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TERM DEFINITION
START TIME The time the program begins watering the first programmed station.
VALVE
Supplies water to a specific station or area. The opening and closing of the valve
is accomplished through electrical current supplied by the sprinkler timer.
MASTER VALVE
Typically located at the main water source. Turns on and off water for the entire
irrigation system when not in use.
MULTIPLE
START TIMES
A controller feature that allows a program to be operated multiple times on the
same watering day.
OVERLAPPING
PROGRAMS
When a “Start Time” is set for a program before the previous program has
completed.
PROGRAM
(A OR B)
Individual programs as set by the user. Each program operates independently.
If one program overlaps the other the programs will be “stacked.” After the first
program finishes the next program will begin.
RAIN DELAY
A feature that postpones the running of a scheduled watering program for a
specific duration.
SOLENOID
The electrical part on an irrigation valve that opens and closes the valve.
SPRINKLER TIMER
A device which instructs the station valves to operate.
STATION
A grouping of sprinklers operated by a single valve which is controlled by the
timer.
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