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Connecting the Control Wire
Caution: Do not connect the RainSensor directly to
120/240 VAC power as this may result in irreversible
damage. If you are in doubt, contact a qualified installer
or electrician.
1. Disconnect power to the controller.
2. Review the following connection diagrams in Figures 5, 6 and 7.
Follow the applicable instructions provided in steps A or B or C.
A. Controllers with sensor terminals:
Refer to Figure 5. Find the controller sensor terminals (generally
marked "Sensor", "SEN" or "S") and directly connect the control
wires to these terminals in any order. There may be a jumper tab or
wire between the sensor terminals that must be removed and/or a
sensor control or bypass switch that must be activated.
Figure 5
Irrigation System Controller
To Valves
Common From Valves
B. Controllers with no pump start/master valve and no sensor
terminals:
Refer to Figure 6. Disconnect the valve common wire(s) and join to
either control wire using the supplied wire nut. Connect the
remaining wire to the valve common terminal.
Figure 6
Irrigation System Controller
To Valves
Common From Valves
Wire Nut
2
C. Controllers with pump start/master valve and no sensor
terminals:
Refer to Figure 7. Disconnect all common wires from the common
terminal(s) and join them to either control wire using the supplied
wire nut. Be sure to include the common wire from the pump start
relay or master valve in this connection. Connect the remaining
control wire to the valve common terminal.
Figure 7
Irrigation System Controller
To Valves
Pump Start
Relay
Common From Valves
Wire Nut
Changing the RainSensor Configuration
The RainSensor is configured for Normally Closed sensor circuit
operation. If your controller requires a Normally Open type sensor,
reconfigure the RainSensor control switch as follows:
1. Refer to Figure 8. Remove
Figure 8
the bottom cover by
pressing down on the
Normally Closed
thumb-release lever on the
side of the unit. Carefully
slide the switch board
assembly out.
2. Carefully pull the wire
connector from the left tab
of the switch and attach it to
the center tab. Leave the
Normally Open
right wire connected.
3. Reassemble the RainSensor
making sure the switch
board is properly inserted
and the strain-relief knot in
the control wire is inside of
the housing.
Operation
Testing the Installation
In order to test the installation of the RainSensor, turn on a watering
zone which is visible from the installation location.
Note: The manual activation cycle of some controllers bypasses
the sensor inputs. You will need to run an automatic/timed watering
program for these types of controllers.
With the sprinklers on, manually activate the RainSensor by press-
ing and holding the spindle at the top of the unit. The sprinklers
should shut off within a short time. If they do not shut off, recheck
the wiring connections at the controller. If the controller has a
sensor control or bypass switch, make sure the switch is set to the
position that will enable the sensor circuit to be active.
Normal Operation
When the RainSensor activates due to sufficient rainfall, the sprin-
kler system will remain inactive until the hygroscopic discs inside
the sensor have dried out. This dry-out rate will be about the same
as your soil's drying rate and allow for sprinkler activation once the
soil is dry enough to be watered again. The rate can be adjusted to
a slower dry-out rate with the vent ring. After the RainSensor "dries
out", the controller will resume its normal watering schedule.
Bypassing the RainSensor
The RainSensor can be temporarily bypassed or deactivated using
a number of methods:
• Use the controller's sensor bypass switch.
• Install an optional bypass switch.
• Temporarily disconnect the RainSensor from the controller's wiring.
Note: Always disconnect power to the controller before performing
any wiring tasks.
Specifications
Mounting: Quick-Clip rain gutter bracket, screws (2 provided) or
TM
conduit adapter
Control Wire: 25' (7.5m) outdoor-rated 2-wire cable
Sensor Type: Industry-standard hygroscopic disc stack with
adjustable rainfall sensitivity
Rating: 3 amp, 24 VAC, NO/NC
Operating Temperature Range: -20°F to 140°F (-29°C to 60°C)
Hardware: Stainless steel
Housing: UV-resistant engineered polymer
For Technical Assistance:
U.S.A. Europe
(800) 634-8873 or (39) 0765 40191
(951) 785-3623
© 2005 Irritrol Form Number 373-0288 Rev. C
Australia
(08) 8300 3633