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Installation Guide and Operations Manual
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Rain+Birdt
ESP-RZX Controller
Installation Guide and Operations Manual
Contents
Introduction
Welcome to Rain Bird ...................................... 1
Controller Features ......................................... 1
Controls and Indicators ................................... 1
Key Functions ..................................................................... 1
Normal Operation
Auto ................................................................. 2
Off .................................................................... 2
Basic Programming
Date/Time ........................................................2
Zone Schedule ................................................. 3
Select Zone ......................................................................... 3
Set Watering Run Times ................................................ 3
Set Watering Start Times ............................................... 3
Set Watering Start Days ................................................. 4
Custom Days ..................................................................4
Odd Days .........................................................................4
Even Days .........................................................................4
Cyclic Days.......................................................................4
Additional Features
Manual Watering ............................................. 5
Water ALL Zones: ..............................................................5
Water ONE Zone: ..............................................................6
Seasonal Adjust ............................................... 6
Installation
Indoor Model ................................................... 7
Mount Controller ..............................................................7
Connect Power .................................................................. 7
Outdoor Model ................................................ 8
Mount Controller ..............................................................8
Connect Power .................................................................. 8
Wiring Connections ....................................... 10
Connect Zone Valves ................................................... 10
Connect Master Valve ................................................. 10
Connect Pump Start Relay ........................................ 11
Connect Rain Sensor ................................................... 11
Options and Special Features
Install Batteries ............................................. 12
Reset Button .................................................. 12
Rain Sensor Bypass ....................................... 12
Set Bypass for All Zones ............................................. 12
Troubleshooting
Error Detection .............................................. 13
Watering Issues ............................................. 13
Electrical Issues ............................................. 13
Programming Chart ............................. 14
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Introduction
Welcome to Rain Bird
Thank you for choosing the ESP-RZX Controller from
Rain Bird.
For more than seven decades, Rain Bird has led the irrigation
industry by providing the highest quality products and
services available for state of the art water management.
ESP-RZX Controller
Your new Rain Bird controller is designed to provide
many years of advanced irrigation control.
In this manual are step by step instructions for how to
install and operate your ESP-RZX Controller.
Controls and Indicators
The easy to program user interface allows quick and
efficient setup of customized irrigation schedules.
Controller Features
The ESP-RZX controller has a variety of advanced
water management features, including:
Zone based programming allows independent
irrigation scheduling for dierent areas (Zones), based
on the specic water requirements for each area.
Programs can be set to water on selected days of
the week, odd or even calendar days, or at custom
intervals, allowing enhanced exibility and control of
irrigation schedules.
Multiple Watering Start Times allow you to run the
same program multiple times on the same day.
Seasonal Adjust allows quick adjustment of watering
duration based on weather or other conditions.
Manual Water feature to allow immediate watering of
all Zones or else one Zone at a time.
Accessory connections for future upgradability.
Key Functions
Off
Cancel all active watering
immediately and disable
automatic irrigation.
Seasonal Adjust
Increase or decrease
watering duration (Run
Times) for all Zones.
Manual Watering
Start watering
immediately for all Zones
or for any single Zone.
Zone Schedule
Create customized
irrigation schedules to
run automatically at
specic times, durations
and intervals.
Auto
Watering occurs automatically
according to programmed irrigation
schedules.
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Date/Time
Set the current calendar
Date and Time of day.
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Display Screen
Displays programming
information and active
irrigation status.
Next/Back Keys
Select programming
options.
or – Keys
+
Adust program settings.
NOTE: Press and
HOLD + or – to
accelerate setting
adjustments.
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Normal Operation
BACK OFF ON NEXT
OFF
Off
AUTO
Auto
Watering occurs automatically according to
programmed irrigation schedules.
Press the AUTO key to resume normal operation
whenever programming is completed and to
monitor active watering.
NOTE: 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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PM
Cancel all active watering immediately and
disable automatic irrigation.
Press the OFF key to immediately cancel all
active watering.
