Toro 6-Zone Quick Start Manual
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1. A IMPORTANT Do not use the ENB switch position with the NC switch position unless a Normally Closed rain sensor is connected Watering operation will be suspended if this condition occurs ECXTRA Scheduling Advisor Installation and Use Minimum PC System Requirements Windows 98 SE 2000 or XP operating system one USB Port CD R drive 800 MHz Intel or equivalent processor 64 MB RAM 40 MB available hard disk space 1024 X 768 16 bit color monitor 1 Launch Windows 2 Place the provided ECXTRA CD into the CD R drive Windows will automatically launch the installation setup Follow the on screen instructions to complete installation Note If the installation setup does not launch automatically choose RUN from the Start menu Type d setup d is the CD drive location into the text field and click OK Follow the on screen instructions to complete installation 3 Once the software is properly installed click the ECXTRA icon located in C Program Files ECXTRA to launch the application Follow the step by step programming setup procedures provided by the Scheduling Advisor Enter the required data into all the text fields as prompted To transfer the programming data from the PC to the ECXTRA timer plug the Time Pod into the computer s USB port when instructed After successful data transfer unplug the Time Pod and carefully connect it to your ECXTRA timer Note Ref2. To Change a Watering Day Schedule Odd or Even Date Schedule continued 1 Turn the control dial to the Interval Schedule WATERING bays Z position 2 Set the procrams switch as necessary to select the desired program 3 Press the on or oFF button to select Odd or Even 4 Return the control dial to RuN 1 Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAyYS Z position 2 Set the proaRams switch as necessary to select the desired program 3 Press the on or oFF button to select Int Day Exclusion 4 Press the Next button 5 To select the Interval number 1 7 Interval or Odd Even watering schedule to press the on or orF button use the Day Exclusion feature 6 Press the Next button 1 Turn the control dial to the 7 To select the Interval start day WATERING DAYS 7 position press the on or orF button 2 Set the programs switch as necessary 8 Return the control dial to RUN to select the desired program Note The selected program must have an 3 Press the Next button as needed to To Change Program Start Times display dE The currently eligible days of the week will be displayed and 1 Turn the control dial to the start Time su Sunday will begin flashing position 4 To exclude Sunday from the watering 2 Set the pRocrams switch as needed schedule press the orr button To keep to select the desired program Sunday and skip to the next day press the 3 Press the on
3. optional Note Leave access holes plugged if not used For safe reliable operation select an installation site which will provide the following conditions e Protection from irrigation spray exposure to direct sun during the hottest hours wind and snow e Access to a grounded power source which is not controlled by a light switch or utilized by a high current load appliance such as a refrigerator or air conditioner e Access to the sprinkler control valve wiring and optional accessory wiring Drive a provided stainless steel screw into the wall at eye level Leave a 1 4 6 4mm gap between the screw head and the wall Note Use appropriate screw anchors if installing the timer on drywall or masonry Hang the cabinet on the screw using the keyhole slot on the back panel Make sure the cabinet slides down securely on the screw Install the lower mounting screw s and tighten securely Note Conduit and adapters are not provided Install conduit as required by electrical code 5 Install 1 2 18mm conduit for input power wires and 3 4 19mm conduit for valve wires Note After installation store the Quick Start guide on the inside of the cabinet door Connecting the Valves 1 Route the valve wires or wire cable from the valves into the timer cabinet Note The snap in wire connectors accept 14 to 18 gauge 1mm wire Using direct burial irrigation cable is recommended Choose a cable that
4. has at least one additional wire conductor than the number of valves to be connected Attach the white color coded wire to either one of the wires from each valve solenoid This is called the valve common wire Attach an individual color coded wire to the remaining wire from each valve solenoid Make a note of the wire color used for each valve and the watering zone it controls You will need this information when connecting the valve wires to the timer D CAUTION To prevent corrosion connection failure and possible short circuit use Toro waterproof wire connectors Model 53687 or grease caps on all exposed wire splice connections Route the wire cable into the timer through the large opening in the base of the housing or through PVC conduit if installed Strip insulation back 3 8 10mm from all cable wires Note The zone modules have snap in wire terminals To attach wires simply raise the lever insert the stripped wire and press the lever down to secure Secure the valve common wire to the terminal labeled COM Connect the individual zone valve wires to the appropriate zone module terminals Connect the master valve wire if applicable to the terminal labeled PUMP MV Connecting a Pump Siart Relay Note Connecting a master valve or pump start relay is optional and may not be required for your sprinkler system ACAUTION To prevent timer damage do not connect the timer directly to the pump sta
