Rainbird Wiring Diagram (2024)

FAQs

Why does my Rain Bird sprinkler system keep running? ›

If your controller is off and the water keeps running there is an issue with 1 or all the valves or supply lines. When this happens it may be necessary to clean or replace a valve, or to call a contractor.

Is the water turned on, is the controller plugged in and programmed correctly, are there isolation valves that might be turned off? Verify valve operation by using the manual bleed. This might indicate a controller or wiring problem if the valve works properly when using the manual bleed.

Sprinkler wire consists of one white or common wire and any other colored wire depending on how many control valves the system has. Your sprinkler wire needs to have at least one more wire than the number of zones being installed.

The common wire is found in the 'c' terminal and is vital to the systems operation. If a common wire gets cut then all of the solenoids that it connects together will be out of action.

A common reason for a controller to repeat a cycle is too many programmed start times. Only one start time per active program is required, a second start time will cycle the program an additional time. NOTE: In the Start Times dial position, the numbers 1-4 do not represent stations.

Even when the controller turns off, it still runs indefinitely. The problem is most likely located in one of the solenoid valves. These valves are usually located in an underground access box outside in the yard. Before you call your irrigation service provider, you might want to take a look inside the access box.

In the Standard mode a Run/Soak feature has been set in the Advanced Functions position causing the controller to cycle multiple times so that the proper amount of water can be applied without creating runoff.

Clogged sprinkler heads: You may have a clogged sprinkler head if the head doesn't rise and there is no water. Dirt, sand and other debris build up in the sprinkler head filters. To clean a filter: Turn off your water, lift the pop-up riser, remove the nozzle and the filter, clean the filter and return to the nozzle.

Watering frequency options include watering on Odd days, Even Days, Custom days, or Cyclic Days. An example of Custom Days is above, where you choose the specific days each week that will water. An example of Cyclic Days is below. This is where you water every “blank” number of days, and you choose how often that is.

How are sprinkler lines connected? ›

Risers connect pipes to the sprinkler heads. Fittings or couplings, such as tees and elbows, connect and redirect pipe. A manual control system should allow you to maintain several areas with different needs. A backflow preventer is an anti-siphon device that's required in most areas.

Wiring Summary:

Remember it does not matter which of the two wires from the solenoid is chosen for the hot (positive or lead wire) or common wire coming from the controller. For instance, you can connect either wire from the sprinkler controller to either of the valve solenoid wires.