Programmed irrigation schedules remain stored in
memory even when the controller is turned o or if
power is lost.
NOTE: Press the AUTO key to resume normal
operation. Automatic irrigation will NOT occur if
the controller remains in OFF mode.
Basic Programming
MD
During Watering:
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol,
the active Zone number and watering Run Time
remaining for that Zone.
Z
Zone
Run
Time
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Press
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.
YYYY
MIN
BACK OFF ON NEXT
or – to adjust watering Run Time
+
DATE/TIME
Set the current calendar Date and Time of day.
DATE
Date/Time
Press the DATE/TIME key.
Press
NEXT to select and set the day (D), then year
(YYYY).
or – to set the month (M); then press
+
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Press
BACK OFF ON NEXT
BACK OFF ON NEXT
PM setting is correct); then press NEXT to select
and set the minutes.
or – to set the hour (ensuring that AM/
+
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Set Watering Run Times
2
Watering Run Times are durations (for example,
20 minutes) set for watering.
NOTE: Run Times can be set between 1 to 199
minutes.
AM
TIME
MD
NOTE: Two AAA batteries can be installed to
retain date and time in the event of a power
outage. See “Install Batteries” for details.
SCHEDULE
Create customized irrigation schedules to run
automatically at specific times, durations and
intervals.
Press the ZONE SCHEDULE key.
Select Zone
1
Zones are designated areas (for example,
“Rose Garden”) that you define as locations for
watering. See “Programming Chart” for details.
YYYY
Zone Schedule
Press
then press NEXT.
Z
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RUN
TIME
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Set Watering Start Times
3
Watering Start Times are times of day at which
watering is set to begin.
NOTE: A total of up to six Start Times (1-6) are
available for each Zone.
Press
that AM/PM setting is correct); then press NEXT.
NOTE: Start Time adjustments are set in 10
minute increments.
or – to set the desired Run Time (MIN);
+
1
2
MIN
BACK OFF ON NEXT
or – to set the 1st Start Time (ensuring
+
Press
then press NEXT.
Z
Zone
O
N
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or – to select the desired Zone Number;
+
BACK OFF ON NEXT
MIN
Z
O
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1
2
START
TIME
MIN
1
2
REPEAT as desired to set additional Start Times
for that Zone.
NOTE: Pressing NEXT when
blinking on the display will advance to Step 4.
3
(OFF) is
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Set Watering Start Days
29
BACK OFF ON NEXT
246 30
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4
Watering Start Days are the calendar days or
intervals (for example, Monday, Wednesday and
Friday) on which watering is allowed.
Press
Watering Start Day options:
or – to select one of four available
+
Press ON or OFF to set each subsequent day of
the week as desired.
4b Odd Days
Press
or – to select
+
135
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then press
NEXT
a. Custom Days - To schedule watering to occur
on selected days of the week, go to 4a.
b. Odd Days - To schedule watering to occur on all
odd calendar days (1,3,5...29 etc.), go to 4b.
c. Even Days - To schedule watering to occur on
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.
4a Custom Days
Press
1
M
or – to select
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4c Even Days
Press
or – to select
+
Z
O
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135 29
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MIN
246 30
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MIN
1
2
1
2
AM
then press
NEXT
AM
SELECTION
DAY
BACK OFF ON NEXT
Press ON (to enable) or OFF (to disable) the
blinking Selection Day. Cursor will then advance
to the next Selection Day.
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BACK OFF ON NEXT
4d Cyclic Days
Press
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4
or – to select
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EVERY
DAYS,STARTING
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BACK OFF ON NEXT
YYYY
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then press NEXT
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2
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Press
BACK OFF ON NEXT
BACK OFF ON NEXT
then press NEXT.
or – key to set the desired Day Cycle;
+
Additional Features
DAY
CYCLE
START
DATE
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then press NEXT.
Z
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EVERY
DAYS,STARTING
MD
or – to set desired Start Date;
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EVERY
DAYS,STARTING
MD
YYYY
YYYY
MIN
MIN
MANUAL
1
2
AM
Start watering immediately for ALL Zones or for
any ONE Zone.
