User Manual Orbit 57896 6-Station Easy-Set Logic® Indoor/Outdoor Sprinkler Timer/Controller

• User Manual - (English, Spanish)

• Spec Sheet (web) - (English)

Table of contents

• Get to know your timer
• Programming with Easy-Set Logic™
• Reference
• Troubleshooting
• Display Error Indicators
• DOWNLOAD THE ORBIT B-HYVE APP

User manual

Get to know your timer

1. Lock and latch
2. Weather Resistant Cover
3. Dial
4. Digital Display
5. Battery Compartment
6. Swing Door panel

Programming with Easy-Set Logic™

A note about multiple programs

Your sprinkler timer provides the flexibility of using 3 independent programs (A,B,C). A program is where you store all of your sprinkler settings. It consists of a group of stations set to specific start times and run times. Multiple programs allow you to run different valves on different days with different run times. While many applications only require one program (A), using multiple programs can be useful for drip areas, newly planted lawn, or rotary sprinkler stations. Using programs to group stations with similar water needs will maximize irrigation efficiency.

Primary programming can be accomplished in just a few basic steps.

Primary Programming

Press the [RESET] to clear any previous factory programming

1. Set Clock

• Turn dial to [SET CLOCK]
• Press the [+/–] buttons to set the current time of day

Tip: To increase or decrease more rapidly, hold down either the [+] or [-] buttons until the display goes into rapid advance mode.

• Press the [

  Please note that [START TIME] is the time of day that your programmed watering starts. You can set up to 4 start times. All stations that have a programmed run time (how long) will run in sequence at these times

  Note: Start-Time Stacking
  When a start time is set before the previous program has completed, that start time will be “stacked” or delayed, and will start upon completion of the previous program.

  Example: Bill just planted new grass seed and wants to water three times per day. He sets START TIME 1 for 5am, START TIME 2 for 12pm, and START TIME 3 for 5 pm.

  He also sets HOW OFTEN to INT (interval) EVERY 1 DAYS (see section 3, HOW OFTEN).

  In AUTO mode the system will water 3 times per day. Once Bill’s sod is established he can CLEAR start times 2 and 3 and return to watering just once per day

  4. Run Time

  • Turn the dial to [RUN TIME]
    

  STATION is the area that will be watered by each valve. On this screen the RUN TIME or duration for each station is set.

  • Press the [

  Days of the Week

  • Your dial should be set to [HOW OFTEN] - Display will show the current program (A,B, or C)
    - Press the [
  • To adjust press [+/–] buttons, press [ENTER]
  • If using multiple programs (A, B, or C) Press the [PROGRAM] button to move to the desired program and make the needed adjustment

  Example: Bill’s watering duration is set at 60 minutes however; it is the spring time so he wants to water half as long so he sets his budgeting to 50%, his timer will now water for 30 minutes.

  MANUAL WATERING

  Your timer has the ability to allow you to manually water without disturbing the preset program.

  • Turn the dial to AUTO.
    
  • Press the [MANUAL] button. Display will show ABC and ALL. After a few seconds or by pressing [ENTER] the timer will begin manual watering
  • All stations will water consecutively for their programmed duration

  Note: If the run times have not been set, the timer will not initiate manual watering and the screen will return to the current time.

  • To specify a specific program or stations, Press the [

    Pump Start & Master Valve

    This sprinkler timer allows a master valve or pump start relay to operate whenever a station is on.

    Note: If you are activating a pump from this timer, you must purchase a Pump Start Relay. From the pump start relay (or master valve); connect one wire to the “Pump” terminal and the other wire to the “Common” terminal. Use of an Orbit® Pump Start Relay is recommended as other pump start relays may cause pump faults on the timer.

    Replacing the Battery

    Timer requires a CR2032 Lithium battery

    • The battery will maintain your program in case of an AC power loss
    • Battery should last approximately one year
    • Open by sliding the battery tray out to the right
    • Insert one CR2032 battery into the compartment with the + side up
    • Slide back into place.

    

    A weak or missing battery can cause the time, date, and program to be erased after a power failure. If this happens, you will need to install a fully charged battery and reprogram the timer.

