluded dE are Monday and dE in one day increments For example to water every third Saturday in watering program A day you would select a 3 day interval Since the interval schedule is not tied to specific days of Program the week you can determine when the interval schedule Selecting Off disables the program until needed and does will start by selecting the initial watering day not alter or erase any of its current settings For example if you have selected a 3 day Interval and This illustration shows how a program c today is Sunday you may choose to have today Monday would be displayed if it is turned Off or Tuesday be the first watering day of the interval If you In this example program C is Off select Monday the next watering day will be Thursday Setting Program Start Times A program start time is the time of day an automatic program watering cycle will start The TMC 212 enables each watering program A B and C to have four indepen dent start times Please note the following start time conditions A watering
13. Model 7 5 Wx 8 5 H x 2 D 19cm W x 21 6cm H x 5cm D Outdoor Model 13 25 W x 9 H x 3 5 D 33 7cm W x 22 9cm H x 9cm D Temperature Range Operating 14 F to 140 F 10 C to 60 C Storage 22 F to 149 F 30 C to 65 C Power Specifications Indoor Model North America Plug in Transformer Class 2 UL Listed CSA certified Input 120 VAC 10 50 60 H Output 24 VAC x 10 50 60 Hz 18 VA Indoor Model Europe Plug in Transformer TUV Approved Input 230 VAC 10 50 60 Hz Output 24 VAC x 10 50 60 Hz 18 VA Indoor Model Australia Plug in Transformer SAA Approved Input 240 VAC 1096 50Hz Output 24 1096 50 Hz 18 VA Outdoor Model North America Built in Transformer Class 2 UL Listed CSA Certified Input 120 VAC 10 50 60 Hz Output 24 VAC x 10 50 60 Hz 20 VA Outdoor Model Europe Built in Transformer TUV Approved SAA Approved Input 230 VAC 10 50 60 Hz Output 24 VAC 10 50 60 Hz 20 VA Outdoor Model Australia Built in Transformer SAA Approved Input 240 VAC 10 50 60 Hz Output 24 VAC 10 50 60 Hz 20 VA Maximum Load Per Station 0 50A 12 VA 24 VAC Maximum Load For Pump Master Valve 0 50A 12 VA 24 VAC Total Maximum Output 0 70A 16 8 VA 24 VAC The Toro Promise Limited Three or Five year Warranty The Toro Company and its affiliate Toro Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between t
14. Using Pump Start Master Valve and Well Recovery Controls The following examples illustrate various practical application of automatic Pump Start Master Valve PS MV and Well Recovery timing controls and how they affect the program watering cycles Example 1 The irrigation supply is pumped directly from a well Program Setup Watering program start time 3 00 a m Assigned Stations 1 2 and 3 each with a 20 minute station run time PS MV circuit On P On PS MV circuit delay 60 seconds Pd 60 Well Recovery time 0 seconds S 00 PS MV circuit enabled during well recovery No PE n Example 2 Well water is pumped into a holding tank where it is gravity fed to the irrigation supply Program Setup Watering program start time 3 00 a m Assigned Stations 1 2 and 3 each with a 20 minute station run time PS MV circuit On P On PS MV circuit delay 2 seconds Pd 02 Well Recovery time 15 minutes M 15 See Note below PS MV circuit enabled during well recovery Yes PE Y See Note below Example 3 The irrigation supply is pumped from a reservoir fed by a self contained well water system Program Setup Watering program start time 3 00 a m Assigned Stations 1 2 and 3 each with a 20 minute station run time PS MV circuit On P On i PS MV circuit delay 2 seconds Pd 02 Well Recovery time 15 minutes M 15 See Note below PS MV circuit enabled du
15. begin watering The adjusted run time is temporary and does not alter the station run time set for automatic watering program operation Rain Delay Feature Note Rain Delay and Season Adjust control features enable quick temporary changes in operation to help compensate for changes in weather and season The Rain Delay feature enables all watering operations to be delayed from 1 to 7 days For example rain has been forecast in your area for the next two days Instead of turning the controller Off and possibly forgetting to turn it back on a rain delay of 3 days can be easily entered At the end of 3 days the TMC 212 will resume automatic operation as scheduled Turn the control dial to the RAIN DELAY 4 position The rain delay display will begin alternating with the automatic status display To set the number of rain delay days press the or orr button until the desired number 1 7 is flashing Return the control dial to the position WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS ABC SEASON SNS ADJUST TIMES Note The rain delay number will automatically decrease by one digit each day When the delay number counts down to 0 automatic watering opera tion will resume at the next scheduled start time To cancel the rain delay at any time turn the con trol dial to the orr position Leave the dial in the Off position for approximately five seconds then return it
16. each have a run time of 10 min utes and lawn station 4 is set to run for 20 minutes Note that stations 3 and 5 water shrubs and flowers and have been excluded from this program These stations will be set to operate on a separate program As shown in the watering program diagram at 3 00 a m the controller starts the program watering cycle Station 1 sprinklers run for 10 minutes and shut off Next station 2 sprinklers turn on run for 10 minutes and shut off The controller skips station 3 and turns on station 4 which runs for 20 minutes and shuts off Station 5 is skipped and the watering cycle ends at 3 40 a m As you can see from this example only one program start time was needed to operate three different stations Using more than one program for example would enable lawn zones to be watered every day on program A shrub zones to run on on Monday Wednesday and Friday on program B and drip irrigation to soak the flower beds every three days on program C Note Although the TMC 212 offers the multiple program feature you may want to use one program only if it meets your needs The remaining programs can be turned off and on as you need to use them Watering Program Diagram Program Starts at 3 00 a m Station 1 Station time 10 minutes Station 2 Station time 10 minutes Station 4 Station time 20 minutes Program Ends at 3 40 a m