Manual Watering
Water ALL Zones:
Press the MANUAL WATERING key.
ALL Zones appears as the default selection;
press NEXT to continue.
Z
ALL
ZONES
1
2
AM
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MIN
BACK OFF ON NEXT
BACK OFF ON NEXT
NOTE: The Start Date can only be set to occur
within the current day cycle. The display will
always update to show the next scheduled
irrigation day.
THEN
REPEAT steps 1-4 for additional Zones as
desired.
Press
press NEXT to begin watering.
Z
O
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RUN
TIME
E
During Manual Watering:
Press
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.
or – to set the desired Run Time; then
+
MIN
or – to adjust watering Run Time
+
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Water ONE Zone:
BACK OFF ON NEXT
Press the MANUAL WATERING key.
SEASONAL
ADJUST
Seasonal Adjust
ZONE
RUN
TIME
Press
NEXT.
Z
O
N
E
or – to select any ONE Zone; then press
+
MIN
BACK OFF ON NEXT
Press
press NEXT to begin watering.
Z
O
N
E
or – to set the desired Run Time; then
+
MIN
Increase or decrease watering duration (Run
Times) for all Zones.
Press the SEASONAL ADJUST key.
SETTING
Press
SEASONAL ADJUST percentage setting.
NOTE: The SEASONAL ADJUST value can be
adjusted from -90% to +100%. For example,
a +50% adjustment means a Run Time of 10
minutes will become 15 minutes.
NOTE: SEASONAL ADJUST applies to ALL
programmed irrigation schedules.
or – to increase or decrease the
+
BACK OFF ON NEXT
During Manual Watering:
Press
remaining for the active Zone as desired.
or – to adjust watering Run Time
+
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Installation
ACCESSORY
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ACCESSORY
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Indoor Model
Mount Controller
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
Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
unit and hang the unit securely on the mounting
screw.
KEYHOLE
1/8 IN.
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6 FEET
MAX.
3 IN.
NOTE: DO NOT use an outlet that is controlled
by a secondary ON/OFF light switch or GFI
outlet.
Grasp the two handles on either side of the
wiring bay cover and pull it towards you to
remove it.
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Drive a second mounting screw through the
open hole inside the wiring bay and into the
wall. Verify that the unit is fastened securely to
the wall.
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24VAC
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Connect Power
Route the transformer power cord through the
conduit opening at the bottom of the unit.
Connect the two end wires on the power cord
to the two 24VAC terminal connections on the
controller.
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Drive a mounting screw into the wall. Leave an
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the
wall surface.
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24VAC
REMOTE
NOTE: If necesssary, use the provided anchors
to assure that screws can be tightened securely.
Plug the transformer into the electrical outlet.
WARNING: DO NOT plug in the transformer
until you have completed and checked all wiring
connections.
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ACCESSORY
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Outdoor Model
Mount Controller
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.
Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller
unit and hang the unit securely on the mounting
screw.
KEYHOLE
1/8 IN.
OFF
SEASONAL
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MANUAL
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3 IN.
Pull open the outer door of the controller and
swing it to the left; then grasp the wiring bay
cover and pull it towards you to remove it.
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OFF
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BACK OFFON NEXT
Drive a second mounting screw through the
open hole inside the wiring bay and into the
wall. Verify that the unit is fastened securely to
the wall.
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OFF
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24VAC
CONNECT
120 VAC
AUTO
Z
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DATE/TIME
SCHEDULE
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Connect Power
The ESP-RZX outdoor controller has an internal
transformer that reduces supply voltage (120 VAC
in U.S. models; 230 VAC in international models; 240
VAC in Australian models) to 24 VAC. You will need to
connect power supply wires to the transformer’s three
wires. (Line, Neutral, Ground).
Drive a mounting screw into the wall. Leave an
1/8 inch gap between the screw head and the
wall surface.
NOTE: If necesssary, use the provided anchors
to assure that screws can be tightened securely.
