- Turn the dial to the START TIMES position.
- The factory preset is set on program A. If necessary, you can select program b, or C by pressing the PRG button.
- Use the plus (+) or minus (-) button to change the start time.
- Press the arrow (>) button to add an additional start time, or PRG button for the next program.
Accordingly, how do you program a hunter sprinkler system?
X-Core - Programming Start Times
- Turn the dial to the START TIMES position.
- The factory preset is set on program A. If necessary, you can select program b, or C by pressing the PRG button.
- Use the plus (+) or minus (-) button to change the start time.
- Press the arrow (>) button to add an additional start time, or PRG button for the next program.
Likewise, how long do I run my sprinkler system? Run your sprinkler and see how long it takes to get a half inch of water in the can – just like a rain gauge. Usually it's about 30 minutes. So 20 minutes, 3 times per week will get an inch of water on your lawn, and 30 minutes 3 times per week will get 1 ½” down.
In this way, how do I reset my hunter sprinkler system?
Resetting a Hunter X-Core is easy. To reset the irrigation controller, all you need to do is press the negative, the hand and the program keys at the same time, then use a small tool to press in the small reset button on the side of your controller. A small screwdriver or a pen will do the trick.
How do you test a hunter sprinkler system?
To initiate the test program:
- Press and hold the PRG button. The station number will be flashing.
- Press the or button to scroll to the station you would like the test program to start with. Use the and buttons to set a run time of up to 15 minutes.
- After a 2 second pause, the test program will begin.
How do you run a sprinkler system?
- plot types and locations of sprinkler heads. Plan the System.
- install an anti siphon valve. Access the Water Line.
- dig the trench for system.
- attach one end of valve manifold assembly to water.
- attach risers using 90 degree connectors.
- level sprinkler heads with soil level.
- timer controls length and frequency of waterings.
Why wont my sprinklers pop up?
To resolve this issue, simply clean the sprinkler heads. Be sure to clean both the head and the plastic screen basket. -- A leak in the water line can cause low water pressure and keep water from flowing to the sprinkler head. If water doesn't reach the sprinkler head, then it won't pop-up out of the ground.How do you manually turn on a Hunter sprinkler system?
X-Core - Manually Run a Single Station- Turn dial to MANUAL – ONE STATION position.
- Station run time will flash in the display.
- Turn the dial clockwise to the RUN position to run the station (only the designated station will water, then the controller will return to automatic mode with no change to the previously set program).