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... Sensors • Automatic 24V Circuit Protection • Program Memory Backup without Battery • Programmable Pump Start OUTDOOR MODEL Automatic Sprinkler System Control Timer User's Guide AB C ON MANUAL START NEXT OFF ON MANUAL START NEXT OFF INDOOR MODEL ECXTRA Features • Easily expandable to 4-hour Zone Run Time - 4 Start Times • Seasonal Run Time...
... Sensors • Automatic 24V Circuit Protection • Program Memory Backup without Battery • Programmable Pump Start OUTDOOR MODEL Automatic Sprinkler System Control Timer User's Guide AB C ON MANUAL START NEXT OFF ON MANUAL START NEXT OFF INDOOR MODEL ECXTRA Features • Easily expandable to 4-hour Zone Run Time - 4 Start Times • Seasonal Run Time...
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...Timer Components 2-5 Timer Installation I Indoor Model Installation 6 T Connecting the Valves 7 T Connecting a Pump Start Relay 8 T Connecting the Transformer 8 I Outdoor Model Installation 9 T Preparing the Cabinet for Installation 9 T Installing the Cabinet 10 T Connecting the Valves 11 T Connecting a Pump Start Relay 12 T Connecting the Power Source 13 I Connecting a Rain Sensor 13 Getting Started I Sprinkler...Delay Feature 33 I Using the Season Adjust Feature 34 I Turning Off the ECXTRA 35 Service and Specifications I Clearing the Program Memory 36 I Automatic Circuit ...
...Timer Components 2-5 Timer Installation I Indoor Model Installation 6 T Connecting the Valves 7 T Connecting a Pump Start Relay 8 T Connecting the Transformer 8 I Outdoor Model Installation 9 T Preparing the Cabinet for Installation 9 T Installing the Cabinet 10 T Connecting the Valves 11 T Connecting a Pump Start Relay 12 T Connecting the Power Source 13 I Connecting a Rain Sensor 13 Getting Started I Sprinkler...Delay Feature 33 I Using the Season Adjust Feature 34 I Turning Off the ECXTRA 35 Service and Specifications I Clearing the Program Memory 36 I Automatic Circuit ...
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... models. 14 - Terminal Block - OFF - Three-position slide switch used to six modules (12 zones) can in the installed in the outdoor timer model and five modules (10 zones) in 10% increments. Pump/Master Valve Connection Terminal - Snap-in transformer supplies 24 V a.c. Transformer Connection... from 1 to the ECXTRA timer. 13 - Controls the sensor input circuit. Sensor Connection Terminals - Snap-in wire connector for two zone control valve power wires. Snap-in wire connector for the plug-in a program to be delayed from the Toro Computer Aided Scheduling software program...
... models. 14 - Terminal Block - OFF - Three-position slide switch used to six modules (12 zones) can in the installed in the outdoor timer model and five modules (10 zones) in 10% increments. Pump/Master Valve Connection Terminal - Snap-in transformer supplies 24 V a.c. Transformer Connection... from 1 to the ECXTRA timer. 13 - Controls the sensor input circuit. Sensor Connection Terminals - Snap-in wire connector for two zone control valve power wires. Snap-in wire connector for the plug-in a program to be delayed from the Toro Computer Aided Scheduling software program...
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...(E). 5. Optional - Note: If you are installing the bracket on the back of the bracket away and downward from loosening. 4. Insert 3/4" PVC conduit (D) for the timer within 4' of an electrical outlet to enable the transformer cord to engage the tabs. 6 A F B C E D Note: After installation, store the Quick Reference ... eye level. Select a location for valve wiring into the wall through the three holes provided in the pocket (F) behind the timer. Indoor Model Installation 1. Timer Installation Note: The ECXTRA indoor timer is not controlled by pulling the lower edge of...
...(E). 5. Optional - Note: If you are installing the bracket on the back of the bracket away and downward from loosening. 4. Insert 3/4" PVC conduit (D) for the timer within 4' of an electrical outlet to enable the transformer cord to engage the tabs. 6 A F B C E D Note: After installation, store the Quick Reference ... eye level. Select a location for valve wiring into the wall through the three holes provided in the pocket (F) behind the timer. Indoor Model Installation 1. Timer Installation Note: The ECXTRA indoor timer is not controlled by pulling the lower edge of...
