Connecting the appliance . 9
Connecting the rain sensor . 9
Inserting/replacing the
batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
General Description 10
Appliance overview . . . . .10
Display . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Operation/Program-
ming . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
General information . . . . .12
Programming the appliance 12
Stopping the watering . . .16
Setting the Summer Time .16
Rain sensor . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Manual watering . . . . . . .16
Battery charge level . . . . .17
Cleaning . . . . . . . . . 17
Safety instructions . . . . . . .17
Troubleshooting . . . 18
Safety instructions . . . . . . .18
Malfunction causes and
remedies . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Storage/Disposal . . 20
Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Disposal of the appliance .20
Disposing of the batteries .20
Appendix . . . . . . . . . 21
Technical data . . . . . . . . .21
Notes on the EC
Declaration of Conformity 22
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
Importer . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23
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Introduction
Introduction
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Information for these operating instructions
These operating instructions are a component of the Programmable
Water Timer FBC 7 A1 (hereafter designated as the appliance) and
they provide you with important information about the intended use,
safety, connection and operation of the appliance.
These operating instructions must be constantly kept available close
to the appliance. They are to be read and applied by everyone
assigned to operate the appliance and to eliminate faults in it.
Retain these operating instructions and pass them on, together with
the appliance, to any future owners.
Copyright
This documentation is copyright protected.
Any copying or reproduction, including as extracts, as well as the
reproduction of images, also in an altered state, is only permitted
with the written authorisation of the manufacturer.
Limited liability
All technical information, data and information for connection and
operation contained in these operating instructions correspond to the
latest at time of printing and, to the best of our knowledge, take into
account our previous experience and know-how.
No claims can be derived from the details, illustrations and descriptions in these instructions.
The manufacturer assumes no responsibility for damage caused
by failure to observe the instructions, improper use, inappropriate
repairs, making unauthorized changes or for using unapproved
replacement parts.
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Introduction
Warnings
In the existing operation instructions the following warnings are used:
WARNING
A warning at this risk level signifi es a possible
dangerous situation.
If the dangerous situation is not avoided it could lead to injuries.
►
The directives in this warning are there to avoid personal injuries.
IMPORTANT
A warning at this risk level signifi es possible
property damage.
If the situation is not avoided it could lead to property damage.
The directives in this warning are there to avoid property ►
damage.
NOTICE
A notice signifi es additional information that will assist you in ►
the operation of the appliance.
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Introduction
Intended use
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This appliance is intended ONLY for non-commercial use to control
sprinklers and irrigation systems.
The appliance may only be used in outdoor areas.
This appliance is not intended for any other use or for uses beyond
those mentioned.
WARNING
Risks from unintended use!
Risks can arise if the appliance is used for unintended purposes
and/or other types of use.
Use the appliance exclusively for its intended purposes. ►
Observe the procedures described in these operating instructions. ►
Claims of any kind for damage resulting from unintended use will not
be accepted.
The operator alone bears liability.
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Safety
Safety
In this chapter you receive important safety information regarding
the handling of the appliance.
This appliance complies with the statutory safety regulations. Incorrect
usage can, however, lead to personal and property damage.
Basic Safety Instructions
For safe handling of the appliance observe the following safety
information:
Before use check the appliance for visible external damage.
■
Do not take into operation an appliance that is damaged or has
been dropped.
Individuals who, due to their physical, intellectual or motor
■
abilities, are incapable of operating the appliance safely may
only use the appliance under supervision or direction from a
responsible person.
Only permit children to use the appliance under supervision.
■
Repairs should be carried out ONLY by authorized specialist ■
companies or by the Customer Service Department. Incorrect
repairs could result in signifi cant risks for the user. In addition,
warranty claims would become void.
A repair to the appliance during the warranty period may only
■
be carried out by a repair and servicing fi rm authorised by the
manufacturer, if it is not, additional warranty claims for subsequent damages cannot be accepted.
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Defective components may only be replaced with original replace- ■
ment parts. Only by using original replacement parts can it be
guaranteed that the safety requirements are being complied with.
Avoid direct solar radiation.
■
Do not operate the appliance adjacent to open fl ames. ■
Check the appliance and its supply lines at regular intervals for ■
watertightness and fault-free functioning.
Interaction with batteries
WARNING
Risks from improper use!
