TIS3348A 4/23/07 3:12 PM Page i User’s Guide Intelli-Sense Professional Controllers 12-, 24-, 36-, and 48-Station Models TIS-PRO
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Table of Contents Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Chapter 1 - Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Controller Hardware Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Control Module Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Chapter 2 - Controller Setup. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Adjust Display Contrast . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Set Controller Date and Time . . . . . . . .
Chapter 4 (continued) Select Soil Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select Plant Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set Root Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Set Microclimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select Slope Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Select Sprinkler Location. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Using the Reports Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Weekly Stations Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Monthly Station Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 Flow Report . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Using the Rain Pause Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Using the Maintenance Timeout Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Introduction Congratulations on selectingToro, the proven leader in smart irrigation. Twenty public agency studies and thousands of customers make it clear— the Toro Intelli-Sense Commercial controllers with WeatherTRAK technology are #1 in saving water, protecting landscapes, reducing runoff, and satisfying customers.
TIS3348A 4/23/07 3:12 PM Page 2 How the ET Everywhere Service Works 1 2 3 1 - The WeatherTRAK ET Everywhere service collects data from over 25,000 monitoring stations including the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) network, state and county networks, and private weather stations. 2 - Proven scientific modeling techniques are then used to calculate and validate specific ET data down to one square kilometer.
Chapter 1 Getting Started The following checklist provides the basic steps required for Intelli-Sense Professional Controller installation, setup, programming and operation. Thoroughly inspect the irrigation system for proper design, installation and operating condition, leaks, as well as broken heads and pipes. The performance of your new controller depends on the integrity of the irrigation system design and installation.
Controller Hardware Overview 2 3 TIS-PRO 1 5 1 - Intelli-Sense Control Module - (See page 6 for details.) 2 - Enclosure - Weather- and vandel- resistant heavy-gauge steel cabinet with locking cover. 3 - Weatherproof External Anatenna - Provides exceptional reception in most locations. 4 - Hinged Access Panel Fasteners - Thumbscrew fasteners secure hinged control panel for ease of access without tools.
8 7 6 9 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 VC/ COM VC/ COM 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 VC/ COM VC/ COM 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 MV/ PUMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 VC/ COM VC/ COM 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 MV/ PUMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 VC/ COM VC/ COM 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 10 11 13 12 6 - Control Module Latch - Enables control module to be easily removed without disturbing controlle
Control Module Overview 17a 16a 18 14 17 15 16 14 - Function dia l - Turn this dial in either direction to select controller setup and operational functions: RUN - The normal position for automatic operation. Current time/date and controller activity is displayed. 1 SETUP - Select and define specific controller setup and operating parameters. SCHEDULE - Set up and adjust start times/water windows and watering day schedules.
o ADJUST - Adjust station watering by 5% increase or decrease of run time and/or watering days. ALERTS - Display system problems and operationalconflicts. FLOW - Set flow meter attributes and operational partameters. REPORTS - Access and review station run time and flow data by day, week or month time periods. RAIN PAUSE - Suspend automatic watering for a period of 1 to 14 days. ET - Display current daily and average weekly ET values. Set custom Kc and weekly ET values.
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Chapter 2 Controller Setup The SETUP function menu consists of 10 screens listed in the following order: • Adjust Display Contrast • Set Controller Clock • Set Time Zone • Set Auto Daylight Savings option • Set Maximum Active Stations • Select Stack or Overlap option • Set Master Valve Type/Pump Start option • Select Runtime Valve Test • Set Maximum Backup ET About Controller Input As you begin the controller setup procedures, you will find that virtually all user-defined input is accomplished in the same
Set Controller Clock 1. With the Function dial in the SETUP position, turn the Upper Line knob to select the following display: DATE (YEAR) Feb 24 2008 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to set the current year. 3. Turn the Upper Line knob right to select the next menu item, Date (Month). DATE (MONTH) Feb 24 2008 4. Turn the Lower Line knob to set the current month. 5. Turn the Upper Line knob right to select Date (Day). 6. Turn the Lower Line knob to set the current day. 7.
Set Time Zone 1. Within the Setup menu, turn the Upper Line knob to view the following display: TIME ZONE Pacific 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to select your time zone from the following choices: • Pacific (default setting) • Alaska • Hawaii • Atlantic • Eastern • Central • Mountain Select Auto Daylight Savings Option 1. Within the Setup menu , turn the Upper Line knob to view the following display: AUTO DAYLIGHT SAVINGS Yes 2.
