Manual Rainbird ESP-RZX (Eng)

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ESP-RZX Controller

Installation Guide and Operations Manual
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ESP-RZX Controller

Installation Guide and Operations Manual
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Contents Installation

Introduction Indoor Model.................................................... 7
Mount Controller............................................................... 7
Welcome to Rain Bird....................................... 1 Connect Power................................................................... 7
Controller Features.......................................... 1
Controls and Indicators.................................... 1 Outdoor Model................................................. 8
Mount Controller............................................................... 8
Key Functions...................................................................... 1 Connect Power................................................................... 8

Normal Operation Wiring Connections........................................ 10
Connect Zone Valves.................................................... 10
Auto.................................................................. 2 Connect Master Valve.................................................. 10
Off..................................................................... 2 Connect Pump Start Relay......................................... 11
Connect Rain Sensor.................................................... 11
Basic Programming
Options and Special Features
Date/Time......................................................... 2
Zone Schedule.................................................. 3 Install Batteries.............................................. 12
Reset Button................................................... 12
Select Zone.......................................................................... 3 Rain Sensor Bypass........................................ 12
Set Watering Run Times................................................. 3
Set Watering Start Times................................................ 3 Set Bypass for All Zones.............................................. 12
Set Watering Start Days.................................................. 4
Troubleshooting
Custom Days................................................................... 4
Odd Days.......................................................................... 4 Error Detection............................................... 13
Even Days.......................................................................... 4 Watering Issues.............................................. 13
Cyclic Days....................................................................... 4 Electrical Issues.............................................. 13

Additional Features Programming Chart.............................. 14

Manual Watering.............................................. 5
Water ALL Zones:............................................................... 5
Water ONE Zone:............................................................... 6

Seasonal Adjust................................................ 6

II

Introduction

Welcome to Rain Bird Allwater.gr Controller Features

Thank you for choosing the ESP-RZX Controller from The ESP-RZX controller has a variety of advanced
Rain Bird. water management features, including:
For more than seven decades, Rain Bird has led the irrigation
industry by providing the highest quality products and llZone based programming allows independent
services available for state of the art water management. irrigation scheduling for different areas (Zones), based
on the specific water requirements for each area.
ESP-RZX Controller
llPrograms can be set to water on selected days of
Your new Rain Bird controller is designed to provide the week, odd or even calendar days, or at custom
many years of advanced irrigation control. intervals, allowing enhanced flexibility and control of
In this manual are step by step instructions for how to irrigation schedules.
install and operate your ESP-RZX Controller.
llMultiple Watering Start Times allow you to run the
Controls and Indicators same program multiple times on the same day.

The easy to program user interface allows quick and llSeasonal Adjust allows quick adjustment of watering
efficient setup of customized irrigation schedules. duration based on weather or other conditions.

Key Functions llManual Water feature to allow immediate watering of
all Zones or else one Zone at a time.

llAccessory connections for future upgradability.

Off Auto Date/Time Display Screen
Cancel all active watering Watering occurs automatically Set the current calendar Displays programming
immediately and disable according to programmed irrigation Date and Time of day. information and active
automatic irrigation. schedules. irrigation status.
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Seasonal Adjust OFF 1 234 Next/Back Keys
Increase or decrease F S SU Select programming
watering duration (Run AUTO M T W TH options.
Times) for all Zones. AM
SEASONAL Z
Manual Watering ADJUST DATE/TIME O
Start watering N
immediately for all Zones E
or for any single Zone.
M D YYYY
Zone Schedule
Create customized MANUAL SCHEDULE
irrigation schedules to
run automatically at ESP-RZX
specific times, durations
and intervals. BACK OFF ON NEXT

+ or – Keys

Adust program settings.

bbNOTE: Press and
HOLD + or – to
accelerate setting
adjustments.

1

Normal Operation OFF Off

Auto Cancel all active watering immediately and
disable automatic irrigation.
AUTO Press the OFF key to immediately cancel all

Watering occurs automatically according to active watering.
programmed irrigation schedules.
Press the AUTO key to resume normal operation

whenever programming is completed and to
monitor active watering.

bbNOTE: Unless the OFF key is pressed, the
controller will revert to AUTO mode by default
after 10 minutes, if no programming activity
(key presses) occurs during that time.
In Auto Mode:

The display shows the current time, date and day of
the week:

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memory even when the controller is turned off or if
power iBs AloCsKt. OFF
ON NEXT

bbNOTE: Press the AUTO key to resume normal
operation. Automatic irrigation will NOT occur if
the controller remains in OFF mode.

