Toro DDCWP Series Installation And Operating Instructions Manual

DDCWP™ Series

Waterproof Battery
Controller

INSTALLATION AND

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

Controller Specifications:

The DDCWP will run one master valve and one station valve
simultaneously. The DDCWP is a DC controller. This means it ONLY
runs DC latching solenoids. It will not run AC solenoids. It has been
fully tested using Toro DC Latching Solenoids. If you intend to use other
brands, test them before making an installation.

As DC latching solenoids are more susceptible to debris than AC solenoids,
Toro recommends that a filter and master valve be installed in the system.

The DDCWP is tested to be operational under 2 meters of water and is
marked IP68. It is important to completely dry the controller before
opening the battery compartment. It is also important to make waterproof
connections for the longevity of the system components. The DDCWP is
supplied with 3M waterproof connectors for this purpose. If more
connectors are required, Toro recommends 3M DBY type connectors as
these are readily available in most markets.

Connect all field wiring before applying battery power to the controller.
This will insure that all connected DC solenoids are properly calibrated
for operation.

Installation Instructions: DDCWP Controller

Level and mount controller mounting bracket to a solid surface. If
mounting in a valve box, it is suggested to mount the bracket under
the lid and leave sufficient wire so the lid can be removed to access
the controller.

Next connect the solenoid wires to the controller. The controller drives
Toro latching solenoids. It is essential for proper operation that the wire
colors between the solenoid and the controller be matched. The red
controller station wire is connected to the red solenoid wire and the black
controller common wire is attached to the black solenoid wire. It is also
essential that a waterproof wire connection be made. The DDCWP is
shipped with waterproof connectors for this purpose. These can be used
for wire sizes 19 to 26 AWG. (0.9 metric is the largest size wire these
accept)

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Sensor Connection and Operation:

The DDCWP will respond to a Toro, TRS wired Rain Sensor™. Cut the
yellow looped wire from the controller, and using waterproof connectors,
connect the two wires from the rain sensor to either ends of the yellow
controller wires.

The controller will respond to any normally closed (N.C.) rain sensor.
Follow the manufacturers installation instructions.

Activation of the rain sensor cancels irrigation programs until the rain
sensor returns to a closed status.

NOTE: When irrigation is suspended due to the rain sensor,

the display shows: and the rain icon is displayed.

Dial position: WATER DAYS

There are 4 choices for your days selection:

CAL - Select days of the week. (All days are ON as the default)
Int - Select days interval, 1-7 days, and the 1st day to start the inter val
Odd - Irrigation on Odd days (31st day is skipped)
En - Irrigation on Even days.

In CAL position: Press +/ON for operating day or -/OFF to skip the day.

Press NEXT for Interval selection or DIAL for next pro­gramming step.

In "Int" position: Press +/ON or -/OFF to select the watering day interval.

Press NEXT to select the 1st day to start the watering
(using the +/ON or -/OFF buttons).

In Odd position: Press NEXT to select Even days or DIAL.
In Even position: Press NEXT if you wish to go back to CALENDAR.

Press DIAL to advance to START TIME.

Dial position: START TIMES

3 start times per day are available for each program.
(A, B or C)

Press +/ON or -/OFF to set the first start time.
Press NEXT for start 2 and use +/ON or -/OFF to set the

time.
After setting start times, you can Press PROG to start entering data for

another program. The Dial position will automatically move back to the
RUN TIME position for that program.

Note: Start times are stacked to avoid operating more than 2 solenoids

at a time.

Note: To reset the START TIME back to OFF press +/ON and -/OFF

buttons until display shows OFF.

Press DIAL to advance to the “WATER BUDGET” position.

Calendar

Prog. A

Intervalr

Prog. A

day

interval

start

Odd

Prog. A

Even

Prog. A

Dial Position: MANUAL PROGRAMS

The MANUAL PROGRAMS mode allows the
immediate start of an entire program (A, B or C).
When using the MANUAL PROGRAMS feature, the DDCWP will
essentially override the normal start time and begin immediately. Using
MANUAL PROGRAMS does not affect the previously scheduled run times.
They will begin as programmed once the MANUAL PROGRAMS feature
has completed its cycle.