Set Maximum Active Station Count The actual number of stations being used for irrigation must be entered to enable accurate automatic scheduleing. ! Important: The Intelli-Sense Professional controller firmware provides for the scheduling of 48 stations regardless of controller output configuration. If the actual number of active stations is not set accurately and/or set according to controller output configuration, alert errors and reuced controller performace will result.
Select Stack or Overlap Option When the Stacking option is selected, the controller will be constrained to operate one station at a time. The Water Window start time and duration selected for Automatic Schedule A will also be assigned to Automatic Schedule B, C and D. When the Overlap option is selected, the constraint is removed, allowing multiple programs to run simultaneously. When Overlap is selected, Start time and Water Window options are available in all schedules.
Set Master Valve/Pump Start Option The controller features a dedicated master valve/pump start output as a standard feature. The master valve is used to isolate the mainline or a portion of the mainline when programmed as part of flow monitoring. It enables the controller to troubleshoot and isolate pipe malfunctions or other problems.
Set Runtime Valve Test Option The controller features a Valve Test feature that will test each station for a short-circuit condition each time it is activated. If a fault is detected, an Alert will be posted, enabling identification and repairs to be made. 1. Within the Setup menu, turn the Upper Line knob to view the following display: RUNTIME VALVE TEST No (Check Fuse Often) 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to select Yes or No as preferred.
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Chapter 3 Set Program Schedule The Intelli-Sense Professional Controller enables four independent program schedules (A, B, C and D) to be defined by one or two start times with associated water window and a specific watering day schedule. Each station is then assigned to one of the programs in the Station Data function.
Set Program Start Start Time and Water Window 1. Within the Schedule menu, turn the Upper Line knob to select the following display: SET STARTS/WINDOWS PRG A Skip (Button to View) Note: To review the current start time/water window settings, press the Copy button. The abbreviated information will be displayed as shown in the example below. START 1 S12:00am Off W16:00 Start 1 = 12:00 a.m., water window is 16 hours in duration, and Start Time 2 is turned off. 2. Skip is selected by default.
Note: Water window is the duration of time allotted for all stations, assigned to the program to complete their programmed watering cycle(s). The water window duration is adjustable from 1 hour to 23 hours and 59 minutes. The controller provides the water window end time by factoring the selected start time and duration. 5. Turn the Upper Line knob right to select water window duration. 1st Start/Window PRG A Start 12:00am Win 16:00 (Button to View) 6.
Set Program Water Day Mode Each program can be assigned to unique water day schedule using one of the following options: • Optimized by WeatherTRAK - Water day schedule selected automatically by the Intelli-Sense scheduling engine. • Odd/Even - Odd or Even numbered calendar days. • Interval - Water days set by frequency ranging from 1 to 30 days. • Days of Week - Specific days of the week (same all months) • Days of Week by Month - Specific days of the week for each month. • Off - Turn program off. 1.
Interval 1. Turn the Lower Line knob to select Interval. WATER DAY INTERVAL 01 (Everyday) 2. PGM A The default Interval is 01 which schedules every day as active. To select an Interval from 02 – 30, turn the Lower Line knob. Note: The current day is the first active day of the Interval schedule. For example, if today is Saturday and a 02 interval (water every-other-day) is set, today will be active. The next active watering day will be Monday. Days of Week 1.
Days of Week by Month 1. Turn the Lower Line knob to select Days of Week by Month. WATER DAY MODE PGM A Days of Week by Month 2. Turn the Upper Line knob to view the following display: Jan OK TO WATER ON PGM A S M T W T F S 3. By default, every day of every month is an active watering day. To omit specific days from specific months, turn the Upper Line knob to select the month. 4.
Chapter 4 Station Data Setup The Station Data function menu consists of several station setup parameters required for automatic operation. Four station operating mode options provide the control flexability to program each station for optimum irrigation control.
Station Setup Mode: Automated by WeatherTRAK Select Station 1. Turn the Function dial to the STATION DATA position. The Select Station menu item is displayed by default. SELECT STATION 01 2. Station 01 is selected by default. To change the station number, turn the Lower Line knob. Note: The Maximum Active Station number defined in Setup, determines station number access. Select Station Mode 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to display Station Mode. STATION MODE STA 01 Automated by WeatherTRAK 2.
