Orbit Easy Dial 6-Station Indoor Sprinkler Controller

1. Sissejuhatus

The Orbit 6-zone indoor sprinkler controller is designed to provide convenient and flexible control over your lawn or garden watering schedule. Its user-friendly interface simplifies setup and customization, offering features such as rain delay, water budgeting, and dual watering programs to meet specific irrigation needs.

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, operation, and maintenance of your Orbit Easy Dial Sprinkler Controller.

Peamised omadused:

• Paindlikud kastmisvõimalused: Set water duration for each station between 1-240 minutes.
• Efficient Watering Schedule: Up to 8 start times per day to reduce water runoff.
• Vihma viivituse funktsioon: Pause watering for 24, 48, or 72 hours.
• Vee eelarvestamine: Adjust run times based on seasonal changes.
• Dual Watering Programs: Independent programs for customized intervals, days of the week, or even/odd watering days.

Joonis 1.1: Esiosa view of the Orbit Easy Dial 6-Station Indoor Sprinkler Controller, showing the LCD display, control buttons, and rotary dial.

2. Ohutusalane teave

Please read all safety information before installing or operating the controller. Failure to follow these instructions could result in injury or property damage.

• See kontroller on loodud selleks, et ainult siseruumides kasutamiseks. Do not install outdoors or in areas exposed to water.
• Enne mis tahes juhtmestiku või hooldustööde tegemist veenduge, et toiteallikas on lahti ühendatud.
• All electrical connections should be made in accordance with local electrical codes.
• Ärge proovige seadet ise parandada. Jätke kogu hooldus kvalifitseeritud spetsialistidele.

3. Seadistamine ja installimine

3.1 Kontrolleri paigaldamine

Choose a suitable indoor location near a standard 120V AC electrical outlet. Avoid areas with extreme temperatures or direct sunlight.

1. Märkige seinale soovitud kinnituskoht.
2. Install two mounting screws (not included) into the wall, leaving approximately 1/8 inch (3 mm) of the screw head exposed. The screws should be spaced vertically to align with the keyhole slots on the back of the controller.
3. Hang the controller on the screws.

Joonis 3.1: näitample of the controller mounted on a wall in an indoor setting.

3.2 Kontrolleri juhtmestik

Before wiring, ensure the power adapter is unplugged from the electrical outlet.

1. Common Wire (COM): Connect the common wire from your sprinkler valves to the terminal labeled 'COM' on the controller. This is typically a white wire.
2. Tsooni juhtmed (1-6): Connect each individual zone wire from your sprinkler valves to the corresponding numbered terminals (1 through 6) on the controller.
3. Vihmasensor (valikuline): If using a rain sensor (sold separately), connect its wires to the 'SENSOR' terminals. Ensure the rain sensor switch inside the controller is set to 'ON' if a sensor is connected. If no sensor is used, keep the switch 'OFF' and ensure the jumper wire is in place between the sensor terminals.
4. Toiteühendus: Plug the included 24V AC transformer into the '24VAC' terminals on the controller. Then, plug the transformer into a standard 120V AC electrical outlet.

Joonis 3.2: üksikasjalik view of the wiring terminals, showing connections for 24VAC, SENSOR, COM, and zones 1-6.

4. Kasutusjuhised

The Orbit Easy Dial controller features a rotary dial for selecting functions and a set of buttons for adjusting settings.

Joonis 4.1: Juhtpaneel ülevalview, highlighting the LCD display, directional buttons, and function dial.

4.1 Setting Current Time and Date

1. Keerake ketas asendisse KUUPÄEV/KELL.
2. Kasutage + ja - buttons to set the current year, then press SISESTA.
3. Repeat for month, day, hour, and minute.

4.2 Programming Watering Schedules (Programs A & B)

The controller supports two independent programs (A and B) for different watering needs.

4.2.1 Setting Start Times

1. Keerake ketas asendisse ALGUSE AEG.
2. The display will show '1'. Use + ja - to set the first start time, then press SISESTA.
3. Continue setting up to 8 start times for the current program. To skip a start time, press SISESTA without setting a time.
4. To switch between Program A and B, press the PROGRAM A-B nuppu.

4.2.2 Setting Run Times (How Long)

1. Keerake ketas asendisse KUI KAUA.
2. The display will show 'STATION 1'. Use + ja - to set the watering duration (1-240 minutes) for Station 1, then press SISESTA.
3. Repeat for each station (1-6).
4. To switch between Program A and B, press the PROGRAM A-B nuppu.

4.2.3 Setting Watering Days (How Often)

1. Keerake ketas asendisse KUI TIHTI.
2. Saate valida kolme valiku vahel.
• Nädalapäevad: Kasutage PAREMA NOOL button to move to the desired day, then press SISESTA to select/deselect.
• Intervallid: Kasutage + ja - to set the interval (e.g., every 2 days).
• Even/Odd Days: Select 'EVEN' or 'ODD' for watering on even or odd calendar days.
3. To switch between Program A and B, press the PROGRAM A-B nuppu.

4.3 Rain Delay Feature

The rain delay feature allows you to temporarily suspend your watering schedule for a set period.

1. Keerake ketas asendisse AUTO.
2. Vajutage nuppu VIHMA VIIVITUS nuppu.
3. Kasutage + ja - buttons to select a delay of 24, 48, or 72 hours.
4. The controller will automatically resume the schedule after the delay period. To cancel, press SELGE.

4.4 Water Budgeting

The water budgeting feature allows you to adjust all programmed run times by a percentage, useful for seasonal adjustments without reprogramming each station.

1. Keerake ketas asendisse EELARVE.
2. Kasutage + ja - buttons to adjust the percentage (e.g., 50% to reduce watering by half, 150% to increase by 50%).
3. The change applies to all active programs and stations.

4.5 Käsitsi kasutamine

To manually water a specific station or all stations:

1. Keerake ketas asendisse AUTO.
2. Vajutage nuppu MANUAAL nuppu.
3. Kasutage PAREMA NOOL or VASAKU NOOL buttons to select the desired station or 'ALL' for all stations.
4. Vajutage SISESTA.
5. Kasutage + ja - to set the manual run time.
6. Vajutage SISESTA käsitsi kastmise alustamiseks.
7. Manuaalse kastmise peatamiseks vajutage SELGE.

4.6 Turning Off the Controller

To stop all automatic watering, turn the dial to VÄLJAS. The controller will retain its programming.

5. Hooldus

• Keep the controller clean and free from dust and debris. Use a soft, dry cloth for cleaning.
• Ensure the controller is not exposed to moisture or direct water spray.
• Kontrollige regulaarselt juhtmeühendusi, et need oleksid kindlalt paigas.
• During winter months in cold climates, it is recommended to disconnect the controller and store it indoors to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.

6. Veaotsing

7. Tehnilised andmed

8. Garantii ja tugi

For specific warranty information and detailed support, please refer to the official Orbit website or contact Orbit customer service directly. Keep your purchase receipt as proof of purchase for any warranty claims.

Orbit is a leading provider of watering solutions, committed to delivering quality products and customer satisfaction.

You can visit the official Orbit store for more information and product support: Orbit Store Amazonis