17. labeled PUMP MV 9 Connecting a Pump Start Relay CAUTION To prevent controller damage never connect an auxiliary pump starter directly to the controller s 24 VAC output A 24 VAC 0 50A relay must be used to connect the controller to the pump starter circuit 1 Route a wire pair from the pump relay into the controller housing 2 Connect one wire to the terminal labeled COM 8 Connect the remaining wire to the terminal labeled PUMP MV 9 as shown below Connecting the Power Source WARNING AC power wiring must be installed and connected by qualified personnel only All electrical compo nents and installation procedures must comply with all applicable local and national electrical codes Some codes may require a means of discon nection from the AC power source installed in the fixed wiring and having a contact separation of at least 0 120 3mm in the line and neutral poles Make sure the power source is OFF prior to con necting the controller TT Pump Start LN Valve Common Wire A CAUTION To prevent pump damage due to prolonged dead head pressure connect a jumper wire from an unused station terminal to a terminal with a with a valve connected Note Refer to Pump Control and Well Recovery section 12 on page 28 for important pump circuit control inform
18. manual watering operations 3 Control Dial Selects all controller programming and operation controls except Manual Start Control Dial Positions RUN The normal dial position for all automatic and manual operations CURRENT TIME DAY 2 Enables the clock time and day to be set WATERING DAYS 7 Enables the watering day schedules to be set and reviewed START TIMES 2 Enables the program start times to be set and reviewed STATION TIMES Enables the station run time to be set and reviewed CONTINUED Controller Components SEASON ADJUST Enables the station time of all stations in a program to be simultaneously increased or decreased in 1096 increments SPECIAL FUNCTIONS 4 Provides optional control and timing features for pump operation and well recovery delay feature RAIN DELAY lt Enables all watering operations to be delayed from 1 to 7 days OFF Shuts off and prevents all automatic and manual watering activity 4 Program Select Switch Three position slide Switch used to select watering program A B or C during the programming procedures and manual operation 5 Rain Sensor Circuit Control Switch Enables the Rain Sensor circuit to be bypassed as necessary 6 Rain Sensor Configuration Switch Configures the controller for operation with a Normally open or a Normally closed rain sensor 7 Rain Sensor Connection Terminals Snap in wir
19. program requires only one start time to operate automatically A start time is assigned to a watering program not to an individual station When a start time occurs the stations with operating time assigned in the program will be operated one at a time for their set duration in numeric sequence If a program start time occurs while the controller is already running a watering cycle the start will be delayed until the current watering cycle concludes known as Stacking Program start times are indicated by numbers 1 4 shown at the top of the display when the control dial is in the START TIME O position Start time number 1 and its corresponding start time or OFF will begin flashing In this example program A has Flashing two assigned start times Start YN time 1 is set for 1 00 a m and start time 2 is set for 5 a m Start times 3 and 4 are currently not used Only start time num bers with an assigned start time will be displayed rt JT Le Setting the Station Run Time Station run time is the length of time a station valve stays open during a watering cycle Station run time can be set from 1 minute to 4 hours in 1 minute increments When setting a station run time the first step is to select a watering program When a station is given a run time of at least 1 minute it is assigned to the program A station is removed from a program by setting it s run time to Off Ea
20. ATERING DAY PROGRAMS ABC Setting Program Start Times A program start time is the time of day that an automatic watering cycle will start The TMC 212 enables you to assign up to four automatic start times per program Turn the control dial to the START TIMES position Start times are designated by numbers 1 4 shown at the top of the display Check the PROGRAMS switch setting Position the Switch as necessary to select the desired program 3 Start time number 1 and its current setting are selected flashing To adjust start time number 1 continue at step G Note To enable a start time to be set or changed it must be flashing To set or adjust start time number 2 3 or 4 press the NEXT button as needed to select the number Press the button to increase or orr button to decrease the displayed time To change the display rapidly press and hold the button for more than 7 consecutive seconds Note When using the 12 hour clock format make sure the desired AM PM designator is displayed Note To quickly remove a start time press the ON and orr buttons at the same time until OFF is dis played 6 To set or adjust additional start times for this pro gram repeat the procedure beginning at step WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS SPECIAL FUNCTIONS SEASON A ADJUST TIMES 7 To set or adjust start time s for another pro
21. ars with the Watering On symbol and indicates the current controller watering activity In this example program A is currently operating Station 1 has 10 minutes of run time remaining stations 2 and 3 are also scheduled operate during Flashing Flashing this watering cycle A Well Recovery delay period will occur between station operations Program A also has a season adjust factor in use indicated by the 96 symbol Note If the control dial remains in any position except orr for more than 8 minutes the controller will revert to the Automatic mode and Status display Note The position of the PROGRAMS switch does not determine which program will run during automatic controller operation In other words if a program has an assigned watering day schedule start time and a station with run time it will operate automatically regardless of the position of the PROGRAMS switch Manual Mode Manual mode enables automatic watering programs and their assigned stations to be operated at any time Note Once watering has started refer to page 32 for additional manual control operations Note Upon completion of a Manual mode operation the controller will return to the Automatic mode Operate Watering Program s Confirm that the control dial is in the RUN position Position the PROGRAMS switch to select a program Press the MANUAL START button two times to start the program watering cycle The f