For the safe handling of batteries observe the following safety
instructions:
►
Do not throw batteries into a fi re.
Never short-circuit batteries. ►
Do not attempt to recharge batteries. ►
Regularly check the condition of the batteries. Leaking battery ►
acid can cause permanent damage to the appliance.
Special caution should be applied when handling damaged
or leaking batteries. Risks of acid burns!
Wear protective gloves.
Store batteries in a place inaccessible to children. If one ►
should be swallowed, seek medical attention IMMEDIATELY.
Remove the batteries from the appliance if you are not ►
planning to use it for an extended period.
Safety
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Connection
Connection
Safety instructions
WARNING
During the commissioning of the appliance personal injury and property damage could occur!
To avoid risks, pay heed to the following safety instructions:
►
Packaging material should not be used as a play thing.
There is a risk of suff ocation!
Items supplied and initial inspection
The appliance is supplied with the following components as standard:
Watering Computer ▯
Adapter 33.3 mm to 26.5 mm (G1” to G3/4”) ▯
Coupling unit ▯
These operating instructions ▯
NOTICE
Check the contents to make sure everything is there and for ►
visible damage.
If the contents are incomplete, or have been damaged due ►
to defective packaging or transportation, contact the Service
Hotline (see chapter Service).
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Disposal of the packaging
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The packaging protects the appliance from transport damage. The
packaging materials are selected from the point of view of their environmental friendliness and disposal technology and are therefore
recyclable.
The recirculation of packaging into the material circuit
saves on raw material and reduces generated waste.
Dispose of packaging material that is no longer needed
according to the regionally established regulations.
NOTICE
If possible preserve the appliance's original packaging ►
during the warranty period so that, in the case of a warranty
claim, you can package the appliance properly for return.
Requirements for the installation location
For the safe and trouble-free operation of the appliance the following
requirements must be met at the installation location:
The temperature of the water fl owing through it may be a max.
■
of 40°C.
Use only clean freshwater.
■
Connect the appliance perpendicularly, with the hose connection ■
underneath.
Minimum operating temperature +5°C
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Connection
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Connection
Connecting the appliance
IMPORTANT
This Programmable Water Timer may only be connected to a
drinking water outlet fi tted with a safety device that corresponds
to at least TYPE HD as per EN 1717 (non-return valve with
pipe ventilation).
►
Appropriate adapters are commercially available.
NOTICE
The appliance is equipped with a coupling nut ►
taps with a 33.3 mm thread (G1"). The adapter 10 is used to
connect the appliance to water taps with a 26.5 mm thread
(G ³/₄"). Should leaks/spills be encountered when using the
adapter 10, it is recommended that you wrap the thread of
the tap with Tefl on sealing tape.
For a 26,5 mm thread (G ³⁄₄"): Screw the adapter ♦
water tap.
Screw the coupling nut
♦
resp. the adapter.
Screw the coupling unit
♦
the connect a hose to the coupling unit.
Open the water tap.
♦
6
onto the thread of the water tap
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onto the hose connection. You can
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for water
10
Connecting the rain sensor
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onto the
NOTICE
Pay heed to the operating instructions for the rain sensor. ►
Slide the two levers upwards to release the clamps ♦
Insert the cable ends of the connection cables into the clamps
♦
then slide the two levers down to lock it again.
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Inserting/replacing the batteries
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Unlock the battery compartment and pull the battery compart- ♦
ment down and out of the appliance.
Remove the discharged batteries.
♦
Insert 2 Type AA batteries (LR06-Mignon) into the battery ♦
compartment. Ensure that the polarities are correct.
Push the battery compartment back in the appliance until it
♦
clicks into place.
The display is switched on, the system time starts at 0:00 and
the hour display blinks for a short time.
General Description
Appliance overview
See in addition the illustrations on the fold-out side.
Display
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Rotary knob: change adjustable values
3
Button M
4
Button
5
Button ON/OFF
6
Coupling nut
7
Clamps for connection of a rain sensor
8
Hose connection
9
Battery compartment
10
Adapter G1" to G3/4"
11
Coupling unit
General Description
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General Description
Display
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H
Display areaMeaning
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
H
I
System time
Time for the next watering
Run time/Water fl ow
Battery charge level
Display Summer Time
Display Rain Sensor
Display Watering
Weekday
Watering interval
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B
C
D
E
G
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Operation/Programming
Operation/Programming
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In this chapter you will receive important information about the
operation and programming of the appliance.
