Signature Control Systems 8010 Instructions page 2

SoloRain
Programmable
Actuator Instructions
Models 8010,
8012 and 8029
Valve Compatibility Table
Listed below are the adapters which allow you to use the
SoloRain product with the valves listed. Solorain models
8010, 8030 and 8090 are compatible with all Signature
valves. Use the following table to select the appropriate
adapter for the valve on which it will be installed.
Always remember to install the protective cover on
models 8010, 8012 and 8029.
8010, 8030
Hardie adapter only
sold with Signature adapter
Hardie 100, 700, 2400
compatible with Signature's NE adapter:
Hardie 623 DPR**
7901 / 7916(BSP)
7911 / 7917(BSP)
Richdel 205TF, 711 APR, 713 APR
7931
7941
Superior 950, 800
7951 / 7971(BSP)
7952 / 7972(BSP)
Buckner 20021, 20321
7953 / 7973(BSP)
7981 / 7991(BSP)**
7982 / 7992(BSP)**
*Model 77423:
Rainbird adapter only
Toro adapter only
Rainbird PEB, DV, DVF,
Toro Flo-pro
ASVF, EFB-CP, GB, PGA
* Models 77422, 77423 and 77424 are sold separately.
** No adapter required for these valves.
A. INTRODUCTION
Thank you for selecting Signature's SoloRain Programmable
Actuator. This programmable actuator, with the latest
technology, is proven reliable, easy to install and will
make your watering more effective.
Please read the instructions carefully to get familiar with
important precautions, programming, operation and
installation instructions.
Important: Read all instructions before inserting the
9V battery. Be sure to save this booklet for future
reference.
If you have any questions regarding your Signature
SoloRain Programmable Actuator, please call our free
technical assistance hotline at 888-635-7668
B. SPECIFICATIONS
• Features
- Manual on and off
- Length of watering time: 1 minute to 5-1/2 hours
- 3 dials for easy scheduling
- Automatic watering up to 2 times per day
• Electrical
- Powered by a 9V alkaline battery (one year
operation)
• Technical Data
- Operating temperature range: 32° to 120° F
- Dimensions: 4-3/4" H x 2-1/2" W x 1-3/4" D
- Made of nylon plastic construction
- Completely waterproof/submersible in up to 6 ft. of
water
- Operating pressure: 7 PSI to 150 PSI
- Weight: 6 oz. with battery
- Easy to install and program
- Safety cover supplied
- Compatible with most available valves via adapters
C. INSTALLATION
• Timing and battery installation
- Before connecting the battery, set the dials
on the SoloRain Programmable Actuator
panel to the current time:
1. Set dial 1 on the hour
2. Set dial 2 on the minutes
3. Set dial 3 on AM or PM - never on
or off
4. Connect a high quality 9V alkaline battery, such as
Energizer (Energizer is the registered trademark
® ®
of the Eveready Battery Co., Inc.). Place the
connected battery in battery compartment. An
audible "click" of the plunger will indicate that the
battery is connected.
Important: Make sure the battery lid is on straight and
secure to insure waterproofness.
• Programmable Actuator installation
- Replace AC solenoid and bleed collar (if one exists)
with Signature SoloRain Programmable Actuator and
adapter.
- Do not operate a manual bleed lever if
your valve is equipped with one. It could
cause the plunger to latch in the open
position.
Notice: some Hardie valves have AC
solenoids with the o-ring
embedded into the
solenoid. It will be
necessary to use two
o-rings as illustrated.
Note: Choose the adapter
*Model 77422:
appropriate for the valve
on which it will be
installed. See Valve
Compatibility Table.
-Screw the
programmable actuator
Irritrol 216
and adapter finger tight
Hit 510 into valve.
Note: It may be necessity to
Bermad 1"
remove the battery
Dorot 1"
compartment while
Griswold 1"
screwing in the actuator to
Galcon 1"
clear the flow control on
the valve. The plastic
*Model 77424:
battery compartment
separates from the unit by
simply sliding the
compartment up.
Remember to reattach the compartment
when the actuator has been installed and
install the protective cover.
D. PROGRAMMING
The programming of the SoloRain
Programmable Actuator is easy and fast by
using the 3 dials.