22. aster Valve circuit delay is two seconds Well Recovery time is 0 seconds Pump Start Master Valve circuit is enabled during Well Recovery time Season Adjust is 10096 neutral Note The controller s programmable memory can be reset to the default settings at any time See Clearing the Program Memory on page 36 for detailed information Setting the Current Time and Date SEASON ay Tees TATION ADJUST TIMES Turn the control dial to the CURRENT 2200 position the hour digits will begin flashing Note The time of day will be displayed in hours and minutes 12 hour format To select a 24 hour format press the NEXT button repeatedly to display 12 H Press the button to display 24 Press the NEXT button once the hour digits will begin flashing To increase the display value press the button to decrease press the orr button Note The display characters will change rapidly when holding the on or oFF button down for more than 7 consecutive seconds Q Press the button to select the next portion of the display 4 Repeat steps and to set the following to set the current minutes year month and day When the current time and day are displayed return the control dial to the 0 position 21 Setting the Watering Day Schedule Each program can have its own Calendar Interval Odd or Even sch
23. ation 1 Route the power and equipment ground wires from the power source through the conduit and into the controller transformer compartment Note The controller terminal block accepts wire size up to 12 AWG 4 mm 2 Remove 3 8 10 mm insulation from the wire ends 3 Using a small flat blade screwdriver secure the wires as shown to the terminal block as follows Line or Line 1 L1 to L Neutral or Line 2 L2 to N and Equipment Ground to OG 4 Install and secure the transformer compartment cover 5 Apply power to the controller Note The display will begin flashing 12 00 a m Press any button to stop the display from flashing Connecting the Power Source cont On N 8 845 OG Connecting a Rain Sensor optional A rain sensor is an optional control device that connects directly to the TMC 212 to automatically interrupt auto matic controller operation during rain A sensor bypass switch is provided to enable sensor operation to be disabled as needed A sensor configuration switch enables the controller to work with a normally open or normally closed rain sensor When the rain sensor absorbs moisture it signals the TMC 212 to suspend automatic watering operations The No Watering symbol is displayed until the sensor drys out and automatically resets When the No Watering symbol disappears controller
24. ave the screw extended approximately 1 4 6 5 mm from the wall Note If you are installing the controller on drywall or masonry install screw anchors to prevent screws a from loosening Use the dimension shown to predrill holes for screw anchors 3 Hang the cabinet on the screw using the keyhole slot B on the back panel Make sure the cabinet slides down securely on the screw U 4 Install the lower mounting screw s and tighten securely gt odd Note Conduit and adapters are not provided Install J S l n conduit as required by local electrical codes t 5 Install 1 2 13 mm conduit C for power equipment Gx O ground wires and 3 4 19 mm conduit D for valve lal gt wires Note After installation store the User s Guide and Quick Reference Guide on the hook located on the inside of the door Connecting the Valves Note Using 14 to 18 AWG 2 5mm to 1 mm irrigation cable is recommended This cable is made specifically for automatic irrigation systems and is available in several lengths and conductor count Always use a cable that has at least one wire for each valve and one wire for the valve common connection 1 Route the wire cable from the valve location into the controller cabinet 2 Attach the white preferably cab
25. ch station can have a different length of run time assigned in each program For example station 1 could have a 15 minute run time in program A a 10 minute run time in program B and no run time Off in program C All stations assigned to the selected program are dis played below the run time symbol position when the control dial is turned to the STATION TIMES X position The station number and its corresponding run time or OFF will begin flashing when selected In this example the stations with an assigned run time in d program A are shown Station 1 has a 10 minute run time Sta tion 2 is set for 12 minutes and Station 4 is set to water for 20 minutes Stations 3 5 and 6 do not have an assigned run time in program A and are not shown Flashing Planning Your Watering Schedule It is generally helpful to organize your initial watering schedule on paper before beginning the programming steps The information can be recorded on the Watering Scheduling form located inside the cover of the outdoor controller or on the blank form provided on page 20 Guidelines for Watering There are several factors to considered when determin ing how much to water For example the soil composi tion the type of lawn and plants exposure to sun and shade and the rate at which the sprinklers apply water Because of these variables an exact schedule can not be provided Some trial and error will be required to find t
26. e connectors for direct connection of a Rain Sensor 8 Valve Common Connection Terminal Snap in wire connector for the valve common wire 9 Pump Master Valve Connection Terminal Snap in wire connector for connection of a pump start relay or master valve 24 VAC power wire 10 Transformer Connection Terminals Snap in connectors for transformer wires 11 Two station Expansion Module Standard and High surge Protection Models Each expansion module provides a snap in wire connection for two stations Up to six modules can be installed to expand the TMC 212 control from 2 to12 stations Standard surge expansion module TSM 02 provides 1 3 Kv surge protection per station and is identified by a single lightning bolt symbol and black color High surge protection module TSM 02 H provides 6 0 Kv surge protection per station and is identified by two lightning bolts beige color and extended length While both types of expansion modules are inter changeable with all TMC 212 models the TSM 02 H module can only provide 6 0 Kv surge protection when installed in specially equipped controller models TMC 212 ODH and TMC 212 ODH 50H 12 Remote Control Receiver Jack Modular jack provided for the connection of the optional Toro EZ Remote remote control receiver cable Installation and operating instructions are provided with the EZ Remote control system 13 External Transformer A Plug in transformer supp
