Baseline Systems WaterTec S100 - Manual (Page 3)

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Before You Get Started .............................................................................................3
S100 Operational Features .......................................................................................4
Step 1 - biSensor Placement ....................................................................................5
Step 2 - Determining Your Wiring Configuration.....................................................6
Option A - Valve Common Interrupter .....................................................6
Option B - Drip Bypass ...............................................................................6
Step 3 - Install and Wire S100....................................................................................7
Step 4 - Setup Sprinkler Timer and Set Cycle Window...........................................7
Step 5 - Connect the biSensor .................................................................................7
Step 6 - biSensor Installation.....................................................................................8
Step 7 - Verify All Connections .................................................................................9
Step 8 - 24-hour Moisture Threshold Calibration.....................................................9
Future Adjustments..................................................................................................10
How to Get a Beautiful Lawn.................................................................................10
Troubleshooting for Initial Installation ...............................................................11-12
Operational Troubleshooting & Adjustments .......................................................12
Troubleshooting Lawn Conditions ....................................................................13-14
Troubleshooting Error Codes ..................................................................................17
WaterTec S100 Manual Aug06 Rev. 1
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Congratulations on selecting the WaterTec™ S100 kit, the industry’s
leading soil-moisture sensing unit for residential and small commercial
applications.
The following manual will guide you step-by-step through the installation
process. Pages 11-17 contain troubleshooting steps to further assist in
your installation. Additional information can be found online at
www.baselinesystems.com
WATERTEC™ S100 INSTALLATION MANUAL
Before You Get Started
Read the entire manual before starting
Before installing your new WaterTec S100, operate the sprinkler system to ensure the system
is functioning properly and all heads are properly adjusted. For best results you will need
to know the distribution rate of your sprinklers as this usually varies greatly from zone to
zone. Ideally each zone would receive the same amount of water (1/2” to 3/4”). Baseline
recommends that, prior to installation, you replace any back-up batteries your timer
requires. You may need to refer to the original owner’s manual.