PM Basic Programming

M D YYYY Date/Time

During Watering: DATE/TIME
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol,
the active Zone number and watering Run Time Set the current calendar Date and Time of day.
remaining for that Zone. Press the DATE/TIME key.

Zone Z + – Press or to set the month (M); then press
Run O NEXT to select and set the day (D), then year
Time N (YYYY).
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MIN

AM

BACK OFF ON NEXT DATE

+ – Press or to adjust watering Run Time M D YYYY
remaining for the active Zone as desired.
Press NEXT to immediately cancel watering for BACK OFF ON NEXT

the active Zone and advance to the next Zone in
the irrigation queue.

2

+ – Press or to set the hour (ensuring that AM/ 2 Set Watering Run Times
PM setting is correct); then press NEXT to select
and set the minutes. Watering Run Times are durations (for example,
20 minutes) set for watering.
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bbNOTE: Run Times can be set between 1 to 199
M T W TH F S SU minutes.
+ – Press or to set the desired Run Time (MIN);
then press NEXT.

AM TIME

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RUN N 1
TIME E
2
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bbNOTE: Two AAA batteries can be installed to
retain date and time in the event of a power BACK OFF ON NEXT
outage. See “Install Batteries” for details.
3 Set Watering Start Times
Zone Schedule
Watering Start Times are times of day at which
SCHEDULE watering is set to begin.

Create customized irrigation schedules to run bbNOTE: A total of up to six Start Times (1-6) are
automatically at specific times, durations and available for each Zone.
intervals. + – Press or to set the 1st Start Time (ensuring
that AM/PM setting is correct); then press NEXT.
Press the ZONE SCHEDULE key.
bbNOTE: Start Time adjustments are set in 10
1 Select Zone minute increments.

Zones are designated areas (for example, Z
“Rose Garden”) that you define as locations for O
watering. See “Programming Chart” for details. N 1 START
E TIME
+ – Press or to select the desired Zone Number;
then press NEXT. 2

Z MIN
O
Zone N 1
E
2

MIN

BACK OFF ON NEXT

eeREPEAT as desired to set additional Start Times
for that Zone.

BACK OFF ON NEXT bb -:-NOTE: Pressing NEXT when (OFF) is

blinking on the display will advance to Step 4.

3

4 Set Watering Start Days eePress ON or OFF to set each subsequent day of
the week as desired.
Watering Start Days are the calendar days or
intervals (for example, Monday, Wednesday and 4b Odd Days 1,3,5...29 then press
Friday) on which watering is allowed. NEXT
+ – Press or to select
+ – Press or to select one of four available
Watering Start Day options: 1,3,5...29
Z
a. Custom Days - To schedule watering to occur O
on selected days of the week, go to 4a. N 1 AM
E
b. Odd Days - To schedule watering to occur on all
odd calendar days (1,3,5...29 etc.), go to 4b. 2

c. Even Days - To schedule watering to occur on MIN
all even calendar days (2,4,6...30 etc.), go to 4c.

d. Cyclic Days - To schedule watering to occur at
intervals (every 2 days, or 3 days, etc.), go to 4d.
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4a Custom Days then press NEXT 4c Even Days then press
NEXT
+ – Press or to select + – Press or to select 2,4,6...30

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Z Z 2,4,6...30
O O
N 1 AM N 1 AM
E E

2 2

MIN MIN

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BACK OFF ON NEXT 4d Cyclic Days then press NEXT

Press ON (to enable) or OFF (to disable) the + – Press or to select
blinking Selection Day. Cursor will then advance
to the next Selection Day.

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SELECTION Z EVERY
DAY Z O

O N 1 AM
N E DAYS, STARTING
E
1 AM 2

2 M D Y Y Y Y MIN

MIN

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4

+ – Press or key to set the desired Day Cycle; Additional Features
then press NEXT.
Manual Watering
DAY Z EVERY
CYCLE O MANUAL
N 1 AM
Start watering immediately for ALL Zones or for
E DAYS, STARTING any ONE Zone.

2 Water ALL Zones:

M D Y Y Y Y MIN Press the MANUAL WATERING key.
ALL Zones appears as the default selection;

press NEXT to continue.
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+ – Press or to set desired Start Date;
then press NEXT.

