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 - Install and Wire S100 ................................................................................................................... 6
Step 3 - Setup Sprinkler Controller and Set Cycle Window..............................................................7
Step 4 - Connect the biSensor ....................................................................................................................7
Step 5 - biSensor Installation..................................................................................................................... 8
Step 6 - Verify All Connections ................................................................................................................. 9
Step 7 - 24 Hour Moisture Threshold Calibration............................................................................... 9
Future Adjustments ....................................................................................................................................10
How to Get a Beautiful Lawn ...................................................................................................................10
Troubleshooting for Initial Installation ..................................................................................................11
Operational Troubleshooting & Adjustments .....................................................................................12
Troubleshooting Lawn Conditions................................................................................................... 13-14
Troubleshooting Error Codes ...................................................................................................................17
WaterTec S100 Manual June08
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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.