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Table of Contents——————————————————IntroductionHow the Intelli-SenseTM System Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Control Module Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4–5

Setup ProceduresSet Irrigation Start Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6Set Water Window Duration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Set High ET Irrigation Start Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7Set Clock Time and Date . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Select Local Time Zone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8Select Daylight Savings Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9Select Maximum Active Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9View Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9View Phase Integrity Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10Select Phase Lock . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10View Microzone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10View WeatherTRAKTM Version Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Select Stacking Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11Set Water District Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Set Maximum Backup ET Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12Select Rain Service Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Set ZIP Code Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13Set ET Zone Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14View Group Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14Select Internal or External Radio Antenna . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Watering Day Scheduling ProceduresSelect Schedule Identifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15Select Schedule Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Automated By WeatherTRAK® Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16Odd/Even Day Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17Interval Day Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18Days-of-Week Format . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

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Programming ProceduresSelect Station to Be Programmed . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Select Station Program Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20Fully Automated Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Select Schedule A or B Identifier . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Select Water Window Option . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21Select Sprinkler Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Set Precipitation Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22Set Sprinkler Efficiency Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Select Soil Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .23Select Plant Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Select Root Depth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24Select Microclimate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Select Slope Factor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25Select Sprinkler Location on Slope . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Set Usable Rainfall % (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26Completing the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

User Programmed–ET Service Active Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27Set Cycle Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Select Number of Cycles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28Set Soak Time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Set Watering Day Schedule . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Let Me Set Watering Days . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29Water 7 Days Per Week . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30Set Watering Day Interval . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

Completing the Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

User Programmed–ET Service Inactive Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

Station Program Off Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

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Control Features Copy and Restore Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

Copy From Stations to Station(s) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33Restore Program Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34Restore Schedule and Setup Default Values . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Review Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

% Adjust Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

ET/Kc Review and Adjust Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Review Current Daily ET Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Review Current Weekly ET Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Adjust Weekly ET Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .40Adjust Custom Turf and Plant Kc Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Operating Modes and FeaturesRun Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .41

Manual Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Operate Specific Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42Operate All Stations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .43

Rain Pause Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Off Mode – Controller Shutdown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

System Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Alert Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45Water Window Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Day Status Schedule (A and B) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Communication Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46Electrical Status . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

System Help Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Current Weekly ET . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Serial Number . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Microzone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Data Encryption Mask . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

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Start Times (First Irrigation and High ET Start) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Beep on Message? (Yes/No) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Phase Integrity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Lock Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Reset/Erase or Restart . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Installation ProceduresInstalling the Controller . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .48

Connecting the Control Valves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Connecting an Earth Ground . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .49

Connecting a Rain Sensor (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .50

Connecting the Indoor Model Power Source and Earth Ground . . . . . . . .51

Connecting the Outdoor Model Power Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Installing an External Antenna (optional) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Display Contrast Adjust Feature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

AppendicesAppendix A: Sprinkler Precipitation Rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Appendix B: Troubleshooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Appendix C: Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Fuse Replacement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

FCC Compliance Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Toro Warranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

Proof of Purchase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Back Cover

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IntroductionImproper irrigation is often the culprit of pale, sparse turf and disease-prone plants. Frequent watering promotes shallow root growth andincreases the plants’ susceptibility to disease while decreasing its toleranceto stress conditions. Over-watering saturates the soil, causing runoff whichpollutes and endangers our natural watersheds and beaches.The precise irrigation that you can attain using the Intelli-Sense control system will not only help keep your landscape in top condition and look-ing it’s best, it will save you money by reducing water use to a minimum.

How the Intelli-Sense System WorksFirst, you will be guided through a series of display screens where veryspecific information about your landscape, soil, climate, and irrigation system components will be entered. The Intelli-Sense then uses this data tocalculate a precise baseline irrigation program for each station. The stationprograms are automatically adjusted each day for current weather condi-tions using location-specific ET data broadcast to the Intelli-Sense by theWeatherTRAK ET EverywhereTM service.

Across the US each day, a vast network of weather stations transmitsweather data to the NOAA satellite.WeatherTRAK collects specific data from the satellite and numerousother weather-tracking sources. This information is then analyzed and converted to location-specificevapotranspiration (ET) data (accurate to one square kilometer) andtransmitted to the WeatherTRAK wireless network. Current ET data is then broadcast to Intelli-Sense controllers (with ETEverywhere service enabled) and adjusts irrigation schedules accordingly.

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Getting StartedThe first step in preparing the Intelli-Sense for operation is to put asidewhat you may know about conventional controller programming. Why?Because the Intelli-Sense takes a much more scientific approach toirrigation scheduling. Do you have to be a agronomist to use the Intelli-Sense? Absolutely not. The Intelli-Sense takes care of the “Science” for you.Conventional controllers schedule irrigation by “Programs” that operatestations on specific days, at specific times for a specific duration. The Intelli-Sense automatically calculates the exact amount of water neededfor each station zone, independent of one another, based on site-specificlandscape and irrigation system information. So there are no programs toguesstimate. Each station zone receives only the necessary amount of waterto replace what’s lost each day through natural evaporation and planttranspiration—all automatically.

The true benefits of the Intelli-Sense precision irrigation control system arerealized when the irrigation system design, installation and sprinkleradjustment is correct and operating within the sprinkler manufacturers’specifications. We recommend that you do a thorough operational check ofthe irrigation system, especially if the Intelli-Sense is being installed in aretrofit installation where the design, piping, sprinkler type and spacingmay be unknown or less than optimal.

Just as important as the system hardware, is the accuracy of theinformation entered for each station. The watering routine formulated bythe Intelli-Sense can only be as accurate as the information you provide.

A Landscape and Irrigation System Profile Worksheet is provided to help you record and organize the information you will need to have on hand toprepare the Intelli-Sense for operation. Taking the time to complete theform before moving ahead to the actual programming procedures will havethe Intelli-Sense up and running in the shortest possible time.

One of the elements on the worksheet is sprinkler Precipitation Rate (PR). If this key information is not known, refer to Appendix A of this guide toassist in acquiring accurate PR information.

Note: Your landscape may go through a reconditioning period with theIntelli-Sense in control. It will take some time and a phased-in approach todevelop an optimal watering routine. However, you should begin to see anotable increase in water savings and plant health within a short time.

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Intelli-Sense Control Module Components

Information DisplayLarge, easy-to-read digital display provides text information forcontroller setup, programming, operation and messaging functions.

Upper Line DialTurn this dial left or right to select the menu items that appear on theupper line of the display.

Lower Line DialTurn this dial left or right to change the input data that appears on thelower line of the display

Copy ButtonThe Copy button is used to execute the copy feature commands.

Function DialTurn this dial left or right to select the various controller functions. A briefdescription of each function follows on page 5. For detailed information,refer to the page number next to the function name

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Upper LineLower Line


RUN (p. 41)The normal dial position for automatic operation. Current time/dateand controller activity is displayed.

SETUP (p. 6)To select and define specific controller setup parameters.

SCHEDULE (p. 15)To select and define the watering day schedule for stations using theFully Automated program mode.

PROGRAM (p. 20)To enter specific watering routine information required for eachstation.

COPY (p. 33)To transfer programming data from one station to another. Also enablesrestoration of the Setup, Schedule and Program default settings.

REVIEW (p. 36)To review watering program settings for each station.

% ADJUST (p. 38)To adjust the total applied irrigation to a Fully Automated station zone.Adjustment range: 25% increase to 50% decrease (5% increments).

RAIN PAUSE (p. 44)To suspend automatic watering for a period of 1 to 14 days.

OFF (p. 45)To terminate and suspend all watering activity.

DISPLAY ADJ (p.53)To adjust the display screen contrast for various lighting conditions.

HELP (p. 47)To display various help menu items.

ALERTS (p. 45)To view current status of various control system functions.

ET (p. 40)To display and set various ET (evapotranspiration) values and plantcoefficient (Kc) factors.

MANUAL (p. 42)To manually control station watering operation.

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Setup ProceduresThe information entered in the Setup procedures will adapt the Intelli-Sensefor operation in your location and climate. The setup menu items are accessedin the following order:

Irrigation Start Time Microzone Number (view only)

Water Window (duration) WeatherTRAK Version (view only)

High ET Start Time Stacking (y/n)

Clock Time and Date Water District Number

Time Zone Maximum ET Value

Daylight Savings (y/n) Rain Service (y/n)

Number of Active Stations Zip Code Number

Serial Number (view only) ET Zone Number

Phase Integrity (view only) Group Number

Lock Phase

• Turn the Function dial to SETUP.

Set Irrigation Start TimeThe duration of time allotted for irrigation within a 24-hour period is calledthe “Water Window.” The irrigation start time initiates the scheduledwatering for the day and marks the beginning of the Water Windowduration. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Irrig Start (Hour).• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the start time hour (a.m. or p.m.).• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Irrig Start (minute).• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the start time minute.

