Orbit Easy Dial 6-Station Indoor Sprinkler Controller

1. Fampidirana

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.

Lafin-javatra fototra:

• Flexible Watering Options: Set water duration for each station between 1-240 minutes.
• Efficient Watering Schedule: Up to 8 start times per day to reduce water runoff.
• Rain Delay Feature: Pause watering for 24, 48, or 72 hours.
• Water Budgeting: Adjust run times based on seasonal changes.
• Dual Watering Programs: Independent programs for customized intervals, days of the week, or even/odd watering days.

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

2. Information momba ny fiarovana

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

• This controller is designed for fampiasana anatiny ihany. Do not install outdoors or in areas exposed to water.
• Hamarino tsara fa tapaka ny herinaratra alohan'ny hanaovana tariby na fikojakojana.
• All electrical connections should be made in accordance with local electrical codes.
• Aza manandrana manamboatra ilay fitaovana samirery. Ampahafantaro ny mpiasa mahafeno fepetra ny asa rehetra.

3. Fametrahana sy fametrahana

3.1 Fametrahana ny Controller

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

1. Mark the desired mounting location on the wall.
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.

Sary 3.1: Eksample of the controller mounted on a wall in an indoor setting.

3.2 Fametrahana ny tariby ao amin'ny Controller

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. Zone Wires (1-6): Connect each individual zone wire from your sprinkler valves to the corresponding numbered terminals (1 through 6) on the controller.
3. Rain Sensor (Optional): 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. Fampifandraisana herinaratra: Plug the included 24V AC transformer into the '24VAC' terminals on the controller. Then, plug the transformer into a standard 120V AC electrical outlet.

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

4. Torolàlana miasa

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

Figure 4.1: Control panel overview, highlighting the LCD display, directional buttons, and function dial.

4.1 Setting Current Time and Date

1. Avereno amin'ny DATY/FOTOANA.
2. Ampiasao ny + SY - buttons to set the current year, then press Ampidiro.
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. Avereno amin'ny FOTOANA MANOMBOKA.
2. The display will show '1'. Use + SY - to set the first start time, then press Ampidiro.
3. Continue setting up to 8 start times for the current program. To skip a start time, press Ampidiro without setting a time.
4. To switch between Program A and B, press the PROGRAM A-B bokotra.

4.2.2 Setting Run Times (How Long)

1. Avereno amin'ny HAFIRIANA.
2. The display will show 'STATION 1'. Use + SY - to set the watering duration (1-240 minutes) for Station 1, then press Ampidiro.
3. Repeat for each station (1-6).
4. To switch between Program A and B, press the PROGRAM A-B bokotra.

4.2.3 Setting Watering Days (How Often)

1. Avereno amin'ny IMPIRY.
2. Afaka misafidy amin'ny safidy telo ianao:
• Days of the Week: Ampiasao ny ZIPY AZY button to move to the desired day, then press Ampidiro to select/deselect.
• Elanelam-potoana: Ampiasao + SY - 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 bokotra.

4.3 Rain Delay Feature

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

1. Avereno amin'ny fiara.
2. Tsindrio ny FATAO ORANA bokotra.
3. Ampiasao ny + SY - 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 MAZAVA.

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. Avereno amin'ny BUDGET.
2. Ampiasao ny + SY - 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 Fampandehanana tanana

To manually water a specific station or all stations:

1. Avereno amin'ny fiara.
2. Tsindrio ny BOKY bokotra.
3. Ampiasao ny ZIPY AZY or zana-tsipìka havia buttons to select the desired station or 'ALL' for all stations.
4. mpanao gazety Ampidiro.
5. Ampiasao + SY - to set the manual run time.
6. mpanao gazety Ampidiro manomboka manondraka tanana.
7. To stop manual watering, press MAZAVA.

4.6 Turning Off the Controller

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

5. Fikojakojana

• 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.
• Hamarino tsy tapaka ny fifandraisan'ny tariby mba hahazoana antoka fa voaro tsara izy ireo.
• During winter months in cold climates, it is recommended to disconnect the controller and store it indoors to prevent damage from freezing temperatures.

6. Famahana olana

7. Famaritana

8. Warranty sy fanohanana

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.

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