B-hyve 4-Zone Controller and Manifold Bundle Manual

The printed manuals bundled with the B-hyve 4-zone starter kit: timer installation, valve wiring and Wi-Fi setup, plus the Orbit 57253 manifold's installation, Speed-Seal wiring, testing and troubleshooting.

This page reproduces the two printed manuals that come in the B-hyve 4-zone controller and manifold bundle, English text first and the Spanish valve-system manual after it.

User Manual of Product 1: Orbit B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller
User Manual of Product 2: Orbit 57253 3-Valve Heavy Duty Preassembled Manifold

Product 1: B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller

Welcome to

SMART WIFI INDOOR SPRINKLER TIMER

The B-hyve 4-zone Wi-Fi indoor sprinkler timer with its Quick Start Guide label

Scan for more information

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Compatible with other B-hyve products

Note

The B-hyve timer acts as a hub for other B-hyve™ products.

Contents in the Box

Wi-Fi Indoor Sprinkler Timer
Screwdriver
Mounting Screws and Anchors
Transformer
Quick Start Guide
Conduit Cover

Timer Installation

Select a location

Choose a location near power and away from direct sunlight, if possible. This location should also have a good Wi-Fi signal. You can check this using a smart phone. (Find a location that has a minimum of two bars.)

Note

If replacing a timer, it is helpful to take a photo of the wires before you remove them from the old timer.

Mount the timer

Install a screw (included) into the wall. Use the expanding anchors (included) for plaster, masonry or drywall installations. Hang the timer on the installed screw using the keyhole slot. Level the timer and use the second screw in one of the preformed mounting holes to secure the timer.

Timer installation drawing: the timer, keyhole, pre-formed mounting holes, minimum Wi-Fi signal, 1/8 inch (3 mm) No. 8 screw and wall

Connect Valve Wires

Prepare wire

Strip 1/2" (13 mm) of insulation from each wire.

Connect wires

Attach one wire from each valve to a "Common" (COM) wire and the other wires to a numbered terminal (only one wire per terminal.)

Wiring diagram: the timer terminal strip with transformer and valve wires, and a close-up of the strip-and-push terminals with the steps Loosen Screw, Strip Wire, Push In and Tighten Screw

Timer Installation–Connecting to Wi-Fi

Plug in your Orbit® B-hyve™ timer

Once your B-hyve™ timer is plugged into the power source, it will automatically look to pair with your smart device. The will begin to blink blue. This indicates that your timer is ready to pair with your smart device. Ensure that your smart device has Bluetooth® turned on.

Connect to your Orbit® B-hyve™ timer

Open your B-hyve™ app, create an account or login, and follow the step-by-step process to add and set up your device. The B-hyve™ app will connect to your device and you will, then, be guided to connect to your home Wi-Fi network.

The B-hyve timer and a smart phone, ready to pair

Connect to your Wi-Fi network

Select your network from the list and enter the password for the network to connect your timer to your Wi-Fi signal. When connected, the will illuminate solid white indicating a successful pairing.

Note

If you do not see your network name in the list, tap the refresh button in the app. If your network name still does not appear, tap "Advanced" in the app and enter your network name and password. This device will only connect through 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi networks. 5.0 GHz networks are not supported and will not appear in your app.

Warning

For optimum timer performance, connect to Wi-Fi to receive the latest timer updates.

Programming and Operation

The B-hyve timer front with its display and B-hyve button

Programming the timer

The app has help screens and video to assist you with Wi-Fi connections, programming, smart watering and other general questions you may have.

Note

Your programmed schedules are stored both in the app and on the timer. Watering will continue, if Wi-Fi connection is lost.

Manual Operation

All programming and full functionality of the timer are available in the B-hyve™ app. If you have the need, there are some basic operations you can perform directly at your timer.

Function	Button Press
MANUAL WATERING	Hold until (water ALL stations) appears, then release. Quickly press again until desired station appears. Default watering is 10 min. per station.
CANCEL STATION	Press once to cancel current station.
RAIN DELAY	Set in app; blinks yellow and appears.
ON/OFF	Hold for 10 sec. until turns white.
HARD RESET	Quickly press 5 times.

The B-hyve™ App

Install the B-hyve™ app on your smart device

You will need a smart device to connect the timer to Wi-Fi.

