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Simple To Set Timer (SST)

Setup & Operation Instructions

English

Symbols



NOTE: Alerts user to important operating func-

tionality or installation instructions.

c

WARNING: Alerts user to the presence of elec-

tricity which may pose a risk of shock or other

hazard.

g

DIAL: Indicates user is required to turn the timer

dial to the appropriate position.

For help setting up or operating the SST timer, please

call Rain Bird toll-free Technical Support at:

1-800- RAIN BIRD (800-724-6247)

or visit www.rainbird.com

Normal Operation ...............................................7

Not Watering ..................................................................7

Watering Now ................................................................7

Rain Delay ........................................................................7

Seasonal Adjust .............................................................7

Error Detected................................................................7

Manual Operation.......................................7

Water All Zones ...................................................7

Water One Zone ..................................................7

Troubleshooting .........................................8

Watering Issues ...................................................8

Electrical Issues ...................................................8

Installation .................................................2

Tools and Supplies Needed ................................2

Step 1. Mount Timer ...........................................2

Step 2. Connect Power ........................................2

Indoor Timer ...................................................................2

Outdoor Timer ...............................................................2

Step 3. Connect Valve Wires To Timer ................ 3

Valve Connections ........................................................ 3

Timer Connections .......................................................3

Step 4. Verify System Operation ........................4

Battery Pull Tab ..............................................................4

Apply Power ...................................................................4

Test Watering ..................................................................4

Optional Accessories ..........................................4

Rain Sensor .....................................................................4

Master Valve or Pump Start Relay ........................... 5

Controls and Indicators ...............................5

Setting the Timer ........................................6

Step 1. Set Clock..................................................6

Step 2. Set Date ...................................................6

Step 3. Schedule Watering .................................6

Set Start Time and Run Time ..................................... 6

Select Watering Days ................................................... 6

Select Watering Times Per Day.................................6

Optional Features ...............................................6

Multiple Start Times ..................................................... 6

Seasonal Adjust .............................................................6

Rain Delay ........................................................................6

Summary of content (8 pages)

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Rain+Birdt Simple To Set Timer (SST) Setup & Operation Instructions English Installation..................................................2 Tools and Supplies Needed.................................2 Step 1. Mount Timer............................................2 Step 2. Connect Power.........................................2 Indoor Timer....................................................................2 Outdoor Timer................................................................2 Step 3.
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Installation Step 2. Connect Power Tools and Supplies Needed WARNING: DO NOT plug in or apply power to the timer cc until you have completed and checked all wiring connec- • Phillips screwdriver • Wire stripper tions. • Hammer • Valve wire: direct burial, color coded multi-strand (not included) • 18 gauge for runs less than 800 feet. • 14 gauge for runs greater than 800 feet.
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Unscrew the wire-nuts from the three wires connecting the power cord to the timer. Remove the metal bracket holding the power cord to the back of the wiring compartment and pull the cord out through the bottom of the cabinet. Route the three wires from an external power source into the wiring compartment. Using the wire-nuts, connect the external power wires to the internal connection wires inside the wiring compartment.
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Step 4. Verify System Operation Optional Accessories Battery Pull Tab Rain Sensor To activate the internal battery, grasp the yellow pull-tab on the side of the timer and pull it out. Apply Power Connect an optional Rain Sensor to the Timer Remove the wiring bay cover at the bottom of the unit. Remove the yellow jumper wire from the terminals marked RAIN SENSOR on the terminal block. Indoor Model Plug the transformer into a wall outlet.
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Master Valve or Pump Start Relay Connect an optional master valve or pump start relay Additional instructions for connecting a pump start relay To avoid possible pump damage, connect a short jumper wire from any unused zone terminal(s) to the nearest zone terminal in use. SST timers support the use of a master valve or pump start relay. A pump start relay connects to the timer the same way as a master valve, but connects differently at the water source.
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Setting the Timer Set Start Time and Run Time "" "" Press the Left UP/DOWN arrow keys to set the Start Time. Important! Always return the dial to AUTO RUN when programming is completed. The timer will not run automatically unless the dial is set to AUTO RUN. Press the Right UP/DOWN arrow keys to set the Run Time (duration). Run Time Turn the dial to the SET CLOCK gg position. "" Time Select Watering Days "" Press the pink WATERING DAYS buttons to select which days to water.
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Normal Operation Manual Operation While set to AUTO RUN, one of the following screens will be displayed: Choose from two Manual Watering options: Not Watering Screen displays the current time, the zone that is scheduled to be watered next, and the date and time when watering will occur. Next Run Time Water All Zones Turn the dial to AUTO RUN. gg "" Press the green WATER ALL NOW button to start watering.
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Troubleshooting Watering Issues Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Automatic and manual cycles do not begin watering. Water source not supplying water. Verify the main water and all supply lines are open and operating properly. Wires not properly connected. Verify field wires are connected properly including the timer, master valve (or pump start relay) and any spliced connections. Wires damaged or corroded. Check field wiring for damage and replace if necessary.