Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 212 Toro
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R MANUAL START ON NEXT OFF PROGRAMS B C A GreenKeeper 212 Features: • Easily Expandable Up To 12 Stations With 2-Station Plug-In Modules • 3 Watering Programs With: - Calendar, Interval and Odd/ Even Days - 1 Min.
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Introduction and Set Up ■ GreenKeeper 212 Components......................2-5 ■ Sprinkler System Basics ....................................6 ■ Watering Program Basics ..................................7 ■ Watering Program Details ............
Controller Components GreenKeeper 212 Intr oduction and Set Up 2 1 3 BATTERY 2.
GreenKeeper 212 Components The following are brief descriptions of the controller com- ponents and display elements. Each of these items will be explained in further detail within the appropriate pro- gramming, operating and installation sections of this guide.
Controller Components 3 - Control Dial Positions (continued) SEASON ADJUST – Enables the run time of all zones in a program to be simultaneously increased or decreased in 10% increments. OFF – Shuts off and prevents all automatic and manual watering activity.
5 BATTERY 16 17 18 5 6 7 10 11 12 13 14 9 8 15 3 4 Controller Components.
The three main components of every automatic sprinkler system are the controller, station control valves and sprinklers. The controller is the brain of the system, telling the control valves when and how long to supply water to the sprin- klers. The sprinklers direct and control the water applied to the lawn and plants.
A watering program requires three basic instructions to operate automatically: • What days to water – called watering days • When to water – called a program start time • How long to water .
This section covers in detail each of the three parts of a watering program – watering days, program start times and station run times. Selecting Watering Days The GreenKeeper 212 provides four options for schedul- ing watering days: Calendar, Interval, Odd or Even and Off.
Selecting Program Start Times A program start time is the time of day you select to begin an automatic program watering cycle. It is important to remember that a program only requires one start time to operate automatically.
It is always helpful to plan your watering schedule on paper before beginning the programming steps. You will have a record of your watering schedule and station loca- tions which can be kept with your GreenKeeper 212 after it is installed. A watering schedule form is provided on page 12 for you to fill out.
11 (Example).
12 SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA 1 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 23 4 5 6 7 1 23 4 5 6 7 1 23 4 5 6 7 CALENDAR LOCATION ZONE ZONE RUN TIME ZONE RUN TIME ZONE RUN TIME WAT.
The GreenKeeper 212 utilizes a 9-volt battery to retain its watering program information in the event of a main power interruption. This battery backup feature also enables your controller to be fully programmed for operation right out of the box — before installation — in the comfort of your home.
24-Hour Clock Mode The GreenKeeper 212 is set to display time in the 12-hour clock mode. If you prefer to use a 24-hour clock mode (military time), select this option by remov- ing the 12/24 Hour Selector Jumper (5). To store the jumper, install it on one pin as shown.
15 The GreenKeeper 212 program memory can be reset to the permanent program values or cleared completely at any time without removing power. Resetting the permanent program erases all user input and replaces it with the permanent program values. Clearing the program memory sets all program values to Off (i.
16 Note: To select the 24-hour clock mode, see page 14. Turn the control dial to the CURRENT TIME / DAY position (the hour digits will begin flashing). To adjust the display, press the +/ ON button to scroll the digits forward or the – / OFF button to scroll the digits backward.
For each program, you can select Calendar, Interval Odd, Even or Off. To set a Calendar schedule, continue here. To set an Interval schedule see page 18. To set an Odd or Even schedule see page 19. To turn Off a pro- gram, see page 19. Setting A Calendar Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position.
Setting An Interval Schedule Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position. Check the PROGRAMS switch setting. If necessary, reposition the switch to select the desired program. The current watering schedule will be displayed. If Int (Interval) is not displayed, press the +/ ON or – / OFF button as needed to select Int .
Setting An Odd or Even Schedule Note: The Odd/Even Selector Jumper must be removed this type of watering schedule. See page 14 for details. Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS position. Check the PROGRAMS switch setting. If necessary, reposition the switch to select the desired program.
Turn the control dial to the PROGRAM START TIME position. Check the PROGRAMS switch setting. If necessary, reposition the switch to select the desired program. Program start time number 1 will begin flashing. The current program start time or OFF will be displayed for start time number 1.
Turn the control dial to the STATION TIMES position. Check the PROGRAMS switch setting. If necessary, reposition the switch to select the desired program.
Note : The GreenKeeper 212 controller is not weather resistant and must be installed indoors or in a pro- tected area. For outdoor installation, a weather-resistant outdoor cabi- net is available. Order model number GK212-CAB-01 for domestic controllers or GK212-CAB-02 for export controllers.
1. Route the valve control wires between the valves and the controller. Note: Using 18 AWG (0.75mm 2 ) multi-wire sprinkler valve connection cable is recommended. This cable is insulated for direct burial and is color-coded to sim- plify installation.
(Optional) CAUTION: To prevent controller damage, ensure the relay current draw does not exceed 0.35 Amps. Do not connect the controller directly to the pump starter. 1. Route a wire pair from the pump relay into the con- troller housing. 2. Connect one wire to the terminal labeled COM (12).
(Optional) The Toro Rain Switch is a remote rain sensor which can be connected directly to your GreenKeeper 212 to auto- matically interrupt watering during rain. A sensor bypass switch is provided which enables the Rain Switch operation to be turned On and Off.
The GreenKeeper 212 controller has three modes of operation: Automatic, Manual and Off. In the Automatic mode the controller tracks the time and day and oper- ates the automatic watering schedules. The Manual mode enables the watering programs to be started and controlled manually at any time.
Manual operation enables the automatic watering pro- grams or selected stations assigned to the program to be started manually. During operation, temporary changes can be made to increase or decrease the station run time, step through the station sequence and pause or stop watering using the “ Watering Control Features ” described on page 28.
The following watering control features enable you to fur- ther control the watering program during operation. All watering control features apply to watering programs started manually and automatically. To Pause Watering Press the +/ ON and – / OFF buttons at the same time .
When the control dial is turned to the OFF position, the controller immediately shuts off any watering operation currently in progress. Leaving the control dial in the OFF position will prevent all automatic and manual watering operations. The controller will continue to track the current time and day of the week.
Changes in season and temperature generally require a change in station run time to maintain a healthy land- scape and conserve water. The season adjust feature enables you to change the run time of all zones assigned to a program, simultaneously up or down, in 10% incre- ments – with just the press of a button.
A 0.75 Amp fuse protects the controller from damage due to power surges and excessive current draw through the Station Modules. Before replacing the fuse, check for the probable cause, such as a shorted or improperly connect- ed control valve wire, then replace the fuse as follows: 1.
32 If you are having a problem with the controller, check the following symptoms, possible causes and remedies. If the problem cannot be resolved or you would like assistance with any Toro irrigation .
Housing: Plastic, indoor, wall mount, 7.5" W x 8.5" H x 2" D (19cm W x 21.6cm H x 5cm D) Power Specifications, Domestic Model: Plug-In Transformer, Class 2, UL Listed, CSA Certified (or equivalent) • Input: 120 V a.c. 50/60 Hz, 0.5A • Output: 24 V a.
© 1999 The Toro Company, Irrigation Division Form Number 373-0063 Rev. A Domestic: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pur- suant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harm- ful interference in a residential installation.
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