General information
By pressing the button ■M 3 you activate the programming
mode.You can either carry out all settings in succession or,
by repeatedly pressing the button M 3, switch between the
following setting options:
―
System time (actual time/weekday)
Water fl ow in % ―
Time for the next watering ―
Duration of the watering ―
Watering interval ―
Standby (Programming mode terminated and watering ―
programme active).
■
After about 1 minute without input the appliance returns to
standby mode.All values already programmed are retained.
By pressing the button
■ON/OFF 5 the programming mode can
be terminated at any time. All values already programmed are
retained.
Programming the appliance
System time ( A)
Press the button
♦M 3 once. The hour indicator and the clock
symbol blink.
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The minute indicator and the clock symbol
blink.
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enter in the required value and press
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Using the rotary knob ♦
the button 4. The clock symbol and a triangle blink
before the currently programmed weekday.
Using the rotary knob
♦
button 4. The symbol % and the currently programmed
value for the water fl ow blink.
Water fl ow ( C)
NOTICE
The setting for the water fl ow aff ects the watering duration: ►
0%: Watering deactivated.
<100%: Watering duration reduced by the set factor.
=100%: Watering duration as set
>100%: Watering duration extended by the set factor.
♦M 3 until the symbol % and the
Repeatedly press the button
currently set level for the water fl ow blink (not necessary if you
have already programmed the system time).
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The indicator Next Watering and the
time indicator blink.
2
enter in the required value and press
2
enter in the weekday and press the
2
enter in the required value and press
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Time for the next watering
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Repeatedly press the button
♦M 3 until the indicator Next
Watering and the hour indicator blink (not necessary if you
have already programmed the water fl ow).
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button
Next Watering blink.
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The indicator Run Time and the hour
indicator blink.
C
Run Time (
Repeatedly press the button
♦M 3 until the indicator Run Time
)
and the hour indicator blink (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the next watering).
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The minute indicator and the indicator
Run Time blink.
Using the rotary knob
♦
press the button 4. The display for setting the watering
frequency blinks.
Operation/Programming
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enter in the required value and press
4. The minute indicator and the indicator
2
enter in the required value and press
2
enter in the required value and press
2
enter in the required value and
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Operation/Programming
H
Watering frequency ( H or I)
NOTICE
You can set the watering frequency via the watering interval ►
(I) or via the day of the week ( H).
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Watering interval ()
I
Repeatedly press the button ♦M 3 until the indicator for setting
the watering frequency blinks (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the next watering duration).
Using the rotary knob
♦
2
set the required watering interval:
8h/12h/24h (every 8/12/24 hours) resp. 2nd/3rd/5th/
7th (every 2nd/3rd/5th/7th day).
♦4. The programming mode is terminated
Press the button
and the watering programme is active.
Weekday ( )
Repeatedly press the button ♦M 3 until the indicator for setting
the watering frequency blinks (not necessary if you have already
programmed the time for the watering duration).
Using the rotary knob
♦
2
select, one after the other, each day
of the week and then decide, by repeatedly pressing the button
4, if on this day a watering will take place (symbol
is indicated) or not (symbol is not indicated).
Press the button
♦M 3 to complete the programming. The program-
ming mode is terminated and the watering programme is active.
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Operation/Programming
Stopping the watering
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During watering, press the ♦ ON/OFF 5 button to stop the
watering.
Setting the Summer Time
While the appliance is in standby mode, press and hold the ♦
button 4 for at least 2 seconds. In the display appears
Summer and the time is advanced by 1 hour.
Press and hold the button
♦4 again for 2 seconds to
deactivate Summer Time.
Rain sensor
Before each watering, the signal from the optional rain sensor is
queried:
LOW: Watering is carried out as scheduled.
HIGH: Watering is not carried out. The rain sensor symbol
for one minute.
Manual watering
Press the ♦ON/OFF 5 button. The indicator Run Time and
the hour indicator blink.
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The minute indicator and the indicator
Run Time blink.
Using the rotary knob
♦
the button 4. The watering starts. On expiry of the
set time, the watering is ended and the appliance returns to
standby mode.
2
enter in the required value and press
2
enter in the required value and press
F
blinks
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Operation .../Cleaning
Battery charge level
In the event of a low battery charge level, the symbol D blinks.