5. or orF button to select on button mo Monday will now begin the desired program start time number flashing Continue to exclude or skip each 4 Press the next button day of the week as needed Note To remove a start time select OFF Turn Program Off by pressing the on and oFF buttons 1 Turnthecontroldialtothe 8 at the same time and continue at step 8 WATERING DaAyS 7 position 5 To set the hour press the on or oFF 2 Set the pRoarams switch as needed button to select the desired program 6 Press the next button 3 Press the on or oFF button to select 7 To set the minutes press the on or OFF oFF button 4 Return the control dial to RUN continued 8 Press the next button The next program start time number will begin flashing 9 To review or change another start time return to step 3 10 Return the control dial to RuN To Change Zone Run Times 1 Turn the control dial to the SET ZONE TIMES position 2 Set the proarams switch as needed to select the desired program 3 Zone number 1 will be flashing and its current run time or OFF will be shown To select a different zone number press the on or oFF button 4 Press the Next button 5 To set the run time press the on or oFF button Note To remove a zone run time select OFF by pressing the on and oFF buttons at the same time 6 Press the next button 7 To review or change a run time for another zone r
6. 4 Return the control dial to RUN This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential instal lation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interfer ence will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does harmful 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 1 Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna 2 Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver 3 Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected 4 Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help The user may find the following booklet prepared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful How To Identify and Resolve Radio TV Interference Problems This booklet is available from the U S Government Printing Office Washington DC 20402 Stock No 004 000 00345 4 E The Toro Promise Limited One year Warranty The Toro Company and its
7. ES ECX TRA Installation Procedures Indoor Timer Installation 00000 2 Connecting the Valves eesti 2 Connecting a Pump Start Relay 0 3 Connecting the Plug in Transformer 3 Outdoor Timer Installation 0000000 4 Preparing the Timer Cabinet 00 4 Installing the Cabinet ceeeeeeeeeereee 4 Connecting the Valves eeeeeeeeeeeeees 5 Connecting a Pump Start Relay 0 6 Connecting the Power Source n 6 Connecting a Rain Sensor optional 7 ECXTRA Scheduling Advisor Installation and USec nnana na 8 Basic Timer Operations To Set or Change Time Date 9 Installation and Operation Quick Start Guide To Change a Watering Day Schedule 9 Calendar Day Schedule ccccceseeeeees 9 Interval Schedule cecceeeeeeseeeeeseeeeseees 10 Odd or Even Date Schedule ceeeeee 10 Day EXClUSIOM sess ciceces drctess crs ona 10 Turn Program Off sisisi tiorina 11 To Change Program Start Times 11 To Change Zone Run Times 5 12 To Turn the Timer Offf ccceessecees 12 Manual Operations a eee 13 Operating Programs Manually 0 06 13 Manual Program Controls eeaeee 13 Operating Zones Manually cceecee 14 Rain Delay Feature 2 14 Season Adjust Feature ceeeee 15 Electromagnetic Compatibi
8. S FOR USE ARE LIMITED TO THE DURATION OF THIS EXPRESS WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from state to state 16 2009 The Toro Company Irrigation Division www toro com 373 0532 Rev A
9. ace the transformer compartment cover 5 Apply power to the timer Note The display will begin flashing 12 00 am Press any button to halt flashing Connecting a Rain Sensor optional A rain sensor is a remote device that can be connected directly to your ECXTRA to automatically interrupt watering during rain A sensor control switch is provided to enable the sensor operation to be turned On and Off as needed When the rain sensor detects a specified amount of rain it automatically signals the ECXTRA to suspend all watering operations The No Watering symbol will appear in the upper right corner of the display until the sensor automatically resets for dry conditions The symbol will then disappear and timer operation will resume as programmed 1 Route the two sensor wires from the device into the timer housing through the access hole provided 2 Remove the U shaped plastic piece from the Sensor terminal connectors Connect the two sensor wires in any order 4 Set the Sensor Configuration Switch to NC Normally Closed or NO Normally Open operation as required by the type of sensor connected Note Refer to the instructions provided with the rain sensor to determine NC or NO switch type and for additional installation and operating information Set the Sensor Control Switch as required ENB enable allows the rain sensor to interrupt watering DIS disable bypasses the rain sensor input