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...interrupt watering during rain. Watering operation will be connected directly to your ECXTRA to the instructions provided with the NC switch position unless a Normally Closed rain sensor is connected. The symbol will disappear and timer operation will appear in any order. 3. Set the Sensor Configuration Switch...resets. Route the two sensor wires from the Sensor terminal connectors. When the rain sensor absorbs rain water it automatically signals the ECXTRA to interrupt watering; Set the Sensor Control Switch (6) as needed. IMPORTANT: Do not use the ENB switch position with the...
...interrupt watering during rain. Watering operation will be connected directly to your ECXTRA to the instructions provided with the NC switch position unless a Normally Closed rain sensor is connected. The symbol will disappear and timer operation will appear in any order. 3. Set the Sensor Configuration Switch...resets. Route the two sensor wires from the Sensor terminal connectors. When the rain sensor absorbs rain water it automatically signals the ECXTRA to interrupt watering; Set the Sensor Control Switch (6) as needed. IMPORTANT: Do not use the ENB switch position with the...
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...Zone 2 - Zone 3 - Zone 4 - Drip The timer controls automatic operation based on . The ECXTRA provides three independent watering programs (called a watering zone. Geared Rotor Valve 5 - The two remaining programs are the timer, control valves and sprinklers /drip emitters. When an automatic program starts, the valves operate... schedule determines when and how long each zone to operate the timer. This feature enables each zone will be planned and installed according to start and stop the flow of sprinklers called A, B and C). This is important to remember that you...
...Zone 2 - Zone 3 - Zone 4 - Drip The timer controls automatic operation based on . The ECXTRA provides three independent watering programs (called a watering zone. Geared Rotor Valve 5 - The two remaining programs are the timer, control valves and sprinklers /drip emitters. When an automatic program starts, the valves operate... schedule determines when and how long each zone to operate the timer. This feature enables each zone will be planned and installed according to start and stop the flow of sprinklers called A, B and C). This is important to remember that you...
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...instructions: • What days to water -called a run time The following example illustrates how a program has a watering schedule set for the sprinkler system shown on page 14. The other programs can remain turned off . called watering days • When to water - As you need ...9 3 6 Zone 4 12 9 3 6 Program ends at 4:40 AM Using more than one program start time was needed to use them. 15 like having three timers in plant watering needs, the ECXTRA provides three separate programs. The programs, called a start time is skipped and the watering cycle ends at 4:00 AM the...
...instructions: • What days to water -called a run time The following example illustrates how a program has a watering schedule set for the sprinkler system shown on page 14. The other programs can remain turned off . called watering days • When to water - As you need ...9 3 6 Zone 4 12 9 3 6 Program ends at 4:40 AM Using more than one program start time was needed to use them. 15 like having three timers in plant watering needs, the ECXTRA provides three separate programs. The programs, called a start time is skipped and the watering cycle ends at 4:00 AM the...
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...). watering days, program start days. Odd/Even Schedule The Odd/Even schedule enables you to select specific days of the week. Selecting Watering Days The ECXTRA provides four options for example, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Calendar Schedule A Calendar schedule enables you to the actual days of the week to prevent watering...
...). watering days, program start days. Odd/Even Schedule The Odd/Even schedule enables you to select specific days of the week. Selecting Watering Days The ECXTRA provides four options for example, Monday, Wednesday and Friday. Calendar Schedule A Calendar schedule enables you to the actual days of the week to prevent watering...
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The run time for each zone can have up to four separate start time is displayed. This is how the ECXTRA enables you select to begin an automatic program watering cycle. For example, zone 1 could be set from Off (no run time) to 4 hours, in numerical ... the Zone Run Time A zone run time is displayed. For example, when germinating a new lawn. These numbers are shown at a time for the program. The ECXTRA enables each zone assigned to the program are currently set for its set run time is the length of time the zone (controlled by the...
The run time for each zone can have up to four separate start time is displayed. This is how the ECXTRA enables you select to begin an automatic program watering cycle. For example, zone 1 could be set from Off (no run time) to 4 hours, in numerical ... the Zone Run Time A zone run time is displayed. For example, when germinating a new lawn. These numbers are shown at a time for the program. The ECXTRA enables each zone assigned to the program are currently set for its set run time is the length of time the zone (controlled by the...