27. e the tabs PE IS I LON p D Note After installation store the Quick Reference Guide and the Watering Schedule Form in the pocket F behind the controller Connecting the Valves Note Using 14 to 18 AWG 2 5mm to 1 mm irrigation cable is recommended This cable is made specifically for automatic irrigation systems and is available in several lengths and conductor count Always use a cable that has at least one wire for each valve and one wire for the valve common connection 1 Route the valve control wires between the valves and the controller Attach the white color cable wire to one wire from each valve solenoid Either solenoid wire can be used for this connection This wire is referred to as the valve common Attach a separate cable wire to the remaining wire from each valve solenoid Make a note of the wire color code used for each valve and the station it controls You will need to have this information when connecting the wires to the controller Secure all wire splices using twist on wire connectors To prevent corrosion and possible short circuits use a grease cap or similar waterproofing method to insulate each connection Route the wire cable into the controller through the large opening in the base of the housing or through PVC conduit if it is installed Remove 1 2 13mm of insulation from the end of each wire
28. edule but only one schedule can be active at a time for that program The watering day schedule or OFF shown in the display when the control dial is in the WATERING DAYS 7 position will be the active schedule for that program To set a Calendar schedule continue below To set an Interval schedule continue on page 23 To set an Odd or Even schedule continue on page 24 To turn a program Off refer to page 26 Setting a Calendar Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS 7 position Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program The current watering schedule will be displayed If CAL Calendar is not displayed press the or button as needed to select CAL Press the button The watering days currently set for this program will be displayed su Sunday will begin flashing Q To select Sunday as a watering day press the ON button To remove Sunday from the schedule press the oFF button mo Monday will now begin flash ing Continue to select or remove each day of the week until only the desired watering days are shown WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS SEASON 96 SNG ADJUST TIMES 6 To set a Calendar schedule for another program return to step When you have completed setting the Calendar schedule for each program as needed return the control dial
29. elo IF WELL RECOVERY DELAY TIME PROGRAM START TIMES 4 00 am 5 00 am Off Of Off Off e Watering Schedule Form PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C CALENDAR SU wo ro we ve FR sa so wo o WE re fen SA su we re FR SA WATERING js 5 ls 1e s le EXCLUDE SU mo Tu WE TH FR sa Isu we TH FR SA su TH JFR SA mn WELL RECOVERY DELAY TIME PROGRAM START TIMES Programming the Controller About the Watering Program Memory Once programmed the TMC 212 memory will be retained for several years without power Only the cur rent time and date information will be lost and will need to be reset if power is interrupted from the controller for more than 24 hours The TMC 212 has a default watering program that will automatically control your sprinkler system when power is initially applied If you do not wish to program the controller you can use the default settings To enable the TMC 212 con troller to operate Automatically in real time just set the current time and date The default watering program settings are as follows Program A has a Calendar watering schedule set to water every day Programs B and C are turned Off One program start time is set for 5 00 a m Station run time is set to 10 minutes per station Pump Start Master Valve circuit is On Pump Start M
30. ering program information stored in the TMC 212 memory will be retained for several years If controller power is lost for more than 24 hours only the time and date will need to be reset If for any reason you wish to clear the user defined water ing program information two methods are provided Clear and reset a selected program to default settings Default settings for Program A provide one daily auto matic watering cycle Clear and reset all programs simultaneously to off All programs are turned off A IMPORTANT These procedures permanently erase all user defined program information that cannot be recovered once the procedure has been completed To clear and reset memory of a selected program 7 A LL CURRENT ZLD WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS ABC SPECIAL emm gt SEASON STATION 1 ox ZT times 36 Turn the control dial to SEASON ADJUST Position the PROGRAMS switch setting as necessary Press the NEXT button once CL will be displayed and begin flashing Press and hold the oFF button until CL stops flashing about five seconds The memory will be cleared and reset to the factory default settings 5 To clear the memory of another program repeat all of the steps starting at step Return the control dial to the RUN position To clear the memory of all programs WATERING
31. feature is utilized WATERING Di AYS PROGRAMS SPECIAL FUNCTIONS Turn the control dial to the SEASON ADJUST position The season adjust display will be shown and 100 will be flashing Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program Press the on or orr until the desired adjustment value is flashing 4 To apply the Season Adjust feature to another program repeat steps and 9 Q Return the control dial the RUN position Note The 96 symbol will be displayed in all dial positions as a reminder that this feature is in use Turn Off Controller Operation When the control dial is turned to the orr amp position controller operation stops immediately Leaving the control dial in the position enables the controller maintain current time and day while disabling automatic and manual watering activity Turn the control dial to the orr position The word OFF will be displayed for approximately eight minutes The display will then revert to the automatic status display showing the current time and day For extended shutdown of the sprinkler system leave the control dial in the orr position To resume automatic or manual operation turn the control dial to the RUN position SEASON ADIUST Appendix Clearing the Program Memory The user defined wat
