Toro Wireless RainSensorTM Model 53770 Sprinkler Irrigation Owners Manual

Initial Receiver Testing
Reconnect power to the controller and verify  the Receiver’s Power Indicator is illumi-
nated. Hold the Sensor/Transmitter at close range  to the Receiver, then lightly press
and hold the Test Spindle. The Sensor Status  Indicator should illuminate and remain
on until the Test Spindle is released. The  Signal Indicator should also illuminate during
the test to verify good signal strength.  If either indicator does not illuminate, recheck
your wiring. Verify that both antennas are  fully extended and straight.
Rainfall Adjustment (Figure 6)
Prior to installing the Sensor/Transmitter,
check the current setting on the Rainfall
Adjustment Cap. The RainSensor can be
adjusted to detect average rainfall amounts
of 1/8", 1/4", 1/2", 3/4" or 1" before sus-
pending watering.
Figure 6
1/8"
1/2"
1"
1/4"
To adjust, turn the cap from the current set-
ting and engage the stationary pins with the
desired slot position. Be sure to align the
slot and pin properly as this adjustment
does not require excessive force.
3/4"
Note: Avoid using the 1/8" setting in high-humidity conditions.
Sensor/Transmitter Installation
Select an installation site for the Sensor/Transmitter  as close to the Receiver as possi-
ble to avoid interference of the wireless  signal. The Sensor/Transmitter must be
installed where it has unobstructed exposure to  rainfall and the sunlight conditions are
similar to those of the landscape being  watered. Make sure the RainSensor will not be
in contact with spray from the sprinklers  or runoff from the roof.
Testing Signal Strength at the Installation Site
Before installing the Sensor/Transmitter, test the signal  strength again from the select-
ed installation site. The Receiver’s Signal Indicator  verifies the strength of the last
valid received signal. To clear the Signal  Indicator from the previous test, simply press
the Smart Bypass button once, then once  again to exit the bypass mode.
Test the Sensor/Transmitter as described in “Initial  Receiver Testing” above. A steady
Signal light indicates a good signal. A flashing indicator light indicates  a fair signal. If
the indicator does not illuminate, the Sensor/Transmitter  is not providing a valid signal
for operation. Refer to “Solving Reception Problems” on page 10 before continuing.
Testing Control System Operation
To test the Wireless RainSensor operation with  the irrigation system controller, acti-
vate a watering zone which is visible  from the Sensor/Transmitter location.
Note: The manual activation cycle of some  controllers bypasses the sensor inputs. If
the Receiver is connected to the controller’s  sensor inputs, you will need to run an
automatic/timed watering program for these types of  controllers.
With the sprinklers on, manually activate the  Sensor/Transmitter by pressing and hold-
ing the Test Spindle. The sprinklers should shut  off within a short time. If they do not
shut off, recheck the Receiver wiring connections  at the controller. If the controller has
a sensor control or bypass switch, make  sure the switch is set to the position that will
enable the sensor circuit to be active.
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