Manual Hunter X-Core (page 3 of 36) (English)

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Residential Irrigation Controller

Owner’s Manual and Programming Instructions

Compatible with Hunter Remotes and Solar Sync

SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT

WATER DAYS

START TIMES

SYSTEM OFF

CURRENT TIME/DAY

RUN TIMES

ACTIVE

SENSOR BYPASS

RUN

X-CORE

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SEASONAL ADJUSTMENT

WATER DAYS

START TIMES

SYSTEM OFF

CURRENT TIME/DAY

RUN TIMES

ACTIVE

SENSOR BYPASS

RUN

MANUAL SINGLE STATION

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COMPONENTS ................................................................... 2

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER TO WALL ........................................ 6

CONNECTING VALVES AND TRANSFORMER .................................. 7

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY ............................................................. 8

REPLACING THE BATTERY .............................................................. 8

CONNECTING A MASTER VALVE ..................................................... 9

CONNECTING A PUMP START RELAY .............................................10

CONNECTING A HUNTER “CLIK” WEATHER SENSOR .....................11

Testing the Weather Sensor ..........................................................11

Manually Bypassing the Weather Sensor ......................................11

CONNECTING A HUNTER SOLAR SYNC ET SENSOR ....................... 12

Installing Solar Sync

Sensor ........................................................ 12

Installing the Wireless Solar Sync ................................................ 12

Solar Sync Settings ...................................................................... 12

Region

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................................................................................... 13

Water Adjustment

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................................................................. 14

Uninstalling a Solar Sync Sensor .................................................. 14

Calibration/Setup ........................................................................ 15

CONNECTING A HUNTER REMOTE ................................................. 16

Connecting to a Hunter Remote (not included) ........................... 16

To install the SmartPort

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connector ............................................. 16

POWER FAILURES ........................................................................... 16

PROGRAMMING THE CONTROLLER .............................................. 17

Setting the Date and Time

...................................................... 17

Setting the Program Start Time(s)

......................................... 18

Eliminating a Program Start Time ................................................ 18

Setting Station Run Times ........................................................18

Setting Days To Water ............................................................ 18

Selecting Specic Days of the Week to Water .............................. 19

Selecting Odd or Even Days to Water .......................................... 19

Selecting Interval Watering

................................................... 19

Setting Event Day(s) O ............................................................. 20

Automatic Watering

............................................................... 20

System O

............................................................................ 20

Programmable Rain O .............................................................. 20

Seasonal Adjustment

............................................................. 21

Manually Run a Single Station

.............................................. 22

One Touch Manual Start and Advance ........................................ 22

ADVANCED FEATURES ................................................................... 23

Programmable Sensor Override ................................................. 23

Test Program of All Stations ....................................................... 23

Hunter Quick Check™ Diagnostics .............................................. 23

Easy Retrieve™ Program Memory .............................................. 24

Programmable Delay Between Stations ..................................... 24

Clearing the Controller’s Memory/Resetting the Controller ...... 24

Cycle and Soak.............................................................................25

TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE ............................................................. 27

SPECIFICATIONS ............................................................................ 30

Operating Specications ............................................................. 30

Electrical Specications .............................................................. 30

Explanation of Symbols .............................................................. 30

CERTIFICATE OF CONFORMITY TO EUROPEAN DIRECTIVES ... .....31

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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COMPONENTS

Terminal

block for -E

(International

models only)

Note: Plug may

look dierent from

illustration

Indoor Model

Outdoor Model

(Internal Transformer Included)

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COMPONENTS

LCD Display

Run Times

Allows user to set each valve station run time from 1 minute to 4 hours

Start Times

Allows 1 to 4 start times to be set in each program

3 Station Number

Indicates currently selected station number

4 Program Designator

Identies program (A, B, or C) in use

5 Day of the Week

Identies day of the week

6 Interval Watering

Identies month when programming current date

7 Odd/Even Watering

Identies if Odd or Even watering has been selected

8 Flashing Sprinkler

Indicates that watering is taking place

System O

Allows user to discontinue all programs and watering. Also allows the user to set the programmable

“rain o,” which stops watering for a period from 1 to 7 days.

Umbrella

Indicates that the rain sensor is active

Seasonal Adjustment

Allows the user to make run time changes according to the seasons without reprogramming the controller.

Bars on the le allow quick visual reference to the seasonal adjustment percentage. When using Solar Sync

ET Sensor, will display seasonal adjust updated daily by sensor.

Rain Drop

Indicates watering will occur on the selected day

Crossed Rain Drop

Indicates the watering will NOT occur on the selected day

Calendar

Indicates interval watering schedule has been programmed. Icon also appears when programming the

current day

Wiring Compartment

15 Lithium Battery

The replaceable lithium battery (included) allows the controller to be programmed in the absence

of AC power. In addition, the battery will provide power for backup timekeeping in the event of a

power outage.