Note

The app will guide you through initial set up of your sprinkler timer. In addition, there are help icons throughout the app with more information and useful tips.

The B-hyve app home screen with callouts: timer connected symbol, weather and temperature, running status and messaging, stop watering, rain delay, next zone, calendar, programs, settings, zone list, remote control or home button

Timer Connected Symbol
Weather/Temp.
Running Status/Messaging
Stop Watering
Rain Delay
Next Zone
Calendar
Programs
Settings
Zone List
Remote Control or Home Button

Specifications

Rating	Value
Transformer ratings: Input	Australia—240V AC 50/60Hz 23W Europe—230V AC 50/60Hz 23W USA—120V AC 60Hz 23W
Transformer ratings: Output	24V 750 mA
Timer ratings: Input/Output	AUS & EU—26V AC 750 mA 50/60 Cycle USA—24V AC 750 mA 60Hz
Timer Temperature Operating Range	Operating: 32-158° F (0–70° C) Storage & transport: -4–176° F (-20–80° C)
Timer Humidity Operating Range	Operating: 0–80% Storage & transport: 0–90%
Altitude	6,500' (2,000 meters)
Installation Class II	Over Voltage Category II

This timer works with any standard 24V irrigation solenoid.

The internal fuse is non-replaceable.

Help

If the app and the website don't have what you're looking for, please call our technical support line before returning this sprinkler timer to the store.

1-800-488-6156 or 1-801-299-5555

www.orbitonline.com | bhyve.orbitonline.com

FCC and IC Statement

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules and Industry Canada license exempt RSS standards. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warning

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Note

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one of the following measures:

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This device meets the FCC and IC requirements for RF exposure in public or controlled environments. The end user is advised to maintain a distance of 20 cm from the controller and any personnel to ensure compliance with RF exposure regulations.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Déclaration de FCC et l'IC

Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 de la Règlementation de la FCC et la norme RSS d'Industry Canada. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) cet appareil ne doit pas causer d'interférences nuisibles, et (2) cet appareil doit tolérer toutes les interférences, dont les interférences pouvant causer un fonctionnement non désiré. Cet appareil numérique de classe B est conforme à la norme canadienne ICES-003.

Remarque: cet appareil été testé et déclaré conforme aux limites d'exposition pour les appareils numériques de classe B, selon la section 15 de la Règlementation de la FCC. Ces limites sont conçus pour fournir une protection raisonnable contre les interférences nuisibles dans une installation résidentielle. Cet appareil produit, utilise et peut émettre de l'énergie radio fréquence et, si elle n'est pas installée et utilisée conformément aux instructions, peut causer des interférences nuisibles aux communications radio. Cependant, il n'est pas garantie que des interférences ne se produisent pas dans une installation particulière. Si cet appareil cause des interférences gênantes à la réception d'un signal radio ou de télévision, ce qui peut être déterminé en allumant et en éteignant l'appareil, l'utilisateur peut corriger les interférences en suivants une des mesures suivantes :

Réorientez ou repositionnez l'antenne de réception.
Augmentez la distance entre l'appareil et le récepteur.
Branchez l'appareil dans une prise sur un circuit différent du circuit sur lequel le récepteur est branché.
Consulter le revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté pour obtenir de l'aide.

Cet appareil est conforme aux exigences de la FCC et de l'IC concernant l'exposition aux ondes dans un environnement public ou contrôlé. Il est conseillé à l'utilisateur final de maintenir une distance de 20 cm du contrôleur pour assurer la conformité aux réglementations d'exposition RF. Information de conformité pour le Canada.

Product 2: Orbit 57253 3-Valve Heavy Duty Preassembled Manifold

SPRINKLER VALVE SYSTEM

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Important Guidelines

Warning: DO NOT use pipe dope on threads, use thread seal tape
Place the manifold so that water drains away from the house
If not using culinary water, install a filter upstream of the manifold

Valve Placement

Select a location for the Sprinkler Valve System with the following criteria:

Accessible to water supply line
Accessible to sprinkler wire from timer
Elevated ground—avoid low areas where water will accumulate in valve box

Use a valve box (not included) to protect the sprinkler valve system

Once a location is selected, dig a hole in the ground deep enough so the top of the valve box will be flat and level with the surface.