Z

ALL O
ZONES N
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Z EVERY
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N MIN
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START 1 AM
DATE
DAYS, STARTING

2

M D Y Y Y Y MIN

BACK OFF ON NEXT BACK OFF ON NEXT

bbNOTE: The Start Date can only be set to occur + – Press or to set the desired Run Time; then
within the current day cycle. The display will press NEXT to begin watering.
always update to show the next scheduled
irrigation day. RUN Z
THEN TIME O
N
eeREPEAT steps 1-4 for additional Zones as E
desired.
MIN

BACK OFF ON NEXT

During Manual Watering:

+ – Press or to adjust watering Run Time
remaining for the active Zone as desired.
Press NEXT to immediately cancel watering for

the active Zone and advance to the next Zone in
the irrigation queue.

5

Water ONE Zone: SEASONAL Seasonal Adjust

Press the MANUAL WATERING key. ADJUST

+ – Press or to select any ONE Zone; then press Increase or decrease watering duration (Run
NEXT. Times) for all Zones.
Press the SEASONAL ADJUST key.
Z
+ – Press or to increase or decrease the
ZONE O SEASONAL ADJUST percentage setting.
N
bbNOTE: The SEASONAL ADJUST value can be
E adjusted from -90% to +100%. For example,
a +50% adjustment means a Run Time of 10
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BACK OFF ON NEXT SETTING

+ – Press or to set the desired Run Time; then BACK OFF ON NEXT
press NEXT to begin watering.
bbNOTE: SEASONAL ADJUST applies to ALL
RUN Z programmed irrigation schedules.
TIME O
N
E

MIN

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During Manual Watering:

+ – Press or to adjust watering Run Time
remaining for the active Zone as desired.

6

Installation Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
unit and hang the unit securely on the mounting
Indoor Model screw.
KEYHOLE
Mount Controller
1/8 IN.
Choose a suitable mounting location on an
indoor wall within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of a
grounded electrical outet. Allow clearance for
conduit connections below the unit

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MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

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6 FEET Drive a second mounting screw through the
MAX. open hole inside the wiring bay and into the
wall. Verify that the unit is fastened securely to
3 IN. the wall.

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AUTO
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

bbNOTE: DO NOT use an outlet that is controlled MANUAL SCHEDULE
by a secondary ON/OFF light switch or GFI
outlet. ESP-RZX
Grasp the two handles on either side of the
wiring bay cover and pull it towards you to BACK OFF ON NEXT
remove it.
RESET

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OFF 1 234567 Connect Power
M T W TH F S SU
AUTO Route the transformer power cord through the
Z conduit opening at the bottom of the unit.
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N Connect the two end wires on the power cord
E to the two 24VAC terminal connections on the
controller.
MANUAL SCHEDULE

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Drive a mounting screw into the wall. Leave an MANUAL SCHEDULE
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the
wall surface. ESP-RZX

bbNOTE: If necesssary, use the provided anchors BACK OFF ON NEXT
to assure that screws can be tightened securely.
RESET

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Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet.

ccWARNING: DO NOT plug in the transformer
until you have completed and checked all wiring
connections.

7

Installation Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
unit and hang the unit securely on the mounting
Outdoor Model screw.
KEYHOLE
Mount Controller
1/8 IN.
Choose a suitable mounting location with access
to an external electrical power source. Allow
clearance for the controller unit’s hinged door
to swing fully open to the left and clearance for
conduit connections below the unit.

8 IN.
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Z
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MANUAL SCHEDULE Drive a second mounting screw through the
open hole inside the wiring bay and into the
ESP-RZX wall. Verify that the unit is fastened securely to
the wall.
BACK OFF ON NEXT

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Z
SEASONAL O
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MANUAL SCHEDULE

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3 IN. RESET

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Pull open the outer door of the controller and CONNECT
swing it to the left; then grasp the wiring bay 120 VAC
cover and pull it towards you to remove it.

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M T W TH F S SU
AUTO The ESP-RZX outdoor controller has an internal
Z transformer that reduces supply voltage (120 VAC
SEASONAL O in U.S. models; 230 VAC in international models; 240
ADJUST DATE/TIME N VAC in Australian models) to 24 VAC. You will need to
E connect power supply wires to the transformer’s three
wires. (Line, Neutral, Ground).
MANUAL SCHEDULE
ccWARNING: Electric shock can cause severe
ESP-RZX injury or death. Make sure power supply is
turned OFF before connecting power wires.
BACK OFF ON NEXT
ccWARNING: All electrical connections and
Drive a mounting screw into the wall. Leave an wiring runs must comply with local building
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the codes.
wall surface.

bbNOTE: If necesssary, use the provided anchors
to assure that screws can be tightened securely.

