User Manual
User Manual
ESP-RZXe Controller
Installation Guide and Operations Manual
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ESP-RZXe Controller
Installation Guide and Operations Manual
Contents
Introduction Installation
ESP-RZXe Controller Features.......................... 1 Indoor Model.................................................... 7
LNK WiFi Enabled.............................................................. 1 Mount Controller............................................................... 7
Controls and Indicators.................................... 1 Connect Power................................................................... 7
Key Functions...................................................................... 1 Outdoor Model................................................. 8
Mount Controller............................................................... 8
Normal Operation Connect Power................................................................... 8
Auto.................................................................. 2
Wiring Connections........................................ 10
Off..................................................................... 2
Connect Zone Valves.................................................... 10
Basic Programming Connect Master Valve.................................................. 10
Date/Time......................................................... 2 Connect Pump Start Relay......................................... 11
Zone Schedule.................................................. 3 Connect Rain Sensor.................................................... 11
Select Zone.......................................................................... 3
Options and Special Features
Set Watering Run Times................................................. 3
Install Batteries.............................................. 12
Set Watering Start Times................................................ 3
Reset Button................................................... 12
Set Watering Start Days.................................................. 4
Rain Sensor Bypass........................................ 12
Custom Days................................................................... 4
Set Bypass for All Zones.............................................. 12
Odd Days.......................................................................... 4
Even Days.......................................................................... 4 Troubleshooting
Cyclic Days....................................................................... 4 Error Detection............................................... 13
Watering Issues.............................................. 13
Additional Features Electrical Issues.............................................. 13
Manual Watering.............................................. 5
Water ALL Zones:............................................................... 5 Programming Chart.............................. 14
Water ONE Zone:............................................................... 6
Seasonal Adjust................................................ 6
II
Introduction
ESP-RZXe Controller Features LNK WiFi Enabled
The ESP-RZXe controller has a variety of advanced water
The LNK WiFi Module allows remote connection to a Rain Bird
management features, including:
ESP-RZXE Controller using an Apple iOS or Android compatible
• Zone based programming allows independent irrigation smart device. The mobile application allows remote access and
scheduling for different areas (Zones), based on the specific configuration of one or more irrigation controllers.
water requirements for each area.
For more information on the LNK WiFi Module and the value this
• Programs can be set to water on selected days of the week, product can provide for your ESP-RZXe controller, please visit:
odd or even calendar days, or at custom intervals, allowing wifi-pro.rainbird.com
enhanced flexibility and control of irrigation schedules.
• Multiple Watering Start Times allow you to run the same pro-
gram multiple times on the same day.
• Seasonal Adjust allows quick adjustment of watering dura-
tion based on weather or other conditions.
• Manual Water feature to allow immediate watering of all
Zones or else one Zone at a time.
Zone Schedule
Create customized irrigation
schedules to run automati- + or – Keys
cally at specific times, dura- Adjust program settings.
tions and intervals.
1
Normal Operation
Off
Auto Cancel all active watering immediately and disable
automatic irrigation.
Watering occurs automatically according to pro- Press the OFF key to immediately cancel all active
grammed irrigation schedules. watering.
Press the AUTO key to resume normal operation
whenever programming is completed and to moni-
tor active watering.
NOTICE
Press the AUTO key to resume normal operation. Auto-
matic irrigation will NOT occur if the controller remains
in OFF mode.
PM
Basic Programming
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Date/Time
During Watering:
Set the current calendar Date and Time of day.
The display shows a blinking sprinkler symbol, the active
Zone number and watering Run Time remaining for that Press the DATE/TIME key.
Zone.
+ –
Press or to set the month (M); then press NEXT
to select and set the day (D), then year (YYYY).
Zone
Run
Time
MIN
AM
DATE
M D YYYY
+ –
Press or to adjust watering Run Time 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 irri-
gation queue.
2
Press + –
or to set the hour (ensuring that AM/PM 2 Set Watering Run Times
setting is correct); then press NEXT to select and set
Watering Run Times are durations (for example, 20
the minutes.
minutes) set for watering.
NOTE:
utes.
Run Times can be set between 1 to 199 min-
+ –
Press or to set the desired Run Time (MIN); then
press NEXT.
AM
TIME
M D YYYY
1
RUN
2
TIME
MIN
START
TIME
Zone
1
2
MIN
3
4 Set Watering Start Days Press ON or OFF to set each subsequent day of the
week as desired.
Watering Start Days are the calendar days or intervals
(for example, Monday, Wednesday and Friday) on 4b Odd Days
which watering is allowed.
+ –
Press or to select one of four available Watering
Press + or – to select 1,3,5... 29 then press
NEXT
Start Day options:
a. Custom Days - To schedule watering to occur on
selected days of the week, go to 4a.