Note: A 12:01 a.m. is the earliest possible start time.Example: Irrigation start time set to 1:15 a.m.

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Set Water Window Duration

Important: The Water Window duration is adjustable from 6 hours to 23 hours and 59 minutes. There are two important rulesto consider when selecting the duration:

Rule #1 – The Water Window duration must be sufficient to enable all of thescheduled stations to irrigate within the allotted time. Any scheduled stationoperation remaining when the Water Window end time occurs will be carriedover to the next scheduled watering day and an “Alert” condition will occur.Rule #2 – If the Water Window extends past Midnight into an unscheduledwatering day, stations will continue to operate as programmed regardlessof the day schedule.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Window (Hour).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select hours (6 to 23).• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Window (Minute).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select minutes (0 to 59).• Example: The Water Window duration is set for 7 hours.

With a start time set for 1:15 a.m., the resulting end time is 8:15 a.m.

Set High ET Irrigation Start TimeIf the daily calculated ET rate is higher than can be replenished in one runcycle of the scheduled stations, the High ET start time will enable thestations which require additional irrigation to run again in the same day. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set High ET Start (Hour).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select the start time hour (1 p.m. to 9 p.m.).• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set High ET Start (minute).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select start time minutes (0 to 59).

Example: High ET start time set for 1:15 p.m.

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Set Clock Time and Date• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Clock (Year) (or the portion of

the Time/Date you wish to set).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select the the current value.• Repeat the procedure to set the current Month, Day, Hour and Minute.

Example: Date set to February 2nd, 2004 and current time is 4:47 p.m.

Select Local Time Zone The daily ET Everywhere broadcast updates the controller clock to currentGreenwich Mean Time. The GMT data must be corrected for the local timezone and Daylight Savings Time (if selected) to enable synchronization.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Time Zone.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select the applicable time zone from the

following menu:Pacific EasternAlaska CentralHawaii MountainAtlantic.

Example: Hawaii time zone selected.

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Select Daylight Savings Option• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Auto Daylight Savings?• Turn the Lower Line dial to select Yes or No.

Example: Daylight Savings Time is selected.

Select Maximum Active StationsSelect the number of stations actually used in the irrigation system.

Important: Selecting a higher number of stations than actuallyused can cause the Water Window duration to be exceeded,resulting in false condition alerts. Setting a lower number thanactual will prevent some of the stations from operating.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Max Active Stations.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select the applicable number.

Example: The controller is currently using 11 stations.

View Serial Number• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Serial Number. Record the number

for future reference.Example: The controller serial number is 00000056.

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View Phase Integrity DataThe Phase Integrity reference screen displays current signal receptionstrength values of four receiver phases labeled A–D. Phases A, B and C areused during the ET Everywhere service setup process. Phase D is reservedfor customer service troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures only.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Phase Integrity.

Example: A typical phase integrity screen.

Select Phase LockDuring the ET Everywhere service set up process, you will be instructed tolock onto the signal phase with the highest numeric value. This is a one-time setup procedure. Once service is established, the Intelli-Sense willautomatically unlock to scan all three phases, providing redundancy andreliability of the ET Everywhere service data transmission.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Lock Phase.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select A, B, C.

Example: Receiver locked to Phase B.

View Microzone NumberThe Microzone number is automatically downloaded during the ET Everywhere service activation and is displayed for reference only.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Microzone (8-digit number).

Example: Typical Microzone number screen.

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View WeatherTRAK Firmware Version NumberThe current WeatherTRAK firmware version number is downloadedduring the ET Everywhere service activation and is displayed for referenceonly.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select WT Version (3-digit number).

Example: Current WeatherTRAK firmware version is 00300a46.

Set Stacking Option“Stacking” is a term that describes single station operation whenoverlapping watering cycles occur. Selecting “Stacking Yes”constrainsoperation to watering schedule “A” runs first, followed by wateringschedule “B.”Stations run one at a time in sequential order, from lowest tohighest station number.Selecting “Stacking No” removes the constraint and enables overlappingstation cycles to operate at the same time.

Important: Before selecting the “Stacking No” option, ensurethe hydraulic capacity of the irrigation system and the maximumcontroller output of 1 Amp will not be exceeded if two stationsoperate concurrently.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Stacking.• Turn the Lower Line dial to Yes or No.

Example: The Stacking Yes option is selected.

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Set Water District NumberIf you are an active participant in a water agency program, you will begiven a water district code number to enter during the ET Everywhereservice activation. This code number will enable the Intelli-Sense to beautomatically notified of specific water agency requirements.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Dist. # Digit 1. • A cursor indicates the adjustable digit of the five-digit number.

Turn the Upper Line dial as necessary to move the cursor.• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the underlined digit. • Repeat these steps to enter the assigned number.

Example: Water district code number set to 11234.

Set Maximum Backup ET ValueIf the Intelli-Sense fails to receive the ET Everywhere Service data, the lastbroadcast ET data received will be used to calculate the watering cycles. TheIntelli-Sense will continue operating in this mode up to four consecutivedays, after which the Maximum Backup ET value will be used to in the dailywatering cycle calculation. The ET value entered can range from 0.00 to 9.99 and should represent thehighest Weekly ET value expected for the year. The Intelli-Sense willautomatically adjust (but not exceed) this value to meet the current seasonalET demand rate.

Note: Contact a local farm advisory service for specific ET information. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Max Backup ET Digit 1.

A cursor indicates the adjustable digit of the three-digit value. Turn the dial as necessary to move the cursor.

• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the underlined digit. • Repeat these steps to enter the maximum ET value.

Example: Maximum Backup ET is set to 2.25.

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Select Rain Service OptionRain Service is an ET Everywhere service option that enables the daily ETcomputation to factor in added precipitation due to rainfall on a percentageof the station zone area. This service must be activated by HydroPoint to beoperational. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Rain Service Active.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select YES or NO (applicable only if

activated).Example: Rain service is not active.

Set ZIP Code NumberEntering the controller installation site ZIP Code is required to provide alocation reference for the ET Everywhere service.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Zip Code Digit 1.

A cursor indicates the adjustable digit of a five-digit number. Turn the dial as necessary to move the cursor.

• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the underlined digit. • Repeat these steps to enter the number.

Example: ZIP Code set to 92502.

Set ET Zone NumberThe ET Zone number may not be applicable in all systems. If required, youwill be provided a number to enter during the ET Everywhere serviceactivation. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set ET Zone # Digit 1.

A cursor indicates the adjustable digit of a five-digit value. Turn the dial as necessary to move the cursor.

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• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the underlined digit. • Repeat these steps to enter the number.

Example: ET zone number set to 54321.

View Group NumberIf the Intelli-Sense user is an active participant in a water conservation orregulatory program, a Group number will be downloaded by the ETEverywhere service during activation. This value enables the ETEverywhere service to communicate specific watering guidelines informa-tion to the controller.

Example: The default Group number is 00000.

Select Radio Antenna OptionThe Intelli-Sense utilizes a built-in radio antenna for reception of the ETEverywhere service broadcast signal. During the service activation process,the signal reception strength is tested. If signal reception is marginal, anexternal antenna may be required. This condition will usually beencountered when the Intelli-Sense is installed inside a steel safetyenclosure. Contact your Toro distributor for external antenna kit, P/N 102-4482.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Radio Antenna• Turn the Lower Line dial to select Internal or External antenna.

Example: The default radio antenna selection is Internal

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Watering Day Scheduling ProcedureImportant: The Schedule function is used exclusively to select

a watering day routine for stations that will be assigned to the“Fully Automated” program mode. If planning to use either “UserProgrammed” with or without the ET service, please disregard thisprocedure. Refer to Programming Procedures starting on page 20.

The watering day schedule determines which days will be eligible forwatering. Two separate schedules, designated as “A” and “B”can bedefined for automated operation. Each station using the Fully AutomatedProgram Mode is assigned to either schedule A or B. Note: Watering can only occur on scheduled watering days. If the daily ETcomputation determines that watering is not required for the day, automaticwatering will not occur. Regardless of ET, watering will not occur on daysthat are not scheduled.Select Schedule Identifier • Turn the Function dial to SCHEDULE. By default, Schedule A is selected.• To select Schedule B, turn the Lower Line dial to display Sch B.

Example: Schedule A selected.

Select Schedule FormatFor each schedule, one of four watering day formats can be selected. The format menu items are accessed by the Lower Line dial in thefollowing order:

Automated by WeatherTRAK IntervalOdd/Even Days of Week

Note: “Automated by WeatherTRAK” is selected by default. To select analternate format, continue at one of the appropriate procedure heading andpage number listed below:� Odd/Even Day Format, page 17.� Day Interval Format, page 18.� Days of Week Format, page 19.

