Manual

The Rain Dial controllers are uniquely able to detect and identify malfunctioning valves
caused by electrical shorts in the wiring. Use your controller to check any or all valves for
shorts.
Step 1 - Make sure the Function Switch is set to RUN.
Step 2 - Turn the Multi-Function Dial to the valve number you want to check.
Step 3 - Use the +/- Button to enter a run time.
Step 4 - Press the Manual Button.
If the display flashes OFF, that particular valve has an electrical short or other problem.
The solenoid and field wiring should be inspected.
CAUTION: Do not test valves by touching wire ends to the terminal screws. Serious
damage to the controller may result.
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How to Check for Valve Shorts
Troubleshooting the System
Problem
Some valves do not
operate.
No valves operate.
Possible Cause
Defective solenoid
Loose wire connection.
Function Switch in OFF
or STOP position.
Solenoid defective.
Loose wire connection.
Day set to OFF.
Skip Days incorrectly set.
Start Times set to OFF.
Correction
Test and replace solenoid.
Secure wire connections.
Check for connection continuity.
Set switch to RUN or MANUAL
position.
Test and replace solenoid.
Secure wire connections.
Check for connection continuity.
Check current day in display.
Set dial to correct day and
check setting.
Check and reprogram Skip
Days schedule option.
Reprogram Start Times.