Hunter OM ProC EM
Hunter OM ProC EM
PC Series
Modular Controller
Indoor/Outdoor Models
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PRO-C COMPONENTS
A
⑦ ① B ⑬ ⑭ ⑮
⑱⑯ ⑰
⑧
⑫
③
②
⑤ ⑨ ⑪ ⑥ ④ ⑩
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PRO-C COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
A LCD Display
Indicates various times, values,
① Main Display
and programmed information
Running Indicates when watering occurs
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PRO-C COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
C ①
➉ ②
⑨ ③
⑧ ④
⑦ ⑤
D ① ② ③ ④ ⑤
⑥ ⑦ ⑧ ⑨
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PRO-C COMPONENTS (CONTINUED)
Set Program Set 1 to 4 start times in each This button will reset the controller.
③ Start Times program ② Reset Button
All programmed data will remain intact
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MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER TO A WALL
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CONNECTING AC POWER
Indoor Cabinet
Route transformer cable through the hole on the bottom left To be performed by a licensed
side of the controller and connect one Yellow Wire to each of the electrician only.
screws marked AC and the Green wire to GND.
Always use UL listed ½” (13 mm) conduit
with male adapter when installing AC
① ② ③ wiring. Pro-C/PCC controllers are
① GND
(Green) intended to be supplied AC power with a
15A rated overcurrent protected device.
② AC1
(Yellow)
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INSTALLING STATION MODULES
The Pro-C controller is supplied with a factory-installed base Installing PCM Modules
module for up to 4 stations. Additional modules may be added in The Pro-C controller is designed with a simple-to-use “Power
increments of 3 stations (PCM-300), 9 stations (PCM-900), or Lock” feature that assures that the modules are energized and
16 stations (PCM-1600). In total, a conventionally wired system firmly secured into the controller. The “Power Lock” can unlock
can be expanded up to 23 stations. Additional modules are sold or lock all modules at once or at the same time by simply pushing
separately. the “Power Lock” slide.
The Pro-C is also compatible with the EZ Decoder System 1. Slide the “Power Lock” into the “Power Off” (unlocked)
(EZDS) for hybrid conventional and two-wire operations. Add position. Insert the PCM or PC-DM modules into the
a Pro-C Decoder Module (PC-DM) to enable control for up to appropriate sequential position in the controller cabinet.
32 total stations. This system uses the same EZ-1 decoders
used with ICC2 and HCC controllers. For more installation and 2. Once all of the modules are in place, slide the “Power Lock”
programming details, please refer to the PC-DM Installation into the “Power On” (locked) position to energize and secure
Guide. the modules into the controller.
Decoder
output slot.
1–4
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CONNECTING STATION WIRES
1. Route valve wires between control valve location
and controller.
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NOTE: The common terminal screw has
moved from the base module and is
now below the sensor terminals. Do not
connect the incoming common wires to COM
the P/MV terminal.
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CONNECTING THE BATTERY (OPTIONAL)
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Connecting a Master Valve (optional)
Connect either wire from Master Valve to the P/MV terminal.
Connect remaining wire to the “COM” (Common) terminal.
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CONNECTING A PUMP START RELAY (OPTIONAL)
To pump
15' (4.5 m) minimum
PSR
P/MV
COM
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CONNECTING A HUNTER “CLIK” WEATHER SENSOR (NOT INCLUDED)
A Hunter weather sensor or other micro-switch-type weather When the weather sensor
sensors can be connected to the Pro-C. The purpose of this has deactivated automatic
sensor is to stop automatic watering when weather conditions watering, “OFF” will appear
dictate. on the display.
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CONNECTING A HUNTER “CLIK” WEATHER SENSOR (CONTINUED)
Testing the Weather Sensor
The Pro-C provides simplified testing of a rain sensor when
the sensor is wired into the sensor circuit. You can manually
test proper operation of the rain sensor by using the One -
Touch Manual Start (see page 30). During the Manual cycle,
pressing the test button on the “Clik-type” sensor
(e.g., Mini-Clik ®) will interrupt watering.