Select Water Window Option 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to display Use Water Window. The current water window end time is automatically calculated and displayed for the selected program. Use Water Window STA 01 Yes (end time 04:00pm) 2. Yes is selected by default. To disable the water window for the selected station, turn the Lower Line knob to select No. Note: By selecting No, the station will run until irrigation is complete, regardless of the water window established for the program.
Set Precipitation Rate ! Important:The sprinkler precipitation rate (PR) is a key factor in the calculation of an automatic watering program. If you know the actual PR value, enter it at this time. If you do not have this information, the baseline PR of the sprinkler type (entered in the previous step) will be entered. 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to display Precip Part 1. PRECIP PART 1 1.70 Inches/Hr 2. STA 01 (default) The default PR value will be displayed for the sprinkler type selected.
Set Sprinkler Efficiency Like the sprinkler PR value, the Sprinkler Efficiency value is a key factor used by the Intelli-Sense to calculate an efficient watering program for each station. The controller will automatically enter an efficiency value based on the type of sprinkler selected for the station. Changing the efficiency value will alter overall station watering operation as follows: ▲ Increasing sprinkler efficiency (sprinkler performs above average), decreases overall watering.
Select Plant Type 1. Within the Program menu, turn the Upper Line knob to select Plant Type.
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Set Root Depth 1. Within the Program menu, turn the Upper Line knob to select Set Root Depth. SET ROOT DEPTH STA 01 06 Inches (default) 2. The default root depth will be displayed for the soil type and plant type previously selected. To change the depth, turn the Lower Line knob to adjust from 2 – 36 inches. Note: ▲ Increasing the Root Depth value (root depth greater than average), increases overall watering. ▼ Decreasing the Root Depth value (root depth less than average), decreases overall watering.
Select Slope Factor The SlopeFactor is an important component used in the automatic watering program calculation to determine the amount of run time and number of repeat cycles required per watering day. The Slope Factor options are as follows: • None/Slight 0 – 5% Grade • Moderate 13 – 20% Grade • Steep >20% Grade. • Gentle 6 – 8% Grade • Mild 9 – 12% Grade 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to select Set Slope Factor. SET SLOPE FACTOR STA 01 None/Slight 0-5% Grade 2.
Completing Station Setup 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to select Station (01) Complete. STATION 01 COMPLETE 2. The next station number in sequence will be selected. To select a different station, turn the Lower Line knob. Turn the Upper Line knob to continue with the station setup procedure. ! Important: To set up additional stations with the same or similar operating parameters, use the COPY function to transfer station setup data from one station to another or to all stations at the same time.
Select Station 1. Withthe Function dial in the Station Data position, turn the Upper Line knob to display Select Station. SELECT STATION 01 2. Station 01 is selected by default. To change the station number, turn the Lower Line knob. Note: The Maximum Active Station number defined in Setup, determines station number access. Select Station Mode 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to display Station Mode. STATION MODE User - With ET 2. STA 01 Turn the Lower Line knob to select Use - With ET or User - No ET.
Select Usable Rainfall The Usable Rainfall setting defines the percentage of the station’s watering area exposed to rainfall. This setting is adjustable from None (no rain contact) to 100% (full rain contact) in 25% increments. For example, about 25% of the station zone is covered by a roof overhang. The usable rainfall value for this station would be 75%. 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to display Usable Rainfall. USABLE RAINFALL 100% 2. 100% is selected by default.
Select Number of Cycles 1. Turn the Upper Line knob to select Number of Cycles. NUMBER OF CYCLES STA 1 01 Cycles/Operating Day 2. The number of watering cycles per watering day is set to 1 by default. To adjust the number between 0 – 20 cycles per operating day, turn the Lower Line knob. Note: Selecting 0 cycles will prevent the station from operating during automatic watering operations.
Set Reference [weekly] ET Value (applies to User With ET mode only) The Reference ET is the weekly ET set in the User – With ET mode that your runtimes correspond to. Runtimes will be adjusted up or down automatically depending on whether the actual weekly ET is higher or lower than the Reference ET. The default Reference ET is 1.00 (0.14 inches per day). It is recommended that you set runtimes and the Reference ET value based on the highest weekly ET demand period of the year. 1.