10. affiliate Toro Warranty Company pursuant to an agreement between them jointly warrants to the owner against defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of purchase Neither The Toro Company nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for failure of products not manufactured by them even though such products may be sold or used in conjunction with Toro products During such warranty period we will repair or replace at our option any part found to be defective Return the defective part to the place of purchase Our liability is limited solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts There are no other express warranties This warranty does not apply where equipment is used or installation is performed in any manner contrary to Toro s specifications and instructions nor where equipment is altered or modified NEITHER THE TORO COMPANY NOR TORO WARRANTY COMPANY IS LIABLE FOR INDIRECT INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAM AGES IN CONNECTION WITH THE USE OF EQUIPMENT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO VEGETATION LOSS THE COST OF SUBSTI TUTE EQUIPMENT OR SERVICES REQUIRED DURING PERIODS OF MALFUNCTION OR RESULTING NON USE PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY RESULTING FROM INSTALLER S NEGLIGENCE Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or conse quential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING THOSE OF MERCHANTABIL ITY AND FITNES
11. ed 1 Route wire pair from the 24V relay into the timer 2 Connect one wire to the terminal labeled COM Connect the remaining wire to the terminal labeled PUMP MV ACAUTION To prevent pump damage due to back pressure remove all unused zone modules Connect a jumper wire from an unused zone terminal to a terminal with a valve connected Connecting the Plug in Transformer ACAUTION Do not plug the transformer into an electrical outlet until all of the wiring procedures have been completed 1 2 Route the cable from the transformer through the small opening in the base of the housing Connect one cable wire in either order to each terminal labeled 24 VAC Note The display will begin flashing 12 00 am Press any button to halt flashing Outdoor Timer Installation Installing the Cabinet Preparing the Timer Cabinet 1 1 Remove the lower housing cover by pulling outward on the handle 2 Remove two phillips screws from the transformer access cover Pull the cover outward from the bottom to remove Note Three lower mounting holes are provided The center hole is open and the outer holes partially through pilot holes If the outer holes are to be used open the pilot holes using a 3 16 6mm drill bit Three wiring conduit access holes are provided in the cabinet base as follows 1 1 2 13mm for input power wires 1 3 4 19mm for sprinkler valve wires 1 1 2 13mm for Toro RainSensor
12. epeat steps 5 and 6 8 Return the control dial to nuN To Turn the Timer Off When the control dial is turned to off the timer immediately shuts off any watering operation currently in progress Leaving the control dial in the off position will prevent all automatic and manual watering operations For extended shutdown of the sprinkler system leave the control dial in the orF position Timer operation is resumed by turning the control dial to RUN Manual Operations Operating Programs Manually Note Watering programs A B and C can be operated individually or set to run consecutively in alphabetical order 1 Ensure the control dial is in the Run position Position the proaRams switch to select a program you wish to start Press the MANUAL sTaRT button two times To place additional programs in queue repeat steps 2 and 3 Note When more than one program is selected to start the programs will operate one at a time in alphabetical order regardless of the order selected Manual Program Controls Note During automatic program operation the following manual controls are available Pause Watering Press the on and orF buttons at the same time Resume Watering when paused Press the Next button Cancel Watering Press the on and orF buttons at the same time two times Skip Zones Press the next button one time Adjust Zone Run Time Press the on butto
13. er to pages 4 and 5 of the ECXTRA User s Guide for the location of the Time Pod connection port Verify that the ECXTRA timer is set to RUN then press the Time Pod button to initiate the data transfer The ECXTRA display will prompt DONE when the procedure is completed Note Any setup programming or operational changes made at the ECXTRA timer cannot be transferred or uploaded to the PC via the Time Pod device or connection port Windows is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and other countries Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corporation in the United States or other countries Basic ECXTRA Timer Operations i N gt A 9 a Turn the control dial to the CURRENT TimE pAY Z position To adjust the flashing portion of the display press the on or oFF button Press the next button Repeat steps 2 and 3 to set the following current information minutes year month and day Return the control dial to nun Calendar Schedule 1 Turn the control dial to the WATERING DAYS 7 position Set the proarams switch as necessary to select the desired program Press the on or orF button as needed to select CAL 4 Press the next button 5 To select the day flashing press the on button To remove the day press the oFF button Repeat this step until only the desired watering days are shown Return the control dial to nun