Note

Tip: Orbit® recommends using an Orbit® valve box base to create a stable platform for your valve system. Place 1" to 1 1/2" of gravel below the valve box for drainage.

Exploded view of the manifold parts labeled A to H

A End Cap
B 1, 2, or 3 Port Manifold
C PVC Swivel Adapter (connects to sprinkler mainline)
D 1" Swivel Adapters
E 1" Female Thread Valve
F PVC Transition Adapter
G ¾" or 1" Poly Adapter (not included)
H Coupler

Installation

Check each fitting connection to make sure it is hand-tight.

Warning

DO NOT use wrenches, channel locks, or other tools to tighten fittings.

Check to make sure that the flow direction arrow (located on the body of the valve) is pointed away from the manifold

Connect the manifold to PVC mainline using PVC cement

For ¾" PVC pipe, connect directly to Swivel Adapter (C) (Figure 1)
For 1" PVC pipe, use a Coupler (H) between PVC Swivel Adapter and pipe (Figure 2)
For larger size mainline, purchase and install reducer

Connect your Sprinkler Valve System to your sprinkler header lines (sprinkler lines directly after the valve)

For ¾" PVC pipe, connect directly to Transition Adapter (F) (Figure 3)
For 1" PVC pipe, use Coupler (H) between Transition Adapter and pipe (Figure 4)
For ¾" or 1" Poly Pipe, use Poly Adapter (included in 91207/91206) and secure with tubing clamp (Figure 5)

Figure 1: 3/4 inch PVC pipe connecting directly to the swivel adapter

Figure 2: a coupler joining 1 inch PVC pipe to the swivel adapter

Figure 3: 3/4 inch PVC pipe connecting directly to the transition adapters

Figure 4: couplers joining 1 inch PVC pipe to the transition adapters

Figure 5: poly pipe connected to the poly adapters

"Speed-Seal™" Connection

Note

The "Speed-Seal" System should only be used on 24-Volt sprinkler timers with Class II circuits. All wiring must conform to applicable local codes.

Disconnect power to your sprinkler timer

Run sprinkler wire (use 16ga–20ga wire) from your timer to the manifold assembly

Remove 4"–5" of the outer insulation of the sprinkler wire

Warning

Avoid cutting into the wires inside.

Remove 7/8"–1" of insulation from each individual wire (Figure 6)

Insert one wire from the valve and a colored wire from the timer into the Speed-Seal connector nut. One wire should be used for each zone with an additional wire to be used for a common (for ease of identification, use the white wire as the common).

Note

The wire should hold firm when lightly pulled. If the wire moves freely, remove the wire and repeat Step 5. (Figure 7)

Take the second wire from each valve and the white common wire from the timer and twist them into the wire nut provided Speed-Seal connector nuts.

Figure 6: individual sprinkler wires stripped of 7/8 to 1 inch of insulation

Figure 7: a valve wire and a timer wire inserted into a Speed-Seal connector nut at the manifold

Figure 8: wires connected to the Speed-Seal connector nuts

Figure 9: the second valve wires and the white common wire twisted together in a wire nut

Testing

Warning

Before proceeding, make sure cemented joints have reached the recommended curing time (varies according to manufacturer).

Ensure the solenoids on the valves are fully closed (turn clockwise until hand-tight).

Turn on sprinkler supply line and check manifold and valve for leaks. If any leak occurs, LIGHTLY tighten connections with channel locks until the leak stops. DO NOT over-tighten swivels.

Turn solenoid counterclockwise 1/4 turn until water flows out—run for 20 seconds and turn clockwise to retighten. Repeat with all valves.

Check that the sprinkler timer is plugged in and/or the circuit breaker is on. Run each station manually from the timer to verify electrical connection to the valve.

Troubleshooting

Manifold System leaks at connections

Check	Solution
Connections are loose	Retighten connections
O-ring is out of place, damaged, or missing	Replace o-ring in proper place
Water pressure exceeds 80 PSI	Install a pressure regulator upstream of manifold

The valve does not open electrically (but opens using the bleed screw) and sprinkler timer is functioning

Check	Solution
Individual sprinkler wire pulls out easily	Untwist wires and follow Step 5 in "Speed-Seal" Connection
Bare individual sprinkler wire extends beyond protective membrane	Remove wire and ensure the bare wire is not shorter than 7/8" and no more than 1" in length. Untwist wires and follow Step 5 in "Speed-Seal" Connection
Individual Sprinkler wires are held firmly in place but are not contacting bare wire	Ensure the bare sprinkler wire is not shorter than 7/8" and no more than 1" in length.

