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3/31/23, 9:48 AM

Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ

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Considering the Rachio Smart Hose Timer? These

FAQs will help answer any pre-purchase questions

you may have.

Please note: This presale product is expected to ship in mid-April 2023.

Hardware & Installation FAQ

Software FAQ

Calendar, Events, and Weather FAQ

Summary of content (6 pages)

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3/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ Considering the Rachio Smart Hose Timer? These FAQs will help answer any pre-purchase questions you may have. Please note: This presale product is expected to ship in mid-April 2023. Hardware & Installation FAQ Software FAQ Calendar, Events, and Weather FAQ https://support.rachio.com/en_us/smart-hose-timer-faq-HyFda8Q5i?_ga=2.50761001.1824561636.1680060853-2001500759.
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3/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ Hardware & Installation FAQ How do I install this device? There are two components that need to be installed: 1. WiFi Hub: Plug into an outlet within range of your WiFi access point. 2. Valve: Connects to an outdoor spigot ¾” MHT (Male Hose Thread) and then connects to a hose with a ¾” FHT (Female Hose Thread). How big is the Smart Hose Timer valve? The valve measures 3" D x 1 ⅞” W x 6 ½" H.
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/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ Does it come with batteries? The two AA batteries needed to power the valve are not included in the box. Is there a distance limit? The valve should connect to the WiFi hub up to 200ft away with no obstructions between the valve and the hub. What size fitting is needed to connect a hose to the valve? The Rachio Smart Hose Timer is compatible with 3/4" Hose fittings (3/4" MHT - Male Hose Thread and 3/4" FHT - Female Hose Thread) on both sides of the device.
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3/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ Can I choose when it waters? Yes. With Rachio’s Programs you can set the day and time that the valve opens and the duration that the valve remains open before closing. What are my program options? There are multiple ways to set up a Program: The first is ‘By day of week’. You select the days (Sunday-Saturday) that you want the valve to run. After selecting the days, you can program the start time and duration. A Program can have multiple start times.
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3/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ Yes! You can run the valve manually using the button located on the front of the valve. The manual run duration is set to the default duration, which you can configure in the app. Can you set certain days to water? We have watering restrictions. We can only water on Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday. Will this timer do those days? Yes. You can set a Program to water on any day (days) of the week and the watering days can be edited at any time.
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3/31/23, 9:48 AM Rachio Smart Hose Timer FAQ You will have the option to use a single weather station or our Weather Intelligence Network, whichever you prefer. Can I see how weather affects my programmed run? You will not only be able to see if a past run was affected by Weather Intelligence, but you will also see if upcoming runs will be affected - up to 14 days! Keep in mind that weather forecasts are subject to change.