8

Locate the transformer wiring compartment in Power Wiring Connections
the lower left corner of the controller unit. Use a
screwdriver to remove the cover and expose the 120 VAC (US) 230 VAC
transformer connection wires. (International)

OFF 1 234567 Black supply wire (hot) Black supply wire (hot)
M T W TH F S SU to the black transformer to the black transformer
AUTO wire wire
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

MANUAL SCHEDULE White supply wire Blue supply wire (neutral)
(neutral) to the white to the blue transformer
ESP-RZX transformer wire wire

BACK OFF ON NEXT

RESET Green supply wire Green-with-yellow-stripe
(ground) to the green supply wire (ground) to
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 transformer wire the green-with-yellow-
stripe transformer wire
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120 VAC

Route the three external power source wires Verify that all wiring connections are secure,
through the conduit opening at the bottom of then replace the wiring compartment cover and
the unit and into the wiring compartment. secure it with the screw.

bbNOTE: If necessary, remove the knock-out on the ccWARNING: DO NOT turn on power until
bottom of the controller below the transformer you have completed and checked all wiring
and attach a 1/2 inch conduit to the unit. connections.

OFF 1 234567 bbNOTE: DO NOT use an outlet that is controlled
M T W TH F S SU by a secondary ON/OFF light switch or GFI
AUTO outlet.
Z
SEASONAL O bbNOTE: This appliance is not intended for use
ADJUST DATE/TIME N by persons (including children) with reduced
E physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they
MANUAL SCHEDULE have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
ESP-RZX responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
BACK OFF ON NEXT they do not play with the appliance.

RESET ccWARNING: If the supply cord of an outdoor
controller is damaged, it must be replaced by
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
ACCREEMSSOOTREY If the supply cord of an indoor controller
is damaged, it must be replaced by the
Using the provided wire nuts, connect the manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
external power source wires (two power and qualified persons in order to avoid a hazard.
one ground) to the transformer connection
wires inside the wiring compartment.

ccWARNING: Ground wire must be connected to
provide electrical surge protection.

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M T W TH F S SU
AUTO
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

BACK OFF ON NEXT

RESET

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9

Wiring Connections Connect Master Valve

Connect the valve wires for each Zone and for Connect an optional Master Valve to the ESP-RZX
(optional) Master Valve, Pump Start Relay or Rain controller.
Sensor.
Connect the power wire from the master valve
bbNOTE: If installing an outdoor model, route to the master (M) terminal on the controller
all field wires through conduit or through the terminal block.
knock-out on back of the unit.
Connect the common wire from the master
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to the corresponding Zone number on the M T W TH F S SU
controller terminal block.
Z
Connect the common wire from each valve to O
the COMMON (C) terminal. N
E
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AUTO

SEASONAL
ADJUST DATE/TIME

MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

BACK OFF ON NEXT

RESET

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ACCREEMSSOOTREY

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AUTO
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

MANUAL SCHEDULE POWER

ESP-RZX COMMON

BACK OFF ON NEXT

RESET

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MASTER
VALVE

ZONE 1 POWER
VALVE
ZONE 2
VALVE

ETC.

COMMON

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Connect Pump Start Relay Connect Rain Sensor

Connect an optional Pump Start Relay to the ESP- Connect an optional rain sensor to the ESP-RZX
RZX controller. controller.
Pumps are used in some places to draw water from a
well or other source. If you are activating a pump from On the terminal board, remove the jumper wire
the controller, you must install a pump start relay. from the SENS terminals.
A pump start relay connects to the controller in the
same way as a Master Valve, but connects differently OFF 1 234567
at the water source. M T W TH F S SU
AUTO
bbNOTE: the ESP-RZX controller DOES NOT Z
provide main power for a pump. SEASONAL O
Connect the Relay Input wire from the pump ADJUST DATE/TIME N
start relay to the master (M) terminal on the E
controller terminal block.
MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

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OFF 1 234567 Connect both Rain Sensor wires to the SENS
M T W TH F S SU terminals.
AUTO
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

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Z
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ADJUST DATE/TIME N
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RESET MANUAL SCHEDULE

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RESET

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COMMON RELAY
INPUT
PUMP
START FIELD
RELAY COMMON

Connect the common wire from the pump start
relay to the COMMON (C) terminal.

bbNOTE: To avoid possible pump damage when
using a pump start relay, connect a short jumper
wire from any unused Zone terminal(s) to the
nearest Zone terminal in use.
For example, if a 4 Zone controller model is in
use with only two Zones connected, route the
terminals for Zones 3 and 4 to the nearest active
terminal (in this example, Zone 2)

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Options and Special Rain Sensor Bypass
Features
The controller can be set manually to either OBEY
Install Batteries or IGNORE a Rain Sensor.

