Melnor 3050 User Manual
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BATTERY INSTALLATION
1. Remove rear battery compartment door by removing both screws.
NOTE: Take care not to lose screws and washers.
2. Install two (2) new “AA” Alkaline batteries (not included) in the correct position as shown in rear battery
compartment matching (+/-) markings. Unit will beep five (5) times. Unit will activate motor to reset it to the
closed position.
NOTE: Replace both batteries at beginning of season. When replacing batteries, wait two (2) minutes after
removing old batteries before installing new batteries. When new batteries are installed, unit will beep 5
times and turn timer on to reset valve to closed position, and go to TIMESET mode for clock setting.
3. Replace battery door and secure with both screws and washers.
NOTE: Round edge of battery door should be in down location.
NOTE: To prevent corrosion, remove batteries when unit is not in use for extended periods of time.
LOW BATTERY DETECTION
When batteries become weak, unit will activate with one (1) long beep and will state LOW BATTERY in the screen.
If unit is in open position, it will activate motor to close unit. By pressing any button, an error message will appear
until batteries are replaced.