ACC

Hunter’s Flagship Controller Can Stand Up to Any Commercial Job

The ACC brings the versatile features of modularity to the most advanced large-scale commercial controller in the Hunter line. The adaptable design not only allows configuration to the number of stations you desire, it also makes it easy to upgrade to two-way communication with a Hunter Central Control System. What truly sets the ACC apart is its sheer power. Intelligent overlap settings and its powerful transformer allow ACC to run up to 6 programs simultaneously, packing the most watering into the shortest water window. Real time flow monitoring allows the controller to dynamically respond to overflow conditions by station, and track system water use. The ACC boasts a total of 6 independent and 4 custom programs and the ability to assist the water manager in conforming to “watering windows.” Plus, the ACC’s large backlit LCD display offers the user a convenient means to personalize on-screen station and program names. ACC also has built-in support for the water-saving Solar Sync sensor.

Product Tabs

Features

Number of stations: 12 to 42
Type: Modular
Enclosure: Outdoor
Independent programs: 6
Start times per program: 10
Max. station run time: 6 hrs
Warranty period: 5 years

Real Time Flow Monitoring [1]

This feature permits connection of a flow meter to recognize high or low flow conditions and react automatically to alarms. The controller learns typical flows for each zone of irrigation and then monitors performance during automatic irrigation. When incorrect flows are detected, the controller can identify the faulty station and shut it down. Used with a normally-closed Master Valve. Alarm parameters are user-programmable. Flow totals are also recorded in controller memory to report system water usage.

Easy Retrieve™ Memory [2]

A manual back-up utility that stores complete controller scheduling and setup information in back-up memory. This allows the saved watering schedule to be restored at any time. This can be used to set a controller back to its initial settings after tampering or at the beginning of a new season.

One touch manual start and advance [3]

Allows the user to manually start/test any station by simply pressing and holding the right arrow button, and then adding a run time to the appropriate station.

Programmable rain delay [4]

The Programmable Rain Delay feature incorporates a user specified number of days to keep the controller in the OFF mode, then allows for the system to automatically revert back to scheduled irrigation. This will prevent watering during an extended period of inclement weather, but will resume watering automatically without requiring a return visit to the controller. The controller displays the number of days remaining before watering resumes.

Non-volatile memory [5]

This feature offers protection against unreliable power, retaining current time, date, and program data.

Automatic Short Circuit Protection [6]

Automatic short circuit protection is a feature found in all Hunter AC powered controllers. This feature automatically detects electrical faults, which are typically caused by wiring issues. Stations that have shorts detected are skipped, allowing watering to continue for those stations where faults are not detected. There are no fuses to blow or internal circuit breakers to trip that can result in completely disabling irrigation.

Seasonal Adjustment: Global, Monthly and Solar Sync for ACC [7]

This feature allows for quick adjustments to irrigation run times through a percentage scale. During peak season, set the seasonal adjust to 100%. If weather conditions require less water, enter the appropriate percentage value (i.e. 50%) to cut down irrigation run times without the need to adjust each station in the program. The ACC offers three different ways to use Seasonal Adjustment to reduce water usage:

Global: Provides a seasonal adjustment value to all selected programs.

By Program: Each program may be assigned a different fixed Seasonal Adjustment value, if necessary.

Solar Sync: When connected to the ACC, the Solar Sync ET sensor implements an automatic daily adjustment based on measured local weather.

Delay Between Stations for I-Core and ACC [8]

A delay in watering between individual stations as the controller moves from one to the next. The delay may range from a few seconds, to permit slow-closing valves time to shut down, or much longer to allow pressure tanks, etc., to refill or recharge. In ACC and I-Core, Delay Between Stations may be set by individual program.

Sensor Programmability for ACC [9]

Each of the ACC's 4 Clik sensor inputs can be configured to shut down any of the 6 automatic programs in Suspended or Paused modes, offering a variety of sensor response options for different conditions.

Cycle and Soak [10]

Water-saving feature that allows the operator to specify a maximum run time for each single station, followed by a minimum soak time, to prevent runoff from slopes or saturated soil. The operator can enter any run time, and the controller will automatically divide it into cycles to allow the water to be absorbed during the soak periods. The feature is adjustable by individual station for unique soil and site conditions.

No Water Window [11]

User-specified periods of time during which the controller will not allow automatic irrigation. No Water Window can be used to comply with local watering restrictions or to prevent conflicts with pedestrian traffic. This setting does not affect manual watering options for local maintenance.

Solar Sync Delay [12]

Solar Sync Delay allows the installer to specify a number of days before automatic weather adjustment from the Solar Sync sensor begins, as well as a global percentage to use during the delay period. This allows a period of non-adjusted irrigation for grow-in or plant establishment purposes, without requiring a return visit to the site to enable the Solar Sync water saving feature.