Orbit® Irrigation Products Inc.

North Salt Lake, Utah 84054 USA

www.orbitonline.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-488-6156

Sistema de válvulas de regadores (manual en español)

SISTEMA DE VÁLVULAS DE REGADORES

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

El tubo colector preensamblado de tres válvulas

Pautas importantes

Advertencia: NO use aditivos para tubos en las roscas; use cinta aislante.
Coloque el tubo colector de modo que el agua escurra lejos de la casa.
Si no va a utilizar agua potable, instale un filtro aguas arriba del tubo colector.

Colocación de la válvula

Seleccione una ubicación para el sistema de válvulas de regadores con los siguientes criterios:

Acceso a la tubería de agua.
Acceso al cable entre el regador y el temporizador.
Terreno elevado: evite áreas bajas donde el agua se pueda acumular en la caja de válvulas.

Use una caja de válvulas Orbit® (no se incluye) para proteger el sistema de válvulas de regadores.

Cuando haya seleccionado la ubicación, cave un agujero en la tierra de una profundidad suficiente para que caja de válvulas quede nivelada y al ras con el terreno.

Nota

Consejo: Orbit® recomienda utilizar una base de la caja de válvulas Orbit para crear una plataforma estable para su sistema de válvulas. Coloque entre 2,54 a 3,81 cm de gravilla bajo la caja de válvulas para el drenaje del agua.

Diagrama en despiece del tubo colector con las piezas A a H

A Tapa de extremo
B Tubo colector de 1, 2 ó 3 puertos
C Adaptador giratorio de PVC (se conecta a la tubería principal del regador)
D Adaptadores giratorios de 1"
E Válvula roscada hembra de 1"
F Adaptador de transición de PVC
G Adaptador de polietileno de ¾" o 1" (no se incluye)
H Acoplador

Instalación

Asegúrese de apretar con la mano todos los conectores.

Advertencia

NO utilice llaves, alicates para filtros ni otras herramientas para apretar los conectores.

Compruebe que la flecha de dirección del flujo (ubicada en el cuerpo de la válvula) apunte hacia el lado opuesto al tubo colector.

Conecte el tubo colector a la tubería principal de PVC con cemento PVC.

Si el tubo de PVC es de ¾", conéctelo directamente al Adaptador giratorio (C) (Figura 1).
Si el tubo de PVC es de 1", conéctelo al adaptador giratorio de PVC mediante un acoplador (H) (Figura 2).
Si el tubo es más grande, utilice reductores (no incluidos).

Conecte el sistema de válvulas de regadores a las tuberías principales del regador (las tuberías del regador que están directamente después de la válvula).

Si el tubo de PVC es de ¾", conéctelo directamente al Adaptador de transición (F) (Figura 3).
Si el tubo de PVC es de 1", conéctelo al adaptador de transición mediante un acoplador (H) (Figura 4).
Si es un tubo de polietileno de ¾" o 1", utilice un adaptador de polietileno (incluido en los modelos 91207/91206) y asegúrelo con una abrazadera para tubería (Figura 5).

Figura 1: tubo de PVC de 3/4 de pulgada conectado directamente al adaptador giratorio

Figura 2: un acoplador une el tubo de PVC de 1 pulgada con el adaptador giratorio

Figura 3: conexión directa a los adaptadores de transición

Figura 4: acopladores entre el tubo de PVC de 1 pulgada y los adaptadores de transición

Figura 5: tubo de polietileno conectado a los adaptadores de polietileno

Conexión "Speed-Seal™"

Nota

El sistema "Speed-Seal" sólo se debe usar en temporizadores de regadores de 24 voltios con circuitos Clase II. El cableado debe cumplir con las regulaciones locales vigentes.

Desconecte el temporizador de regadores de la alimentación eléctrica.

Pase el conductor del regador (use conductor de calibre 16 a 20) desde el temporizador hasta el conjunto del tubo colector.

Retire de 10,2 a 12,7 cm de aislante externo del cable del regador.

