RainPoint Smart+ Garden Irrigation System
USER MANUAL
1-Zone Water Timer
Model No. HTV113FRF
Web: www.rainpointonline.com
Email: service@rainpointus.com
WhatsApp: +1 626-780-5952
US Free Hotline (English): +1 833-381-5659 (MON-FRI 9:30 AM-5:30 PM PST)
EU Free Hotline (English Deutsch): +44 800-808-5337 (MON-FRI 9:00 AM–5:00 PM CET)
1. INTRODUCTION
1.1 Product Overview
Image of the RainPoint 1-Zone Water Timer, showing the front with an operation button and a battery cover on the back.
1.2 Specification
- 1" or 3/4" inlet thread and 3/4" outlet thread
- Working water pressure: 0.5~8 bar (7-116 PSI)
- Flow rate: 5 ~35 L/Min (1.32~9.25GAL/Min)
- Watering duration: 1 min ~ 12 hrs
- Waterproof level: IP54
- Working temperature: 3°C~50°C (37°F~122°F)
- Communicated by Wi-Fi 2.4G
- Up to 60 m connecting distance depending on obstacle between gateway and timer
- Powered by 4* AA batteries (Not included)
1.3 Product Features
- Wi-Fi remote controlled
- Build-in flow meter with leaking alert function
- Track water flow rate
- Review water consumption history
- 2 watering methods: Irrigation mode or Cycle & Soak
- Set watering plan by water usage
- Voice controlled via Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa
- Monitor the watering progress according to the soil temperature and humidity from soil sensor
- Auto start or stop watering based on soil moisture level
- Water usage correction function on APP
2. CONNECTION AND INSTALLATION
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2.1 Timer Connection
This device is a sub-device; please connect the hub of Rainpoint Smart+ series before connecting this device.
- After the hub is successfully connected, select the button on the top right corner of the APP home page to add a device, or you can go to the hub's home page and use "Sub-devices" to add devices.
- Find "1-ZONE Water Timer" or the icon to add HTV113 1-ZONE Water Timer.
- Firstly, insert 4*AA 1.5V Alkaline batteries (NOT included). Next, long press the reset button for 5 seconds until the indicator quickly blinks in red. Then select "NEXT" on the APP and start searching devices.
- Keep the timer and the hub close to each other so they can connect automatically.
- Besides that, you can also hold the button to reset and reconnect if you fail to connect for the first time.
- After successfully connecting, the last water usage value will display in the middle of the hub's screen. The next watering plan time will display as well after creating plans.
Two screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application. The left shows the 'My Home' screen with temperature and humidity readings. The right shows the 'Sub-devices' screen, indicating connection status.
Three screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application. The first shows the 'Add Devices' screen with various device icons. The second shows the 'Add sub-device' screen in 'Ready for Pairing' mode. The third shows the 'Add sub-device' screen in 'Pairing' mode with a progress indicator.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application displaying the timer's status, showing 'HTV113FRF', 'Last Water Usage 0.0 gal', and the next watering plan time.
2.2 Timer Installation
1. Install the timer vertically on the tap.
Diagram illustrating the correct installation of the RainPoint timer vertically on a water tap.
NOTE:
- Please try to install the timer vertically on the tap, not at an angle or horizontally.
- Please do not install the timer in an underground valve box to get a better connection with Wi-Fi.
3. APP FEATURES AND FUNCTIONS
3.1 Device Home Page
Diagram of the RainPoint mobile application's Device Home Page, with numbered callouts pointing to: 1. Settings, 2. Next Plan Time & Last Water Usage, 3. Soil temperature & moisture, 4. Plan, 5. Statistics, 6. Irrigation Mode, 7. Cycle & Soak.
1. Setting: Basic settings for the water timer
2. Next Plan Time & Last Water usage
3. Soil temperature& moisture: Show the data of the soil if you pair the timer with the soil sensor
4. Plan: To create and manage watering plans
5. Statistics: Check the water usage data in bar chart
6. Irrigation Mode: Manual watering in irrigation mode
7. Cycle & Soak: Manual watering in misting mode
3.2 Basic Setting
Find the on the top right corner of the APP home page to "Settings" page. In the basic settings, you can check and manage the device information, such as name, interface and description. There are also some advanced settings you can set up for the specific functions:
Cycle & Soak: Set the mist time and interval time for manual misting mode.
Screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Settings' section. One shows general device information and advanced settings like 'Mist Mode' and 'Default Duration Time'. Another shows the 'Mist Mode' configuration for setting mist time and interval.
Default Duration Time: Set the default watering duration for manual irrigation mode.
Screenshot showing the 'Default Duration Time' setting for manual irrigation.
Pair the Soil Sensor: Pair with a soil sensor to display the data on the home page and activate the "Stop irrigation plan humidity" function.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Select Soil Sensor' screen.
Stop irrigation plan humidity: Set a "stop watering" value of the soil moisture to protect the plants from over watering. All the plans will be stopped once the soil moisture gets over the valve, and will go back to work when the moisture return below the value.
Water Usage Correction: Correct the error when your water usage collection is not accurate.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Water Usage Correction' screen for adjusting water usage readings.
3.3 Plan Setting
Select Plan and start to create a new auto-watering plan.
Set a watering mode first:
Press the icon on the top right corner of the "Irrigation Plan" page to set irrigation plan.
