Orbit 57899 9-Station Outdoor Swing Panel Sprinkler System Timer - Use Manual - Use Guide PDF.
Documents: Go to download!
User Manual
- Owner's manual - (English, Spanish)
Specification
- Spec Sheet (web) - (English)
- SELECT LOCATION
- MOUNT TIMER
- CONNECT SPRINKLER VALVES TO TIMER WIRES
- CONNECT VALVE WIRE TO TERMINAL
- CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL POWER
- ACTIVATE BATTERY
- PROGRAM TIMER
- ADDITIONAL FEATURES
Table of contents
Orbit TIMER QUICK START GUIDE
REQUIRED TOOLS:
Phillips Screwdriver
Wire Strippers
Note: The quick start guide is intended to help you get up and running with your new timer. It includes basic installation and programming help. For more detailed and advanced instruction, please download the full manual “Outdoor Swing Panel Timer”
SELECT LOCATION
Clean, dry, and out of direct sunlight
Allow 9 inch clearance for the swing door
OR
For detailed instructions on outdoor wiring, please download the full manual “Outdoor Swing Panel Timer” at www.orbitonline.com
Warning: Check state and local codes. Orbit recommends using a licensed electrical contractor for outdoor wiring of timer
MOUNT TIMER
Use included mounting template express permission. to mark screw locations.
Hang timer on screw using keyhole
Screw through one of the pre-formed mounting holes.
CONNECT SPRINKLER VALVES TO TIMER WIRES
Connect one of the two wires from each valve to the common wire leading to the timer (usually white). Connect the other wire from each valve to one of the colored wires leading to the timer.
CONNECT VALVE WIRE TO TERMINAL
Do not connect to power source until after wiring valves to timer
Only connect one valve to each terminal (station)
CONNECT TO ELECTRICAL POWER
Warning: See manual for outdoor wiring instructions
ACTIVATE BATTERY
One Lithium CR2032 battery (included) is required to retain the program in memory during power loss. Annual replacement is recommended.
Remove the plastic strip to activate the pre-installed battery
Button Function:
Dial Position Function:
PROGRAM TIMER
Set Current Time (e.g. pacific, mountain standard)
Turn dial to set clock enter current time (+/-)
Set Date
- Turn dial to SET DATE to enter the Year, Month and Day.
- Use the (+/-) button to select the Year.
- Press [ENTER] to advance to Month and Day.
Set Start Time Time to begin watering
- Turn dial to START TIME position.
- Enter one start time using the (+/-) button.
- Press the [ENTER] button to save.
Note: Additional start times – Additional start times can be entered if you want your sprinklers to water the same area multiple times a day. For instructions please download the “Outdoor Swing Panel Timer” manual
Select Watering Duration Set for each station then press enter
Turn dial to run time enter the watering duration (+/- ) for each station ([ENTER] or [ARROW] to move between stations).
Set Watering Days or Interval
Turn dial to how often to select watering days ([ARROWS] to move and [ENTER] to select).
To water on Odd or Even days or to water using Intervals days, please download the full manual “Outdoor Swing Panel Timer”
ADDITIONAL FEATURES
RAIN DELAY
- Turn dial to AUTO and Press the [RAIN DELAY] button.
- Push the [+/-] to select 24, 48 or 72 hours.
- Press [ENTER] to begin.
- Press [CLEAR] to cancel the rain delay.
MANUAL WATERING
Your timer has the ability to allow you to manually water without disturbing the preset program.
To Run all stations at the pre-programed duration
- Turn the dial to AUTO.
- Press the [MANUAL] button. Display will show A B and ALL.
- Press [ENTER] (or wait a few seconds) to begin manual watering.
All stations will water consecutively for their programmed duration.
To Run a specific station for specified time
- Turn the dial to AUTO.
- Press the [MANUAL] button.
- Press the [
] buttons until desired station number appears. - Press the [+/–] to enter the desired duration.