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CONNECTING A HUNTER REMOTE (NOT INCLUDED)
The Pro-C is compatible with Hunter remote controls.
The SmartPort wiring harness (included with all Hunter
remotes) allows for fast and easy use of Hunter controls.
Hunter remotes make it possible for you to operate the system
without having to walk back and forth to the controller.
ttach the red wire to the screw slot marked AC1, attach
4. A
the white wire to the screw slot marked AC2, attach the
blue wire to the screw slot marked REM.
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CONNECTING A HUNTER REMOTE (CONTINUED)
REM
(Blue)
AC2
(White)
AC1
(Red)
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CONNECTING TO THE HUNTER SOLAR SYNC®
The Solar Sync is a sensor system that, when connected The controller will automatically increase or decrease watering
to Hunter Pro-C, will automatically adjust your controller run times based on changes in weather. The result is a new
watering based upon changes in local climate conditions. water-efficient irrigation product that promotes water
The Solar Sync utilizes a solar and temperature sensor conservation and healthier plants. You simply program your
to measure on-site weather conditions used to determine controller like you normally would, and the Solar Sync takes
evapotranspiration (ET), or the rate at which plants and turf over from there, eliminating the need to manually adjust your
use water. In addition, the Solar Sync sensor includes watering schedule.
a Hunter Rain-Clik® and Freeze-Clik® sensor that will shut
For installation and programming instructions of your Hunter
down your irrigation system when it rains and/or during
Solar Sync, please refer to the Solar Sync owner’s manual
freezing conditions.
or visit the Solar Sync support section on our website:
https://hunter.direct/solarsynchelp
hunter.direct/procwifi
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CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC® ET SENSOR
This controller is compatible with the Solar Sync and Wireless Adjust the Region as needed by using the and buttons
Solar Sync systems. Solar Sync is a sensor system that will (refer to page 21 for explanation of Solar Sync Region setting).
automatically adjust the controller’s watering schedule (based Use the button to advance to the right to adjust the Water
on changes in local climate condition) by using the Seasonal Adjust setting as needed (see page 22 for explanation of
Adjust function. The Solar Sync uses a solar and temperature Water Adjust setting).
sensor to determine evapotranspiration (ET), or the rate at
which plants and turf use water, and also includes Hunter Installing the Wireless Solar Sync
Rain-Clik and Freeze-Clik technology that will shut down Connect the Green and Black wire from the Wireless Solar
irrigation when it rains and/or during freezing conditions. Sync Receiver to the “SEN” wiring terminals on the controller.
It does not matter which wire connects to which terminal.
NOTE: Solar Sync will apply a default seasonal adjust Turn the dial to the “Solar Sync Settings” position. The
value of 100% until the first full day (24-hour period)
of weather measurements have been received from display will initially show dashed lines and then will show the
the sensor. default Region setting (3) on the left and the default Water
Adjustment setting (5) on the right. Adjust the region as
needed by using the and buttons (refer to page 13 for
NOTE: Enabling the Sensor Bypass switch has no
effect on the seasonal adjust updates from the explanation of Solar Sync Region setting). Use the button
Solar Sync sensor. It will, however, bypass the Rain- to advance to the right to adjust the Water Adjust setting as
Clik and Freeze-Clik functionality of the sensor.
needed (see page 14 for explanation of Water Adjust setting).
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CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR
Use the following table for choosing your region (reference below).
Region
You can use methods A, B, or C to help you choose which region is
For accurate Solar Sync measurements, the controller needs to best for your area:
be programmed for the average peak season ET for your region.
Use the table below to determine your region. A: Based upon the ET of your region using the average July ET
or peak summer ET (inches/mm per day). This is the preferred
The table will assist you in identifying the type of region you live option when selecting your region.
in. There are four basic ET regions, each with descriptions of the
region, along with typical ET and temperature characteristics. It is B: Based upon the temperature for your region using the average
recommended that, if possible, the region be chosen based upon July or the driest month high temperature (not the highest
average July ET or peak summer ET (inches/mm per day). temperature for July).