32. fic portion of the landscape called a watering Zone The zones are generally laid out according to the type of plant material being watered and the type and flow rate of the sprinklers used to distribute the water Automatic controller Programs are used to establish and organize different watering schedules The TMC 212 provides three independent watering programs designated A B and C and are established by specifying what day s of the week to water called watering days what time to start watering called start time and how long each station runs called station time Each station can be assigned to each program and have a different amount of run time in each program When an automatic program starts each station with an assigned run time in the program will operate one by one in numeric sequence from lowest to highest station number Controller Valve 5 Valve 1 Station 1 Parkway Lawn Fixed Spray Valve 2 Station 2 Front Lawn Fixed Spray Valve 3 Station 3 Front Shrubs Flood Bubbler Valve 4 Station 4 Back Lawn Geared Rotor Valve 5 Station 5 Garden Drip Watering Program Basics The following example illustrates how a typical watering program could be set up for the sprinkler system shown on the previous page The diagram at the right depicts the watering program in a timeline format Example The program start time is set for 3 00 a m Lawn stations 1 and 2
33. gram repeat the procedure beginning at step Q when finished turn the control dial back to the RUN 7 position Setting Station Run Times Station run time determines how long the station will operate during a program watering cycle Each station can have a different run time assignment in each program Run time is adjustable from OFF to 4 hours in 1 minute increments Turn the control dial to the STATION TIMES position All station numbers with a run time set in the selected program will be shown at the bottom of the display Check the PROGRAMS switch setting Position the Switch as necessary to select the desired program 3 Station 1 and its current run time or OFF will be flashing To adjust the run time continue at step To select a different station number press the NEXT button Press the on button to increase or button to decrease the time display Note To change the display rapidly press and hold the button for more than 7 consecutive seconds To quickly reset the start time to Off press the on and orr buttons at the same time until OFF is displayed 6 To set station run times for another program repeat the procedure starting at step When finished turn the control dial back to the RUN position Note Basic programming is now complete For optional Pump Start Master Valve control setup procedures continue at Setting Pump Start Master Valve
34. he best watering schedule but here are some general watering guidelines to help you get started Water two or three hours before sunrise You will have the best water pressure at this time and evaporation will be minimal With a new lawn water frequently for a short duration to keep the soil and plants moist at all times until established Cut back on watering if runoff occurs With an established landscape water enough to saturate the plants and soil without causing runoff Gradually cut back watering over a period of time until you notice signs of plant stress Increase watering gradually just enough to regain plant health and vitality This watering method enables a healthy landscape to be maintained using the least amount of water Filling Out the Watering Schedule Form Location Identify the portion of the landscape watered by each station Note Enter the following information for each program A B and C If a program is not needed leave its information column blank Watering Day Schedule For a Calendar schedule circle the day s of the week that watering is desired For an Interval schedule circle the desired Interval number For Odd or Even days simply mark the appro priate box If you need to restricted watering on certain days circle the excluded day s Station Time Indicate the amount of run time 1 minute to 4 hours for each station Write Off for any station that you do not want t
35. hem jointly warrants to the owner each new piece of equipment featured in the current catalog at date of installation against defects in material and workmanship for a period described below provided they are used for irrigation purposes under manufacturer s recommended specifications Product failures due to acts of God i e lightning flooding etc are not covered by this warranty Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for failure of products not manufactured by them even though such products may be sold or used in con junction with Toro products During such warranty period we will repair or replace at our option any part found to be defective Your remedy is limited solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts Return the defective part to your local Toro distributor who may be listed in your telephone directory Yellow Pages under Irrigation Supplies or Sprinkler Sys tems or contact The Toro Warranty Company Box 489 Riverside Califor nia 92502 Phone 800 664 4740 for the location of your nearest Toro distributor or out side the U S call 951 688 9221 This warranty does not apply where equipment is used or installation is per formed in any manner contrary to Toro s specifications and instructions nor where equipment is altered or modified Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect incidental or consequential damages in connection with the use of equipment incl