- Press [ENTER] (or wait a few seconds) to begin manual watering.
] buttons until desired station number appears.To stop Manual Watering press [CLEAR].
Note: After the [MANUAL] button has been pushed, if a selection is not made within 5 seconds all stations and programs will begin watering using the programmed RUN TIMES. If no RUN TIMES have been set, nothing will happen and the display will return to the time of day
BACKUP BATTERY
Your timer requires a CR2032 Lithium battery to maintain your program in case of an AC power loss.
Tip: The Battery should be replaced every year, to avoid loss of programming.
Note: A battery alone will not operate the valves in your sprinkling system. The sprinkler timer transformer must be connected to an AC line voltage source.
For instructions on “Water Budgeting”, connecting the timer to a “Pump Start” relay, replacing the “Backup Battery” or for installing your timer outdoors, please download the full manual “Outdoor Swing Panel Timer”
DOWNLOAD THE ORBIT B-HYVE APP
Let the Orbit B-hyve app take the guess work out of programming your sprinkler timer. Download the “Orbit Bhyve” app. After download, the app will guide you through setting up an account and entering information about your landscape.
Weather Alerts
Weather alert notifications on your smart device offer suggestions for when to activate the rain delay feature or adjust programming.
Programming Recommendations
Using historical local weather data and information about your landscape, the B-hyve app will make monthly programming recommendations customized to your yard.
Water Audit
Conduct your own watering audit—in app watering app tool allows for up to 50% savings on water use—catch cup watering tool.
Save Water and Money
Based on historical weather data for your zip code, you will receive recommendations on how to program your timer for optimal watering throughout the season, saving water and money.
Zone Identity
Name and photograph each of your watering zones making it easy to identify each of your water areas.
*Upgrade easily to the B-hyve WiFi Sprinkler Timer and make smart watering automatic while giving you control of your sprinkler timer from anywhere in the world. The Orbit WiFi timer communicates to the B-hyve cloud and automatically adjusts your sprinkler programming throughout the watering season. B-hyve WiFi timers are EPA WaterSense certified and may be eligible for rebates in your area.
**The easy-set-logic timer is not wifi enabled. The B-hyve app offers programming set-up and adjustments you can manually enter to potentially improve your watering performance.
HELP
1-800-488-6156 or 1-801-299-5555
Before returning this sprinkler timer to the store, contact Orbit® Technical Service at: 1-800-488-6156, 1-801-299-5555.
LISTINGS
The sprinkler timer is tested to UL60730 standard & is ETL® listed.
Appropriate international models are CSA® and CE® approved.
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Disconnection : Type 1Y
Input: 120V, 60Hz, 0.2A; Output: 26V, 5OOmA
Rated impulse voltage: 2500V
Pollution degree: 2
The supply cord of this control can be replaced only by the manufacturer or his accredited service agent.
TRADEMARK NOTICE
WaterMaster® is a registered trademark of Orbit® Irrigation Products, Inc. The information in this manual is primarily intended for the user who will establish a watering schedule and enter that schedule into the sprinkler timer. This product is intended to be used as an automatic sprinkler timer for activating 24 VAC irrigation valves, as described in this manual.
WARRANTY AND STATEMENT
Orbit® Irrigation Products, Inc. warrants to its customers that its products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a period of six years from the date of purchase.
We will replace, free of charge, the defective part or parts found to be defective under normal use and service for a period of up to six years after purchase (proof of purchase required).
We reserve the right to inspect the defective part prior to replacement.
Orbit® Irrigation Products, Inc. will not be responsible for consequential or incidental cost or damage caused by the product failure. Orbit® liability under this warranty is limited solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts.
To exercise your warranty, return the unit to your dealer with a copy of the sales receipt.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
Warning: Changes or modifications to this unit not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Caution: This appliance is not intended for use by young children or infirm persons without supervision. Young children should be supervised to ensure that they do not play with the appliance.
See other models: 58308Z 62061Z 21004 57896 57894