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� Automated by WeatherTRAK FormatThis format automatically selects watering days based on data receivedfrom the daily WeatherTRAK ET Everywhere service broadcast. A feature included in this format enables any one day of the week to berestricted from watering if required.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days SCH A (or B)

Automated by WeatherTRAK as shown in the example below.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Best Non-Water Day Sch A (or B).• Turn the Lower Line dial to select a specific day of the week to restrict

watering, or None if no restricted days are required.Example: Sunday selected as a restricted day.

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� Odd/Even Day FormatThis watering day format enables all odd-or all even-number calendar daysto be scheduled. Note: If the daily ET computation determines that watering is not requiredfor the scheduled day, watering will not occur. Automatic watering will neveroccur on unscheduled days.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days SCH A (or B)

Automated by WeatherTRAK. • Turn the Lower Line dial to select Odd/Even.

Example: Odd/Even watering day schedule selected.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Water Day Odd/Even Sch (Odd)• To select Even, turn the Lower Line knob to display Even.

Example: An Even watering day format is selected for Schedule A.

Note: When using the Odd number watering day schedule, the 31st and1st will be consecutive watering days.

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� Interval Water Day FormatThe Interval format enables a you to select a periodic water day scheduleranging from 01 (every day) to 31 (every 31st day) in one-day increments.For example, a 02 interval schedules one watering day followed by one dayoff, or watering every other day. A 06 interval schedules one watering dayfollowed by five days off, and so on up to 31.Note: The first day of an Interval schedule is today. Watering can occurtoday if the irrigation start time and water window end time have not yetoccurred. When the function dial is in the RUN position, the number ofdays remaining before the next scheduled watering day will be displayed.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days SCH A (or B)

Automated by WeatherTRAK. • Turn the Lower Line dial to select Interval.

Example: Interval watering day schedule selected.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select the desired Interval number (01–31).Example: A two-day (02) interval is selected for Schedule A.

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� Days-of-Week FormatThis watering day format enables each day of the week (per month) to beincluded or excluded from the schedule.Note: If the daily ET computation determines that watering is not requiredfor the scheduled day, watering will not occur. Automatic watering will neveroccur on unscheduled days.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days SCH A (or B)

Automated by WeatherTRAK (default). • Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Water Days Sch A (or B)

Days of Week.Example: Watering by days of the week format selected for Schedule A.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to display the days of the week by month. The cursor will underline the letter Y (Yes) below the letter S (Sunday).Note: By default, all days of all months are selected as active (Y).Example: Jan (January) is selected and watering can occur every day.

• To remove specific days of the week from the watering schedule, turn theUpper Line dial to position the cursor under the day abbreviation. Turnthe Lower Line dial once to replace the letter Y with a dash (inactive)

Example: In January, watering is set for Monday, Wednesday and Friday.

Note: Moving the cursor past the last day of the week will advance thedisplay to the next month.

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Programming ProceduresThe information entered in the Programming procedures determines howoften and how long the stations operate on a scheduled watering day. The Intelli-Sense offers four watering program modes of operation:Fully Automated Mode – The program is automatically calculated bythe Intelli-Sense processor and updated daily by the ET Everywhere servicebroadcast data.User Programmed – ET Service Active Mode – The program isdefined by the user and updated daily by the ET Everywhere servicebroadcast data.User Programmed – ET Service Inactive Mode – The program isdefined by the user and ET Everywhere service is not activated.Station Program Off Mode – Turns off individual station operation.

Select Station to be Programmed• Turn the Function dial to PROGRAM. By default, Set Sta To Program

Program Sta (01) will be displayed.• To change the station number, turn the Lower Line dial.

Note: Station number access is limited to the active station count enteredin the “Select Maximum Active Stations” Setup screen on page 9.Example: Station 01 is selected for programming.

Select Station Program Mode• To select a program mode, continue at the appropriate procedure heading

and page number listed below: � Fully Automated Mode, page 21.� User Programmed with ET Service Active Mode, page 27.� User Programmed with ET Service Inactive Mode, page 32.� Station Program Off Mode, page 33.

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� Fully Automated Program ModeNote: If you have not completed the provided System Profile Worksheet,take some time to do so before proceeding.To establish an accurate ET profile for each station watering zone, thefollowing parameters must be entered:� Sprinkler type � Soil type � Plant type� Root depth � Microclimate � Precipitation rate � Efficiency factor � Slope % � Location on slope• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Program Mode Sta (01)

Fully Automated (default). See example below.

Select Schedule A or B Identifier•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Schedule Sta (01) Sch A (default).•To select Schedule B, turn the Lower Line dial to display Sch B.Example: Schedule A is selected.

Select Water Window OptionThis selection option enables you to constrain the station operation to occuronly within the set Water Window time frame (Yes), or (No) to enable thestation to operate at any time during a scheduled watering day.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Use Water Window Sta (01)

Yes (end time [computed]) (default).•To select No, turn the Lower Line dial.Example: Yes option elected. Station operation will be constrained to theWater Window time frame (established in the Setup procedures).

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Select Sprinkler Type•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Sprinkler Type Sta 01

Spray Head (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select the sprinkler type from the following

menu:Spray Head (fixed) Mixed ImpactsFull-circle Rotor Steam RotorsPart-circle Rotor BubblerMixed Rotors Drip EmitterFull-circle Impact Stream SprayPart-circle Impact

Example: Mixed Rotors selected for station 01.

Set Precipitation RateNote: The default Precipitation Rate (PR) value provided for eachsprinkler type can generally be used to establish a baseline wateringschedule. To acquire site-specific PR values, refer to Appendix A, page 54for detailed information.The sprinkler PR value can be set from 0.10 to 9.99 inches per hour.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Precip Digit 1 Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the first digit.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select digit 2.•Repeat this procedure to adjust the second and third digits.Example: The PR entered is 0.75 inches per hour (default).

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Set Sprinkler Efficiency RateNote: The published Efficiency Rate for the selected sprinkler type isdisplayed as the default value. Using the default value is recommended ifthe actual Efficiency Rate is not known at this time. The default EfficiencyRate can be adjusted to fine-tune the watering program as follows: To decrease watering, increase the efficiency rate. Conversely, to increasewatering, decrease the efficiency rate.

The Efficiency Rate value is adjustable from 10–99%.

•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Effic’ncy Digit 1 Sta (01) 75Percent.

•Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the first digit.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select the second digit with the cursor.•Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the second digit.Example: The default efficiency rate value for the sprinklers controlled bystation 01 is 75%.

Select Soil Type•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Select Soil Type Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial to make a selection from the following menu:

Sandy Clay LoamSandy Loam ClayLoam

Example: The soil type selected for station 01 is Clay Loam

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Select Plant TypeNote: For hybrid turf or plant applications, select the Custom Plant A, Bor Turf option.

•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Select Plant Type Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial to make a selection from the following menu:

Warm Season Grass Mixed - Medium Water Use Combined Grass Mixed - Low Water UseFlowers Native Trees/Shrubs Trees Native GrassesShrubs - High Water Use Custom Plant AShrubs - Medium Water Use Custom Plant BShrubs - Low Water Use Custom TurfMixed - High Water Use

Example: The plant type selected for station 01 is “Warm Season Grass.”

Select Root Depth Note: The Intelli-Sense uses a soil moisture depletion model todetermine the irrigation requirements for each watering zone. A longerroot depth value increases the number of days between watering.Conversely, a shorter root depth value decreases the number of daysbetween watering. Select a root depth value from 2 to 36 inches.

•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Select Root Depth Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the first digit.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select the second digit.•Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the second digit.Example: The root depth entered for station 01 is 6 inches.

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Select MicroclimateSelect the microclimate that best describes the major portion of thewatering zone.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Microclimate Sta 01.•Turn the Lower Line dial to make a selection from the following menu:

Sunny All Day Sunny Most of the Day Shady Most of the Day Shady All Day.

Example: The microclimate selected for station 01 is“Sunny Most of the day.”

Select Slope FactorSelect the slope factor or gradient that best describes the major portion ofthe watering zone.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Slope Factor Sta 01.•Turn the Lower Line dial to select a slope factor from the following

menu:

Gentle: 6–8% (16.6:1–12.5:1) Grade (6%)

Mild: 9–12% (11.1–8.3:1) Grade (9%)

Moderate: 13–20% (7.7:1–5:1) Grade (13%)

Steep: > 20%+ (> 5:1) Grade (20%)

Example: The slope factor selected for station 01 is “Gentle 6–8% Grade.”