Simultaneous Station Groups [13]

The ability to group stations into larger irrigation units that run together within automatic programs. This permits consolidation of large systems into fewer items to program and can be used to control system flow in high capacity installations.

Total Run Time Calculator [14]

This feature adds up all run times, and calculates the total duration of a program or to instantly display the full length of an irrigation cucle. This information can be used to determine the time of day at which watering will end.

Models

ACC Model Chart

Metal Enclosures
(gray or stainless)

Metal Pedestals
(gray or stainless)

Plastic Pedestal

CONTROLLER MODELS	DESCRIPTION
ACC-1200	12-Station base unit controller, expands to 42 stations, metal cabinet
ACC-1200-SS	12-Station base unit controller, expands to 42 stations, stainless wall mount
ACC-1200-PP	ACC-1200-SS 12-station base unit controller, stainless steel cabinet
ACC-PED	Metal pedestal, gray powder-coated, for use with I-Core and ACC metal controllers
PED-SS	Stainless steel pedestal for use with I-Core and ACC stainless controllers

STATION EXPANSION MODULES	DESCRIPTION
ACM-600	6-Station plug-in module for use with the ACC-1200 series controllers
AGM-600	6-Station plug-in module for use with the ACC-1200 series controllers (extreme service lightning protection version)

Advanced AC Powered Controller Comparison Chart

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	I-Core [17]	Dual [18]	ACC [19]	ACC Decoder [20]
QUICK SPECS
Number of Stations	6 to 42	1 to 48	12 to 42	1 to 99
Number of Programs	4	4	6	6
Valve Wire Options	Conventional	Two-wire	Conventional	Two-wire
Start Times Per Program	8	8	10	10
Max Number of Simultaneous Programs	2	2	6	6
Type*	Modular	Modular	Modular	Modular
FEATURES
Enclosure Type	Plastic Outdoor Metal Outdoor Stainless Outdoor Plastic Pedestal Stainless Pedestal	Plastic Outdoor Metal Outdoor Stainless Outdoor Plastic Pedestal Stainless Pedestal	Metal Outdoor Stainless Outdoor Plastic Pedestal Stainless Pedestal	Metal Outdoor Stainless Outdoor Plastic Pedestal Stainless Pedestal
Transformer Type	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor	Outdoor
Central Control Compatible	Yes (Fall '13)	Yes (Fall '13)	Yes	Yes
Remote Control Compatible	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Flow Monitoring	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Solar Sync ET Sensor Compatible	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Number of Sensor Inputs	2 (Plastic Models) 3 (Metal & Ped models)	2 (Plastic Models) 3 (Metal & Ped models)	4 + dedicated Flow input	4 + dedicated Flow input
Max Station Run Time (Hrs)	12 hr	12 hr	6 hr	6 hr
Pump/Master Valve output	1	1	2	2
Warranty	5 Years	5 Years	5 Years	5 Years
APPLICATION
Residential
Light Commercial
Commercial
* Fixed or modular indicates the controllers ability to expand the number of stations from a base count.

Specifications

Electrical Specifications

Transformer input: 120/240 VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max AC Current Draw: 120 VAC, 2 Amps; 230 VAC, 1 Amp (max computed with all programs running and optional accessories installed)
Transformer output (24 VAC): 4.0 A
Dual voltage transformer (120/240 VAC)
Station output (24 VAC): 0.56 A
P/MV output (24 VAC): 0.32 A
Pump/master valve: 2, normally closed
Sensor inputs: 4 + Flow
Operating temperature: 0º F to 140º F

Approvals

CE, UL, C-UL, C-tick, FCC
Plastic pedestal: IP-24
Metal: IP-56

All Stainless Steel (SS) Models

American-made Type 304 Stainless Steel 0.057" gauge steel
Passivated for corrosion resistance

ACC Dimensions Chart

	Metal Enclosures (gray or stainless)	Metal Pedestals (gray or stainless)	Plastic Pedestal
Height	12 3/8"	37"	38 3/8"
Width	15 1/2"	15 1/2"	21 9/16"
Depth	6 1/4"	5"	15 7/8"

Metal Enclosures
(gray or stainless)

Metal Pedestals
(gray or stainless)

Plastic Pedestal

Height

12 3/8"

37"

38 3/8"

Width

15 1/2"

21 9/16"

Depth

6 1/4"

15 7/8"

Resources

Literature

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FAQs, Installation Procedures	What is the maximum distance I can run wire between the controller and the valves? >> Read More [63]	3.5
Installation Procedures	Metal Pedestal Installation >> Read More [64]	5
FAQs, Video	How do I reset my Hunter controller? >> Read More [65]	4.15
Adjustment, Installation Procedures, Troubleshooting	How can I obtain an owner's manual for my Hunter controller? >> Read More [66]	1
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