• Dial 1: sets the hour to start watering
• Dial 2: sets the watering duration in minutes
• Dial 3: sets the watering programs as
follows:
- AM: Morning
- PM: Afternoon
- : MANUAL start for a watering
time indicated by dial 2
- a: Daily cycle for a watering time indicated by
dial 2
- b: Cycle every three days for a watering time
indicated by dial 2
- c: Daily cycle for a watering time as set by the
duration on dial 2 divided by 5
- d: Daily cycle for a watering time as set by the
duration on dial 2 multiplied by 6
- e: Two daily cycles for a watering time as set by
the duration on dial 2, at 12 hour intervals
- OFF: Manual stop
E. PROGRAMMING EXAMPLES
• Setting the time
We are going to set the SoloRain Programmable
Actuator at 10:35 AM: Before connecting the battery,
1. Set dial 1 on 10
2. Set dial 2 on 35
3. Set dial 3 on AM
4. Connect a 9V alkaline battery and place in its
compartment. An audible "click" of the plunger
will indicate that the battery is connected.
Important: Make sure the battery lid is on straight and
secure to insure waterproofness.
The SoloRain Programmable Actuator's clock is set and
is now ready for programming.
The watering programs:
•a:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to start
watering every day at 8:00 AM for 30 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 8
2. Set dial 2 on 30
3. Set dial 3 on "a" side AM
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
start watering daily at 8:00 AM for 30 minutes.
•b:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator every 3
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
start watering at 6:00 PM for 10 minutes, every three
days. Watering can start on first or third day.
•c:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator every
Protective
Cover
Dial Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water 2 minutes (watering time as set by duration on
Programmable
dial 2 divided by 5) every day starting at 9:00 AM.
Actuator
•d:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to
O-ring
Note plunger orientation
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water 2 hours (watering time as set by duration on dial 2
Adapter
multiplied by 6) every day starting at 11:00 AM.
•e:Setting the SoloRain Programmable Actuator to
Valve
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator is now ready to
water every day for 25 minutes twice at 12 hour intervals
beginning at 9:00 AM and at 9:00 PM.
• Manual Operation
HD Adapter
The SoloRain Programmable Actuator will start watering
immediately for 5 minutes.
Notice: During a timed manual operation you may switch
the dials to your desired program. At the end of the
timed manual operation, your SoloRain Programmable
Actuator will recognize the desired program.
• STOP:
Your SoloRain Programmable Actuator will stop
immediately.
F. MAINTENANCE
• Replace 9V alkaline battery each operating season
• If your SoloRain Programmable Actuator does not
- you are using a high quality 9V alkaline battery, such
- battery has good connection to the terminal strip
- actuator is installed with correct valve adapter
- plunger is not plugged with dirt or sand
- operating pressure is below 150 psi
All Turf Division Products are covered by the Standard Signature Control
Systems Warranty; This is 2 years for electronics and 5 years for sprinklers.
For a detailed description of the warranty, please visit
www.SignatureControlSystems.com, or contact your local distributor.
Neither SCS or its affiliates are liable for any indirect, incidental or
consequential damages in connection with the use of equipment,
including but not limited to: vegetation loss, the cost of substitute
equipment or services required during periods of malfunction
or resulting non-use, property damage or personal injury resulting
from installer's actions, whether negligent or otherwise.
days at 6:00 PM for 10 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 6
2. Set dial 2 on 10
3. Set dial 3 on "b" side PM
day at 9:00 AM for 2 minutes.
1. Set dial 1 on 9
2. Set dial 2 on 10
3. Set dial 3 on "c" side AM
water every day at 11:00 AM for 2 hours.
1. Set dial 1 on 11
2. Set dial 2 on 20
3. Set dial 3 on "d" side AM
water every day twice for 25 minutes at 12 hours
intervals beginning at 9:00 AM and on other period
at 9:00 PM.
1. Set dial 1 on 9
2. Set dial 2 on 25
3. Set dial 3 on "e" side AM
START:
Set the SoloRain Programmable Actuator on manual
to start watering for 5 minutes
1. Set dial 2 on 5
2. Set dial 3 on
1. Set dial 3 on OFF
appear to be working properly, confirm the following:
as Energizer® (no rechargeables)
SIGNATURE WARRANTY