3 SM ART SPRINKLER CONTROLLER Lets get started. Whats in the box. Magnetic Faceplate Smart Sprinkler Controller 3 Screws with Anchors Power Adapter What youll need. Need some help?
Wi-Fi Access
(2.4 or 5 GHz) Smartphone or Tablet Phillips Screwdriver Hammer
(Drywall Installs) Drill and Drill Bit
(Drywall Installs) The Rachio 3 Sprinkler Controller is designed for indoor installation. If outdoor installation is required, youll need our weather-resistant enclosure. Learn more at rachio.com/outdoors. Need some help?
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STEP 1 Out with the old!
Test your old system to ensure everything works properly. Photograph the wiring inside your existing controller to reference during installation. Remove your old controller from the wall. Test Sprinklers Photograph Wiring Remove Controller STEP 2 Mark screw locations. Use the Mounting Template at the end of this guide to mark where you want to install your Rachio 3. For Drywall Installation:
Drill holes at marked locations for the anchors. Use a 3/16 inch bit to drill through the drywall, then use a hammer to gently tap each anchor into place. STEP 3 In with the new!
Remove the Rachio 3s magnetic faceplate. Mount your new controller by screwing it onto the wall using the provided screws. Mounting Template Ensure the lower holes are level, and use a pencil to mark the center of each hole. Make sure your wires have enough slack to reach the drill icon above!
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. STEP 4 Connect your wires. While referencing the photo of your previous wiring, insert the wires into the appropriate terminals. Things not matching up? Visit rachio.com/wiring for tips on advanced wiring. C 1-16 Common Wires Zone Wires Common wires are often Zone wires correspond to your labeled C or Com. You can landscapes zones. Insert them insert them into any of the into the blue, numbered terminals. white C terminals. M Master Valve S1-2 24 VAC Sensor Wires (Optional) Not all systems have a master You are able to connect up to two valve. Master valve wires are often rain or ow sensors to your labeled M, MV, or Pump. If you controller using the S1, S2, and have a master valve, wire it into the 24VAC sensor power terminals. dark gray M terminal. For more information, visit rachio.com/sensors. Insert the power connector upward into the power jack located at the bottom right of the wiring bay. Then, plug the power adapter into the outlet. STEP 5 Create an account. Find the Rachio app on the Apple App Store, on Google Play or by visiting rachio.com/download. Once the app is installed, create your account. STEP 6 Connect to Wi-Fi. Open the Rachio app and select Add Controller. The app will guide you through this process. Once your controller is online, the light bar will pulse blue. You can now replace the magnetic faceplate. STEP 7 Complete setup on the app. Now that the controller is online, use the Rachio app to customize your zones and create a schedule. Congrats, you did it!
Want to learn more about what you can do with your new Rachio 3?
Control your system remotely. Integrate your smart home. Optimize your waterings. Visit rachio.com/more. Manual Controls Zones can be run directly from the controller, if needed. Use the forward and back buttons to select a zone on the light bar, then select play. Stop Watering Prev Zone Next Zone Start or Pause Watering