Chapter 5 Support Functions The Setup, Schedule and Station Data functions enable you to set up an automatic watering schedule designed specifically or each watering zone of the landscape. The support functions provide enhanced control capabilities of your irrigation system; enabling you to perform various operations such as: program data copy, review, fine-tuning to resolving actual and potential irrigation problems, as well as providing a means of manually operating the irrigation system.
Using the Review Function The Review function provides a convenient, at-a-glance overview of all relavent station and flow monitro setup information. 1. Turn the Function dial to the REVIEW position. Review Mode will be displayed. REVIEW MODE Station Data 2. Station Data is selected by default. To select Flow Data, turn the Lower Line knob. (Refer to Flow Data Review on page 37.) 3. Station 1 will be selected by default. To select a differ ent station to review, turn the Upper Line knob.
Flow Data Review 1. With the Function dial in the REVIEW position, turn the Lower Line knob to display Flow Data. REVIEW MODE Flow Data 2. Turning the Upper Line knob right displays the Flow Data review screens in the following sequence: • Flow Meter K and Offset Value • Master Valve Status • Flow Thresholds (GPM) • View Excluded Stations • Flow Delay (Minutes) • Flow Meter Status/Size 3. All Flow Review screens are self explanitory, with the exception of View Excluded Stations.
Using the Copy Function The Copy function provides a convenient method of transferring all watering program information from one station to another or to all active stations simultaniously. Minor changes can then be made to each station as needed, greatly simplifying the process of programming several stations with similar watering progam attributes. The Copy function also serves as a means of quickly resetting all userdefined Setup, Schedule and Program settings back to the factory-default values.
Restoring STATION Default Settings ! Important: Restoring the STATION defaults erases and resets all user settings for all stations as follows: Station Mode - Automated By WT Program Mode - A Use Water Window - Yes Usable Rainfall - 100% Sprinkler Type - Spray Head Precipitation Rate - 1.70 In/Hr Sprinkler Efficiency - 70% 1.
Restoring PROGRAM Default Settings ! Important: Restoring the default Program settings erases and resets all user-defined settings for all programs as follows: 1st Start Time - 12:00am Water Window - 05:00 2nd Start Type - High ET Day Excusion - None Water Window - 16:00 2nd Start Time - 07:00 pm 1. Water Day Mode - Optimized by WT Turn the Function dial to the COPY position. COPY FROM STA 01 TO STA 02 (Press BUTTON) 2.
Restoring SETUP Default Settings ! Important: Restoring the SETUP defaults erases and resets all user-defined settings as follows: Adjust Display - 224 Date - No change Time - No change Stack or Overlap - Stack Master Valve - Normally Closed Pump Start - Pump On Auto Daylight Savings - Yes Max. Backup ET - 2.00 Time Zone - No change Active Stations - No Change 1. Run Time Valve Test - No Flow Meter Mode - Off Turn the Function dial to the COPYposition. COPY FROM STA 01 TO STA 02 (Press BUTTON) 2.
Using the % Adjust Function The % Adjust function allows you to make minor changes in overall station irrigation rate by increasing or decreasing the watering program values proportionally by percentage. Adjustments can be made in 5% increments by Water Amount (station run time and cycles per day), and by Day Frequency/Maximum Allowable Depletion (MAD).
% Adjust by Day Frequency/Maximum Allowable Depletion Stations assigned to the Automated by WeatherTRAK station mode can be % adjusted by watering Day Frequency/Maximum Allowable Depletion. For example, when establishing new turf, total water application can be increased while decreasing the possibility of runoff. Day Frequency is adjustable from -30% to +30% in 5% increments. The equivalent MAD value will be displayed ranging from 20% to 80% (with 50% being the standard depletion rate). 1.
Using the Alerts Function If a problem, confilict or error occurs with one of the essential Intelli-Sense functions, an Alert prompt will be immediately posted. Selecting Alerts function provides a quick overview of the monitored functions, and flags the source of the alert condition. 1. Turn the Function dial to the ALERT position. FL VL CM WD DY HW SB -- ER -- -- —— —— –– ——=Ok ER=Error 2. 3. 1.
Using the Flow Monitor Function The Intell-Sense Professional Controller incorporates a precision flow monitorfunction to display and record flow data provided by a compatible Toro TFS Series or Data Industrial IR Series flow sensor. (See flow sensor installation details on page 75.) With the flow sensor properly installed and configured for operation,the Intelli-Sense will continually monitor flow sensor input to record and respond to specific flow conditions including: High-flow, Non-flow, and Leakage.
