Watch our quick video above, or continue reading to learn how to program your Hunter X-Core Sprinkler System.
Step 1: Set The Current Time. Step 2: Set the Start Times. Step 3: Set the Run Time. Step 4: Set the Watering Days. Step 5: Test Coverage. Step 6: Finished!
How do I run X Core manually?
Press the arrow (>) button scroll to the station you wish to begin with. After a 2 second pause, the program will begin. At any time during the manual cycle, you can use the plus (+) or minor (-) buttons to navigate from station to station manually.
How do you test a hunter X core sprinkler system?
X-Core – Test Program of All Stations
With the dial in the RUN position, press and hold the PRG button. The station number will be displayed and the time will be flashing.Quickly use the plus (+) or minus (-) buttons to set the run time from 1 to 15 minutes. The run time needs to be entered only once.
Why do my sprinklers stay on?
One of the most common reasons for a valve to keep running continuously is the accumulation of debris in the diaphragm, which prevents the valve from closing. This video will teach you how to clean the diaphragm on your valve. The most common reason for a valve to remain on, or weep, is debris.
Why is my Hunter irrigation system not working?
The most common reason your sprinklers are not watering is because the rain sensor is active. Do you have a rain sensor on your sprinkler system? If so, slide your sensor bypass switch into the “BYPASS” position (on an SRC, turn the dial into the RUN (Bypass Sensor position).
How do you reset a sprinkler system?
How to Reset a Sprinkler System
Turn the control dial to the “off” position.Press the “next” button to access the clear-memory feature. The display should flash.Press and hold the “off” button until the display stops blinking.Turn the control dial to the “run” position.
How long should I water my lawn?
It is ideal to water lawns about one inch of water per week. To determine how long you need to water to get one inch, place a plastic container in your yard and set a timer. On average, it will take 30 minutes to get a half inch of water. So, 20 minutes, three times per week will give a lawn about an inch of water.
How do you bypass a Hunter rain sensor?
Simply turn the dial to RUN (BYPASS SENSOR) and the weather sensor will be overridden. The wireless rain sensor may be bypassed by using the built-in bypass feature on the receiver. To bypass the sensor, press the SENSOR BYPASS button on the receiver. The bypass status light will turn red when the sensor is bypassed.
How often should grass be watered?
Most lawns need 1 to 1.5 inches of water per week—either from rain or watering—to soak the soil that deeply. That amount of water can either be applied during a single watering or divided into two waterings during the week. Just be sure not to overwater your lawn.
How do I know if my sprinkler controller is bad?
Sprinkler System Troubleshooting — 5 Signs Of A Faulty System
Controller Isn’t Working Properly.Low or High Water Pressure.Sprinkler is Stuck or Won’t Come Up.Puddles on Lawn or Around Sprinkler.Uneven Spray Patterns.When to Call a Professional.
Why is my controller not starting the watering cycle?
Check the valve.
Make sure the valve is operating normally by turning the solenoid 1/2″ turn counter-clockwise. Turning the solenoid will turn the valve on manually. Turn the solenoid clockwise until snug to turn off the valve. If the valve will not turn on manually, check the water supply to the valve.
Why does my hunter sprinkler system keep cycling?
A common reason for a controller to repeat a cycle is too many programmed start times. Only one start time per active program is required, a second start time will cycle the program an additional time. NOTE: In the Start Times dial position, the numbers 1-4 do not represent stations.
Should my sprinkler valves be on or off?
Make sure the sprinkler valve is closed, unless it’s the valve farthest from the main water source. You’ll want to leave this valve open and remove the sprinkler nozzle to allow air to escape when you turn on the water.