16 Internal Junction Box Junction box in outdoor models for making AC power connections

17 Terminal Strip Use to attach transformer, sensor, and valve wires from their source to the controller

18 Reset Button Use to reset the controller (located on side of controller)

19 REM Allows for connection of Hunter SmartPort

and Hunter Remote Controls

20 Sensor Bypass Switch

Ignores “Clik” weather sensor input when in Bypass position

Control Buttons

Button Increases the selected item ashing in the display

Button Decreases the selected item ashing in the display

Button

Returns selected ashing display to previous item

Button

Advances the selected ashing display to the next item

Button

Selects program A, B, or C for dierent watering zone requirements

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COMPONENTS

Dial Settings

Run Normal dial position for all controller automatic and manual operation

Current Time/Day

Allows current day and clock time to be set

Start Times

Allows 1 to 4 start times to be set in each program

Run Times

Allows user to set each valve station run time from 1 minute to 4 hours

Water Days

Allows the user to select interval days to water

Seasonal Adjustment

Allows user to make run time changes according to the seasons without reprogramming the controller.

Bars on the le allow quick visual reference to the seasonal adjustment percentage.

Manual-One Station

Allows user to activate a one-time watering of a single valve

System O

Allows user to discontinue all programs and watering. Also allows the user to set the programmable

“rain o,” which stops watering for a period from 1 to 7 days

Solar Sync Settings

Allows user to program settings when using Solar Sync

ET Sensor

External Transformer (Indoor Model Only)

A plug in transformer is provided to supply AC power to the controller

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COMPONENTS

Note: The indoor version of the X-Core

is not water-

proof or weather resistant, and must be installed indoors or

in a protected area.

1. Secure one screw into the wall. Install screw anchors if attaching

to drywall or masonry wall.

2. Slide the keyhole on top of the controller over the screw.

3. Secure the controller in place by installing screws in the holes

below the terminal strip.

Do not plug transformer into power source until

controller is mounted and all valve wiring has

been connected.

For XC - x01 - A: If the supply cord is damaged, it

must be replaced by the manufacturer or service agent,

or a similarly qualied person in order to

avoid hazard.

MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER TO WALL

Installation of the X-Core

should only be done by trained personnel.

1. Route valve wires between the control valve location and controller.

2. At valves, attach a common wire to either solenoid wire on all

valves. This is most commonly a white colored wire. Attach a

separate control wire to the remaining wire of each valve. All wire

connections should be done using waterproof connectors.

3. Route the valve wires through the conduit. Attach the conduit

through the bottom right side of the controller.

4. Secure the white valve common wire to the C (Common) screw on

the terminal strip. Attach each of the individual valve control wires

to the appropriate station terminals and tighten their screws.

5. Indoor Models: route the transformer cable through the hole on the

le side of the controller and connect the wires to the two screws

marked 24VAC.

Outdoor Models: transformer wires are already connected to the

AC terminals so all that is required is to connect primary power to

the junction box (see below).

NOTE: X-Core

outdoor models are water and

weather resistant. Connecting the outdoor X-Core

to primary AC power should only be done by a licensed

electrician following all local codes. Improper installa

tion could result in shock or re hazard.

BAT

High Voltage Wiring (Outdoor Model only)

1. Route AC power cable and conduit through the ½" (13 mm) conduit

opening on the le side bottom of the cabinet.

2. Connect one wire to each of the two wires inside the junction box.

The ground wire should be connected to the green wire. Wire nuts

are provided to make these connections.

Note: For –E models only: Connect the wires to the AC

terminal block inside the junction box. AC supply wires must

be 14 AWG (1.85 mm) or larger with appropriate circuit breaker for

the wire size. A switch or circuit-breaker shall be included in the

building installation (in close proximity to the controller, within

easy reach of the operator) and marked as the disconnecting de

vice for the equipment.

3. Replace the junction box cover.

Connect the two transformer

wires to the two AC Terminals

Valve Common Wire

Valve 4

Valve 3

Valve 2

Valve 1

Valve

Wires

CONNECTING VALVES AND TRANSFORMERS

Aer installing your X-Core



, make sure to remove the battery

contact insulator to allow the X-Core to keep time in the event of a

power outage.

CAUTION:

RISK OF EXPLOSION IF BATTERY IS REPLACED BY AN

INCORRECT TYPE. DISPOSE OF USED BATTERIES AC

CORDING TO THE INSTRUCTIONS.

A high-energy lithium battery is included with your X-Core controller.

The battery allows the user to remotely program the controller

without connecting AC power. It is also used to keep

the current time and day during power outage conditions.

To replace the battery:

1. Remove the screw from the battery holder.

2. Slide the battery holder down to access the battery.

3. Remove and replace the new battery into the battery holder

and reinstall the battery holder.

NOTE: This positive(+) side of the battery should face

the inside of the battery holder.

Battery type: CR2032 3V

SEN C P 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

24VA C

BAT

Battery Compartment

Lithium Battery

Battery

Holder

(--)

(+)

ACTIVATING THE BATTERY

REPLACING THE BATTERY

NOTE: Complete this section only if you have a

master valve installed in your irrigation system. A mas-

ter valve is a “normally closed” valve installed at the

supply point of the main line that opens only when the

controller initiates a watering program.

At the Master Valve, attach the common wire to either solenoid wire

of the valve. Attach a separate control wire to the remaining solenoid

wire.

2. The common wire should be attached to the C terminal inside the

controller. The other wire coming from the master valve should be

attached to the P terminal inside the controller. Tighten each termi

nal screw.

SEN C P 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

24VA C

BAT

Master Valve

Valve 2

Valve 1

Valve 3

Valve 4

Master

Valve Wire

Valve Common Wire

Valve Wires

CONNECTING A MASTER VALVE

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