IF ANY OF THE CHOICES IN THE ROWS APPLY TO YOUR SITUATION, THEN THAT IS YOUR REGION SETTING CHOICE.
A B C
Region
1 If the average July ET is
< 0.17" (4.3 mm) per day
If the average temperature for July is
65°– 75° (18°C – 24°C)
• U.S. Northern States
• Coastal Regions
Region
2 If the average July ET is 0.18" – 0.23"
(4.6 mm – 5.8 mm) per day
If the average temperature for July is
75° – 85° (24°C – 29°C)
• Mountains
• U.S. Northern Inland States
Region
3 If the average July ET is 0.24" – 0.29"
(6.1 mm – 7.4 mm) per day
If the average temperature for July is
85° – 95° (29°C – 35°C)
• U.S. Southern States
• Inland/High Desert
**For
ForSouthern
Southern Hemisphere locations,use
hemisphere locations, usethe
themonth
monthof
of January.
January.
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CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR
Water Adjustment + Uninstalling a Solar Sync Sensor
-
The Water Adjustment is a 1 to 10 scale that allows for easy If a Solar Sync sensor has been installed, then the seasonal adjust
adjustment of the Seasonal Adjust value from the Solar Sync ET value used by the controller will be calculated from the weather
Sensor. Upon installation of the Solar Sync ET Sensor, keep the data supplied by the Solar Sync sensor.If the Solar Sync sensor is no
Water Adjustment setting at the default value of 5. However, after longer used with the controller, it must be uninstalled. If the Solar
installation, if you find that the seasonal adjust value is lower or Sync sensor is not uninstalled, the controller will not allow the
higher than expected, the Water Adjustment value can be modified seasonal adjust value to be manually changed. For example, if the
to the Seasonal Adjust output value. See Calibration/Setup on page seasonal adjust value shown on the controller was 50 percent when
15 for explanation of how to use Water Adjustment scale to fine-tune the Solar Sync sensor was removed, it will remain 50 percent until
seasonal adjust output value. the Solar Sync sensor is uninstalled.
To uninstall the Solar Sync sensor, simply disconnect the green and
black wires from the controller terminal and then turn the dial to
NOTE: If an individual zone is “wetter” or the “Solar Sync Settings” position. The display should show dashes,
“drier” than the rest of the system, simply indicating that the controller no longer recognizes the Solar Sync
increase or decrease the amount of run sensor for calculation of seasonal adjustment. Now the seasonal
time on the controller. adjust value can be changed manually by turning the knob to the
“Seasonal Adjust” position and using the + or - button to adjust
the value.
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CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR
Calibration/Setup
After Solar Sync has been installed and programmed, allow the system to run for a few days at the initial setting. Because of the variety in site
conditions (including sensor location, amount of direct sunlight available to the sensor, reflective heat from surrounding structures, etc), the
initial setting may require adjustment to arrive at the desired performance. The calibration of the Solar Sync to a particular site can easily be
accomplished by adjusting the Region and/or Water Adjustment settings. The instructions below outline this process:
2. Program Region and allow system to operate at initial setting for a minimum of 3 days
3. Observe the Seasonal Adjust on the controller. If the Seasonal Adjust amount appears to be lower or higher than expected for that time of
year, the Solar Sync settings need to be adjusted.
a. Seasonal Adjust too low: Turn the dial to the Solar Sync settings position. Increase the value on the Water Adjustment scale (10 is max).