Advertencia

Tenga cuidado de no cortar los conductores en el interior.

Retire de 2,2 a 2,5 cm de aislante de cada conductor (Figura 6).

Inserte un cable de la válvula y un cable de color del temporizador en la tuerca del conector Speed-Seal. Se debe utilizar un cable para cada zona con un cable adicional que se debe usar como cable común (para facilitar la identificación, use el cable blanco como el común).

Nota

El cable debe permanecer firme cuando lo hale suavemente. Si el cable se mueve libremente, retírelo y repita el Paso 5. (Figura 7)

Tome el segundo cable de cada válvula y el cable blanco común del temporizador y tuérzalos en el empalme para cables que se proporciona con las tuercas del conector Speed-Seal.

Figura 6: conductores del regador con aislante retirado

Figura 7: cable de la válvula y cable del temporizador en la tuerca del conector Speed-Seal

Figura 8: cables conectados a las tuercas del conector Speed-Seal

Figura 9: cables comunes torcidos en un empalme

Prueba

Advertencia

Antes de continuar, asegúrese de que las uniones de cemento hayan alcanzado el tiempo de curado recomendado (varía de acuerdo con el fabricante).

Asegúrese de que los selenoides en las válvulas estén completamente cerrados (apriételos con la mano girándolos en dirección de las manecillas del reloj).

Abra la tubería de suministro del regador y revise si hay fugas en el tubo colector o en la válvula. Si hay fugas, utilice un alicate para filtros para apretar SUAVEMENTE las conexiones hasta que la fuga se detenga. NO apriete demasiado las conexiones.

Gire los solenoides un cuarto de vuelta en dirección de las manecillas del reloj hasta que el agua fluya; déjela correr por 20 segundos y gírelo en dirección de las manecillas del reloj para volver a apretarlo. Repita el procedimiento con todas las válvulas.

Verifique que el temporizador del regador esté conectado y que el interruptor de circuito esté encendido. Active manualmente cada estación desde el temporizador para comprobar la conexión eléctrica hacia la válvula.

Solución de problemas

El sistema del tubo colector tiene fugas en las conexiones

Revise	Solución
Las conexiones están sueltas	Vuelva a apretar las conexiones
La junta tórica está dañada, en posición incorrecta o no está	Ponga la junta tórica en su lugar nuevamente
La presión de agua supera los 80 PSI	Instale un regulador de presión aguas arriba del tubo colector

La válvula no se abre eléctricamente (pero se abre utilizando el tornillo de purga) y el temporizador del regador está funcionando

Revise	Solución
El conductor de cada regador se sale con facilidad	Separe los conductores y proceda con el paso 5 en Conexión "Speed-Seal".
Los conductores pelados individuales del regador se extienden hasta más allá de la membrana protectora	Retire el conductor y asegúrese de que el conductor pelado tenga una longitud mínima de 2,2 cm y máxima de 2,5 cm. Separe los conductores y proceda con el paso 5 en Conexión "Speed-Seal".
Los conductores de cada regador están firmes en su lugar pero no tienen contacto con los conductores pelados	Asegúrese de que el conductor pelado del regador tenga una longitud mínima de 2,2 cm y máxima de 2,5 cm

Orbit® Irrigation Products Inc.

North Salt Lake, Utah 84054 USA

www.orbitonline.com

CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-488-6156

This page reproduces the two printed manuals that come in the B-hyve 4-zone controller and manifold bundle, English text first and the Spanish valve-system manual after it.

User Manual of Product 1: Orbit B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller
User Manual of Product 2: Orbit 57253 3-Valve Heavy Duty Preassembled Manifold

Product 1: B-hyve 4-Zone Smart Indoor Sprinkler Controller

Welcome to

SMART WIFI INDOOR SPRINKLER TIMER

Scan for more information

bhyve.orbitonline.com

Compatible with other B-hyve products

Note

The B-hyve timer acts as a hub for other B-hyve™ products.

Contents in the Box

Wi-Fi Indoor Sprinkler Timer
Screwdriver
Mounting Screws and Anchors
Transformer
Quick Start Guide
Conduit Cover

Timer Installation

Select a location

Note

If replacing a timer, it is helpful to take a photo of the wires before you remove them from the old timer.