Irrigation Mode: Normal watering mode with basic start time, duration and frequency.
Cycle & Soak: Special mist time and interval period that can intermittent quick watering.
Screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Plan Setting' feature. One shows the 'Irrigation Plan' screen with a '+' icon to add a plan. Another shows the 'Plan Settings' screen for configuring watering mode, start time, duration, and repeat frequency.
Start Time: Set the time that the plan starts.
There are two ways to stop watering: Duration or Water Usage
Duration: Set a watering duration for irrigation plan.
Water Usage: Set both a water consumption limit value and a limited time.
Screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Plan Setting' section. One shows options for stopping watering by 'Duration' or 'Water Usage'.
Repeat: Set the watering frequency for your plans.
Screenshot showing the 'Repeat' settings for watering frequency.
After finishing setting, press the top right button to save your plan, and you will see a plan overview appears in the list. Use the button on the right to turn on or off the plan. Up to SIX plans can be created.
There is also a Plan Calendar for checking the overview of all the plans' schedule.
Screenshots of the RainPoint mobile application. One shows the 'Irrigation Plan' list with options to turn plans on/off. The other shows the 'Plan Calendar' for viewing scheduled watering plans.
3.4 Statistics
Select Statistics to review your daily or monthly water usage that goes through this timer.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application's 'Statistics' screen, displaying a bar chart of water usage.
3.5 Manual Watering
3.5.1 Irrigation Manual Mode
Select Irrigation in the home page to manually turn on a temporary irrigation plan with a settable time.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application's manual watering function for 'Irrigation Manual Mode' with a settable time.
3.5.2 Cycle & Soak
Select Cycle & Soak in the home page to manually turn on a temporary misting plan with a settable time. It is able to change the mist time and interval time by pressing the time value.
Screenshot of the RainPoint mobile application's manual watering function for 'Cycle & Soak' misting mode with adjustable mist and interval times.
Note: When you turn on manual watering, if there is a plan running now or there will be a plan starting during your manual water time, the schedule will be skipped for this time.
4. TROUBLESHOOTING
| Problem | Possible Factors | Some Solutions |
|---|---|---|
| Can't turn on/off the valve | 1. Low battery. 2. Impurities in water inlet. 3. Unstable network or delayed response. | 1. Replace fresh batteries. 2. Regularly clean the filter port of impurities to avoid disruptions in use. 3. Wait a while and try again. |
| Inaccurate water flow meter | 1. Inaccurate statistics due to tilted mounting angle. 2. Low or erratic water pressure from the tap. | 1. The water timer needs to be installed perpendicular to the ground and it is recommended that it is not installed at an angle to avoid affecting the water count. 2. Normal error values for water counts ± 5%. |
| Timer can't Connect | 1. Unstable WIFI network. 2. Long distance from the hub. 3. Timer not in pairing state. | 1. Check that the WIFI network environment is working. 2. Close to hubs and routers when connected to irrigation timers. 3. Re-pair the timer: Press and hold the timer button until the white light flashes rapidly to indicate pairing. (Or remove the device from the homepage and reconnect). |
| Hub can't connect | 1. Not using 2.4GHz WIFI. 2. Incorrect WIFI password. 3. Distance between sensor and hub is too far. | 1. Confirm 2.4GHZ WIFI connection. 2. Confirm that the WIFI password has been entered correctly. 3. Stay closer to the hub while connecting. |
| Plan not executed on time | 1. Impurities in water inlet filter. 2. Rainfall delay parameters are set. 3. In a low power state, the timer goes into a low power protection state and does not execute the schedule. Irrigation duration/period is not set with parameters. | 1. Inlet impurities need to be cleared regularly so that they do not clog up and interfere with the irrigation program. 2. Check that the rainfall delay parameter is set. 3. Replace fresh batteries. Check that the irrigation duration/period is not set with parameters. (Note 12H/24H). |
If you need more help about the product or anything from us, please contact us by:
US: +1 833-381-5659 (EN) (MON-FRI 9:30 AM-5:30 PM PST)
EU: +44 800-808-5337 (EN DE) (MON-FRI 9:00 AM-5:00 PM CET)
Email: service@rainpointus.com
WhatsApp: +1 626-780-5952
5. NOTES
- Please make sure to use 2.4GHz band WIFI to connect to this product.
- Do not mix old and new batteries or different types of batteries.
- Please install the timer vertically to avoid valve body damage and inaccurate water flow meter.
- Under freezing temperatures, timers should be removed from the faucet and stored indoor to avoid potential freezing damage.
- Please clean filters regularly and replace if it is worn in order to prolong working life of timer.
6. WARRANTY
RAINPOINT provides a 3-year limited warranty on this product against manufacturing defects in materials and workmanship.
7. FCC STATEMENT:
(FCC ID: 2AWDBHTV113FRF)
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.
FCC Warning: Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this 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 of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and the 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.
Note: The manufacturer is not responsible for any radio or TV interference caused by unauthorized modifications to this equipment. Such modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
8. CUSTOMER SUPPORT
EC REP
NAME: VIAJE ELECTRONIC COMPANY LIMITED
ADDRESS: E588, 13 ADELAIDE ROAD, DUBLIN, D02 P950, IRELAND
Email: VIAJEELE@outlook.com
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