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Questions
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Table of Contents
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Check Box Contents
- Introduction Welcome to Rain Bird
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The ESP-Me Controller
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Controls and Indicators
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Display Legend
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- Advanced Options
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Seasonal Adjust
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Delay Watering
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Rain Sensor
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- Installation Installation Checklist
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Gather Installation Tools
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Mount Controller
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Choose Location
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Remove Knock-Outs
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Mount Controller
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Connect Power
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Indoor Model
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Outdoor Model
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Station Expansion Modules
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Module Options
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Install Modules
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Station Numbering
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Module Configuration
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Wiring Connections
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Connect Valves
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Connect Master Valve
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Connect Pump Start Relay
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Connect Optional Rain Sensor (Wired or Wireless)
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Set Rain Sensor to Active
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Jumper Wire on Backplane)
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- Installing Optional Features
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Connect Optional Accessory
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Remote Programming
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- Troubleshooting Battery Life
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Reset Button
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Error Detection
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Programming Errors (Blinking LED)
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Electrical Errors (Non-Blinking LED)
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Clearing Electrical Error Alerts
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Electrical Issues (Solid LED Illuminated)
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ESP-Me enhanced modular controller
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FRI 830
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Summary of Contents for Rain Bird ESP-Me Series
- Page 1 Rain+Birdt ESP-Me enhanced modular controller User Manual FRI 830...
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Page 2: Questions
WARNING: Use only Rain Bird approved accessory Questions? devices. Unapproved devices may damage controller In the USA or Canada call Rain Bird Technical Support at and void warranty. For a list of compatible devices 1-800-724-6247 go to: or visit our web site at www.rainbird.com/controllersupport... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Check Box Contents ..........III Wiring Connections .......... 8 Introduction Connect Valves ........... 8 Welcome to Rain Bird .......... 1 Connect Master Valve ........8 The ESP-Me Controller ........1 Connect Pump Start Relay ......9 Controller Features ........1 Connect Optional Rain Sensor Controls and Indicators ...... -
Page 4: Introduction Welcome To Rain Bird
Thank you for choosing the ESP-Me Modular Controller from Rain Bird. FRI 830 For more than 70 years, the world’s top irrigation contractors have chosen Rain Bird for the highest quality products and services available worldwide. The ESP-Me Controller Controller Features... -
Page 5: Display Legend
Display Legend This manual uses USA domestic icons for illustration purposes. The following table lists the differences between the domestic and international display screen symbols. Choose your voltage below to determine the LCD symbols for your controller. Domestic vs. International Display Symbols 120V &... -
Page 6: Advanced Options
Advanced Options Delay Watering Delay watering if irrigation is not needed. For Basic Setup, see the Quick Reference Guide located inside the controller door. Seasonal Adjust Turn the dial to Delay Increase or decrease watering duration based Watering. on seasonal weather conditions. Press to set the DAYS REMAINING. -
Page 7: Installation Installation Checklist
Installation Mount Controller Choose Location Installation Checklist When installing the ESP-Me controller for the first time, it is recommended that you complete the following steps in order. A check-off box is provided for each step: Check box contents (see page III) 11 IN. -
Page 8: Mount Controller
Connect Power Mount Controller WARNING: DO NOT plug in the transformer or connect external power until you have completed 1/8 IN. and checked all wiring connections. WARNING: All electrical connections and wiring runs must comply with local building codes. Some building codes require that only a licensed or certified electrician can make the power connections. -
Page 9: Outdoor Model
Outdoor Model For 230V only: WARNING: Electric shock can cause severe injury or death. Make sure power supply is turned OFF before connecting power wires. Power Wiring Connections 120VAC (USA) 230VAC (International) Black supply wire (hot) to the Black supply wire (hot) to the black transformer black transformer wire wire White supply wire (neutral) to... -
Page 10: Install Modules
Install Modules Module Configuration Why Proper Configuration Is So Important Example of installation with station numbering gaps: l A total of 19 stations are installed. l The Base Module is installed in Bay 1 and uses Stations 1 through 4. l A 6-Station Expansion Module is installed in Bays 2 and l A 3-Station module is installed in Bay 4 and uses stations numbered 17 through 19. -
Page 11: Wiring Connections
Wiring Connections Connect Master Valve Connect the valve wires for each station and for a Connect an optional Master Valve to the ESP-Me (optional) Master Valve, Pump Start Relay or Rain controller. Sensor. CAUTION: Do not route the master valve wires through the same opening as the power wiring. -
Page 12: Connect Pump Start Relay
NOTE: Default run times for program A is 10 minutes current of 5VA. for stations 1-4. The following Rain Bird Pump Start Relays are available in CAUTION: To avoid Dead Heading your pump do the USA only: one of the following for all unused stations (module... -
Page 13: Connect Optional Rain Sensor (Wired Or Wireless)
WIRED RAIN SENSOR SHOWN. SYMBOL sun 427 OPTIONAL WIRELESS RAIN SENSOR RAIN BIRD MODEL # WR2RC NOTE: For more details see Rain Sensor in the OR WR2RFC IS AVAILABLE Advanced Options section of the Advanced User Manual. NOTE: The Alert light no longer illuminates when irrigation is delayed due to rainfall. -
Page 14: Installing Optional Features
Installing Optional Features Connect Optional Accessory NOTE: Use only Rain Bird approved devices with 5 pin accessory port. Unapproved devices may damage controller and void warranty. Remote Programming Program the front panel remotely on battery power. HOMEOWNER NOTE: The following... -
Page 15: Troubleshooting Battery Life
Troubleshooting The Alert LED light on the ESP-Me controller front panel will light up to indicate an alarm condition: Battery Life ALERT If the display repeatedly shows “ ------------ ” when using a 9V Programming Errors (blinking LED) battery for remote programming, replace the battery. Error Alert Error Message... -
Page 16: Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Display shows a program Water source not supplying water. Verify there is no disruption to the main water line and is active, but system isn’t that all other water supply lines are open and functioning watering. -
Page 17: Electrical Issues (Solid Led Illuminated)
Electrical Issues (solid LED illuminated) Problem Possible Cause Possible Solution Display is blank, frozen Power not reaching the controller. Verify the main AC power supply is securely plugged in or or will not accept connected and working properly. programming. Controller needs to be reset. Press the Reset Button. - Page 18 Declaration of Conformity FCC Part 15 Rain Bird Corporation hereby declares that the ESP-Me irrigation This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits controller families conform to the European Directives 2004/108/EC for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
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