Mount the timer

Connect Valve Wires

Prepare wire

Strip 1/2" (13 mm) of insulation from each wire.

Connect wires

Attach one wire from each valve to a "Common" (COM) wire and the other wires to a numbered terminal (only one wire per terminal.)

Timer Installation–Connecting to Wi-Fi

Plug in your Orbit® B-hyve™ timer

Connect to your Orbit® B-hyve™ timer

Connect to your Wi-Fi network

Select your network from the list and enter the password for the network to connect your timer to your Wi-Fi signal. When connected, the will illuminate solid white indicating a successful pairing.

Note

Warning

For optimum timer performance, connect to Wi-Fi to receive the latest timer updates.

Programming and Operation

Programming the timer

The app has help screens and video to assist you with Wi-Fi connections, programming, smart watering and other general questions you may have.

Note

Your programmed schedules are stored both in the app and on the timer. Watering will continue, if Wi-Fi connection is lost.

Manual Operation

All programming and full functionality of the timer are available in the B-hyve™ app. If you have the need, there are some basic operations you can perform directly at your timer.

Function	Button Press
MANUAL WATERING	Hold until (water ALL stations) appears, then release. Quickly press again until desired station appears. Default watering is 10 min. per station.
CANCEL STATION	Press once to cancel current station.
RAIN DELAY	Set in app; blinks yellow and appears.
ON/OFF	Hold for 10 sec. until turns white.
HARD RESET	Quickly press 5 times.

The B-hyve™ App

Install the B-hyve™ app on your smart device

You will need a smart device to connect the timer to Wi-Fi.

Note

The app will guide you through initial set up of your sprinkler timer. In addition, there are help icons throughout the app with more information and useful tips.

Timer Connected Symbol
Weather/Temp.
Running Status/Messaging
Stop Watering
Rain Delay
Next Zone
Calendar
Programs
Settings
Zone List
Remote Control or Home Button

Specifications

Rating	Value
Transformer ratings: Input	Australia—240V AC 50/60Hz 23W Europe—230V AC 50/60Hz 23W USA—120V AC 60Hz 23W
Transformer ratings: Output	24V 750 mA
Timer ratings: Input/Output	AUS & EU—26V AC 750 mA 50/60 Cycle USA—24V AC 750 mA 60Hz
Timer Temperature Operating Range	Operating: 32-158° F (0–70° C) Storage & transport: -4–176° F (-20–80° C)
Timer Humidity Operating Range	Operating: 0–80% Storage & transport: 0–90%
Altitude	6,500' (2,000 meters)
Installation Class II	Over Voltage Category II

This timer works with any standard 24V irrigation solenoid.

The internal fuse is non-replaceable.

Help

If the app and the website don't have what you're looking for, please call our technical support line before returning this sprinkler timer to the store.

1-800-488-6156 or 1-801-299-5555

www.orbitonline.com | bhyve.orbitonline.com

FCC and IC Statement

Warning

Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment.

Note

Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
Increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver.
Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.

This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Déclaration de FCC et l'IC

Réorientez ou repositionnez l'antenne de réception.
Augmentez la distance entre l'appareil et le récepteur.
Branchez l'appareil dans une prise sur un circuit différent du circuit sur lequel le récepteur est branché.
Consulter le revendeur ou un technicien radio/TV expérimenté pour obtenir de l'aide.

Product 2: Orbit 57253 3-Valve Heavy Duty Preassembled Manifold

SPRINKLER VALVE SYSTEM

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

Important Guidelines

Warning: DO NOT use pipe dope on threads, use thread seal tape
Place the manifold so that water drains away from the house
If not using culinary water, install a filter upstream of the manifold

Valve Placement

Select a location for the Sprinkler Valve System with the following criteria:

Accessible to water supply line
Accessible to sprinkler wire from timer
Elevated ground—avoid low areas where water will accumulate in valve box

Use a valve box (not included) to protect the sprinkler valve system

Once a location is selected, dig a hole in the ground deep enough so the top of the valve box will be flat and level with the surface.

Note

Tip: Orbit® recommends using an Orbit® valve box base to create a stable platform for your valve system. Place 1" to 1 1/2" of gravel below the valve box for drainage.