WARNING: Electric shock can cause severe
injury or death. Make sure power supply is
turned OFF before connecting power wires.
WARNING: All electrical connections and
wiring runs must comply with local building
codes.
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Locate the transformer wiring compartment in
CONNECT
120 VAC
REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
SENS
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ACCESSORY
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REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
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the lower left corner of the controller unit. Use a
screwdriver to remove the cover and expose the
transformer connection wires.
OFF
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ADJUST
MANUAL
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Power Wiring Connections
120 VAC (US)
Black supply wire (hot)
to the black transformer
wire
White supply wire
(neutral) to the white
transformer wire
Green supply wire
(ground) to the green
transformer wire
230 VAC
(International)
Black supply wire (hot)
to the black transformer
wire
Blue supply wire (neutral)
to the blue transformer
wire
Green-with-yellow-stripe
supply wire (ground) to
the green-with-yellowstripe transformer wire
Route the three external power source wires
through the conduit opening at the bottom of
the unit and into the wiring compartment.
NOTE: If necessary, remove the knock-out on the
bottom of the controller below the transformer
and attach a 1/2 inch conduit to the unit.
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24VAC
REMOTE
Using the provided wire nuts, connect the
external power source wires (two power and
one ground) to the transformer connection
wires inside the wiring compartment.
WARNING: Ground wire must be connected to
provide electrical surge protection.
Verify that all wiring connections are secure,
then replace the wiring compartment cover and
secure it with the screw.
WARNING: DO NOT turn on power until
you have completed and checked all wiring
connections.
NOTE: DO NOT use an outlet that is controlled
by a secondary ON/OFF light switch or GFI
outlet.
NOTE: This appliance is not intended for use
by persons (including children) with reduced
physical, sensory or mental capabilities, or lack
of experience and knowledge, unless they
have been given supervision or instruction
concerning use of the appliance by a person
responsible for their safety.
Children should be supervised to ensure that
they do not play with the appliance.
WARNING: If the supply cord of an outdoor
controller is damaged, it must be replaced by
a special cord or assembly available from the
manufacturer or its service agent.
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If the supply cord of an indoor controller
is damaged, it must be replaced by the
manufacturer, its service agent or similarly
qualied persons in order to avoid a hazard.
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Wiring Connections
ZONE 1
VALV E
POWER
COMMON
ZONE 2
VALV E
ETC.
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REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
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ESP-RZX
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OFF
AUTO
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1
DATE/TIME
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REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
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Connect Master Valve
Connect the valve wires for each Zone and for
(optional) Master Valve, Pump Start Relay or Rain
Sensor.
NOTE: If installing an outdoor model, route
all eld wires through conduit or through the
knock-out on back of the unit.
Connect Zone Valves
Connect the power wire from each Zone valve
to the corresponding Zone number on the
controller terminal block.
Connect the common wire from each valve to
the COMMON (C) terminal.
Connect an optional Master Valve to the ESP-RZX
controller.
Connect the power wire from the master valve
to the master (M) terminal on the controller
terminal block.
Connect the common wire from the master
valve to the COMMON (C) terminal.
POWER
COMMON
MASTER
VALV E
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Connect Pump Start Relay
FIELD
COMMON
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DATE/TIME
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REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
SENS
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ACCESSORY
SENS
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ACCESSORY
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Connect Rain Sensor
Connect an optional Pump Start Relay to the ESPRZX controller.
Pumps are used in some places to draw water from a
well or other source. If you are activating a pump from
the controller, you must install a pump start relay.
A pump start relay connects to the controller in the
same way as a Master Valve, but connects dierently
at the water source.
NOTE: the ESP-RZX controller DOES NOT
provide main power for a pump.
Connect the Relay Input wire from the pump
start relay to the master (M) terminal on the
controller terminal block.
RELAY
INPUT
COMMON
Connect an optional rain sensor to the ESP-RZX
controller.
On the terminal board, remove the jumper wire
from the SENS terminals.