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Select Sprinkler Location on SlopeSelect the location on the slope that best describes sprinkler placement.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Sprinkler Location Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial make a from the following menu:

All Parts of Slope

Top of Slope

Middle of Slope

Bottom of Slope

Example: The slope factor selected for station 01 is “All Parts of Slope.”

Set Usable Rainfall % (Optional)Note: The Usable Rainfall control feature is available when the RainService option is activated by HydroPoint. The Rain Service monitors allrainfall in your area with an array of rain sensors and other weatherdetection devices. The rainfall data is included with the daily ETEverywhere service broadcast and is used in the computation of the nextscheduled automatic irrigation.The usable rainfall % value is the percentage of the overall watering zonethat is exposed to rainfall. Enter a percentage of coverage from 0 to 100% in 25% increments.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Usable Rainfall Sta (01).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select a percentage value from 0–100%.

Example: Usable Rainfall feature is inactive.

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Completing the Program•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Program Complete Sta (01).•To program the next station in sequence, turn the Upper Line dial to

select Set Sta to Program Program Sta (02).•Repeat the programming procedure for the remaining stations starting

on page 21.Important: If you have other stations with the same or

similar program attributes, the Copy and Restore feature enablesthe attributes of one station to be easily transferred to any or allother active stations and edited as necessary; greatly simplifyingthe programming process. See “Copy and Restore” on page 33 fordetailed information.

Note: When setting stations to run in the Fully Automated programmode, a daily watering schedule must also be selected. Continue at“Watering Day Scheduling Procedures,” starting on page 15 to select andset a watering day schedule.

� User Programmed–ET Service Active ModeIn this program mode, you will establish a baseline or target wateringroutine by defining four specific operating parameters. The target routine isthen automatically updated and modified as necessary each day using ETdata received from the ET Everywhere service broadcast.

•Turn the Upper Line dial to select set Program Mode Sta (01) Fully Automated (default).

•Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Program Mode STA (01) User Programmed – – with ET. See example below.

The operating parameters are listed in the following menu order:

Set Cycle Time Set Number of Cycles Set Soak Time Set Watering Day Schedule.

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Set Cycle TimeCycle Time is the length or duration of time a station operates during a watering cycle. Enter a value ranging from 0.1 to 99.9 minutes.

Important: Entering a 0 (zero) Cycle Time value willinadvertently disable the station and should be avoided. If itbecomes necessary to prevent a station from operating, see“Station Program Off,” on page 33 for the recommendedprocedure.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Cycle Time Sta (01)

05.0 Minutes (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select the minutes value (0–99).•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Cycle 10ths.•Turn the Lower Line dial to select the 10ths of a minute value (0–9).Example: Cycle Time is set for 12.5 minutes.

Select Number of CyclesThis program attribute establishes the maximum number of operatingcycles that the station can perform on a scheduled watering day. You canselect from 1 to 20 cycles.

Important: When operating the controller with ETEverywhere service enabled, the actual number of station wateringcycles required is computed from the daily ET broadcast data.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set # Of Cycles Sta (01)

01 Cycles/Operating Day (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select the value (1–20).Example: Two watering cycles per scheduled operating day have beenselected for station 01.

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Set Soak TimeSoak Time is a delay period that occurs between station watering cycleswhen more than one cycle per day is required. Soak Time enables thewater from a one run cycle to soak into the root zone before the next cyclebegins. The Soak Time value is adjustable from 10 to 480 minutes (8 hours)in 10-minute increments.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Soak Time Sta (01)

30 Minutes (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select the minutes value (10–480).Example: Soak time for station 01 is set for 50 minutes.

Set Watering Day ScheduleThe watering day schedule determines which days of the year will beeligible for watering. Three types of scheduling formats are provided:�Let Me Set Water Days – Enables you to schedule individual days of

each month to be eligible for watering. � Water 7 Days Per Week – Makes every day eligible for watering.� Set Water Day Intervals – Enables watering days to be scheduled

according to how often watering can occur. •Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta 01

Let Me Set Water Days (default).Example: Let me Set Water Days format selected.

Note: To select an alternate watering day schedule format, continue atthe appropriate procedure heading and page number listed below:

� Water 7 Days Per week (page 30).� Set Interval Water Day Format (page 31).

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•Turn the Upper Line dial to display the days of the week by month. The cursor will underline the letter Y (Yes) below the letter S (Sunday).

Note: By default, all days of all months are selected as active (indicatedby the letter Y).Example: Jan (January) is selected and watering can occur every day.

•To remove specific days of the week from the watering schedule, turn theUpper Line dial to position the cursor under the day abbreviation. Turnthe Lower Line dial once to replace the letter Y with a dash (inactive).

Example: In January, every Sunday and Saturday are excluded fromwatering.

Note: Moving the cursor past the last day of the week will advance thedisplay to the next month. •Repeat this procedure for each month.•Proceed to “Completing the Program” on page 32.

� Water 7 Days Per Week•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta (01)

Let Me Set Water Days (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta (01)

Water 7 Days Per Week as shown below.

•Continue at “Completing the Program” on page 32.

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� Set Interval Water Day FormatThe Interval format enables a you to select a periodic water day scheduleranging from 01 (every day) to 31 (every 31st day) in one-day increments.For example, a 02 interval schedules one watering day followed by oneday off, or watering every other day. A 06 interval schedules one wateringday followed by five days off, and so on up to 31.Note: The first day of an Interval schedule is today. Watering can occurtoday if the irrigation start time and water window end time have not yetoccurred. When the function dial is in the RUN position, the number ofdays remaining before the next scheduled watering day will be displayed.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta (01)

Let Me Set Water Days (default).•Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta (01)

Set Water Day Interval as shown below.

•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Water Days Sta (01) 01 Day (water every day) (default).

•Turn the Lower Line dial to change the Interval number (01–31).

Example: A 2-day or every-other-day Interval is set for Station 01.

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Completing the Program•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Program Complete Sta (01).Note: This completes the programming steps for the selected station. •To program the next station in sequence, turn the Upper Line dial to

select “Set Sta To Program Program Sta (02)”.Repeat the programming procedure for the remaining stations starting at“Select Station Program Mode” on page 20.

Important: If you have other stations with the same or similarprogram attributes, the controller’s Copy and Restore featureenables you to easily transfer the attributes of one station to any orall other active stations; greatly expediting the programmingprocess. See “Copy and Restore Feature” on page 33 for detailed procedures.

� User Programmed–ET Service Inactive ModeImportant: The program values entered for this program

mode are the same as the “User Program-ET Service Active” mode.However, an important difference to remember is that since the ETEverywhere service will not be used in this mode, all programmingvalues you enter will remain constant. For example, if you select a7-day watering schedule, watering will occur every day regardlessof the current ET rate. •Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Program Mode. Sta (01)

Fully Automated (default). •Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Program Mode. Sta (01)

User Programmed – – NO ET. See example below.

•Refer back to User Programmed – ET Service Active Mode anduse the same programming procedure starting with “Set Cycle Time,”on page 28.

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� Station Program Off ModeThe Station Program Off mode enables any station to be removed fromthe watering schedule without altering or changing any of its programattributes.•Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Program Mode Sta (01) .

“Fully Automated” mode will be selected by default. •Turn the Lower Line dial to select Set Program Mode Sta (01))

OFF.

•Repeat this procedure to turn off additional stations as needed.Note: To return a station to active status, simply assign any operationalprogram mode.

Control Features

Copy and Restore FeatureThe Copy and Restore feature enables quick and easy transfer of stationprogram values from one station to another or to all stations simultaneously. Additionally, the default values for Setup, Schedule and Program can beeasily restored to replace the current user-input values.

Copy from Station to Station(s)• Turn the Function Dial to COPY. The display will show Copy from

Sta 01 to Sta 01 (Press Copy) as shown below.

• Turn the Upper Line Dial to select the station number to copy from. • Turn the Lower Line Dial to select the station number or the

“All Stations” option to copy to. (CONTINUED)

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Note: Scroll past the last active station to select the “All Stations” option.Example: Station 01 data will be copied to all active stations.

• Press and hold the COPY Button until the Copying Done!confirmation message is displayed as shown in the example below.

Restore Program Default Values

• Turn the Function Dial to COPY. The display will show Copy From STA 01 To STA (01) as shown below.

• Turn the Upper Line Dial to select Copy Program Defaults.• Turn the Lower Line Dial to select an individual station or all active

stations to restore the default value. Example: Program default values will be restored to all active stations.

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• Press and hold the COPY Button until the Copying Done!confirmation message is displayed as shown below.

Restore Schedule or Setup Default ValuesNote: The Schedule and Setup default values will be restored to allstations. A method of restoring these defaults to individual stations is notavailable.• Turn the Function Dial to COPY. The display will show

Copy From Sta (01) To Sta (01) as shown below.