Set Station Exclusion The station exlusion feature enables individual stations to be omitted from the Flow Monitor operations. 1. With the the Function dial in FLOW position, turn the Upper Line knob right to select Edit Excluded Stations. EDIT EXCLUDED STATIONS Skip (No Flow Only) 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to change Skip to Edit. 3. Turn the Upper Line knob to display the first eight station numbers in sequence. 01 02 03 04 05 06 07 08 N N N N N N N N 4.
Edit Flow Sensor K Value and Offset A default flow sensor K value, based on the flow sensor size, is automatically entered. Refer to the manufacturer’s recommended K value and edit accordingly. 1. With the the Function dial in FLOW position, turn the Upper Line knob right to select Edit K Value. EDIT K VALUE FOR 1:00” Skip 00.397368 (default) 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to change Skip to Edit. EDIT K VALUE FOR 1:00” EDIT 00.397368 (default) 3. Turn the Lower Line knob to select the edit screen.
Set Threshold and Delay Values The threshold value is the defined limit for maximum, minimum and no-flow conditions. If monitored flow exceeds a threshold, an Alert is posted, and all remaining watering operations suspended or modified untl the alert is cleared or problem resolved. The delay period provides a 1- to 6-minute buffer between an exceeded threshold and the controller response. Increasing the delay period, decreases controller sensitivity to temporary or minor fluctuations.
3. Turn the Upper Line knob (right) to select High Flow Delay. HIGH FLOW DELAY 050 GPM 3 Minutes 4. Turn the Lower Line knob to adjust the delay minutes (1–6). Setting the No Flow Threshold Note: To prevent a false alert response, the No Flow threshold should be set 10–15% lower than the expected flow in any program configuration. 1. Turn the Upper Line knob (right) to select No Flow Threshold. NO FLOW THRESHOLD 005 GPM 3 Minutes 2. The default threshold will be displayed.
Setting the Leak Detection Threshold Note: Flow is monitored during non-irrigation periods (outside of scheduled irrigation or during soak periods) to detect leaks. If flow is monitored above the Leak Detect threshold, the master valve will be shut off and an alert will be posted. The alert condition must be cleared to resume operation. 1. Turn the Upper Line knob (right) to select Leak Detect Threshold. LEAK DETECT THRESHOLD 015 GPM 3 Minutes 2. The default threshold will be displayed.
Using the Reports Function The Reports function provides cumulative station run time and flow data, selectable within the following specified reference formats: Weekly Stations - Run time in hours and minutes per station per week. Monthly Stations – Run time in hours and minutes per station per month. Flow – Total flow in gallons per day, week, month, specific day range and specific prior date. Weekly Stations Report 1. Turn the Function dial to the REPORTS position. REPORTS TYPE Weekly Stations 2.
3. Turn the Upper Line knob right on stop to display Monthly Runtime for station 01 in January. MONTHLY RUNTIME STA 01 Jan 000HRS 00MINS 4. Turn the Lower Line knob right to change the month to review. Turn the Upper Line knob to change the day to review. Flow Report 1. Turn the Lower Line knob to select the Flow report option. REPORTS TYPE Flow 2. Turn the Upper Line knob right on stop to display Todays Usage. TODAYS USAGE 0000 Gals/Day 3. Turn the Upper Line knob one stop to select Weekly Usage.
Using the Rain Pause Function The Rain Pause function enables all automatic watering operations to be easily suspended from 1 to 200 days. At the end of the selected delay period, the controller resumes automatic operation. All other functions, including programming, manual operations and ET updates are available while the Rain Pause mode is active. 1. Turn the Function dial to select Rain Pause. RAIN PAUSE ALL STATIONS 00 Days to Resume 2. 3.
Using the Maintenance Timeout Function The MaintenanceTimeout feature enables a time period ranging from 0.5 to 8.0 hours to be set, then selectedas required. During the timeout period, the leak detection function is disabled and the normally-closed master valve is energized. A typical use of the Maintenance Timout function would be to facilitate quickcoupler irrigation. 1. Turn the Function dial to the blank position, located between Flow and Reports. MAINTENANCE TIMEOUT Skip 56 2.
