Frequently Asked Questions

1. WHY DOES MY SYSTEM CONTINUE TO CYCLE THROUGH OVER AND OVER?
   You may have too many start times entered. Only one start time is needed to run a program. See section titled “Start Times.”
   
   
2. DO I NEED A START TIME FOR EVERY STATION?
   No! You only need one start time per program. The program runs sequentially, so the proceeding station will automatically start when the previous station is finished, no need for additional start times. Multiple start times are utilized when you desire to water an entire program more that once in a 24-hour period.
   
   
3. WHY ARE THERE THREE DIFFERENT PROGRAMS (A, B, AND C)?
   These three programs exist for a variety of reasons. Since customers needs vary from each location, it is important to make sure that even the largest landscapes can be properly irrigated. Most consumers can fulfill their needs with a single program and a single start time, but others who have a variety of different plant life may need more than one program and several start times. See the section “Programming Fundamentals” for more information.
   
   
4. WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES BETWEEN PROGRAMS A, B AND C?
   They all have the same features and functions. Three programs give you the option to have several different types of plants watered at different days and times. See “Programming Fundamentals” for more information.
   
   
5. WHY IS THE ON DAY 1 EVERY TIME I TURN THE DIAL TO “WATER DAYS”?
   The always flashes on day 1 when you turn the dial to this position. When finished setting the days you want, turn the dial to any position. When you go back to WATER DAYS you will see the lit over the days you have chosen.
   
   
6. AN INDIVIDUAL STATION WON’T SHUT OFF. WHAT DO I DO?
   When one particular station is stuck on, you want to shut off the controller by turning the dial to the off position. If the station is still running, you will need to shut off the main water supply to the sprinkler system. Most likely there is a valve stuck open, caused by debris in the valve. A loose solenoid or loose valve cap may also be the problem. Check these connections or call your contractor for assistance.