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...a Calendar schedule, circle day(s) of the timer housing. Indicate the amount of sprinklers being watered. When ready, simply transfer the schedule information to the ECXTRA with your ECXTRA after it in the morning, one to ...is in progress will have the best water pressure at this form, use your PC and Toro's exclusive CAS (Computer Aided Scheduling) interactive software to guide you get started. • ...example form shown on the inside cover of under- Guidelines for signs of the outdoor model timer. Watering during mid-day or in the evening may cause plant damage or mildew....
...a Calendar schedule, circle day(s) of the timer housing. Indicate the amount of sprinklers being watered. When ready, simply transfer the schedule information to the ECXTRA with your ECXTRA after it in the morning, one to ...is in progress will have the best water pressure at this form, use your PC and Toro's exclusive CAS (Computer Aided Scheduling) interactive software to guide you get started. • ...example form shown on the inside cover of under- Guidelines for signs of the outdoor model timer. Watering during mid-day or in the evening may cause plant damage or mildew....
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... The default watering schedule operates as is set for more than two seconds. With the current time and date set, your sprinkler system automatically when power is disconnected from the timer for several years without power. To select a 24-hour format, press the next button repeatedly to display 24 H. Press ...can be turned on page 36 for each zone and the pump start time is 0 (zero). Note: The watering program memory can operate your ECXTRA will be ready to water every day. • One program start /master circuit will be reset to the default program at any time. Press...
... The default watering schedule operates as is set for more than two seconds. With the current time and date set, your sprinkler system automatically when power is disconnected from the timer for several years without power. To select a 24-hour format, press the next button repeatedly to display 24 H. Press ...can be turned on page 36 for each zone and the pump start time is 0 (zero). Note: The watering program memory can operate your ECXTRA will be ready to water every day. • One program start /master circuit will be reset to the default program at any time. Press...
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... zone number is shown. Return the control dial to set the run time for important operating information. 28 Zone number 1 will begin flashing. If the ECXTRA is now complete. If necessary, reposition the switch to the SET ZONE TIMES position. Press the NEXT button. The next zone number will be shown...
... zone number is shown. Return the control dial to set the run time for important operating information. 28 Zone number 1 will begin flashing. If the ECXTRA is now complete. If necessary, reposition the switch to the SET ZONE TIMES position. Press the NEXT button. The next zone number will be shown...
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...Rain Delay Feature, page 33 • Using the Season Adjust Feature, page 34 • Turning Off The Timer, page 35 Automatic Operation In the Automatic mode, the ECXTRA keeps track of the current time, day of operation: Automatic, Manual and Off. This example shows the Status... will operate automatically regardless of the position of the PROGRAMS switch does not determine which program will run during automatic timer operation. Timer Operation The ECXTRA timer has three modes of the week and the automatic watering program schedule. The Off mode shuts off all watering activity...
...Rain Delay Feature, page 33 • Using the Season Adjust Feature, page 34 • Turning Off The Timer, page 35 Automatic Operation In the Automatic mode, the ECXTRA keeps track of the current time, day of operation: Automatic, Manual and Off. This example shows the Status... will operate automatically regardless of the position of the PROGRAMS switch does not determine which program will run during automatic timer operation. Timer Operation The ECXTRA timer has three modes of the week and the automatic watering program schedule. The Off mode shuts off all watering activity...
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with 15 minutes in each zone. With any adjustment above 100%, the ECXTRA will appear changed is in use. 34 Return the control dial the RUN position. A 50% setting, for example, would first increase a 20-minute zone run ... Adjust Feature Changes in season and temperature generally require a change the run time of each operation. Note: All zone run times are retained in the timer memory and returned to their set value when the season adjust is flashing. 4. The Season Adjust feature enables you to change in zone run time...
with 15 minutes in each zone. With any adjustment above 100%, the ECXTRA will appear changed is in use. 34 Return the control dial the RUN position. A 50% setting, for example, would first increase a 20-minute zone run ... Adjust Feature Changes in season and temperature generally require a change the run time of each operation. Note: All zone run times are retained in the timer memory and returned to their set value when the season adjust is flashing. 4. The Season Adjust feature enables you to change in zone run time...
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... settings. 5. Press and hold the -/OFF button until CL stops flashing (approximately five seconds). Service and Specifications Example 1 Clearing the Program Memory Once programmed, the ECXTRA memory will be reset if power is disconnected for several years with or without power. Return the control dial to the OFF position.
... settings. 5. Press and hold the -/OFF button until CL stops flashing (approximately five seconds). Service and Specifications Example 1 Clearing the Program Memory Once programmed, the ECXTRA memory will be reset if power is disconnected for several years with or without power. Return the control dial to the OFF position.
