Orbit 1-Outlet Hose Faucet Timer
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ!
When expecting freezing temperatures, timers should be removed from the hose faucet and stored indoors to avoid potential freeze damage.
Filter traps dirt particles, prolonging life of timer. Clean filter regularly and replace if worn.
Timer Features
Diagram shows the timer with labels pointing to: Hose Tap Connection, +/- Buttons, Manual/Clear button, Outlet, Filter, Dial, and Reset button. A digital display shows '6:00'.
Dial Controls:
- DIAL: Rotate to customize your watering schedule.
- RESET: Press to clear all programming.
- MANUAL/CLEAR: Press to water manually or to clear programming within a specific program.
- +/- BUTTONS: Use these buttons to adjust time and system setup.
Dial Positions:
- AUTO: Timer waters according to your customized schedule.
- SET CLOCK: Set the time of day.
- START TIME: Select what time you would like watering to start.
- HOW LONG: Determine how long to water.
- HOW OFTEN: Choose how often you will water.
- OFF: Turn off all watering.
Quick Start
Installing the Batteries
- Remove the tray on the back of the timer by sliding or pulling it out.
- Insert two AA (1.5V) alkaline batteries (not included) and replace the tray.
Note: Firmly replace the battery tray to ensure water resistance and increase battery life. You will know the battery tray is fully inserted if it locks in place and does not pull out easily. Used up or dead batteries must be removed from the timer and disposed of properly. Batteries should be removed from the timer at the end of the watering season and replaced with new ones at the beginning of the next watering season. Replace batteries when the low battery icon appears on display.
Programming the Timer
Set Clock
1. Turn dial to SET CLOCK.
2. Using the +/- buttons, set the time of day, including AM and PM.
3. Turn dial to save changes.
Start Time
1. Turn dial to START TIME.
2. Using the +/- buttons, set your start time, including AM and PM.
3. Turn dial to save changes.
How Long
1. Turn dial to HOW LONG.
2. Using the +/- buttons, select watering duration from 1 to 240 minutes.
3. Turn dial to save changes.
How Often
1. Turn dial to HOW OFTEN.
2. Using the +/- buttons, set your watering frequency. You can choose to water every 6 hours, 12 hours, or from 1 to 7 days.
Note: 1 is every day, 2 is every other day, etc.
3. Turn dial to save changes.
Additional Features
Rain Delay
Rain delay allows you to postpone watering for a set period of time. To access the rain delay, follow the steps below.
- With the dial on AUTO, press the + button to select a delay of 24 hrs, 48 hrs, or 72 hrs.
- Screen will flash between clock and hours remaining before programmed cycle resumes.
- To remove rain delay, turn dial to OFF and then back to AUTO.
Manual/Hand Watering
This feature allows you to water without interrupting your set schedule. To access this feature, follow the steps below.
- With the dial on AUTO, press the MANUAL button.
- Use the + and - buttons to select watering time, from 1 to 240 minutes.
Note: There may be a slight delay between the time the manual button is pressed and when watering begins.
To stop manual watering, turn the dial to OFF. Turn the dial back to AUTO to resume your programmed watering schedule.
Turning the dial to the OFF position at any time during the day will reset the timer's internal timing. This will cancel all scheduled watering times for the day until the next programmed START TIME. This means if you turn the dial back to AUTO the timer will not water until the next day; beginning at your desired programmed START TIME.
Example: You have a 6:00 AM START TIME with HOW OFTEN 6 hour intervals. If you turn the dial to OFF at 10:00 AM today the timer will not water until tomorrow at 6:00 AM. The 12:00 PM, 6:00 PM, and 12:00 AM watering times have been cancelled for the day.
Troubleshooting
Water Does Not Come On At Desired Time
Check if:
- Clock is set to correct time, including AM and PM.
- Start time is set to desired time, including AM and PM.
- Rain Delay is on. Clear if necessary.
Timer Does Not Water
Check if:
- Timer is set to AUTO.
- Hose faucet is on.
- Batteries are low.
- Clock is set to correct time, including AM and PM.
- Rain Delay is on. Clear if necessary.
Water Won't Turn Off
Check if:
- HOW LONG is set to desired time.
Specifications and Warnings
Working Water Pressure
Minimum: 25 psi
Maximum: 100 psi
Working Temperature
Maximum: Do not exceed 120°F
Minimum: Keep from freezing
Warnings
For outdoor use with cold water only.