1,3,5... 29
b. Odd Days - To schedule watering to occur on all odd
calendar days (1,3,5...29 etc.), go to 4b.
1 AM
c. Even Days - To schedule watering to occur on all
even calendar days (2,4,6...30 etc.), go to 4c. 2
4a Custom Days
4c Even Days
1 AM
2
MIN
SELECTION
DAY
1 AM
2
MIN
4
Press + – key to set the desired Day Cycle; then
or Additional Features
press NEXT.
Manual Watering
MIN
START
DATE
+ –
Press or to set the desired Run Time; then press
NEXT to begin watering.
THEN RUN
TIME
REPEAT steps 1-4 for additional Zones as desired. MIN
5
Water ONE Zone:
Press the MANUAL WATERING key. Seasonal Adjust
Press + or – to select any ONE Zone; then press Increase or decrease watering duration (Run Times) for
NEXT.
all Zones.
Press the SEASONAL ADJUST key.
Press + –
or to increase or decrease the SEASONAL
ADJUST percentage setting.
ZONE
NOTE: The SEASONAL ADJUST value can be adjusted
from -90% to +100%. For example, a +50% adjust-
ment means a Run Time of 10 minutes will become
MIN 15 minutes.
+ –
Press or to set the desired Run Time; then press
SETTING
NEXT to begin watering.
RUN
TIME NOTICE
MIN
SEASONAL ADJUST applies to ALL programmed irriga-
tion schedules.
6
Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller unit
Installation and hang the unit securely on the mounting screw.
KEYHOLE
Indoor Model
Mount Controller
Choose a suitable mounting location on an indoor
wall within 6 feet (1.8 meters) of a grounded electrical 1/8 IN.
outet. Allow clearance for conduit connections below
the unit
3 IN.
CAUTION RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
WARNING
DO NOT plug in the transformer until you have com-
pleted and checked all wiring connections.
7
Locate the keyhole slot on back of the controller unit
Installation and hang the unit securely on the mounting screw.
KEYHOLE
Outdoor Model
Mount Controller
Choose a suitable mounting location with access to
an external electrical power source. Allow clearance 1/8 IN.
for the controller unit’s hinged door to swing fully
open to the left and clearance for conduit connec-
tions below the unit.
8 IN.
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
3 IN.
CONNECT
120 VAC
WARNING
Electric shock can cause severe injury or death. Make sure
power supply is turned OFF before connecting power
wires.
8
Locate the transformer wiring compartment in the
Power Wiring Connections
lower left corner of the controller unit. Use a screw-
driver to remove the cover and expose the trans- 230 VAC
120 VAC (US)
former connection wires. (International)
Black supply wire (hot) Brown supply wire (hot)
to the black transformer to the brown transformer
wire wire
White supply wire Blue supply wire (neutral)
RESET
(neutral) to the white to the blue transformer
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 transformer wire wire
Green supply wire Green-with-yellow-stripe
CONNECT
120 VAC
(ground) to the green supply wire (ground) to
transformer wire the green-with-yellow-
stripe transformer wire
Route the three external power source wires through Verify that all wiring connections are secure, then
the conduit opening at the bottom of the unit and replace the wiring compartment cover and secure it
into the wiring compartment. with the screw.
CAUTION
DO NOT use an outlet that is controlled by a secondary
RESET
ON/OFF light switch or GFI outlet.
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
WARNING
Ground wire must be connected to provide electrical
surge protection.
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
9
Wiring Connections Connect Master Valve
Connect the valve wires for each Zone and for (optional) Connect an optional Master Valve to the ESP-RZXe
Master Valve, Pump Start Relay or Rain Sensor. controller.
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
POWER
RESET
COMMON
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
MASTER
VALVE
POWER
ZONE 1 ZONE 2
VALVE VALVE
ETC.
COMMON
10
Connect Pump Start Relay Connect Rain Sensor
Connect an optional Pump Start Relay to the ESP-RZXe Connect an optional rain sensor to the ESP-RZXe con-
controller. troller.
Pumps are used in some places to draw water from a well or On the terminal board, remove the jumper wire from
other source. If you are activating a pump from the control- the SENS terminals.
ler, 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 differently at the water
source.
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
RELAY
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
INPUT
COMMON
FIELD
COMMON
PUMP
START
RELAY
NOTICE
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)
11
Options and Special Features Rain Sensor Bypass
The controller can be set manually to either OBEY or
Install Batteries IGNORE a Rain Sensor.