36. irst active station number and the Watering On 6 symbol will begin flashing 4 To select additional programs repeat steps and Note Additional programs are stacked staged to run sequentially in the order they are selected The watering program identifier A B or C will be displayed as each program is selected The program currently operating is indicated by the flashing program identifier As one program finishes the next program in the stacked sequence will start Flashing WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS ABC SEASON STATION ADJUST TIMES Operate Selected Stations Confirm the control dial is in the RUN position Position the PROGRAMS switch to select a program Q Press the MANUAL START button one time The station numbers assigned to the program will be displayed The first station number in sequence will begin flashing To select the station s to operate use the following procedure To select the station press the button To skip the station press the orr button When the desired station numbers are displayed press the MANUAL START button one time to start watering The active station number and the Watering On 6 symbol will begin flashing Watering Control Features Once the sprinkler system is running the following manual control features become available Pause Watering To pause watering press the and orr but
37. k the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program The current watering schedule Interval or Odd Even will be displayed Press the NEXT button as needed to display d E flashing and the days of the week Press the NExT button again su Sunday is selected and will begin flashing Q To exclude Sunday from the watering schedule press the oFF button su will be removed from the display To keep Sunday in the program schedule press the button the next day in sequence will be selected Repeat this procedure for each day of the program schedule WATERING DAYS PROGRAMS SEASON STATION ADJUST 70 TIMES Example Monday and Friday have been excluded from program A When finished return the control dial to the RUN position Turning Off a Program Note Turning off a program does not alter or erase a preset watering day schedule Selecting Off simply places the program on hold until one of the watering day schedules is selected Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS Z position Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program Press the or orr button until OFF is flashing 4 To turn off another program repeat steps and amp as needed Return the control dial to the RUN position W
38. le wire to either wire from each valve solenoid This is called the valve common wire Note The solenoid does not have specific polarity so either wire can be used for the common wire connection 3 Connect an individual color coded cable wire to the remaining solenoid wire of each valve Make a note the wire insulation color used for each connection and the sprinkler zone controlled by the valve AN IMPORTANT To prevent possible short circuit conditions causing controller damage properly connect insulate and waterproof all wire splices 4 Remove 1 2 13mm of insulation from the end of all cable wires to be connected to the controller Master Valve Common Wire Station Valve Valves Note The station module has snap in wire connectors To attach wires simply raise the lever and insert the bare wire end into the small hole beneath the lever Press the lever down to secure the wire Pull lightly on the wire to confirm that it is locked into the module 5 Referring to the Controller Components on page 5 and the diagram above secure the valve common wire to the terminal labeled COM 8 Connect the individual valve wires to the appropriate expansion module ter minals 11 The stations are numbered from left to right 1 through 12 Connect the master valve wire if applicable to the terminal
39. lies 24 VAC power to the indoor model controller 14 Internal Transformer A built in transformer sup plies 24 VAC power to the outdoor model controller 15 Input Power Terminal Block Connection terminals for AC power wires Controller Components Controller Installation A IMPORTANT TMC 212 indoor model is not weather resistant and must be installed indoors or in a protected location Indoor Model Installation 1 Select a location for the controller within 4 1 2 m of an electrical outlet to enable the transformer wires to easily reach Make sure the outlet is not controlled by a light switch 2 Remove the mounting bracket attached to the back of the controller housing by pulling the lower edge of the bracket away and downward from the controller housing 3 Place the mounting bracket A against the wall aligning the top edge at about eye level Drive three 1 25 mm wood screws B into the wall through the three holes provided in the bracket Note If you are installing the bracket on drywall or masonry install screw anchors C to prevent screws from loosening 4 Optional Insert 3 4 19 mm PVC conduit D for valve wiring into bracket sleeve E 5 Align the slotted openings on the back of controller housing with the mounting bracket tabs Slide the controller downward to engag
40. mple 3 lel A or 200 GRAMS BC a SPECIAL FUNCTIONS To apply the PS MV circuit control features to another program press the NEXT button once then repeat steps through When finished return the control dial to the RUN position Controller Operation The TMC 212 controller has three modes of operation Automatic Manual and Off Automatic mode The controller tracks the current time and day and automatically runs a watering program when a scheduled start time occurs Manual mode Automatic watering programs or select stations can be manually operated at any time Off mode Shuts off and prevents all watering activity Automatic Mode In the Automatic mode the TMC 212 keeps track of the current time day of the week and the automatic watering program schedule Automatic operation will occur when ever a programmed watering day and a start time match the current time and day The Automatic mode is selected when the control dial is in the position While in the automatic mode the display will show two types of information Status and Operating This example shows the Status display The current time is 2 45 p m and the current day is Monday Programs A and B Mo 2 45 are scheduled to operate today and a Well Recovery delay is set When watering starts the Operating display appe