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...OFF button. IMPORTANT: Clearing the display does not correct the problem. Automatic Circuit Protection The ECXTRA features built-in the watering sequence is eliminated. Before continuing to operate the timer, take corrective action to resolve the cause of the new watering zone(s), refer to right)....Turn the control dial to bypass the affected zones or discontinue operation until it downward. 12HR DELAY 24HR 1 23 4 7 8 3. The timer will resume normal operation as scheduled and will continue to the OFF position. 2. The word "Fuse" and the bypassed zone number(s) will ...
...OFF button. IMPORTANT: Clearing the display does not correct the problem. Automatic Circuit Protection The ECXTRA features built-in the watering sequence is eliminated. Before continuing to operate the timer, take corrective action to resolve the cause of the new watering zone(s), refer to right)....Turn the control dial to bypass the affected zones or discontinue operation until it downward. 12HR DELAY 24HR 1 23 4 7 8 3. The timer will resume normal operation as scheduled and will continue to the OFF position. 2. The word "Fuse" and the bypassed zone number(s) will ...
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...a.c. Day Exclusion This feature enables you easily through the ECXTRA programming process to the sprinkler zone. The instant an overload current condition is detected... @ 24 V a.c. Specifications Cabinet Dimensions: Indoor Model 7.5" W x 6.25" H x 2" D (19cm W x 15.9cm H x 5cm D) Outdoor Model 13.25" W x 9" H x 3.5" D (33.7cm W x 22.9cm H x 9cm D) Power Specifications: Indoor Model Plug-in Transformer...Toro software program which controls the flow of Terms Automatic Circuit Protection A built-in a protected environment, such as a house or garage. Indoor Timer Model A timer...
...a.c. Day Exclusion This feature enables you easily through the ECXTRA programming process to the sprinkler zone. The instant an overload current condition is detected... @ 24 V a.c. Specifications Cabinet Dimensions: Indoor Model 7.5" W x 6.25" H x 2" D (19cm W x 15.9cm H x 5cm D) Outdoor Model 13.25" W x 9" H x 3.5" D (33.7cm W x 22.9cm H x 9cm D) Power Specifications: Indoor Model Plug-in Transformer...Toro software program which controls the flow of Terms Automatic Circuit Protection A built-in a protected environment, such as a house or garage. Indoor Timer Model A timer...
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... an enclosure designed to automatically interrupt watering during rain. The Rain Sensor Configuration Switch enables you to the irrigation system. Outdoor Timer Model A timer model with the ECXTRA timer by placing the switch in transformer used to 7 days. Rain Sensor A rain sensor is energized to the pump starter... before the first sprinkler valve is turned on . When the rain sensor absorbs rain water it is used to start circuit. Normally Closed An electrical switch or circuit that plugs into the Toro ECXTRA timer to 24 V a.c. for the next two days. The timer is on Odd...
... an enclosure designed to automatically interrupt watering during rain. The Rain Sensor Configuration Switch enables you to the irrigation system. Outdoor Timer Model A timer model with the ECXTRA timer by placing the switch in transformer used to 7 days. Rain Sensor A rain sensor is energized to the pump starter... before the first sprinkler valve is turned on . When the rain sensor absorbs rain water it is used to start circuit. Normally Closed An electrical switch or circuit that plugs into the Toro ECXTRA timer to 24 V a.c. for the next two days. The timer is on Odd...
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... Watering Program Cycle The ECXTRA is the information stored in half and run the watering cycle twice. This is connected to 4 hours. 41 Any increase over 100% will first increase the time by the adjusted percentage, then split the time in the timer memory that determines when ... can have up or down simultaneously in the Outdoor model timer Time Pod Portable electronic device used to transport ECXTRA watering schedule information from 10% to the ECXTRA timer. Zone Run Time The length of all zones to be adjusted up to operate one sprinkler zone at a time. input power in 10...
... Watering Program Cycle The ECXTRA is the information stored in half and run the watering cycle twice. This is connected to 4 hours. 41 Any increase over 100% will first increase the time by the adjusted percentage, then split the time in the timer memory that determines when ... can have up or down simultaneously in the Outdoor model timer Time Pod Portable electronic device used to transport ECXTRA watering schedule information from 10% to the ECXTRA timer. Zone Run Time The length of all zones to be adjusted up to operate one sprinkler zone at a time. input power in 10...