How many sprinklers can be used per zone or valve?
How many sprinklers can be used per zone or valve?
How many sprinklers can be used per zone or valve?
(DISCONTINUED) Incorporating E Class technology for field-proven reliability, the Ec Series irrigation controller offers preset watering schedule options, including one for the establishment of a new lawn. The sleek compact design with...
Irrigation Scheduling - Use "ET" to Save Water How long or how often should I water? Who, or what, is ET? Anyone responsible for keeping landscape healthy and green may want answers to these questions. Today’s irrigation systems use a controller, which is an automatic timer that regulates when and for how long your sprinklers run, depending on the watering schedule you enter. An automatic controller, set properly, is much more efficient than operating sprinklers manually. A program is a set of instructions that tells the controller exactly when to run the sprinklers. It consists of Watering Days, Start Times...
Why does my Rain Bird ESP-Me sprinkler timer run through all my stations, stop and then start watering all over again? A common reason why a program is repeating is that you have a second start time set. The start times control the exact time your ESP-Me timer will begin to water and they also control how many times a day your timer will water. The ESP-Me allows you to set up to 6 start times per program. To correct this please follow the steps below: Step 1 If your sprinklers are running now, then first turn the dial to...
Programming Irrigation Controllers What's the number one reason for customer complaints and callbacks? If you're like most irrigation contractors, an improperly programmed controller is the typical answer. Today's irrigation controllers offer a variety of features and program options. As much as these modern marvels help improve the flexibility of an irrigation system, they do increase its complexity and, sometimes, the frustration you'll experience servicing it. The following tips will help give you a basic understanding of how a controller works, how to program it and what some of the more complex features might be. Basic Programming Techniques The controller energizes...
How can I clear all the programming and reset my Rain Bird ESP-Me sprinkler timer back to the factory default settings? If you are unsure about the programming settings or are experiencing erratic behavior that might have been caused by lightning or a power surge, you may want to clear all the programming and restore your ESP-Me sprinkler timer back to the factory default settings. The following steps will show you how. Warning: before attempting this, remember that all of your program settings will be completely cleared. The current date and time will not be affected. Step 1 Turn the...
(DISCONTINUED) The complete irrigation system manager for up to 9 valves (watering stations), the ISM timer is remarkably easy to program while offering advanced features for precise watering control. Common schedules can be programmed with one-touch...
(DISCONTINUED) Programming steps are clear and logical. An alphanumeric liquid display guides the way with helpful word prompts, visible even in bright sunlight. Plus, the ESP is loaded with water saving features simply not found on competitively...
Multimeter Operation Multimeters A multimeter is an inexpensive piece of test equipment that is capable of measuring AC volts, DC volts, and resistance. By learning how to use this equipment, it is possible to troubleshoot controllers, solenoids, field wiring, and to verify AC and DC voltage levels. Electrical Terms AC volts (VAC) - Alternating Current, this is household voltage. Most irrigation solenoids operate on AC voltage. Rain Bird voltage specifications are 117 VAC ± 10% (105 - 129) volts. DC volts (VDC) - Direct Current, the normal source is a battery. DC voltage is polarized, meaning that there is a...
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Dealing with Slope Irrigation Meeting plant requirements and managing irrigation systems can be a difficult task under normal circumstances. When slope plantings are involved, applying water efficiently and effectively can be extremely challenging. Too little water and plants won't grow, too much water and you've got other problems. Several tactics can be utilized to help you deal with these ups and downs. Following are ten design and product application tips for effective slope irrigation. Tip #1: To reduce run-off, select an irrigation timer that controls your water applications. Choose an irrigation timer with at least four start times per program...
Teaching Curriculum Explorations Into Water What is it? Rain Bird’s Explorations Into Water Teaching Curriculum is an educational tool providing teachers and parents with specific lesson plans and related course work geared to students in grades 3-6. It can be downloaded by clicking on the link to the right. What is its purpose? Rain Bird and Dr. Stefanie Saccoman at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) designed the program to motivate students to think about the part each person plays – and the actions they can take in using and conserving water. The curriculum gives students the opportunity...
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The Rain Bird GSP Board Exchange Program Fast, easy, and dependable!
Drip Irrigation / Xerigation® Rain Bird Xerigation/Landscape Drip products are made especially for low-volume irrigation systems. By delivering water at or near the plants’ root zones, Rain Bird Xerigation® products offer targeted watering with greater efficiency for healthier plants and outstanding water savings. With over 150 products, Rain Bird has the broadest drip irrigation product line in the industry to meet any site requirements. Browse Rain Bird's Drip Irrigation Products:
AZUSA, Calif. (Feb. 12, 2018) – Rain Bird’s LFX Low Flow Sprinklers are designed to provide growers with operational flexibility and unmatched watering efficiency. Now, the company is adding another model to the LFX line-up. The new LFX600 offers a...
Maxicom Central Control Systems are designed for multi-site commercial or industrial irrigation applications. Hundreds of sites and weather sources can be controlled and monitored from one location through telephone, radio, cellular telephone, direct...
SiteControl is an easy to use, interactive central control system for single contiguous site applications. It allows the user you to control the sites irrigation system with more precision than ever before. SiteControl can interface with Satellite...
The WS-PRO2 Weather Station collects and stores weather data from field locations. This information is retrieved by the Central Controller daily, allowing SiteControl, IQ v3.0, and Maxicom² ® to adjust station run time and/or schedule day cycle...
Rain Bird Field Decoders provide easy, cost-effective installation and expansion for SiteControl Decoder or ESP-LXD Decoder Central Control Systems. Decoders are installed out of sight to help protect them from the elements and vandalism.Select...
TUCSON, AZ (April 8, 2019) – Rain Bird has updated its ESP-Me controller with a new look and improved functionality. The new model, the ESP-ME3, builds upon the ESP-Me’s most popular features and enhances its versatility in both residential and light...
With cost-effective flow-sensing technology from Rain Bird, you can help homeowners avoid small leaks and big issues—building more trust and a stronger reputation for your business. And it all starts with our MJ100B Flow Sensor. This durable product...
Rain Bird’s G-Series Vertical Hydraulic Suction Scanning Screen Filter provides cost-effective, worry-free medium-flow filtered water to protect all types of irrigation system components. Powered by source line water pressure, the filter’s...