41. o assign to the program Well Recovery Delay Time See Setting Pump Start Master Valve and Well Recovery Controls on pages 28 30 and 38 39 for detailed information Program Start Times Indicate the time s of day to start the program Each program can have up to four assigned start times Note The TMC 212 runs one program watering cycle at a time Within the cycle only one station runs at a time Therefore when scheduling multiple programs and or multiple start times per program make sure that each program watering cycle can run to completion before the next program cycle is scheduled to start A program that attempts to start during an active watering cycle will be delayed until the active watering cycle ends If the program is delayed past Midnight it will be canceled if the day is restricted from watering or is not a scheduled watering day Example Watering Schedule Form PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C CALENDAR su Mo Tu sa su HO ru we TH FR sa su mo we TH FR sal WATERING INTERVAL jajsjajsjejz sj2 aja ss ejr ile 3 5 DAY SCHEDULE ODD EVEN EXCLUDE jwe rh FR sa su Mo TU we TH FR Isa su mo Tu WE FR SA LOCATION STATION RUN TIME STATION RUN TIME Farkway Lawn Off 0f Front Lawn Front Shrubs Off Back Lawn Off gt z O Garden Off 1 hr sxlalele uela KJ KI 5 10 minutes 2 50 am
42. ons as programmed AN IMPORTANT Clearing the display does not correct the cause of the problem The controller will continue to bypass the affected station s or discontinue operation until the overload condition is eliminated Before continuing to operate the controller identify and resolve the cause of the problem In most cases this condition is caused by a faulty valve solenoid pump start relay and or a shorted wire splice Adding a 2 station Expansion Module Note Expansion modules are available in Standard surge TSM 02 and High surge TSM 02 H versions Although the TSM 02 H module can be used in any TMC 212 controller it will only provide high 6 0 Kv surge protection when installed in Outdoor controller models TMC 212 ODH and TMC 212 ODH 50H InZ 1 SE 3 1 Turn the control dial to the orF position 2 Remove the access cover 3 Place the back of the station module squarely between the guides of the first open expansion slot from left to right Pushing lightly on the bottom of the module slide it upward until it locks into position To connect the valve wires refer to Connecting The Valves on page 7 5 Reinstall the access cover 6 To set the station time refer to Setting Station Times on page 28 7 To test the operation of the added station s refer to Manual Mode on page 31
43. operation will resume as programmed Toro Rain Sensor Model TWRS Insert mv PUMp COM vac 4 Route the sensor wires into the controller housing through the access hole provided Release the Sensor terminal connectors and remove the plastic u shaped insert Connect the sensor wires per the instructions provided with the sensor Set the Sensor configuration switch 6 to NC Normally Closed or NO Normally Open as required by the sensor type installed IMPORTANT Do not use ENB and NC switch position simultaneously unless a Normally Closed rain sensor is connected Watering operation will be suspended if this condition occurs Set the Sensor control switch 5 as required ENB enable allows the rain sensor to interrupt watering DIS disable bypasses the rain sensor input Refer to the instructions provided with the rain sensor for complete setup and operating information Getting Started Irrigation System Basics The three major components of every automatic sprinkler system are the controller the control valves and the sprinklers emitters The controller is the brain of the system signaling each control valve when and how long to open The valves are connected to expansion modules within the controller and identified as Station 1 Station 2 etc Each station controls a group of sprinklers in a speci
44. ring well recovery No PE n Note When multiple watering programs are scheduled to operate immediately after one another i e stacked the Well Recovery time and PS MV circuit when enabled will be operative between consecutive programs 38 Example 1 Program Station Time Station Time Station Time Program Start gt 20 Minutes 20 Minutes 20 Minutes End Station 1 Qo Station 2 Qo Station 3 3 00 3 01 3 21 3 41 4 01 Y 60 second Pump Delay PS MV Circuit Example 2 X Program Station Time Well Recovery Station Time Well Recovery Station Time Program Start 20 Minutes J 15 Minutes 20 Minutes gt lt 15 Minutes 20 Minutes End Station 1 n Station 2 lt on gt Station 3 3 o Y 3 20 3 35 3 55 4 10 4 30 PS MV Circuit Example 3 Program Run Time Well Recovery Run Time Well Recovery Run Time Program Start 20 Minutes 15 Minutes 1 4 20 Minutes 15 Minutes 20 Minutes End Station 1 lt on gt Station 2 lt n Station 3 9 3 00 3 20 3 35 3 55 4 10 4 30 PS MV Circuit 5 PS MV Circuit PS MV Circuit E Troubleshooting If you are having a problem with the controller check the following symptoms possible causes and remedies If the problem can not be resolved or you would like assistance with any Toro irrigation product call 1 800 664 4740 or 1 951 688 9221 outside U S Monday
45. through Friday 7 30 a m 4 00 p m Pacific Standard Time Symptom Possible Cause Remedy The display is blank and the controller does not operate Main power is disconnected Check the transformer connections indoor model or circuit breaker at service panel outdoor model Watering programs start at unscheduled times Watering programs have overlapping start times stacked Reduce station times Change remove program start times See p 27 A station does not turn on Faulty wire connection at station module Shorted valve wire connection or faulty solenoid Electronic Fuse has disabled station operation Remove wire from station module Strip back enough insulation to see 1 8 3mm of bare wire when fully inserted Repair wire connections Inspect solenoid and repair or replace as necessary A station does not turn off No station time entered Valve problem generally caused by a bonnet leak or corroded solenoid Enter a station time See p 28 Inspect valve bonnet seal and or solenoid Replace as needed Program starts again after completion of a watering cycle Season Adjust setting greater than 10096 Watering programs have overlap ping start times stacked Review Season Adjust factor and reset to 10096 See p 34 Reduce station times Change remove program start times See p 27 Specifications Cabinet Dimensions Indoor
46. tion 28 m Setting Pump Master Valve and Well Recovery Controls 28 Controller Operations m Automatic Mode 30 m Manual Mode 31 1 Operate Watering Program s 31 i Operate Statlons utet 31 1 Watering Control Features 32 Pause Watering 32 Resume Watering 32 Cancel Watering 32 I Skip Stations 32 1 Adjust the Station Tlme During Operation 33 m Rain Delay 33 m Season Adjust Feature 34 m Turn Off 35 Appendix m Clearing the Program 36 m About Automatic Circuit Protection 37 m Adding a 2 Station Expansion Module 37 m Using Pump Master Valve Controls 38 m Troubleshooting eene 40 m 5 41 B Warranty nenas iae 42 m Electromagnetic Compatibility 42 Controller Components Controller Components SEASON STATION ADJUST 96 x TIMES