A End Cap
B 1, 2, or 3 Port Manifold
C PVC Swivel Adapter (connects to sprinkler mainline)
D 1" Swivel Adapters
E 1" Female Thread Valve
F PVC Transition Adapter
G ¾" or 1" Poly Adapter (not included)
H Coupler

Installation

Check each fitting connection to make sure it is hand-tight.

Warning

DO NOT use wrenches, channel locks, or other tools to tighten fittings.

Check to make sure that the flow direction arrow (located on the body of the valve) is pointed away from the manifold

Connect the manifold to PVC mainline using PVC cement

For ¾" PVC pipe, connect directly to Swivel Adapter (C) (Figure 1)
For 1" PVC pipe, use a Coupler (H) between PVC Swivel Adapter and pipe (Figure 2)
For larger size mainline, purchase and install reducer

Connect your Sprinkler Valve System to your sprinkler header lines (sprinkler lines directly after the valve)

For ¾" PVC pipe, connect directly to Transition Adapter (F) (Figure 3)
For 1" PVC pipe, use Coupler (H) between Transition Adapter and pipe (Figure 4)
For ¾" or 1" Poly Pipe, use Poly Adapter (included in 91207/91206) and secure with tubing clamp (Figure 5)

"Speed-Seal™" Connection

Note

The "Speed-Seal" System should only be used on 24-Volt sprinkler timers with Class II circuits. All wiring must conform to applicable local codes.

Disconnect power to your sprinkler timer

Run sprinkler wire (use 16ga–20ga wire) from your timer to the manifold assembly

Remove 4"–5" of the outer insulation of the sprinkler wire

Warning

Avoid cutting into the wires inside.

Remove 7/8"–1" of insulation from each individual wire (Figure 6)

Note

The wire should hold firm when lightly pulled. If the wire moves freely, remove the wire and repeat Step 5. (Figure 7)

Take the second wire from each valve and the white common wire from the timer and twist them into the wire nut provided Speed-Seal connector nuts.

Testing

Warning

Before proceeding, make sure cemented joints have reached the recommended curing time (varies according to manufacturer).

Ensure the solenoids on the valves are fully closed (turn clockwise until hand-tight).

Turn on sprinkler supply line and check manifold and valve for leaks. If any leak occurs, LIGHTLY tighten connections with channel locks until the leak stops. DO NOT over-tighten swivels.

Turn solenoid counterclockwise 1/4 turn until water flows out—run for 20 seconds and turn clockwise to retighten. Repeat with all valves.

Check that the sprinkler timer is plugged in and/or the circuit breaker is on. Run each station manually from the timer to verify electrical connection to the valve.

Troubleshooting

Manifold System leaks at connections

Check	Solution
Connections are loose	Retighten connections
O-ring is out of place, damaged, or missing	Replace o-ring in proper place
Water pressure exceeds 80 PSI	Install a pressure regulator upstream of manifold

The valve does not open electrically (but opens using the bleed screw) and sprinkler timer is functioning

Check	Solution
Individual sprinkler wire pulls out easily	Untwist wires and follow Step 5 in "Speed-Seal" Connection
Bare individual sprinkler wire extends beyond protective membrane	Remove wire and ensure the bare wire is not shorter than 7/8" and no more than 1" in length. Untwist wires and follow Step 5 in "Speed-Seal" Connection
Individual Sprinkler wires are held firmly in place but are not contacting bare wire	Ensure the bare sprinkler wire is not shorter than 7/8" and no more than 1" in length.

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CUSTOMER SERVICE 1-800-488-6156

Sistema de válvulas de regadores (manual en español)

SISTEMA DE VÁLVULAS DE REGADORES

MANUAL DE INSTRUCCIONES

Pautas importantes

Advertencia: NO use aditivos para tubos en las roscas; use cinta aislante.
Coloque el tubo colector de modo que el agua escurra lejos de la casa.
Si no va a utilizar agua potable, instale un filtro aguas arriba del tubo colector.

Colocación de la válvula

Seleccione una ubicación para el sistema de válvulas de regadores con los siguientes criterios:

Acceso a la tubería de agua.
Acceso al cable entre el regador y el temporizador.
Terreno elevado: evite áreas bajas donde el agua se pueda acumular en la caja de válvulas.

Use una caja de válvulas Orbit® (no se incluye) para proteger el sistema de válvulas de regadores.