The ESP-RZXe can keep Date and Time if batteries are
installed for backup. NOTE: Rain Sensor Bypass settings cannot
changed while the controller is irrigating.
be
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
Reset Button
If the controller is not working properly, you can try
pressing RESET.
RESET
24VAC SENS C M 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
ACCESSORY
REMOTE
12
Troubleshooting
Error Detection
The ESP-RZXe 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 affected Zone number and “Err” alert message will show • All irrigation for the affected Zone is cancelled and watering
on the display when the unit is in either AUTO or MANUAL advances to the next operable Zone in the irrigation queue.
NOTE:
WATERING mode.
The controller will attempt to water the affected
Zone again at the next scheduled watering. Completion of
a successful watering will clear the error condition associ-
ated with that Zone.
Watering Issues
Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution
Programmed schedules Water source not supplying water. Verify there is no disruption to the main water line
and manual watering and that all other water supply lines are open and
functions do not start. functioning properly.
Wiring is loose or not properly Check that field wiring and master valve or pump start
connected. relay wiring is securely connected at the controller and
in the field.
Field wires are corroded or Check field wiring for damage and replace if necessary.
damaged. Check wiring connections and replace with watertight
splice connectors if needed.
Connected rain sensor may be Let the rain sensor dry out or else disconnect it from the
activated. controller terminal block and replace it with a jumper
wire connecting the two SENS terminals.
Jumper wire connecting the two Jumper the two SENS terminals on the controller
SENS terminals on the terminal terminal block by connecting them with a short length
block may be missing or damaged. 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 An electrical surge may have Unplug the controller for 2 minutes, then plug it back in.
controller will not accept interferred with the controller’s If there is no permanent damage, the controller should
programming. electronics. accept programming and resume normal operation.
13
Programming Chart
Enter Watering Start Times (up to six total).
Before programming your controller, plan the watering sched-
ule for each Zone using the Programming Chart and keep it for Select Watering Start Days (checkbox). If Custom Days is
reference. selected, circle the days of the week to water. If Cyclic Days
is selected, enter a number from 1-14.
In the Zone Description column, enter a brief description
such as “front lawn” or “side yard”.
Enter the Watering Run Time for that Zone.
Watering
Zone Zone Description Watering Start Times Watering Start Days
Run Time
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
1 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
2 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
3 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
4 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
5 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
6 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
7 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
1 ____ : ____ AM PM 4 ____ : ____ AM PM Custom Days
M T W T F SA SU
8 ________ 2 ____ : ____ AM PM 5 ____ : ____ AM PM
MIN.
Odd Days Even Days
3 ____ : ____ AM PM 6 ____ : ____ AM PM Cyclic Days every ____ days
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Certifications Safety Information CAUTION
EU Declaration of Conformity
Rain Bird Corporation hereby declares that the
WARNING This appliance is not intended for use by
persons (including children) with reduced
following irrigation controllers are EU compliant. Special precautions must be taken when valve physical, sensory or mental capacity, or lack
Model #: RZXE4I-230, RZXE6I-230, RZXE8I-230, wires (also known as station or solenoid wires) of experience and knowledge unless they
RZXE4-230, RZXE6-230, RZXE8-230 are located adjacent to, or share a conduit with have been given supervision or instruction
• The object of the declaration described above is in other wires, such as those used for landscape concerning use of the appliance by a person
conformity with the relevant Union Harmonization
lighting, other “low voltage” systems or other responsible for their safety. Children should be
Standards to 014/30/EU EMC Directive (EMC)
“high voltage” power. supervised to ensure that they do not play with
which conform- • EN 55014-1:2006 + A2:2011 Separate and insulate all conductors carefully, the appliance.
ity is declared: • EN 55014-2:1997 + A1:2001 + A2:2008 taking care not to damage wire insulation dur- This appliance can be used by children aged
2014/35/EU Low Voltage Directive (LVD) ing installation. An electrical “short” (contact)
• EN 60335-1:2012 + A11:2014 + AC:2014 from 8 years and above and persons with re-
• EN 62233:2008+AC: 2008
between the valve wires and another power duced physical, sensory or mental capabilities
2011/65/EU RoHS Directive
source can damage the controller and create a or lack of experience and knowledge if they
• EN 50581:2012 fire hazard. have been given supervision or instruction
Signature:
All electrical connections and wiring runs must concerning use of the appliance in a safe way
comply with local building codes. Some local and understand the hazards involved. Children
Full name: Ryan L. Walker codes require that only a licensed or certified shall not play with the appliance. Cleaning
Position Director
electrician can install power. Only professional and user maintenance shall not be made by
Date: December 19, 2017
personnel should install the controller. Check children without supervision.
Place: San Diego, CA USA
your local building codes for guidance. Stationary appliances not fitted with means for
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