    Tip: Replace battery every year, to avoid loss of programming

    Note: A battery alone will not operate the valves in your sprinkling system. The sprinkler timer has a built-in transformer that must be connected to an AC line voltage source.

    Reference

    TERM	DEFINITION
    START TIME	The time the program begins watering the first programmed station
    VALVE	Supplies water to a specific station or area. The opening and closing of the valve is accomplished through electrical current supplied by the sprinkler timer
    MASTER VALVE	Typically located at the main water source. Turns on and off water for the entire irrigation system when not in use.
    MULTIPLE START TIMES	A controller feature that allows a program to be operated multiple times on the same watering day.
    OVERLAPPING PROGRAMS	When a “Start Time” is set for a program before the previous program has completed
    PROGRAM (A, B, OR C)	Individual programs as set by the user. Each program operates independently. If one program overlaps the other the programs will be “stacked.” After the first program finishes the next program will begin.
    RAIN DELAY	A feature that postpones the running of a scheduled watering program for a specific duration.
    SOLENOID	The electrical part on an irrigation valve that opens and closes the valve
    SPRINKLER TIMER	A device which instructs the station valves to operate.
    STATION	A grouping of sprinklers operated by a single valve which is controlled by the timer
    WATERING BUDGETING	Adjusts your overall watering program as a percentage of total watering duration

    Troubleshooting

    PROBLEM	POSSIBLE CAUSE
    One or more valves do not turn on	1. Faulty solenoid connection
    	2. Wire damaged or severed
    	3. Flow control stem screwed down, shutting valve off
    	4. Programming is incorrect
    Stations turn on when they are not supposed to	1. Water pressure is too high
    	2. More than one start time is programmed
    	3. AM/PM is incorrect
    One station is stuck on and will not shut off	1. Faulty valve
    	2. Particles of dirt or debris stuck in valve
    	3. Valve diaphragm faulty
    All valves do not turn on	1. Transformer defective or not connected
    	2. Programming is incorrect
    Timer will not power up	1. Transformer not plugged into a working outlet
    Valves continue to turn on and off when they are not programmed	1. More than one start time is programmed with overlapping schedules
    	2. Excessive pressure

    Display Error Indicators

    ERROR	CAUSE/FIX
    STATION FAULT	A display that shows the word, “FAULT” indicates that a station had a short. The faulted station number will show on the top left of the display. If more than one station had a fault, the station number shown on the display will be the last station with a fault. The faulted station(s) will be skipped during a watering cycle. Common reasons for a station fault include: 1) a defective solenoid, 2) damaged or faulty wiring, or 3) poor wire connections. Once you have checked and fixed the wiring or solenoid, you can clear FAULT from the display by turning the dial from AUTO to another position then turning it back to AUTO. It can also be cleared by running a manual cycle.
    PUMP FAULT	A display that shows the word, “FAULT” and the letter “P” in the top left corner indicates a pump fault. No watering will occur if there is a pump fault. Common reasons for a pump fault include: 1) a defective solenoid on the master valve, 2) incompatible or defective pump start relay, or 3) the wire run between the timer and relay is too long. If a master valve is being used, it may be a defective solenoid or faulty wiring. Conduct a resistance check on the circuit to verify the fault. If you are using a pump start relay check the wire size and run to the relay. Verify that it the relay is working and ensure you have good wire connections. To clear FAULT from the display turn the dial from AUTO to another position then turn it back to AUTO. It can also be cleared by running a manual cycle.
    NO AC	A display that shows “NO AC” indicates that there has been a power failure. No watering will occur.
    LOW BATTERY	A display that shows an illustration of a low battery indicates that the battery needs to be changed. A lithium CR2032 battery is required. Please see page 11 for battery replacement. Watering will continue.

    DOWNLOAD THE ORBIT B-HYVE APP

    • Let the Orbit B-hyve app take the guess work out of programming your sprinkler timer.
    • Download the “Orbit Bhyve” app. After download, the app will guide you through setting up an account and entering information about your landscape.

    

    
    
    See other models: 57894 21005 56233D 58573N 55662