Cuando haya seleccionado la ubicación, cave un agujero en la tierra de una profundidad suficiente para que caja de válvulas quede nivelada y al ras con el terreno.

Nota

A Tapa de extremo
B Tubo colector de 1, 2 ó 3 puertos
C Adaptador giratorio de PVC (se conecta a la tubería principal del regador)
D Adaptadores giratorios de 1"
E Válvula roscada hembra de 1"
F Adaptador de transición de PVC
G Adaptador de polietileno de ¾" o 1" (no se incluye)
H Acoplador

Instalación

Asegúrese de apretar con la mano todos los conectores.

Advertencia

NO utilice llaves, alicates para filtros ni otras herramientas para apretar los conectores.

Compruebe que la flecha de dirección del flujo (ubicada en el cuerpo de la válvula) apunte hacia el lado opuesto al tubo colector.

Conecte el tubo colector a la tubería principal de PVC con cemento PVC.

Si el tubo de PVC es de ¾", conéctelo directamente al Adaptador giratorio (C) (Figura 1).
Si el tubo de PVC es de 1", conéctelo al adaptador giratorio de PVC mediante un acoplador (H) (Figura 2).
Si el tubo es más grande, utilice reductores (no incluidos).

Conecte el sistema de válvulas de regadores a las tuberías principales del regador (las tuberías del regador que están directamente después de la válvula).

Si el tubo de PVC es de ¾", conéctelo directamente al Adaptador de transición (F) (Figura 3).
Si el tubo de PVC es de 1", conéctelo al adaptador de transición mediante un acoplador (H) (Figura 4).
Si es un tubo de polietileno de ¾" o 1", utilice un adaptador de polietileno (incluido en los modelos 91207/91206) y asegúrelo con una abrazadera para tubería (Figura 5).

Conexión "Speed-Seal™"

Nota

El sistema "Speed-Seal" sólo se debe usar en temporizadores de regadores de 24 voltios con circuitos Clase II. El cableado debe cumplir con las regulaciones locales vigentes.

Desconecte el temporizador de regadores de la alimentación eléctrica.

Pase el conductor del regador (use conductor de calibre 16 a 20) desde el temporizador hasta el conjunto del tubo colector.

Retire de 10,2 a 12,7 cm de aislante externo del cable del regador.

Advertencia

Tenga cuidado de no cortar los conductores en el interior.

Retire de 2,2 a 2,5 cm de aislante de cada conductor (Figura 6).

Nota

El cable debe permanecer firme cuando lo hale suavemente. Si el cable se mueve libremente, retírelo y repita el Paso 5. (Figura 7)

Tome el segundo cable de cada válvula y el cable blanco común del temporizador y tuérzalos en el empalme para cables que se proporciona con las tuercas del conector Speed-Seal.

Prueba

Advertencia

Antes de continuar, asegúrese de que las uniones de cemento hayan alcanzado el tiempo de curado recomendado (varía de acuerdo con el fabricante).

Asegúrese de que los selenoides en las válvulas estén completamente cerrados (apriételos con la mano girándolos en dirección de las manecillas del reloj).

Solución de problemas

El sistema del tubo colector tiene fugas en las conexiones

Revise	Solución
Las conexiones están sueltas	Vuelva a apretar las conexiones
La junta tórica está dañada, en posición incorrecta o no está	Ponga la junta tórica en su lugar nuevamente
La presión de agua supera los 80 PSI	Instale un regulador de presión aguas arriba del tubo colector

La válvula no se abre eléctricamente (pero se abre utilizando el tornillo de purga) y el temporizador del regador está funcionando

Revise	Solución
El conductor de cada regador se sale con facilidad	Separe los conductores y proceda con el paso 5 en Conexión "Speed-Seal".
Los conductores pelados individuales del regador se extienden hasta más allá de la membrana protectora	Retire el conductor y asegúrese de que el conductor pelado tenga una longitud mínima de 2,2 cm y máxima de 2,5 cm. Separe los conductores y proceda con el paso 5 en Conexión "Speed-Seal".
Los conductores de cada regador están firmes en su lugar pero no tienen contacto con los conductores pelados	Asegúrese de que el conductor pelado del regador tenga una longitud mínima de 2,2 cm y máxima de 2,5 cm

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