• Turn the Upper Line Dial to select Copy Schedule Defaults or Copy Setup Defaults.Example: The default Schedule values are selected.

• Press and hold the COPY Button until the Copying Done!confirmation message is displayed as shown below.

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Review FeatureThe Review feature provides a convenient, at-a-glance overview of thecurrent watering day schedule and program values for each station.The review information is displayed in an abbreviated format that enablesall pertinent station information to be conveniently viewed on a singlescreen.

• Turn the Function Dial to REVIEW. The review screen for station 01 willbe displayed.

•Turn the Upper Line Line to change the station number.Example: The illustration below depicts a typical review screen. Theformat will vary slightly by displaying information that pertainsspecifically to the station being reviewed.

In the example above, Station 01 is set to run for 25.6 minutes, onewatering cycle per day. The station is assigned to the“Fully Automated”program mode. The scheduled watering days for week 2 of an 8-weekschedule are Sunday and Thursday. The station run time has a 0% Adjustfactor, and a 5-minute soak-in elapse time will occur before the stationcan cycle on again.

StationNumber

ScheduledWatering Days

Percentage ofRun TimeAdjustment

Soak TimeDuration

Run TimeDuration

WateringCycles per Day

ProgramMode

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Example: This screen indicates that Station 03 is assigned to the UserProgrammed-With ET Service Active” (U–ET) program mode. Wateringdays are scheduled for seven days a week and there is a 30- minute soak-inelapse time set. If the assigned program mode is “User Programmed –WithET Service Inactive”, a “U–NO” abbreviation will be displayed.

If an Interval watering day schedule is assigned, the Interval number(01–31) and the number of days remaining until the next active wateringday will be displayed.

Example: The review screen below indicates that Station 01 is assignedto the “User Programmed with ET” (U–ET) program mode. The wateringdays are scheduled on a recurring 03 (3-day) Interval cycle and there aretwo days remaining (to go) until the next scheduled watering day.

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% Adjust FeatureA quick, convenient way to fine-tune station watering zones that are slightlydryer or wetter than optimum, the % Adjust feature enables the sumwatering of any Fully Automated station to be bumped up or down in small,5% increments. Simply dial-in a 5–25% increase or 5–50% decrease. TheIntelli-Sense instantly recalculates all factors that determine how much waterthe station zone must receive and makes the necessary adjustments.

Important: Your goal is to decrease irrigation to the point ofslight plant stress, then increase irrigation just enough to maintainplant health using the least amount of water.Note: Using the Review feature in conjunction with % Adjust provides ahandy reference of actual station operating values before and after thecalculated adjustments. • Turn the Function Dial to REVIEW. The display will show all of the

current operating control values for station 01.• Turn the Upper Line dial to change the station number as needed.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select Week 2 watering day schedule.

Note: The Review screen shows only the future days scheduled to water.Therefore, reviewing Week 2 is recommended to ensure all scheduledwatering days of the week are displayed.Example: Station 01 is currently set to run for 25.6 minutes, one time perday on Tuesday and Friday of Week 2. It has no % adjustment factor andhas a soak-in time set for 5 minutes.

• Turn the Function dial to ADJUST.

Important: The % Adjust feature applies only to stationsusing the Fully Automated program mode. The following messagewill be displayed for any station(s) that can not be adjusted.

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• Turn the Upper Line dial to select the station to adjust. In this examplestation 01 is selected.

• Turn the lower dial to the right to increase the percentage (+25 maximum)or left to decrease the percentage (-50% minimum).

Example: The Cycle Time for station 01 has been increased by 20%.

• Turn the Function dial to REVIEW to view the results of the adjustment.Example: Note the changes from screen 1 to screen 2 below. Station 01is now set run for 20.5 minutes, one time per day, and scheduled to runon Monday, Wednesday and Thursday of Week 2. The net result of the20% increase is actually a reduction in cycle time with an increase inwatering days. The Intelli-Sense calculated that the increase wouldexceed the soil reservoir capacity resulting in runoff. Adding daysspreads the increase over a longer period of time.Screen 1

Screen 2

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ET/Kc Review and Adjust FeatureThe screens provided within in the ET/Kc Review and Adjust featureenable the current ET values for daily and weekly watering operations tobe reviewed and Kc values for Custom Turf and Plants to be entered oradjusted.

Review Current ET Values• Turn the Function dial to ET.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select from the following screen menu

options:

Current Daily ET

Current Weekly ET

Example: Current Weekly ET screen selected. The current ET value is 3.00,and the last broadcast ET data received was on March 9th, 2004 at 3:41 p.m.

Adjust Custom Turf and Plant Kc ValuesWhen Custom Turf or Plants are entered as the station “Plant Type,”a Kc (crop [turf] coefficient) default value of 1.00 is used to calculate ET. Note: Custom Plant values use the same factor for each month. CustomTurf values are set for each month.To adjust the current Kc value, use the following procedure:• Turn the Function dial to the ET position. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select from the following screen menu:

Set Kc Custom Plant A

Set Kc Custom Plant B

Set Kc Custom Turf (for each month)

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• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the value from 0.10 to 1.20.Example: The Custom Turf Kc value for January is adjusted to 0.10.

Adjust Weekly ET ValueNote: This feature is provided for diagnostic purposes only. Adjustmentsto this value should only be made as recommended by an authorizedcustomer service representative. • Turn the Function dial to the ET position.

Note: The Set Weekly ET screen is listed at the end of the screen menu.One complete turn of the Upper Line dial is required to access this screen.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Set Weekly ET.• Turn the Upper Line dial as needed to move the cursor.• Turn the Lower Line dial to adjust the selected digit. • Repeat the procedure as needed to enter the desired ET value.

Run ModeRUN is the home position for the Function dial. Leave the function dial in thisposition when away from the controller. The display indicates the currentdate and time and any current automatic watering operations indicated bythe active station number(s). Stations running in Automatic mode will beshown next to A or B depending on the assigned watering schedule identifier.A station running manually will be shown next to M (manual).

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Manual OperationsThe Manual function enables stations to be started and operated for aspecified duration whenever needed. Note: Only one station can be operated manually at a time. However, amanually operated station can run concurrently with one or twoautomatically operated stations.

Operate Specific Station(s)• Turn the Function dial to MANUAL.• Turn the Upper Line dial to select a station number. • Turn the Lower Line dial to select a run time duration (01–99 minutes).

The selected station will start immediately.• To select additional stations, repeat the procedure as needed. The stations

will run in sequence from the lowest to highest station number. As onestation finishes, the next station starts.Example: Station 01 is running and has 2.6 minutes of run timeremaining.

Note: The run time can be adjusted while the station is operating byturning the Lower Line dial. Selecting 00.0 minutes turns off the station.If additional stations have been set to run, the next station in numericalsequence will start.

• To determine the station currently running, turn the Function dial to theRUN position. Example: Station 01 is currently running.

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Operate All Stations

• Turn the Function dial to MANUAL.• Turn the Lower Line dial to select Manual Water All Stations. • Turn the Upper Line dial to select Manual Water All Stations 0.00

Minutes. • Turn the Lower Line dial to select a run time duration (1–99 minutes).

Note: The run time selected will be applied to all stations. The stationswill run in sequence from the lowest to highest station number. As onestation finishes, the next station starts.Example: Station 01 is running and has 5.7 minutes of run timeremaining.

Note: The run time can be adjusted while the station is operating byturning the Lower Line dial. Selecting 00.0 minutes turns off the station.If additional stations have been set to run, the next station in numericalsequence will start.

• To determine the station(s) currently running, turn the Function dial tothe RUN position. The active station number(s) will be displayed.Stations running in Automatic mode will be shown next to A or Bdepending on the assigned watering schedule. The station numberrunning manually will be shown next to M.Example: No current Automatic operation, station 01 running manually.

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Rain Pause ModeThe Rain Pause mode enables all automatic watering activity to be placedon hold for a duration of 1–14 days. When initiated, all automatic wateringoperations will be turned off and remain off until the selected duration haselapsed or “00 Days Remaining” is selected. Note: All remaining controller functions including manual operations areunaffected by the Rain Pause mode.• Turn the Function dial to the RAIN PAUSE position. • Turn the Lower Line dial to select a duration from 1–14 days.

Example: A two-day pause has been selected.

The Rain Pause mode is also displayed while the Function dial is in theRUN position.

Example: The function dial is in the RUN position, Rain Pause is activeand no manual operations are currently active (indicated by MAN).

If a manual watering operation is active, the display will indicate thestation number currently running.

Example: The function dial is in the RUN position, Rain Pause is activeand Station 01 is currently running manually (indicated by M01).