Once the setting is changed, the controller will immediately be updated with the new Seasonal Adjust percentage. Increase the Water
Adjustment setting until the desired Seasonal Adjust percentage is shown. If you max out the Water Adjustment scale at 10 and still
require more Seasonal Adjust, move down to the next lower Region (from Region 4 to 3, for example).
b. Seasonal Adjust too high: Turn the dial to the Solar Sync settings position. Decrease the value on the Water Adjustment scale (default
setting is 5). Once the setting is changed, the controller will immediately be updated with the new Seasonal Adjust percentage. Decrease
the Water Adjustment setting until the desired Seasonal Adjust percentage is shown. If you minimize the Water Adjustment scale down
to 1 and still require a reduction in Seasonal Adjust, move up the next Region (from Region 2 to 3, for example).
Station Run Times: It is important to understand that Solar Sync provides a global seasonal adjustment to the controller. This means that
all station run times will be modified by the seasonal adjust percentage shown. When programming the controller, the run times should be
entered that represent peak season watering schedules. If the Solar Sync is adjusting to the appropriate seasonal adjust value but the run time
for a particular station appears to be too long/short, adjust the station run time in the controller program.
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SETTING THE CURRENT DATE AND TIME
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SETTING PROGRAM START TIMES
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SETTING STATION RUN TIMES
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SETTING A WATERING SCHEDULE
1. Turn the dial to the WATER DAYS position. Selecting Odd or Even Days to Water
2. The display will show the last program selected (A, B, This feature uses numbered day(s) of the month for watering
or C). You can switch to another program by pressing the instead of specific days of the week (odd days: 1st, 3rd, 5th, etc.;
PRG button. even days: 2nd, 4th, 6th, etc.)
3. The controller displays currently programmed active day 1. With the cursor on SUN in specific days of the week mode
schedule information. You can choose to water on specific press the → button once. ODD will flash on the screen.
days of the week, or you can choose interval watering, or 2. If even day watering is desired, press the - button once. EVEN
choose to water on odd days or even days. Each program can will flash on the screen. You can move back and forth from
operate using only one type of water day option. ODD to EVEN by pressing the - button.
3. O
nce you selected odd or even day watering, turn the dial
Selecting Specific Days
back to the RUN TIMES position.
of the Week to Water
1. Press the + button to activate
a particular day of the week to
water (the display always starts
with Monday). Press the - button
to cancel watering for that day.
After pressing a button, the
display automatically advances
to the next day. A icon indicates
a water day. A icon indicates a
no water day.
NOTE: The 31st of any month and
February 29th are always “OFF” days
2. After programming, set the if Odd day watering is selected.
dial to the RUN position to
enable automatic execution
of all selected programs
and start times.
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SETTING A WATERING SCHEDULE (CONTINUED)
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OPTIONS FOR RUNNING YOUR IRRIGATION SYSTEM
Manually Run a Single Station 1. Turn the dial to the SEASONAL ADJUST position.
1. Turn the dial to the MANUAL position. 2. Press the + or - buttons to set the percentage
2. Station run time will flash in the display. Use the → desired from 5 percent to 300 percent.
button to move to the desired station. You may then To view the new adjusted run time, turn the dial
use the + and - buttons to select the amount of time to set run time’s position. The displayed run times will be
for a station to water. updated accordingly as the seasonal adjustment
3. Turn the dial to the RUN position to run is made.
the station (only the designated station
will water, then controller will return to
automatic mode with no change in the
previously set program).
NOTE : The Manual single station function ignores any NOTE: The controller should always be initially
attached sensor and will allow watering to occur. programmed in the 100% position.
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OPTIONS FOR RUNNING YOUR IRRIGATION SYSTEM (CONTINUED)
1. With the dial in the RUN position, hold down the → button for
2 seconds.
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USING THE PRO-C TO OPERATE OUTDOOR LIGHTING (OPTIONAL)
Station Output
Common
Transformer
Accessory Plug
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USING THE PRO-C TO OPERATE OUTDOOR LIGHTING (OPTIONAL)
2. P ress and hold the PRG button for 6 seconds and observe the
A, B, C programs moving.
3. L1 and a flashing “OFF” will appear, and the controller is ready
to designate lighting programs.
5. Turn the dial to the RUN TIMES position. Press the PRG
button repeatedly until L1 is shown. Use the + and - buttons to
Example of screen upon entering
add a run time to lighting program L1.