All other displays are deactivated.
For as long as the symbol fl ashes, a watering is not possible.
A possibly commenced watering will be terminated.
NOTICE
The programming is saved for 120 seconds. Should the bat- ►
tery exchange take longer, the appliance must be reprogrammed.
Cleaning
Safety instructions
IMPORTANT
Possible damage to the appliance.
Penetrating moisture could cause damage to the appliance.
To avoid irreparable damage to the appliance, when you ►
are cleaning it ensure that no moisture can penetrate into the
battery compartment.
■
Clean the housing exclusively with a lightly moistened cloth and
a mild detergent.
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Cleaning/Troubleshooting
Cleaning the sieve
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Close the water tap.
♦
Allow the appliance to drain. ♦
Unscrew the coupling nut ♦
resp. the adapter.
♦
Remove the cone-shaped sieve from the water inlet in the
coupling nut.
Clean the sieve.
♦
Replace the sieve. ♦
Screw the coupling nut ♦
resp. the adapter.
Open the water tap.
♦
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from the thread of the water tap
6
onto the thread of the water tap
Troubleshooting
In this chapter you will receive important information for malfunction
localization and remedies. Observe the instructions in order to avoid
risks and damage.
Safety instructions
WARNING
Observe the following safety information to avoid risks and
property damage:
►
Repairs to electronic appliances may only be carried out
by specialists who have been trained by the manufacturer.
Considerable risk to the consumer and damage to the
appliance can occur as a result of incompetent repairs.
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Troubleshooting
Malfunction causes and remedies
The following table will help with localizing and remedying minor
malfunctions:
DefectPossible causeSolution
Remove the batteries
appears
Indicator
on the display
No indicators on the
display
Watering does not
commence
Incorrect programming/programme
crash
No batteries inserted Insert batteries.
Batteries are discharged
Water tap closedOpen the water tap.
False programming
NOTICE
If you cannot solve the problem with the aforementioned ►
solutions, please contact Customer Services.
and wait until the
indicator is no longer
shown on the display.
Then replace the
batteries.
Replace the batteries.
Check the programming.
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Storage/Disposal
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Storage
Close the water tap. ♦
Loosen the hose from the coupling unit. ♦
Release the clamps ♦
the rain sensor.
Allow the appliance to drain.
♦
Loosen the coupling nut ♦
Remove the batteries.
♦
Store the appliance at a dry and frost-free location. ♦
Disposal of the appliance
Do not dispose of the appliance in your
normal domestic waste. This product is
subject to the provision of European Directive 2002/96/EC-WEEE (Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment).
Dispose of the appliance through an approved disposal
centre or at your community waste facility. Observe
the currently applicable regulations. In case of doubt,
please contact your waste disposal centre.
Storage/Disposal
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and withdraw the connection cable for
6
.
Disposing of the batteries
Do not dispose of the batteries with household waste. All consumers
are statutorily obliged to dispose of batteries at a collection site in
their community/city district or at a retail store. This obligation is intended to ensure that batteries are disposed of in an environmentally
safe fashion. Only hand in batteries/cells that are fully discharged.
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Appendix
Appendix
Technical data
Dimensions (W x H x D)140 x 87 x 123mm
Weightapprox. 470g
Programme durationup to 7 days
Operating pressure
max. Water temperature40°C
Power supply
Minimum rate of fl ow28l/min
Water connection
Protection typeIP X4
Run Time
Water fl ow0 - 200%
Watering intervals
34,5 - 827kPa
(0,34 - 8,27bar)
2 Batteries
1.5 V Type AA
G3/4" (26.5mm) or
G1" (33.3 mm)
1 min to 958 min.
(with water fl ow 200%)
8/12/24 hours/
2/3/5/7 days or individual
choice of weekday
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Notes on the EC Declaration of Conformity
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With regard to conformity with essential requirements
and other relevant provisions, this appliance complies
with the guidelines of the Electromagnetic Compatibility
Directive 2004/108/EC.
The complete original declaration of conformity can
be obtained from the importer.
Warranty
The warranty for this appliance is for 3 years from the date of
purchase. The appliance has been manufactured with care and
meticulously examined before delivery.
Please retain your receipt as proof of purchase. In the case of a warranty claim, please make contact by telephone with our Customer
Service Department. Only in this way can a post-free despatch for
your goods be assured.