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Off Mode - Controller ShutdownWhen the function dial is turned to the OFF position, all watering activitywill be terminated and remain off until the dial is turned to anotherfunction position. Leave the function dial in the OFF while the irrigationsystem is winterized or for any prolonged period of time greater than theRain Pause 14-day maximum delay.Note: All non-watering controller functions remain unaffected by the Offmode, including daily ET Everywhere service broadcast downloads.• Turn the Function dial to the OFF mode position.

Example: Irrigation is turned off.

• Turn the Function dial to any other position to exit the OFF mode.

System AlertsThe System Alert screens provide the current status of all key controlleroperations. If the controller detects a problem in the watering program/scheduling, signal reception or the 24V field output, the alert message“Status: Warning See Alert” will be displayed. The alert message willcontinue to be displayed until the problem has been corrected. Use the following procedure to determine the cause of the problem:• Turn the Function dial to ALERTS. • Turn the Upper Line dial to access status information from the following

menu:Alert Status Day Status Schedule B Water Window Status Communication Status Day Status Schedule A Electrical Status

Example: Alert Status menu item selected — no alerts at this time.

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Water Window StatusThis alert condition occurs when the cumulative station cycle and soaktime exceeds the current Water Window duration. To resolve the problem,increase the Water Window duration, reduce the station cycle times andadd eligible days to the watering schedule.

Day Status Schedule (A and B) StatusExample: Alert Status screen selected. A watering day scheduling conflicthas occurred.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to select Day Status Schedule A (or B)Alarm on Station to determine the affected schedule.

• To resolve the problem, turn the Function dial to SCHEDULE. Select theindicated Schedule and increase the number if eligible watering days.

Communication StatusThis alert will appear if the Intelli-Sense fails to receive the daily ETEverywhere Service broadcast data for four consecutive days. The alert willcontinue to be shown until communication is restored or the Function dial isturned to the Off position.

Electrical StatusThis alert indicates that an overcurrent condition exists on one or morefield outputs. The Intelli-Sense will attempt to operate all active stations asas programmed, but will automatically bypass the station and advance tothe next programmed station in sequence if an overcurrent condition exists.To resolve the problem, check the field wiring for damage and loose orbroken wire splices at the valve solenoid connection and repair. A faultyvalve solenoid can also cause this condition and should be tested with adigital ohmmeter for excessive resistance.

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System Help FeatureIf controller problem can not be resolved using the troubleshooting stepsprovided in Appendix B, please contact Toro Customer Service Department at1-800-664-4740, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (pacific time).

During the service call, you may be asked to review and adjust variouscontroller settings to help diagnose the issue.

• Turn the Function dial to HELP. The customer service phone numberwill be displayed.

• Turn the Upper Line dial to access specific information from the followingmenu:

Current Weekly ET Beep on Message? (Yes/No)*

Serial Number Phase Integrity

Microzone Lock Phase (A, B, C, D and None)*

Data Encryption Mask Reset/Erase or Restart **

Start Times (First Irrigation and High ET Start)*Note: The current settings for “Beep on Message” and “Lock Phase”can be changed. The remaining Help menu items are for reference, reviewor service use only.Example: Beep on Message?– No.

** Important: The “Reset/Erase or Restart” Help menu item isfor service use only. Do not use this procedure unless instructedto do so by a customer service representative.

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Installation ProceduresInstalling the ControllerFor safe, reliable operation, select an installation site for the controller thatwill provide the following conditions:Indoor Models:

• An enclosed or sheltered area, protected from all weather conditions anddirect sunlight.

•Access to a grounded, 120 Vac wall receptacle on a circuit that is notcontrolled by a light switch or utilized by a major appliance.

•Access to the control valve wiring.Outdoor Models:

• Protected from direct exposure to irrigation spray, afternoon sun, windand snow.

• Access to a grounded 120 Vac circuit that is not controlled by a lightswitch or utilized by a major appliance.

• Access to the sprinkler control valve wiring.

1. Open the controller door. On the outdoor model, press the control mod-ule latch to the right. Swing the hinged control module outward fromright to left. Note: On the outdoor cabinet, the lower mounting pilot holes areflashed over. If screw anchors are to be installed, remove the flash fromone or both pilot holes as needed using a 1⁄4" drill bit.Note: Screw anchors should be used if the controller mounting surfaceis drywall or masonry. Temporarily position the controller on the wall,mark the mounting hole locations and install the screw anchors.

2. Install the top mounting screw leaving exposed approximately 1⁄4 " of thescrew shaft exposed.

3. Align the mounting keyhole with the screw head. Slide the controllerdownward to capture the screw shaft in the keyhole slot.

4. Install the lower mounting screw(s) and confirm the controller is secure.

Note: Outdoor model cabinets have a 1" conduit access hole for valvewires. Install conduit as required by local electrical codes.

CAUTION: The outdoor model cabinet door must be closedand locked when not in use to protect internal componentsfrom moisture and dust.

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Connecting the Control ValvesNote: Using 18-gauge, multi-strand, direct-burial irrigation control cable forvalve connections is recommended. Select a cable that provides at least onewire for each valve and one extra wire for the valve common connection.

CAUTION: Use waterproof wire splices on exposed wire con-nections to protect the splice from corrosion and shorting.1. To provide the valve common connection, splice one cable wire

(preferably the white wire) to one solenoid lead from each valve. 2. Connect a separate wire to the remaining solenoid wire of each valve.

Make a note of the wirecolor used for each valvesolenoid connection andthe sprinkler zone con-trolled by the valve.

3. If a master valve or pumpstart relay is used, makethis connection in thesame manner.

CAUTION: Thepump start relaymust be rated 24 Vacat 0.375A max.

4. Route the wire cable intothe controller through thelarge opening in the baseof the housing or through1" conduit (if installed).

5. Cut off excess cable leavingabout 8" remaining in thecabinet for connections.Remove the cable jacket to expose about 6" of wire.Remove 3⁄8" insulation fromthe end of each wire.

6 Secure the wires to theappropriate terminals asshown in Figure 1.

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MV

1

2

3

Figure 1

ControlValve

Valve Common Wire

0.375 A (max.) Pump Start Relayor Master Valve

Valve CommonConnection (VC)

Master Valve/PumpRelay Connection


Connecting a Rain Sensor (optional)Note: The Intelli-Sense sensor control circuit is designed for use with anormally-closed rain sensor.

1. Remove the wiring access hole plug from the bottom of the cabinet andinsert in the sensor connection cable.

2. Remove the jumper wire from the sensor terminals. Connect the sensorleads to the terminals in either order. See Figure 2.Note: Some rain sensor models require a 24 Vac power source. Refer tothe instructions supplied with the rain sensor for specific installationinstructions.

3. Set the Rain Sensor switch to the “Active” position.Note: When the rain sensor is acvtivated, the controller will wait for 10 minutes before shutting down. Once activated, “RAIN SENSOR” willbe displayed and all 24 Vac field output will be disabled. Normal opera-tion will resume when the sensor input is discontinued. Operation of therain sensor does not affect reception of the ET Everywhere service orother controller functions.Note: To disable sensor input, place the Rain Sensor switch in the“Bypass” position. (CONTINUED)

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Rain Sensor

Rain Sensor Switch

JumperRemoved

Figure 2


Important: If a rain sensor is NOT connected, the Sensorswitch must be in the bypass position or a jumper wire installedacross the sensor terminals to enable controller operation. The controller will not operate automatically or manually if the Sensorswitch is in the ACTIVE position with open sensor terminals.

Connecting the Indoor Model Power Source and Earth Ground1. Route the plug-in transformer cable through the small hole provided in

the cabinet bottom and connect to the terminals labeled “24 VAC.”

CAUTION: The controller’s surge protection circuitrymust have an earth ground path to function properly.Proper grounding is especially important in lightning-prone areas.

2. Install an 8’ copper-clad ground rod into well-moistened soil to about12" below grade. Connect a 12-gauge solid copper ground wire androute to the controller in the most direct path, avoiding bends smallerthan a 12" radius.Note: Using a small round valve box is recommended to cover ground rod.

3. Route the ground wire through the bottom of the cabinet and connect tothe “EARTH GND” terminal.

4. Close the control module and plug the transformer into a wall outlet. Note: To adjust the controller display contrast, see “Display ContrastAdjust Feature,” page 53.

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Figure 3

Top of Ground Rod12" Below Grade

Plug-inTransformer

8' Copper CladGround Rod

12-GaugeSolid CopperWire


Connecting the Outdoor Model Power Source

Note: Outdoor controller models have a built-in transformer whichmust be connected to a grounded 120 Vac power source.