Using the ET Function The screens provided within in the ET function enable the current daily and weekly ET values to be reviewed, and the Kc value of custom plants and turf to be defined. 1. Turn the Function dial to the ET position. The Current Daily ET value recievied from the ET Everywhere service will be displayed with the download date and time stamp. CURRENT DAILY ET P 0.14 00-00-00 12:00:00 Note: If the letter P is displayed, an updated daily ET value is currently pending download.
Edit Custom Turf Kc Value 1. With the Function dial in the ET position, turn the Upper Line dial right to select the Custom Kc Turf screen. CUSTOM Kc TURF 1.00 2. 3. 4. JAN January selected by default. To change the month setting, turn the Upper Line knob. A Kc value of 1.0 is selected by default. Turn the Lower Line knob to adjust the value between 0.10 to 1.20. Note: Most common crop coefficient (Kc) values can be found on the Irrigation Association web site at: www.irrigation.
Using the Help/Information Function The screens provided in the Help/Information function provide the detailed system information required for ET Everywhere service setup and status information of various controller operations and support functions. Help and Information Screen Overveiw 1. Turn the Function dial to the HELP/INFO position. The Toro Customer Service informaton screen is displayed by default.
Rain Service The Rain Service feature is offered by WeatherTRAK to monitor rainfall within your location and terminate automatic watering in the event of rain. 1. With the Function dial in the HELP/INFO position, turn the Upper Line knob to select the Beep On Message screen. RAIN SERVICE ACTIVE No Note: Rain Service is inactive by default. For detailed information regarding Rain Service activation, contact a WeatherTRAK Customer Service at 1-800-362-8774. View Group Number 1.
Current Depletion The Current Depletion reveiw screen provides the actual depletion value and the current MAD value for each station. An additional feature provided within this screen enables the actual depletion value to be easily reset to the current MAD value. 1. With the Function dial in the HELP/INFO position, turn the Upper Line knob to select the Curent Depletion screen. CURRENT DEPLETION Sta 01:00% MAD:50% 2. 3. Station 1 is selected by default.
Using the Manual Watering Function The Manual function enable of all stations (in sequence) or individual station(s) to be manually operated at any time. Manual operation lasts for a specified number of minutes and starts immediately, whether or not the current day is a scheduled watering day. Only one station can be on at a time when operating manually. Manually Operate Specific Stations 1. Turn the Function dial to the MANUAL position. Specific Stations option will be displayed by default.
Manually Operate All Stations 1. Turn the Function Selector knob to MANUAL. 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to view the following display: MANUAL WATER All Stations 3. Turn the Upper Line knob to select the following display: MANUAL WATER ALL STATION 00.0 Minutes 4. Turn the Lower Line knob to select manual operating time from 01 – 99 minutes in one-minute increments. MANUAL WATER ALL STATION 05.0 Minutes STA 01 ON The station runtime will count down in 10th’s of a minute.
The Run Function RUN is the Function dial position for normal controller operations. However, automatic controller operation will occur when the Function Selector knob is in any position other than OFF. 1. Turn the Function Selector knob to RUN to view the following display (example): Aug 08 2007 10:58:42am ON A:02 B: U: M: The current date and time will be displayed on the upper line. The lower line will indicate any station number, i.e.
Appendix A Troubleshooting Guide The landscape is too dry. 1. Turn the Function dial to ADJUST. 3. Turn Lower Line knob to adjust +5% and watch for 7 to 10 days. 4. If your landscape is still too dry, increase 5% each week until stress is eliminated. This is the optimal level. 2. Turn the Upper Line knob to select a station. . The landscape is too wet. 1. Turn the Function dial to ADJUST. 2. Turn the Upper Line knob to select a station. 3.
The display is blank. 1. Power to the controller has been disconnected, either by a blown fuse or at the AC power source circuit breaker panel. Check fuse condition, referring to the procedure on page 76. Check the circuit breaker at the power source and reset as necessary. 2. If the display does not return, contact Toro Customer Support at 1-800-664-4740. The controller programs correctly but does not operate automatically. 1. Confirm the controller clock is synchronized with the current time and date.
Week 1 of the watering day schedule appears incomplete. 1. The days prior to installation will not be shown in the Week 1 schedule. The controller shows what days have irrigated or it anticipates what days will irrigate if the weather remains as it is today. If the controller is installed on a Friday, there will be no irrigation days shown prior to Friday, which may result in no irrigation days at all for Week 1. 2. Turn the Lower Line knob to see irrigation day schedules for Week 2 – 8.