NOTICE
The warranty covers only claims for material and manu- ►
facturing defects, but not for transport damage, wearing
parts or for damage to fragile components, e.g. buttons or
batteries.
This product is for domestic use only and is not intended for commercial use. The warranty is void in the case of abusive and improper
handling, use of force and internal tampering not carried out by our
authorised service branch.
Your statutory rights are not restricted in any way by this warranty.
The warranty period is not extended by repairs made under the warranty. This applies also to replaced and repaired parts.
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Appendix
Damages and defects extant at the time of purchase must be
reported immediately after unpacking, resp. no later than two days
after the date of purchase.
Repairs made after the lapse of the warranty period are subject to
charge.
EY-vaatimustenmukaisuusvakuutusta koskevia ohjeita .46
Takuu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46
Huolto . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47
Maahantuoja . . . . . . . . . .47
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Johdanto
Tietoja tästä käyttöohjeesta
Tämä käyttöohje on kastelutietokoneen FBC 7 A1 (jatkossa "laite")
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osa ja antaa tärkeitä ohjeita laitteen määräystenmukaisesta käytöstä,
turvallisuudesta, liitännästä sekä hallinnasta.
Käyttöohjeen on oltava jatkuvasti saatavilla laitteen läheisyydessä.
Jokaisen laitteen käytön ja häiriönpoiston kanssa tekemisissä olevan
henkilön on luettava se ja noudatettava sitä.
Säilytä tämä käyttöohje ja luovuta se laitteen mukana seuraavalle
omistajalle.
Tekijänoikeus
Tämä asiakirja on suojattu tekijänoikeuden nojalla.
Kaikenlainen monistaminen, esim. kaikenlainen jälkipainanta, myös
osittain, sekä kuvien toistaminen, myös muutetussa muodossa, on
sallittua ainoastaan valmistajan kirjallisella suostumuksella.
Vastuun rajoittaminen
Kaikki tämän käyttöohjeen sisältämät tekniset tiedot, liitäntää ja käyttöä koskevat tiedot ja ohjeet vastaavat painohetkellä viimeisintä tilaa
ja ne on annettu tähänastisten kokemustemme ja tietojemme pohjalta
parhaan tietomme mukaan.
Tämän käyttöohjeen tiedoista, kuvista ja kuvauksista ei voida johtaa
minkäänlaisia korvausvaatimuksia.
Valmistaja ei vastaa vahingoista, joiden syynä on käyttöohjeen
noudattamatta jättäminen, määräystenvastainen käyttö, asiattomasti
suoritetut korjaukset, luvattomasti suoritetut muutokset tai muiden kuin
sallittujen varaosien käyttö.
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Varoitukset
Tässä käyttöohjeessa käytetään seuraavia varoituksia:
VAROITUS
Tämän vaaratason varoitus on merkkinä mahdollisesti vaarallisesta tilanteesta.
Mikäli vaarallista tilannetta ei vältetä, se voi johtaa loukkaantumisiin.
►
Noudata tämän varoituksen ohjeita välttääksesi henkilövammat.
HUOMIO
Tämän vaara-asteen varoitus on merkkinä mahdollisesta aineellisesta vahingosta.
Mikäli tilannetta ei vältetä, se voi johtaa aineellisiin vahinkoihin.
Noudata tämän varoituksen ohjeita välttääksesi aineelliset ►
vahingot.
OHJE
Ohje on merkkinä lisätiedoista, jotka helpottavat laitteen ►
käsittelyä.
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Määräystenmukainen käyttö
Tämä laite on tarkoitettu ei-kaupalliseen käyttöön sadettimien ja
kastelujärjestelmien ohjaukseen.
Laitetta saa käyttää ainoastaan ulkona.
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Toinen tai tämän ylittävä käyttö katsotaan määräystenvastaiseksi.
VAROITUS
Muun kuin määräystenmukaisen käytön aiheuttama vaara!
Laite saattaa aiheuttaa vaaraa, jos sitä käytetään määräystenvastaisesti ja/tai muulla tavalla.
Käytä laitetta ainoastaan määräystenmukaisesti. ►
Noudata tässä käyttöohjeessa kuvattuja toimintatapoja. ►
Emme vastaa määräystenvastaisesta käytöstä aiheutuvista vahingoista.
Vastuu on yksinomaan käyttäjällä.
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