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ADVANCED FEATURES
Set Pump/Master Valve Operation 4. Turn the dial back to the RUN position, at
The default is for all stations to have which time, OFF, a number and the DAYS icon
the master valve/pump start circuit ON. all remain on.
The master valve/pump start can be set 5. Leave the dial in the RUN position.
ON or OFF by station, regardless of
The days off remaining will decrease at
which program the station is assigned.
midnight of each day. When it goes to
To program pump operation: zero, the display will show the normal
1. Turn the dial to the PUMP position. time of day and normal irrigation will
resume at the next scheduled start time.
2. Press the + or - buttons to toggle the master valve/pump start
ON or OFF for the specific station. Setting Specific Day(s) Off
Programming a No Water Day(s) is useful to inhibit watering on
3. Press the→button to advance to the next station.
mowing days, etc. For instance, if you always mow the lawn on
4. Repeat steps 2 and 3 for all necessary stations. Saturdays, you would designate Saturday as a No Water Day so
you are not mowing wet grass.
Programmable Rain Off
1. Turn the dial to the WATER DAYS position.
This feature permits the user to stop all
programmed waterings for a designated 2. Enter an interval watering schedule as
period from 1 to 31 days. At the end of the described on page 28.
programmable rain off period, the controller
3. Press the → button once. MON will be flashing.
will resume normal automatic operation.
4. Use the → button until the cursor is at
1. Turn the dial to the SYSTEM OFF
the day of the week you wish to set as
position.
a No Water Day. EVEN
24-30
2. Press the + button and a 1 will be 13 29
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HIDDEN FEATURES
1. Start with the dial in the RUN position. 1. Start with the dial in the RUN position.
2. Press and hold the - button. Turn the dial to the WATER DAYS 2. Press and hold the - button while turning the dial to the
position. RUN TIMES position.
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
5. Use the ←or → buttons to scroll to the next station that you
would like to program the sensor override.
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
2. Press the ← or→ button to scroll to the station you would like
the test program to start with. Use the + and - button to set a
run time of up to 15 minutes. The run time needs to be entered
only once.
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
Solar Sync Delay for Pro-C To change the existing Delay days setting:
The delay feature is accessible only after the installation 1. Open the Solar Sync Delay menu by pressing the + button and
of the Solar Sync. The Solar Sync Delay feature allows the user rotating the dial to Solar Sync Settings and release the
to postpone seasonal adjustment changes from being made + button.
by Solar Sync for up to 99 days.
2. Use the + or - keys to modify the number of days until desired
While the Solar Sync Delay is active, the Solar Sync will continue numbers of delay days is displayed. (Setting the days to 00
to collect and store data. turns Solar Sync Delay to OFF.)
Operation: 3. Return the dial to the RUN position for the changes to
To access the Solar Sync Delay setting: take effect.
1. Place the dial in the RUN position; press and hold the + button, While Solar Sync Delay is active, the Solar Sync will continue
rotate the dial to the Solar Sync position then release the + to gather weather information and calculate the Seasonal
button. The following screen will be presented: d:XX (where d Adjust Value. The updated seasonal adjust will be applied once
indicates days and XX indicates the number of days the Solar Sync Delay days reach 00.
to be delayed).
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
Example of Cycle screen upon Example of Cycle screen with Example of Cycle screen with
entering only minutes hours included
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
Accessing the Soak Menu: Once the desired station is displayed, the user can use
Once the desired Cycle times for each station have been the + or - button to increase or decrease the Soak time.
programmed, the Cycle time can be accessed by pressing the The user can set the Soak time from 1 minute to 4 hours
PRG button. in 1-minute increments.
The station will remain the same as was previously displayed NOTE: Before 1 hour, only minutes are
under the Cycle time (i.e., if station 2 is displayed in the Cycle displayed (e.g., 36). At 1 hour or above,
menu then Station 2 will be displayed upon pressing the the display will change to include the hour
PRG button). digit (e.g., 1:13 and 4:00).