The ESP-RZX can keep Date and Time if batteries bbNOTE: Rain Sensor Bypass settings cannot be
are installed for backup. changed while the controller is irrigating.

bbNOTE: Your programming is stored in Non- Set Bypass for All Zones
Volatile memory and will remain in the controller
even if batteries are not installed. Press the AUTO key.
Press and release both BACK and NEXT keys
Insert two AAA batteries into the battery slot
above the terminal block, as shown below. at the same time to toggle between OBEY and
IGNORE.
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Z
SEASONAL O
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M T W TH F S SU
ESP-RZX
Z
OFF O BACK OFF ON NEXT
N
AUTO E

SEASONAL
ADJUST DATE/TIME

MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

BACK OFF ON NEXT

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The NO RAIN SENSOR symbol will show on the
display when IGNORE is selected.

Reset Button

If the controller is not working properly, you can
try pressing RESET.

bbNOTE: All previously programmed watering
schedules will remain stored in memory, but the
current Date/Time will need to be set again.

Insert a small tool such as a paper clip, into the
access hole and press until the controller is reset.

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AUTO
Z
SEASONAL O
ADJUST DATE/TIME N
E

MANUAL SCHEDULE

ESP-RZX

BACK OFF ON NEXT

RESET

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Troubleshooting llAll irrigation for the affected Zone is cancelled and
watering advances to the next operable Zone in the
Error Detection irrigation queue.

The ESP-RZX controller has a built-in error detection that bbNOTE: The controller will attempt to water the
senses a electrical short circuit or overload condition on a affected Zone again at the next scheduled watering.
Zone’s output line. Completion of a successful watering will clear the
In the event of an error condition, the following steps error condition associated with that Zone.
take place regarding the error:
llThe affected Zone number and “Err” alert message will

show on the display when the unit is in either AUTO or
MANUAL WATERING mode.
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Watering Issues

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Water source not supplying water. Verify there is no disruption to the main water line
Programmed schedules and that all other water supply lines are open and
and manual watering Wiring is loose or not properly functioning properly.
functions do not start. connected. Check that field wiring and master valve or pump start
Field wires are corroded or relay wiring is securely connected at the controller and
damaged. in the field.
Connected rain sensor may be Check field wiring for damage and replace if necessary.
activated. Check wiring connections and replace with watertight
Jumper wire connecting the two splice connectors if needed.
SENS terminals on the terminal Let the rain sensor dry out or else disconnect it from the
block may be missing or damaged. controller terminal block and replace it with a jumper
wire connecting the two SENS terminals.
Jumper the two SENS terminals on the controller
terminal block by connecting them with a short length
of 14 to 18 gauge wire.

Electrical Issues

Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Display is blank. Power not reaching the controller. Verify the main AC power supply is securely plugged in
or connected and working properly.
Display is frozen and An electrical surge may have Unplug the controller for 2 minutes, then plug it back in.
controller will not accept interferred with the controller’s If there is no permanent damage, the controller should
electronics. accept programming and resume normal operation.
programming.

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Programming Chart Enter the Watering Run Time for that Zone.
Enter Watering Start Times (up to six total).
Before programming your controller, plan the watering Select Watering Start Days (checkbox). If Custom
schedule for each Zone using the Programming Chart and
keep it for reference. Days is selected, circle the days of the week to water.
If Cyclic Days is selected, enter a number from 1-14.
In the Zone Description column, enter a brief
description such as “front lawn” or “side yard”.

Zone Zone Description Watering Watering Start Times Watering Start Days
Run Time
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCustom Days
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MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM M T W T F SA SU
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCustom Days
3 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM M T W T F SA SU
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCustom Days
5 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM M T W T F SA SU
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCustom Days
7 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM M T W T F SA SU
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM
8 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
MIN. 3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
ˆˆCustom Days

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ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
ˆˆCustom Days

M T W T F SA SU

ˆˆOdd Days ˆˆEven Days
ˆˆCyclic Days every ____ days
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