Rain Bird ESP-LXME User Manual

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ESP-LXME Controller
FloManager
TM
Overview
FloManager is a standard feature of the ESP-LXME controller which
manages ow demands on the water source and can be used with or
without an actual ow sensor.
Managers of larger irrigation systems can struggle to nd enough hours
per week to irrigate the site. This issue is more prevalent today with
mandated restrictions on the number of irrigation days per week and
hours per day. Operating your irrigation system at the most ecient
ow rate has several advantages:
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Decreases the overall time required to irrigate the site
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Manages the ow and pressure delivered to each valve
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Saves power for systems with pumps
If the irrigation system water source can support the operation of
multiple stations simultaneously, FloManager can provide automated
hydraulic management, optimizing the available water.
FloManager, working with the station priority and SimulStation
settings, will dynamically select combinations of stations to operate
simultaneously in order to utilize as much of the available water from
the water source as possible. Each station will still operate for the
programmed run time and the maximum capacity of the water source
will never be exceeded.
FloManager
TM
Requirements
FloManager will require the following information:
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FloManager Flow Rate. This is the maximum capacity of the irrigation
system water source (water meter or pump).
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Station Flow Rates. If you do not have a ow sensor, you can enter
the station ow rates manually.
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NOTE: If the optional Flow Smart Module and ow sensor are
installed, the station ow rates required for FloManager can
be calculated automatically. Refer to FloWatch Operation for
instructions on using the Learn Flow Utility.
Set Up and Use FloManager
TM
Enable (Or Disable) FloManager
TM

Turn the controller dial to Advanced Settings.
A
The Advanced Settings screen appears. Use the Down Arrow to
select FloManager; then press Next.
B
The FloManager screen appears with FloManager On/O selected;
press Next.
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Rain Bird ESP-LXME Specifications

General

Brand	Rain Bird
Model	ESP-LXME
Category	Controller
Language	English