Wireless Rainsensor Operation; Normal Operation; Smart Bypass; Power Down - Irritrol RainSensor RS1000-I Guia Del Usuario

Wireless RainSensor with Freeze Sensor (model RFS1000-I)
When installing the Wireless RainSensor with Freeze Sensor, please follow the instal-
lation instructions for the basic Wireless RainSensor with the following additional con-
siderations:
Install the Sensor/Transmitter as close to the controller and Receiver as possible.
Although the Wireless RainSensor with Freeze Sensor has a maximum range of 90 m,
it is highly recommended that the units be installed no greater than 30 m apart. Install
the unit in the coolest location of the controlled area, out of direct sunlight.
Important: Avoid installation of the Sensor/Transmitter near a large heat storing
object or heat producing device such as a dryer vent or chimney.
Note: The installation and operation of a freeze sensor should be used in conjunction
with frequent visual checks of your sprinkler system. While freeze sensors are
designed to prevent inadvertent watering during near or below freezing conditions,
there are instances in which manual intervention is required. Air temperatures may be
above freezing while ground and vegetation temperatures remain below freezing.
Operation of your sprinkler system during these conditions may cause icing. Very rapid
air temperature changes may also result in inadvertent watering, should the timing of
sprinkling coincide with rapid temperature changes.
The Sensor/Transmitter should be inspected for damage and manually tested regularly
to ensure proper operation.
CAUTION: Visual checks and prudent manual watering suspension must be
used in conjunction with any freeze sensor.
A freeze sensor should only be relied upon as an aid along with good watering
practices including frequent visual checks. This device is not intended for
farm/crop protection.

Wireless RainSensor Operation

Normal Operation

When the Wireless RainSensor activates due to sufficient rainfall or freezing tempera-
tures (model RFS1000-I only), the Sensor Status Indicator
the Receiver. After the rain sensor dries out, the controller will resume its normal water-
ing schedule and the indicator will turn off. The amount of rain required to activate the
sensor can be set using the cap adjustment on the Sensor/Transmitter. Dry-out rates
for the rain sensor vary dependent on ambient conditions such as temperature, sun
exposure, humidity and wind – the same conditions your soil experiences.

Smart Bypass

Your Wireless RainSensor can be temporarily deactivated by using the built-in Smart
Bypass button . Press the button once and the Sensor Status Indicator
until the next time the Wireless RainSensor resets (dries out) - all automatically.
Pressing the button again resumes the active state.

Power Down

In order to turn the Receiver OFF entirely, press and hold the Smart Bypass button
until the Sensor Status Indicator
the button and confirm the Power Indicator
press the Smart Bypass button
begins blinking rapidly (5–7 seconds). Release
goes out and blinks periodically. Simply
once to turn the unit back on.
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will remain illuminated on
will blink