47. to the RUN position Setting an Interval Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS Z position Check the PROGRAMS switch setting If necessary reposition the switch to select the desired program The current watering schedule will be displayed E m If Int Interval is not displayed press the on or RAIN WATERING button as needed to select Int PROGRAMS Press the button The current Interval number 1 7 will begin flashing The day of the week on which the Interval will start will be shown SEASON ADIUST TIMES change the Interval number press the oFF button until the desired number is flashing Q Press the NEXT button The Interval start day will begin flashing To change the Interval start day press the button or the oFF button until the desired day is flashing 8 To set an Interval schedule for another program repeat all of the steps beginning at step Q When you have completed setting the Interval schedule for each program as needed return the control dial to the RUN position Note The Day Exclusion feature enables you to select any day s of the week to be excluded and remain off when using an Interval or Odd Even watering schedule See page 25 for detailed information Setting an Odd or Even Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS
48. to the RUN position Season Adjust Feature Note The Season Adjust and Rain Delay features modify controller operation only and do not change the controller s programmable memory The Season Adjust 96 feature enables the station time of all stations assigned to a watering program to be simul taneously decreased or increased from 10 200 in 1096 increments 10096 equals no adjustment For example setting Season Adjust to 50 decreases all stations to half of their programmed station time A station programmed for 20 minutes would run 10 min utes and a station with 15 minutes would run 7 minutes and 30 seconds As a conservation measure an adjust ment above 100 first increases station run time then splits the time in half The program watering cycle then runs through twice consecutively This method of increasing irrigation enables irrigation water to soak into the plant root zone instead of pooling and running off For example adjusting to 15096 will first increase a 20 minute station time to 30 minutes 1 5 x 20 30 The controller automatically divides 30 minutes in half and runs the station for 15 minutes in back to back watering cycles Note All station times are retained in the controller s programmable memory and returned to their set value when season adjust is reset to 10096 The adjusted station time will be displayed during operation The 96 symbol will be displayed when an when the Season Adjust
49. tons at the same time The station will temporarily turn off The Watering On 6 symbol will begin flashing The display will show the amount of station time remaining Note If watering is not resumed within 8 minutes all watering operations will be canceled and the controller will return to the Automatic mode To release Pause and resume operation press the NEXT button Watering activity will resume from the point of interruption Cancel Watering Two methods of canceling current watering are available Method 1 Turn the control dial to the orr C position pause for two seconds then turn the dial back to the RUN position Method 2 Press the and orr buttons at the same time two times Once canceled all watering operations will be terminated and the controller will return to the Automatic mode Skip Stations Press the NEXT button one time The station currently watering will shut off and the next station will start If the last station is skipped the program will end If additional programs have been set to operate the next program in alphabetical order will start Adjust the Operating Station Run Time To temporarily adjust the run time of the currently operat ing station Press the button to increase run time or the button to decrease run time If the run time is decreased to less than 1 minute the station will shut off and the next station in sequence will
50. uding but not limited to vegetation loss the cost of substitute equipment or ser vices required during periods of malfunction or resulting non use property damage or personal injury resulting from installer s actions whether negli gent or otherwise Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse quential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you All implied warranties including those of merchantability and fitness for use are limited to the duration of this express warranty Some states do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state 2006 The Toro Company Irrigation Division www toro com The TMC 212 high surge controller is covered by this warranty for a period of five years from the date of installation The TMC 212 standard surge controller is covered by this warranty for a peri od of three years from the date of installation Form Number 373 0402 Rev A
51. yed See Example 2 Example 1 Example 2 Seconds v Minutes M sel 1 SI Ta 00 B START u STATION x DJUST TIMES Q SEASON 9 XSINEN ADJUST TIMES Q The display will be flashing P On Pump On To toggle PS MV circuit operation Off for this program press the orr button to display P OFF Pump Off Press the button to display the Pump Delay feature Pd 02 Pump Delay 2 seconds will be displayed change the delay period press the ON or button to select 2 to 60 seconds To select a Well Recovery delay period from 1 to 60 seconds or 1 to 60 minutes press the ON or button The display will change from S Seconds to M Minutes as the displayed time is increased past 59 seconds Note The Well Recovery symbol will remain displayed as a reminder that a delay time is set Q Press the NEXT button to display the Pump Enable option PE Y Pump Enable Yes will be displayed by default Note If the PS MV circuit is enabled during a Well Recovery delay period it will operate during the delay period between stations and turn off with the last operating station in the program Continued on page 30 29 To toggle the Pump Enable option Off for this program press the orr button to display PE n Pump Enable no See Example 3 Exa

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