Product Info
The ECx is an automatic sprinkler system timer that can control up to 8 watering zones. It offers 3 independent watering programs with 4 start times per day, calendar or interval day scheduling, and 1 minute to 4 hour zone run times. The timer has a battery backup, automatic pump start, seasonal run time adjust, rain delay, and rain sensor capabilities.
Preventive Maintenance Schedule
Annually:
- Replace the fuse if necessary
- Add or replace zone control modules as needed
Daily:
- Check for any leaks or malfunctioning valves
- Visually inspect the timer display for any error messages or issues
Monthly:
- Clean the timer housing and wipe down the display
- Check the battery and replace if necessary
Weekly:
- Inspect all wire connections for corrosion or damage
- Test the rain sensor (if installed) to ensure it is functioning properly
Parts List
- Timer Housing: Plastic, indoor, wall mount, 8″ W x 8″ H x 2″ D (Part Number: Not Available)
- Transformer: Plug-In Class 2, UL Listed, CSA Certified, Input: 120 VAC 50/60 Hz, Output: 24 VAC 50/60 Hz; 0.75 Amps (Part Number: Not Available)
- Fuse: 0.75 Amp, Fast Blow – Protects AC Return (Part Number: Not Available)
- Battery: 9-Volt Alkaline or NiCad (Part Number: Not Available)
- Valve Control Wires: Recommended 18 AWG (0.75 mm2) multi-wire sprinkler valve connection cable (Part Number: Not Available)
- Plug-In Zone Control Modules: Each controls 2 zones, up to 4 modules can be installed (Part Number: Not Available)
- Toro Rain Switch (optional): Remote rain sensing device, model # 53221 (Part Number: 53221)
Product Specs Sheet
- Maximum Load Per Zone: 0.35 Amps @ 24 VAC @ 140° F
- Maximum Load For Pump/Master Valve: 0.35 Amps @ 24 VAC @ 140° F
- Total Maximum Output: 1 Zone plus Pump, not to exceed 0.70 Amps @ 24 VAC @ 140° F
- Battery Back-Up Duration: 9-Volt Alkaline – 72 hrs. or 9-Volt NiCad – 24 hrs.
- Recommended Control Valve Wire Size: 18 AWG (0.75 mm2)
- Housing Dimensions: 8″ W x 8″ H x 2″ D (20cm W x 20cm H x 5cm D)
Troubleshooting
- The display is blank and the timer does not operate:
- Replace the battery
- Check and replace the fuse if blown
- Verify the transformer wires are connected and the transformer is plugged in
- Check the circuit breaker for the wall outlet
- Watering programs start at unscheduled times:
- Shorten zone run times
- Space program start times farther apart
- Watering zone does not turn on:
- Check the wire connections at the control valve and controller
- Enter a zone run time
- Watering zone does not turn off:
- Inspect, clean and/or replace the valve solenoid
- Program restarts unexpectedly after completion:
- Remove additional program start times
- Set Season Adjust to 100%
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