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M
OFF
AUTO
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24VAC
REMOTE
Connect both Rain Sensor wires to the SENS
terminals.
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M
OFF
AUTO
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SEASONAL
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24VAC
REMOTE
PUMP
START
RELAY
Connect the common wire from the pump start
relay to the COMMON (C) terminal.
NOTE: 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
ESP-RZX
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AUTO
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DATE/TIME
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SEASONAL
ADJUST
BACK OFF ON NEXT
ESP-RZX
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OFF
AUTO
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1
DATE/TIME
SCHEDULE
MANUAL
SEASONAL
ADJUST
BACK OFF ON NEXT
REMOTE
24VAC
ACCESSORY
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RESET
Rain Sensor Bypass
Features
Install Batteries
The ESP-RZX can keep Date and Time if batteries
are installed for backup.
NOTE: Your programming is stored in Non-
Volatile memory and will remain in the controller
even if batteries are not installed.
Insert two AAA batteries into the battery slot
above the terminal block, as shown below.
REMOTE
ACCESSORY
24VAC SENS
12345678CM
The controller can be set manually to either OBEY
or IGNORE a Rain Sensor.
NOTE: Rain Sensor Bypass settings cannot be
changed while the controller is irrigating.
Set Bypass for All Zones
Press the AUTO key.
Press and release both BACK and NEXT keys
at the same time to toggle between OBEY and
IGNORE.
OFF
SEASONAL
ADJUST
MANUAL
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AUTO
DATE/TIME
SCHEDULE
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BACK OFF ON NEXT
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Reset Button
If the controller is not working properly, you can
try pressing RESET.
NOTE: 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.
The NO RAIN SENSOR symbol will show on the
display when IGNORE is selected.
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Troubleshooting
Error Detection
The ESP-RZX controller has a built-in error detection that
senses a electrical short circuit or overload condition on a
Zone’s output line.
In the event of an error condition, the following steps
take place regarding the error:
The aected Zone number and “Err” alert message will
show on the display when the unit is in either AUTO or
MANUAL WATERING mode.
All irrigation for the aected Zone is cancelled and
watering advances to the next operable Zone in the
irrigation queue.
NOTE: The controller will attempt to water the
aected Zone again at the next scheduled watering.
Completion of a successful watering will clear the
error condition associated with that Zone.
Watering Issues
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Programmed schedules
and manual watering
functions do not start.
Water source not supplying water. Verify there is no disruption to the main water line
and that all other water supply lines are open and
functioning properly.
Wiring is loose or not properly
connected.
Field wires are corroded or
damaged.
Connected rain sensor may be
activated.
Jumper wire connecting the two
SENS terminals on the terminal
block may be missing or damaged.
Check that eld wiring and master valve or pump start
relay wiring is securely connected at the controller and
in the eld.
Check eld wiring for damage and replace if necessary.
Check wiring connections and replace with watertight
splice connectors if needed.
Let the rain sensor dry out or else disconnect it from the
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
controller will not accept
programming.
An electrical surge may have
interferred with the controller’s
electronics.
Unplug the controller for 2 minutes, then plug it back in.
If there is no permanent damage, the controller should
accept programming and resume normal operation.
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Programming Chart
Before programming your controller, plan the watering
schedule for each Zone using the Programming Chart and
keep it for reference.
In the Zone Description column, enter a brief
description such as “front lawn” or “side yard”.
Enter the Watering Run Time for that Zone.
Enter Watering Start Times (up to six total).
Select Watering Start Days (checkbox). If Custom
Days is selected, circle the days of the week to water.
If Cyclic Days is selected, enter a number from 1-14.
Zone Zone Description
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
Watering
Run Time
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
________
MIN.
Watering Start Times Watering Start Days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
1 ____ : ____ AM PM
2 ____ : ____ AM PM
3 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
4 ____ : ____ AM PM
5 ____ : ____ AM PM
6 ____ : ____ AM PM
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
Odd Days
Cyclic Days every ____ days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
Even Days
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