Orbit Three-Port Digital Timer

Introduction

This guide provides instructions for the Orbit Three-Port Digital Timer. It is designed for easy installation and programming to automate your outdoor watering needs.

Important Note: When expecting freezing temperatures, timers should be removed from the hose faucet and stored indoors to avoid potential freeze damage.

The integrated filter traps dirt particles, prolonging the life of the timer. Clean the filter regularly and replace it if worn.

FILTER [filter component]

HOSE TAP CONNECTION [hose connection]

Timer Components and Controls

The front panel features a digital display showing time and settings. Below the display are control buttons: +/- BUTTONS for adjustments, RESET, and MANUAL/CLEAR. A large dial is used to select operating modes and programming steps.

The programming dial shows various positions: AUTO, OFF, SET CLOCK, START TIME, HOW LONG, HOW OFTEN, RAIN DELAY, and MANUAL. Arrows indicate the direction of rotation for setting values.

OUTLET [outlet connection]

Installing the Batteries

1. Remove the battery tray from the back of the timer by sliding it out.
2. Insert two AA (1.5V) alkaline batteries (not included) and replace the tray.
3. Replace batteries when the [low battery icon] appears on the display.

Installation

After programming, attach the timer to your outdoor faucet.

Mounting to the Wall (Optional)

Illustrates the timer attached to a faucet. For wall mounting, it shows a brace attached to the timer bracket, a support rod, and the necessary hardware: nut, bolt, screw, lock washer.

1. Use a nut and bolt to attach the brace to the timer bracket.
2. Mark where the support rod touches the wall.
3. Drill a pilot hole.
4. Attach the support rod using the provided screw.

Included Parts:

• A: 7 1/4 inch Brace
• B: #14 Round Head Screw
• C: Bolt
• D: Lock Washer
• E: Nut
• F: Timer Bracket

Programming the Timer

Note: Press the arrow buttons (+/-) to switch between station 1, 2, or 3 for all programming steps.

1. Set Clock

1. Turn the dial to SET CLOCK.
2. Using the +/- buttons, set the current time of day, including AM and PM.
3. Turn the dial to save changes.

2. Set Start Time

1. Turn the dial to START TIME.
2. Using the +/- buttons, set your desired start time, including AM and PM.
3. Turn the dial to save changes.

3. Set Watering Duration (How Long)

1. Turn the dial to HOW LONG.
2. Using the +/- buttons, select the watering duration from 1 to 360 minutes.
3. Turn the dial to save changes.

4. Set Watering Frequency (How Often)

1. Turn the 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.
3. Turn the dial to save changes.

Note: '1' means every day, '2' means every other day, etc.

Congratulations! Your timer is now programmed. Turn the dial to AUTO to allow your timer to water according to the programmed time, station, duration, and frequency.

Special Features

Rain Delay

Rain delay allows you to postpone watering for a set period. To access the rain delay, follow these steps:

1. With the dial on AUTO, press the + button to select a delay of 24 hrs, 48 hrs, or 72 hrs.
2. The screen will flash between the current time and the hours remaining before the programmed cycle resumes.
3. To remove rain delay, turn the 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 these steps:

1. With the dial on AUTO, press the MANUAL button.
2. Use the + and - buttons to select the watering time, from 1 to 360 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.

Important: 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: If you have a 6:00 AM START TIME with HOW OFTEN set to 6-hour intervals, and 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 for today will be cancelled.

Troubleshooting

Timer shows 6 AM all the time:

• Check if there is a sticker over the display.

Valve will not open/close:

• Check if water pressure exceeds 100 PSI.
• Check if batteries are low.

Water does not come on at desired time:

• Check if the clock is set to the correct time (including AM/PM).
• Check if the start time is set to the desired time (including AM/PM).
• Check if Rain Delay is on.
• Check if there are overlapping start times.

Timer does not water:

• Check if the timer is set to AUTO.
• Check if the hose faucet and manifold shut-off for that station are open.
• Check if batteries are low.
• Check if the clock is set to the correct time (including AM/PM).
• Check if Rain Delay is on.

Water won't turn off:

• Check if the watering duration is set to the desired time.
• Check if start times overlap.

Specifications and Warnings

Working Water Pressure:

• Minimum: 25 psi
• Maximum: 100 psi

Working Temperature:

• Maximum: Do not exceed 120°F (49° C)
• Minimum: Keep from freezing

Warnings:

• For outdoor use with cold water only.