Why does my sprinkler system come on twice?

A common reason why a program is repeating is that you have a second start time set. The start times control the exact time your ESP-Me timer will begin to water and they also control how many times a day your timer will water. The ESP-Me allows you to set up to 6 start times per program.

Is the Hunter X-core WIFI Compatible?

This simple irrigation controller offers optional on-site smart ET watering adjustments and handheld remote operation. This entry-level residential controller offers simple operation with Solar Sync compatibility.

How do you test X-core sprinklers?

X-Core – Test Program of All Stations

1. 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.
2. 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.

How should I set my sprinkler system?

Sprinklers should be set to run for about 30 to 35 minutes at a time twice a week. Your goal is at least 1″ of water a week for your lawn. When it’s hot and dry, double the water times while still trying to water just 2 or 3 days a week.

How does Hunter Solar Sync work?

The Solar Sync ET sensor is an advanced weather sensor that calculates evapotranspiration (ET) and adjusts Hunter controllers daily based on local weather conditions. Solar Sync measures sunlight and temperature, and uses ET to determine the correct seasonal adjustment percentage value to send to the controller.

Why does my X-core system turn on again?

X-Core – Station Repeats 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.

How to set up programs on X Core?

To set up each program, you would need START TIMES , RUN TIMES, and WATER DAYS for each of them. Here is an example of a program for a 4 station controller: You have a 4 Station X-Core controller. Your lawn stations are valves #1 and #2. Your shrubs stations are valves #3 and #4.

How to set up the Hunter X Core?

Setting the current time and day, start times, run times, and days to water will be explained. Navigation of the controller using the dial and green buttons will also be covered.

How many stations can a X Core Control?

This entry-level residential controller offers simple operation with Solar Sync compatibility. With easy-to-configure control for up to 8 stations, including 3 programs and 4 start times each, the X-Core is the perfect solution for residential applications.

X-Core – Station Repeats 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.

To set up each program, you would need START TIMES , RUN TIMES, and WATER DAYS for each of them. Here is an example of a program for a 4 station controller: You have a 4 Station X-Core controller. Your lawn stations are valves #1 and #2. Your shrubs stations are valves #3 and #4.

This entry-level residential controller offers simple operation with Solar Sync compatibility. With easy-to-configure control for up to 8 stations, including 3 programs and 4 start times each, the X-Core is the perfect solution for residential applications.

What are the start times for the X-Core?

Start times should appear as you see in the chart below: Start Times PROGRAM A PROGRAM B PROGRAM C 1 5:30AM OFF OFF 2 OFF OFF OFF 3 OFF OFF OFF 4 OFF OFF OFF Individual stations are assigned to a program (A,b,C). Each program requires only one start time to initiate a watering sequence of all the stations assigned to that program.