Press PROG to select the program you wish to operate.
The display will show all the stations programmed in the selected program
Press NEXT if you wish to select a different station as the 1st station.
Press +/ON to turn ON the sequence.
Press NEXT to skip from a station that is currently irrigating to the next

one in the sequence.
Press -/OFF to turn OFF the sequence (before it is completed).
The display will show the remaining RUN TIME of each operating station.
Press DIAL to advance to SYSTEM OFF.

Dial Position: OFF

3 main functions can be performed in this dial position.
ALL PROGRAMS OFF - Irrigation is suspended for all programs. It will

remain suspended as long as the DIAL stays in this

position.
Press NEXT to set next function OR Press DIAL to advance to AUTO-RUN
RAIN DELAY: Irrigation is delayed for the selected number of days.

Press +/ON or -/OFF to select the number of days.

The display will show the umbrella, DLY=DELAY and the day the irrigation
will resume (Flashing).

- 9 -

OFF

All Prog.

Rain Delay

0-7 days

Prog. Er.

Prog. A

Press Press Press

Prog. Er.

Prog. B

Prog. Er.

Prog. C

Automatic Voltage Detection

The DDCWP has an automatic voltage detection circuit. Before an
irrigation start is initiated, this circuit checks battery voltage to insure that
there is sufficient voltage remaining to shut the solenoids off. If there is not
sufficient voltage, the program is cancelled and the low battery icon is
turned on in the LCD display. If, during an irrigation programmed start,
voltage falls below a safe level, the program is cancelled and the low
battery icon is turned on.

About the DDCWP memory

This controller is equipped with "on board" back up battery that will keep
the program memory for a few years in case power is not available. The 9
volt battery will turn on both displays and programming is possible.

Maximum Wire Runs for DDCWP Controller

With battery voltage at 9V DC and 7 Bars (105 PSI) of pressure at the
valve, these are the maximum wire runs for an 8 station DDCWP.
AWG # 18 (1.0mm

2

) multi-strand wire – 60m (197')

AWG # 16 (1.5mm

2

) multi-strand wire – 100m (305')

AWG # 14 (2.5mm

2

) multi-strand wire – 150m (493')

AWG # 12 (4.0mm

2

) multi-strand wire – 250m (820')

The Toro Promise — Limited Two-Year Warranty

The Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement
between them, jointly warrants, to the owner, each new piece of equipment (featured
in the current catalog at date of installation) against defects in material and workmanship
for a period described below, provided they are used for irrigation purposes under
manufacturer's recommended specifications. Product failures due to acts of God (i.e.,
lightning, flooding, etc.) are not covered by this warranty. Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty
Company is liable for failure of products not manufactured by them even though such
products may be sold or used in conjunction with Toro products. During such warranty
period, we will repair or replace, at our option, any part found to be defective. Your
remedy is limited solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts. Return the defective
part to your local Toro distributor, who may be listed in your telephone directory Yellow
Pages under "Irrigation Supplies" or "Sprinkler Systems," or contact The Toro Warranty
Company P.O. Box 489, Riverside, California, 92502. Phone [phone] for the
location of your nearest Toro distributor or outside the U.S., call [phone]. This
warranty does not apply where equipment is used, or installation is performed, in any
manner contrary to Toro’s specifications and instructions, nor where equipment is altered
or modified. Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of equipment, including but not limited
to: vegetation loss, the cost of substitute equipment or services required during periods
of malfunction or resulting non-use, property damage or personal injury resulting from
installer’s actions, whether negligent or otherwise. Some states do not allow the exclusion
or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion
may not apply to you. All implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness
for use, are limited to the duration of this express warranty. Some states do not allow
limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the above limitation may not apply to
you. This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary
from state to state. The DDCWP controller is covered by this warranty for a period of two
years from the date of installation.