1. For the power wire connection, install a 1⁄2" NPT threaded conduit bodyto the transformer assembly nipple. From the conduit body, install elec-trical conduit to the 120 Vac breaker panel.

CAUTION: Do not connect the controller to one phaseof a 3-phase power system used by a pump or other electri-cal equipment.

2. Verify that power has been disconnectedat the power source by using a voltagemeter or detector.

3. Route the Hot, Neutral and EquipmentGround wires through the conduit intothe conduit body.

4. Splice Hot to Black, Neutral to Whiteand Equipment Ground to Green wire.Secure and insulate with twist-on wireconnectors. See Figure 4.

5. Close and secure the conduit cover.6. Referring to the grounding procedures

on page 51, connect an earth groundwire to the terminal board ground lug.

7. Apply power to the controller. Note: To adjust the controller display contrast, see “Contrast AdjustFeature,”page 53.

WARNING: All electrical components must meetapplicable national and local electrical codes includinginstallation by qualified personnel. These codes mayrequire an external junction box mounted on the trans-former 1/2" NPT nipple and a means in the fixed wiringof disconnecting AC power having a contact separationof at least 0.120" in the line and neutral poles. Ensurethe AC power source is OFF prior to connecting to thecontroller. The wire used for connection to the con-troller must have insulation rated at 105° C minimum.

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Hot/Black

EquipmentGround/Green

Neutral/White

Figure 4


Installing an External Antenna (optional)If the controller’s built-in antenna does not provide adequate signal reception,an externally-mounted antenna, Toro P/N 102-4482, can be easily installed. 1. Install the antenna mounting

bracket on the wall adjacent to the controller within 18".Note: If installing the bracketon drywall or masonry, usescrew anchors to preventscrews from loosening.

2. Remove the antenna cable connector, nut and washerfrom the base of the antenna.

3. Insert the threaded antennabase into to the bracket. Install the washer, nut and antenna cable.

4. Route the antenna cable into the controller through the access hole provided in the cabinet base.

5. Remove the access cover from the control module as shown in Figure 5.6. Install the antenna cable connector to the threaded receptacle.7. Change the antenna option setting from Internal to External as described on

page 14.7. Test signal reception strength as described in “View Phase Integrity

Data“ on page 10.

Display Contrast Adjust FeatureThe contrast level of the Intelli-Sense display screen can be adjusted foroptimum viewing in various ambient light conditions.• Turn the Function dial to the DISPLAY ADJ position. • Turn the Upper Line dial (Knob 2) left to decrease or right to increase the

contrast level.Example: The Adjust Contrast display screen.

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Figure 5Control ModuleAccess Cover

ExternalAntenna


Appendix A: Sprinkler Precipitation Rate The Intelli-Sense controller’s default sprinkler precipitation rate (PR) valuesare based on a composite of the major sprinkler manufacturers’ publishedperformance data. If you do not have the specific sprinkler manufacturer’sperformance data charts, using the default PR values during initial set upwill generally provide an acceptable baseline watering schedule. Once thesystem has been up and running for several days, adjustments should bemade to optimize the watering schedule.

Determining Site-specific PR ValuesThe following procedures will enable you to gather enough site informationto determine a basic PR value for each station. PR value fine-tuning may benecessary if the system was not installed within the manufacturer’s guide-lines.Step A. Do the sprinklers provide head-to-head spray coverage?

Yes - Go to Step B.No - Go to Step C.

Step B. Do you have the sprinkler manufacturer’s performance data charts?Yes - Go to Procedure 1.No - Go to Step C.

Step C. Do the sprinklers produce a fogging or misting spray?Yes - Go to Procedure 3.No - Go to Step D.

Step D. Is the irrigation system less than 10 years old?Yes - Go to Procedure 2.No - Go to Procedure 3.

Procedure 1– Using the Manufacturer’s Performance Data Charts:•Record the sprinkler performance data to include nozzle size, operating

pressure and spacing.•If the pressure at the sprinkler appears too high or too low, measure the

nozzle spray pressure at the sprinkler nearest to the control valve and farthest from the control valve. Calculate and record the average pressure.Note: Use a 0–100 psi water pressure gauge with a pitot tube attachmentto measure actual pressure at the nozzle.

•Locate and record the published PR value at the average measured pressure. Note: If the measured pressure is not within the recommended operatingrange, irrigation system rework may be required before a precise PR valuecan be determined.

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Procedure 2: Basic PR Calculation:•Measure and record the row spacing and sprinkler spacing (in feet). •Measure the spray pressure at the sprinkler nearest to the control valve

and farthest from the control valve (in psi). Calculate and record theaverage pressure.

•Note: Use a 0–100 psi water pressure gauge with a pitot tube attachmentto measure spray pressure.

•Locate and record the sprinkler manufacturer’s published flow rate(in GPM) for a “Full Head” for the sprinkler type, nozzle size and pressure. Note: If the measured pressure is not within the range limit, a rework ofthe system may be required before continuing with this procedure.

•Calculate the PR value using the following formula:PR = (96.3 x GPM)/(row spacing x sprinkler spacing).Note: This process assumes the sprinklers are installed in a matched precipitation rate arrangement. If this condition does not exist, a reworkof the irrigation system may be necessary.

Procedure 3: Catch Can Audit:Note: This procedure requires a straight-sided container to collect a smallsample of irrigation water, such as small coffee can or equivalent.

•Measure the inside diameter of the catch can and multiply by 3.14 todetermine the container area in square inches (CDA).

•Place the catch can in the watering zone.•Operate the sprinklers manually for a test run (TR) time of 10 minutes.

Measure and record the collected volume (CV) of water (in milliliters).•Repeat this procedure several times to obtain an accurate collected volume

average (CV avg.).•Calculate the PR value using the following formula:

PR = (CV avg. x 3.66)/(TR x CDA).Where: CV avg. = the average catch can volume in milliliters (ml).

TR = the test run time in minutes.CDA = the catch can inside diameter area in square inches.

Example:PR = (35 ml x 3.66)/(10 minutes x 16.5 sq. inches) = 128.1/165 = 0.78 in/hr.

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Appendix B: TroubleshootingResolving Alert Messages————————————————————� Communication Alert

Possible Cause: Reception interruption or loss of ET service broadcast.Remedy:• Call HydroPoint Data Systems Customer Service at: 800-362-8774.

� Day Interval AlertPossible Cause: During times of high ET, the number of days scheduledfor irrigation may not be enough to adequately irrigate all zones.Remedy:• Increase the number of scheduled irrigation days.

� Electrical AlertPossible Cause: Shorted solenoid or valve wiring.Remedy:• Check for faulty wiring connections and valve solenoids. Repair and/or

replace as necessary.

� Water Window AlertPossible Cause: During times of high ET, the water window you selectedmay not have enough duration to adequately irrigate all zones.Remedy:• Increase the water window duration.• Increase the number of scheduled irrigation days.• Use % Adjust to decrease watering.

Resolving Controller Operation Problems ——————————Problem: Controller programs correctly but stations are not irrigating.Remedy:• Check the time and date settings and adjust to current time and date as

necessary.• Keep the Function Selector in the "Run" position. If RAIN SENSOR dis-

plays, the sensor is active and blocking irrigation. If a rain sensor is notinstalled, confirm the sensor terminals are connected by a jumper wireand the Sensor Bypass switch is in the “Bypass” position.

• The controller fuse may be blown. Replace the fuse. A replacement fuseis included with each controller.

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Problem: Station zone is too wet.Remedy:• % Adjust station down 10%.• Watch for stress in landscape for 7 days.• Repeat until stress is noted.• % Adjust station up 5%.

Problem: Station zone is too dry.Remedy:• % Adjust station up 5%.• Watch for stress in landscape for 7 days.• Repeat until stress is gone.

Problem: % Adjust is not working.Remedy:• Turn the Function Selector to the "Run” position.• Check the time and date settings and adjust to current time and date as

necessary.• Turn the Function Selector to "Review." The % Adjust changes may be

subtle, shown as a small difference in the run time or number of cycles,or it may be more significant depending on how large the adjustmentwas. If you are towards the end of the week when reviewing the schedule (Wednesday or later) the affect of "Adjust" may not be evidentin the current week. Remember, any days that have already irrigatedwill appear in the "Review" display in spite of any "%Adjust" changes. You should see the effect of "% Adjust" in week 2, 3, etc. with differentday intervals.

Problem: Controller just installed, activated and continues to “Beep.”Remedy:• Check the time and date settings and adjust to current time and date as

necessary.• Turn the Function Selector to "Run" and hold down the "COPY" button.

You will see Phase X (L) where X is one of the four phases and the Lsignifies that the phase is locked. "Beep on message" is automaticallyturned on when the installer locked on a phase to activate. The installerdid not turn off beep after activation. The beeper will automaticallyturn off at midnight. Refer to the procedure on page 47 to turn off thebeeper.