14. lity 15 The Toro Promise ccecceeseereeeeeees 16 Zone Description Location 000 16 Indoor Timer Installation Connecting the Valves AIMPORTANT The ECXTRA Indoor model is not weather resistant and must be installed ina sheltered area 1 Select a location for the timer within 4 1 2m of an electrical outlet Make sure the outlet is not controlled by a light switch 2 Remove the mounting bracket from the back of the timer housing by pulling the lower edge of the bracket away and down from the timer housing 3 Place the mounting bracket against the wall aligning the top edge at about eye level Secure the bracket using the two stainless steel screws provided or use appropriate screw anchors if installing on drywall or masonry Note If optional valve wiring conduit is preferred insert 3 4 19mm PVC conduit into the sleeve provided on the bottom edge of the bracket 4 Align the slotted openings on the back of timer housing with the mounting bracket tabs Slide the timer downward to engage the tabs Note Store the Quick Start guide in the pocket formed between the timer and mounting bracket 1 2 3 Route the valve control wires between the valves and the timer Note The snap in wire connectors accept 14 to 18 gauge wire Using 18 gauge multi strand direct burial irrigation cable is recommended Choose a cable that has at least one more wire co
15. n to increase run time or the orF button to decrease run time Operating Zones Manually Rain Delay Feature 1 Return the control dial to RUN This feature enables all watering operations 2 Position the pRoaRams switch as needed to be delayed from 1 to 7 days to select the program with the assigned 1 Turn the control dial to the RAIN DELAY lt gt zone s position 3 Press the MANUAL sTarT button 2 To set the number of Rain Delay days 4 The first zone assigned to the program will press the on or oFF button begin flashing To select this zone press 3 Turn the control dial to the RuN the on button To skip this zone press Note To cancel Rain Delay operation the orF button Continue selecting any turn the control dial momentarily to oFF aaditional zones inthis manner Note The indicated Rain Delay number 5 Press the MaNuaL start button will decrease as each day passes When 6 To select zones from another program the number reaches 0 zero automatic repeat steps 2 through 5 operation will resume Season Adjust Feature Electromagnetic Compatibility Note Prior to using the Season Adjust feature for the first time refer to the ECXTRA User s Guide for additional important operating information 1 Turn the control dial to the SEASON ADJUST position 2 Set the procrams switch to select the desired program 3 Press the on or orF until the desired adjustment value 10 to 200 is flashing
16. nductor than the number of valves to be connected Attach the white color coded wire to either one of the wires from each valve solenoid This is called the valve common wire Attach an individual color coded wire to the remaining wire from each valve solenoid Make a note of the wire color used for each valve and the watering zone it controls You will need to have this information when connecting the valve wires to the timer ACAUTION Use Toro waterproof wire connectors Model 53687 or grease caps on all exposed wire connections to prevent corrosion connection failure and short circuit 4 Route the wire cable into the timer through the large opening in the base of the housing or through PVC conduit if installed Strip insulation back 3 8 10mm from all cable wires Note The zone modules have quick release wire terminals To attach wires simply raise the lever insert the stripped wire and press the lever down to secure 5 Secure the valve common wire to the terminal labeled COM Connect the individual zone valve wires to the appropriate zone module terminals Connect the master valve wire if applicable to the terminal labeled PUMP MV Connecting a Pump Siart Relay Note Connecting a master valve or pump start relay is optional and may not be required for your sprinkler system ACAUTION To prevent timer damage do not connect the timer directly to the pump starter A 24 VAC 0 3A max relay must be us
17. rter A 24 VAC 0 3A max relay must be used 1 For pump relay wires install a 1 2 18mm conduit adapter and conduit 2 Connect a wire pair to the pump relay terminals and route the cable through the conduit and into the timer housing 3 Connect one wire to the terminal labeled COM Connect the remaining wire to the terminal labeled PUMP MV ACAUTION To prevent pump damage due to back pressure remove all unused zone modules Connect a jumper wire from an unused zone terminal to a zone terminal with a valve connected Connecting the Power Source WARNING AC power wiring must be installed and connected by qualified personnel only All electrical components and installation procedures must comply with all applicable local and national electrical codes Some codes may require a means of disconnection from the AC power source installed in the fixed wiring and having a contact separation of at least 0 120 in the line and neutral poles Make sure the power source is OFF prior to connecting the timer 1 Route 120 VAC power and equipment ground wires from the power source through the conduit and into the timer transformer compartment Note The input power terminal block accepts wire size up to 14 gauge 2mm 2 Remove 3 8 10mm insulation from each wire Using a small common screwdriver secure the wires to the terminal block as follows Hot to L Neutral to N and Equipment Ground to G w 4 Repl
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