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Appendix B Glossary of Terms Group Number – This is a code number provided by the ET Everywhere service to the Intelli-Sense controller at the time of activation. The link enables the ET Everywhere service to communicate conditions relative to controllers in locations where irrigation regulation programs are in effect. This code will only be assigned if the user is a participant in the program.
Phase Lock – The Intelli-Sense receives daily weather updates from three different paging carriers. At the time of ET Everywhere service activation, the carrier with the highest signal strength is selected to ensure the best data reception and to expedite the activation process. After initial activation, the Intelli-Sense receives all carriers each night to provide redundancy for data reception.
Appendix C Installation Procedures Selecting the Installation Site The Intelli-Sense controller is designed for most professionally installed applications where outdoor installation is required. For optimum controller use and perfomance and protection, use the following guidelines when selecting an installation site: • Line-of-sight If possible locate the controller where a majority of the landscape can be viewed from one location.
Mounting the Controller 1. 2. Open the cabinet door and TM mounting plate. Position the controller on the wall and mark the top mounting hole location. Install the top mounting screw leaving the screw head about 1/8" (3 mm) from the wall. Note: When installing the controller on masonry or dry wall, install appropriate screw anchors. 3. Hang the controller on the screw. Install the lower mounting screw and tighten both screws to ensure the controller is securely fastened.
Connecting the Power Wires WARNING: All electrical components must meet applicable national and local electrical codes including installation by qualified personnel. These codes may require a means in the fixed wiring of disconnecting AC power having a contact separation of at least 0.120" (3mm) in the line and neutral poles. The wire used for connection to the controller must have insulation rated at 105°C minimum. Do not connect the controller to one phase of a 3-phase power source.
4. Insert the ground wire into the copper ground lug and tighten securely. 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 VC/ COM VC/ COM 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 34 35 36 VC/ COM VC/ COM 37 38 39 40 41 42 43 44 45 46 47 48 MV/ PUMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 VC/ COM VC/ COM 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 MV/ PUMP 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 VC/ COM VC/ COM 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 Valve Box 12" (30.
Note: Each field wire connection block provides 12 station outputs (black) and one common output (green). The lower left connection block provides one master valve/pump start relay output (blue). To connect wire, push orange tab in, insert wire, then release. Pull lightly on wire to confirm retention. 6. Connect common wire(s) first. To momentarily operate a valve for identification and/or functional test, touch it’s control wire to the 24 VAC Hot Post.
Toro Rain Sensor Connection Installation of the Toro TWRS rain sensor or TWFRS rain/freeze sensor sensor is recommend for best results. Note: If a rain sensor is NOT connected, the Sensor switch must be in the BYPASS position. If the Sensor switch is placed in the ACTIVE position without a rain sensor connection, the controller will be placed in a rain hold mode, and all operation will be suspended. The following screen will be displayed: Aug 08 2007 10:58:42am RainSwitch M: 1.
Flow Sensor Connection The Intelli-Sense Commercial Controller is designed for use with a Toro TFS or Data Industrial IR series flow sensor. The flow sensor must be installed and connected in compliance with the instructions provided with the device. ! Important: Refer to the sensor manufacturer’s recommended communication cable size and type. All cable wire splices must be watertight, with absolutely no path to ground or contact between conductors. Using an epoxy-type wire splicing method is recommended.
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Fuse Replacement ! ! CAUTION: The fuse protects the transformer from overload and subsequent damage due to a short circuit condition. For continued protection against the risk of controller damage or fire, replace only with a fuse of the same type. Ensure power is OFF prior to removing/replacing the fuse. 1. 2. 3. 4. Disconnect power to the controller. Carefully remove the blown fuse from the PC board. Replace with spare fuse (clipped to PCB) or 250V, 2A (Slo-Blo). Restore power to the controller.
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The Toro Promise — Limited Five-Year Warranty The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement between them, jointly warrants, to the owner, each new piece of equipment (featured in the current catalog at date of installation) against defects in material and workmanship for for a period described below, provided they are used for irrigation purposes under manufacturer's recommended specifications. Product failures due to acts of God (i.e., lightning, flooding, etc.
Industrial Canada compliance information This device complies with Industry Canada licence-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device. Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence.