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Problem: The display is frozen.Remedy:• Turn the Function dial to "Run." The display should change and show

the date and time.• If the display shows "PHASE" on the lower line:, the Copy button may

be stuck in the "pressed" position. Free the copy button.•If the Copy button was stuck, the controller may have been

initialized.•If the controller was initialized, all setup, schedule and program

information must be entered again. Activating the controller againmay also be required. Call HydroPoint Data Systems CustomerService at 800-362-8774 for assistance.

•If the Copy button was not stuck,the controller may need to be initialized. Call HydroPoint Data Systems Customer Service for assistance.

Problem: “P” is displayed following “ET.”Remedy:• Check the time and date settings and adjust to current time and date as

necessary.• Turn the Function dial to "Help." If you see a "P" (pending) after ET, the

controller is currently running and ET data was communicated to thecontroller during station operation. The controller will label the ET dataas pending (P) until the irrigation cycles are complete. The new ET datawill then be applied to all programs for the next irrigation cycle.

Appendix C: Glossary of TermsET Zone Number – A reference value used exclusively by the ETEverywhere service to group ET Microzones that have matching ET valuesfor a given day. Group Number – This is a code number downloaded by the ETEverywhere service to the Intelli-Sense at the time of activation. It enablesthe ET Everywhere service to communicate conditions relative to con-trollers in locations where irrigation regulation programs are in effect. Thiscode will only be assigned if the user is a participant in the program.

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High ET Start Time – In the event of a very high ET rate, the controllerwill try to irrigate enough to satisfy the plants’ needs. If it cannot accom-plish this within the allotted water window time frame, an additional irri-gation start time will be initiated to fulfill the watering requirements. TheHigh ET Start Time is when the additional watering cycle start can occur.Maximum Active Stations – This number represents the actual num-ber of functional stations. For example, if 10 stations have control valvesconnected, but two valves are for future system expansion and are currentlynon-functional, the maximum active station number would be eight.Selecting a higher number of stations than actually used can cause theWater Window duration to be exceeded, resulting in false condition alerts.Setting a lower number than actual will prevent some of the stations fromoperating.Maximum Backup ET Value – This value represents the highest ET rateexpected for the year based on geographic and climatic conditions. BackupET is a fail-safe measure used only in the event that the daily ET Everywhereservice data transmission is not been received for four consecutive days. The Backup ET value will be automatically adjusted to compensate for thecurrent calendar month in which the interruption occurs.Microzone Number – This value is transmitted by the ET Everywhereservice at the time of activation to establish specific latitude and longitudecoordinates. This process enables the ET Everywhere service to providelocalized ET/weather data.Phase Integrity Data – A reference value used exclusively by the ET Everywhere service to determine the broadcast integrity or strength signal of three wireless network communication carriers used to broadcastthe ET Everywhere service data. The highest value displayed among phaseA, B or C is used for initial service activation. Phase D is reserved for service troubleshooting and diagnostic procedures only.Phase Lock – The Intelli-Sense receives daily weather updates from threedifferent paging carriers. At the time of ET Everywhere service activation,the carrier with the highest "signal strength" is locked onto to ensure thebest data reception and to expedite the activation process. After initial acti-vation, the Intelli-Sense will automatically unlock from the single phaseselected and listen to all carriers each night to provide redundancy forreceiving messages.

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Rain Service – This is an optional service available in a limited numberof areas that enables the controller to receive rainfall information to adjustthe program accordingly without the need of a rain sensor. The data provided accounts for reported rainfall and includes it in the soil moisturedepletion calculations.Stacking – This term refers to the ability of operating one schedulesequentially or one after another vs. two schedules simultaneously. TheIntelli-Sense has the maximum power output of 1 amp or the ability tooperate two valves and a pump start at the same time. Limitations of utilizing this feature are delivery capacity of the irrigation system anddelivery water pressure.Water District Number – If you are an active participant in a wateragency program, you will be given a water control district identificationnumber to enter during the ET Everywhere service activation. This five-digit code will enable the Intelli-Sense to be automatically notified of specific agency requirements and/or restrictions in your local.Water Window – The Water Window is a selectable time frame rangingfrom 6 hours minimum to 23 hours and 59 minutes maximum per sched-uled watering day. The water window start time marks the beginning ofirrigation for the day. All stations which need to operate on the scheduledwatering day must run to completion before the end of the water windowoccurs. Therefore, the Water Window duration must be long enough toaccommodate the total run time of all active stations.

Fuse Replacement

1. Disconnect power to the controller.

2. Carefully remove the blown fuse from the retaining clips on the PC Board.

3. Install a new 2A, 220V, Slow-blow fuse (Toro P/N 102-3406).

4. Restore power to the controller.

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WARNING! The fuse protects the transformer from overload due to a shortcircuit condition. For continued protection against risk of fire,replace only with the same type and rating of fuse. Ensure powerto the controller is off prior to removing or installing fuse.


SpecificationsMechanical• Outdoor Models: 10.00" L x 7.50" W x 6.00" H• Indoor Models: 7.50" L x 8.00" W x 3.75" H• Operating temperature range: 32˚F to 140˚F ElectricalTransformer - Indoor Model:• Primary: 120 Vac, 60 Hz, 30 VA• Secondary: 24 Vac, 60 Hz, 30 VATransformer - Outdoor Model:• Primary: 120 Vac, 60 Hz, 30 VA• Secondary: 24 Vac, 60 Hz, 30 VAOutput - All models:• Station - 24 Vac @ 1.0A total maximum; 0.25A maximum per station• Master Valve/Pump Start Relay - 24 Vac @ 0.375A maximum

FCC Compliance InformationThis equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if not installed andused properly, that is , in strict accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions,may cause interference to radio and television reception. It has been type tested andfound to comply with the limits for a FCC Class B computing device in accordancewith the specifications in Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are designed toprovide reasonable protection against such interference in a residential installation.However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular instal-lation. If this equipment does cause interference to radio or television reception,which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encour-aged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:• Reorient the receiving antenna.• Relocate the irrigation controller with respect to the receiver.• Move the irrigation controller away from the receiver.• Plug the irrigation controller into a different outlet so that the irrigation controller

and receiver are on different branch circuits.If necessary, the user should consult the dealer or an experienced radio/televisiontechnician for additional suggestions. The user may find the following booklet pre-pared by the Federal Communications Commission helpful:“How to Identify and Resolve Radio/TV Interference Problems.” This booklet isavailable from the U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC 20402. StockNo. 004-000-00345-4.

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The Toro Promise — Limited Five-Year WarrantyThe Toro Company and its affiliate, Toro Warranty Company, pursuant to an agreement

between them, jointly warrants, to the owner, each new piece of equipment (featured in the cur-rent catalog at date of installation) against defects in material and workmanship for for a perioddescribed below, provided they are used for irrigation purposes under manufacturer's recom-mended specifications. Product failures due to acts of God (i.e., lightning, flooding, etc.) are notcovered by this warranty.

Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for failure of products not manufacturedby 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 bedefective. Your remedy is limited solely to the replacement or repair of defective parts.

Return the defective part to your local Toro distributor, who may be listed in your tele-phone directory Yellow Pages under "Irrigation Supplies" or "Sprinkler Systems," or contactThe Toro Warranty Company P.O. Box 489, Riverside, California, 92502. Phone (800) 664-4740for the location of your nearest Toro distributor or outside the U.S., call (909) 688-9221.

This warranty does not apply where equipment is used, or installation is performed, in anymanner contrary to Toro’s specifications and instructions, nor where equipment is altered ormodified.

Neither Toro nor Toro Warranty Company is liable for indirect, incidental or consequentialdamages in connection with the use of equipment, including but not limited to: vegetationloss, the cost of substitute equipment or services required during periods of malfunction orresulting non-use, property damage or personal injury resulting from installer’s actions,whether negligent or otherwise.

Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages,so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you.

All implied warranties, including those of merchantability and fitness for use, are limited to theduration of this express warranty.

Some states do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts, so the abovelimitation may not apply to you.

This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary fromstate to state.

The Toro Intelli-Sense TIS-612 series controllers are covered by this warranty for a period offive years from the date of installation.

© 2004 The Toro Company, Irrigation Division Form Number 373-0333 Rev. B

Proof of Purchase(for rebate program use)

Name: —————————————Address: ————————————State: —————— ZIP: —————Model number: —————————Serial Number: —————————(inside cabinet door)

Date of Purchase: ————————Activation Date: —————————Installer Name: —————————Address: ————————————City: ——————————————State: —————— ZIP: ————


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