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HIDDEN FEATURES (CONTINUED)
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CLIK DELAY INSTRUCTIONS
2. Press and hold the “+” button for 3 seconds, then turn the dial
to the OFF position
3. Release the “+” button. The display will show the program-
mable Clik Delay.
An active Clik Delay can be cancelled by turning the dial to the
OFF position, waiting for OFF to stop flashing, then turning the
dial back to the RUN position.
4. Press the “+” button to set Clik Delay duration (from 1 to 7 days).
Note: Use caution when using the
programmable Clik Delay feature with
5. Return the dial to the RUN position. Clik Delay is set. Hunter Wind-Clik, Freeze-Clik, Soil- Clik,
After a Clik Event ends (rain sensor changes from wet to dry) the
and freeze component of Solar Sync and
Clik Delay feature will become active and the screen will display
Rain/Freeze Clik as the Clik Delay will
Clik Delay duration. The day count down will occur 24 hours
become active AFTER Clik Event from
these devices.
after the start of Clik Delay.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
The controller repeats itself or Too many start times (Programming Error). Only one start time per active program
continuously waters, even when it is required. Refer to “Setting Program
should not be on (cycling repeatedly). Start Times” on page 25.
The display reads “SP ERR.” Electrical noise is entering the system. Check the SmartPort wiring harness.
Verify that the red wire is attached to the
AC1 terminal, the white wire to the AC2
terminal and the blue wire to the REM
terminal. If the wires were extended then
they will need to be replaced with shielded
cable. Contact your local distributor for
information on shielded cable.
The display reads “P ERR.” There is a fault in the pump start, Check the master valve or pump start
master valve, or the wiring for the wire for continuity. Replace or repair
pump start/master valve. the shorted wire. Check that all wire
connections are good and watertight.
The display reads a station number and There is a fault in the station solenoid, Check the station wire for continuity.
ERR, such as “2 ERR.” or the station wiring. Replace or repair shorted wire. Check
that all wire connections are good
and watertight.
The display reads “NO AC.” There is no AC power present Check to see if the transformer is
(the controller is not receiving power). properly installed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE (CONTINUED)
The display reads “SENSOR OFF.” The rain sensor is interrupting irrigation Slide the Rain Sensor switch on front
or the sensor jumper is not installed. panel to the BYPASS position to bypass
rain sensor circuit, or install the sensor
jumper.
Rain sensor will not shut off system. Incompatible rain sensor or the jumper Make sure sensor is micro-switch-
was not removed when sensor was type such as Mini-Clik ®. Check that the
installed. jumper has been removed from the SEN
terminals. Confirm proper operation
(see “Testing the Weather Sensor” on
page 16).
Manual Single Station Mode Used. Manual Single Station Mode will override
the sensor. Use Manual All Station Mode
to test sensor.
The controller does not have a start time Programming error, dial in incorrect Be sure the dial is in correct position.
for each station. position. Total number of stations can be easily
checked by placing dial in the RUN TIMES
position and pressing the back arrow.
Valve will not turn on. Short in wiring connections. Check field wiring.
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Certificate of Conformity to European Directives
Hunter Industries declares that the irrigation controller Model Pro-C complies with the standards of the European Directives
of “electromagnetic compatibility” Directive 2014/30/EU and “low voltage” Directive 2014/35/EU.
FCC Notice
This controller generates radio frequency energy and may If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced
cause interference to radio and television reception. It has radio/television technician for additional suggestions. The user
been type tested and found to comply with the limits for a may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal
Class B computing device in accordance with the specifications Communications Commission helpful: “How to Identify and
in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed to Resolve Radio-TV Interference Problems.” This booklet is
provide reasonable protection against such interference available from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington,
in a residential installation. However, there is no guarantee D.C., Stock No. 004-000-00345-4 (price: $2.00)
that interference will not occur in a particular installation.
If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
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NOTES
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NOTES
NOTES
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