FAQ
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1. Can I use the WeatherSmart
™
and WeatherSmartPRO
™
for both drip and sprinkler systems?
Yes. Independent durations and multiple watering cycles allow you to program for drip and sprinkler
irrigation systems.
2. Can I use my existing wires to my valves?
Yes. The timer is compatible with commonly used landscape irrigation systems.
3. Can I install the timer outdoors?
Yes … the timer must be installed in a weather resistant enclosure.
4. How many valves can be controlled by one zone output terminal?
Only one valve can be controlled per zone output terminal. Damage to the timer may occur if more
than one valve is connected to a zone terminal.
5. What if my zip code is new or not recognized by the timer?
Use a nearby neighboring zip code.
6. How do I know what duration to program into the timer?
Set your watering durations for the hottest part of the year. If replacing a standard timer, use the
durations from the watering program of your previous timer. Consult a landscape professional for
detailed advice on your specific landscape needs.
7. Why do I need more than one cycle or start time per day?
If your landscape soil is not easily penetrated by moisture or the landscape is sloped it can be
beneficial to run multiple short watering cycles to minimize run-off and to allow time for water
to be absorbed by the soil.
8. Will my timer stop watering when it rains?
Yes. The WeatherSmartPRO
™
with weather station will automatically shutdown when it rains.
The WeatherSmart
™
timer will not stop watering unless an optional rain switch is installed.
The timer accepts most major brands of rain switches (see page 26).
9. What if it's raining and I don't have a rain switch?
The SKIP function can be used to interrupt all programmed watering schedules for up to 99 hours.
When the SKIP function ends, the timer will return to the previously set operating mode (ON or OFF).
10. Why does my landscape appear to be dry?
Your watering duration may need to be adjusted if dryness is frequently observed. If necessary,
the timer is equipped with a Water Now feature for manual watering and to test drip and sprinkler
system performance.
11. Do the valves operate when the timer is undocked?
No. The timer cannot operate valves when it is undocked. Watering will not occur.
Troubleshooting
watch the video at raindrip.com/smart
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Problem
Possible Cause
Solution
No backlight;
display is blank
a) No power to timer
Check power wires and circuit breakers,
check / fully dock timer, or check batteries
No backlight;
display is working
a) Backlight or display
is in sleep mode
Normal operation (see page 27)
Timer beeps once
every 15 seconds
(see page 27)
a) LOW BATTERY
indicator is on
Replace batteries
b) ERROR CHECK VALVE
WIRES indicator is on
Note zone on display; Check / Repair
shorted wires or faulty valve solenoid
c) ERROR CHECK SENSOR
indicator is on
(WeatherSmartPRO)
Check for obstructions between weather station &
timer; move weather station closer to timer to test
operation (allow up to 15 min.); or replace batteries
No watering
occurs when timer
shows watering
a) Timer is not fully docked
Check / Fully dock timer
b) Faulty wiring, solenoid,
or valve
Check / Repair open wire,
faulty solenoid, or faulty valve
c) Water supply
may be shut off
Check water supply line has pressure
Timer does not
water as
scheduled
a) AUTO RUN is OFF
or in SKIP MODE
Set AUTO RUN to ON
b) Current date, time, zip code, or
watering days option incorrect
Check / Set settings (see pages 11 – 12)
c) WATERING SCHEDULE not
programmed correctly
Verify watering schedule program
(see pages 15 – 18)
d) Smart technology adjusted
the watering duration to zero
Normal Smart operation.
Verify watering schedule program
e) SHUTDOWN RAIN DETECTED
indicator is on
Check rain switch jumper wire or rain
switch (see page 26); Check / Adjust rain
shutdown (WeatherSmartPRO - page 13)
f) SHUTDOWN LOW
TEMPERATURE indicator is on
(WeatherSmartPRO)
Normal if temperature is less than 40°F
