Irritrol IBOC-Plus User Manual

TMPlusUser’s GuideIRRIG ATIO N CO NTROL L ERTMPlus

8This section covers the following topics:•Getting Started•Setting the Current Time and Date•Setting the Station Run Time•Master Valve Operation•Setti

WHAT IS A PROGRAM WATERING CYCLE?When a watering start time is selected, that time becomes the beginningof an automatic watering cycle. A watering cyc

10WATERING SCHEDULE FORM (SAMPLE)For your convenience, a Watering Schedule Form / Programming andOperating Quick Reference card is provided. Use the f

11SETTING THE CURRENT TIME AND DATEBefore you can program the controller for automatic watering, you mustset the controller clock to the current time

12SETTING THE STATION RUN TIMEA station is assigned to a program when it is given a run time (from oneminute to 23 hours and 59 minutes) in that progr

13SETTING PROGRAM START TIME(S)This procedure is used to set the watering cycle start time(s) for eachprogram. A maximum of eight start times per prog

14SELECTING THE DAYS TO WATERSeveral watering day scheduling options are available. Each wateringprogram can utilize any ONEof the following schedules

15WeekdaysA. Press the NEXTbutton until the “Weekdays” is displayed.B. Press the +/ONbutton, “Sun” will begin flashing. C.To select the day, press the

16PROGRAM REVIEWThis controller feature enables the various operational settings and statusconditions of each program to be easily reviewed. Within th

17MOUNTING THE CONTROLLER1. Position the mounting template (provided) on the wall atapproximately eye level. Using a small punch or nail, mark theloca

iThank you for purchasing the Irritrol Systems IBOC Plus batteryoperated controller. Listed below are some of the standard IBOC Plusfeatures:•Operates

18Note: When connecting the DC latching solenoid to the controller,unlike an AC solenoid which has no specific wiring polarity, the DClatching solenoi

19Installation ProceduresNote:Although the battery and the SPC-2 share the same inputterminals, only one power source can be connected to the IBOCPlus

Therefore, an important step in the installation process is to properlyconnect the controller to an earth ground source, especially if thecontroller i

214. Press the +/ONbutton to begin operation. Allow station 1 tocontinue operating for the set run time or change the run time byusing the +/ONor –/OF

22OFF AND RAIN DELAY MODESUse these function modes to immediately stop all current wateringactivity, suspend watering indefinitely or delay automatic

23MANUAL STATION STARTThis option enables individual stations to be operated for a selectableduration from 1–59 minutes. Each station selected to oper

24❖ProblemPossible Solution❖Controller 1.Check for active Rain Delay mode.will not run2. Rain sensor operation enabled without sensorautomatically ins

25Cabinet:Metal, weather-resistant, indoor/outdoor, wall mount with key-actuatedlocking coverDimensions:10.75" W x 9.5" H x 5.75" D (27

Electromagnetic CompatibilityDomestic:This equipment generates and uses radio frequency energy and if notinstalled and used properly, that is, in stri

1Features...iController Components...

2Controller Components▲ Figure 11Function Dial:For selecting the programming and operatingfunctions.2LCD Display:For viewing time, program and status

3TMPlus 6-VOLT LANTERN BATTERYMV/PUMPEARTHGND1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12FOR SERVICEUSE ONLYINPUT GNDL NBATTERYINPUT GND+

4HOW THE BACKUP SYSTEM WORKSThe IBOC Plus utilizes non-volatile memory storage to preventwatering program information from becoming lost in the event

5General InformationHOW THE ELECTRONIC CIRCUITBREAKER WORKSThe controller is equipped with an electronic circuit breaker. If thecontroller detects a s

6HOW THE SENSOR FEATURE WORKSThe IBOC Plus is equipped to operate with an optional rain sensingdevice, commonly called a “Rain Switch,” to prevent aut

7DISPLAY LANGUAGE OPTIONUse this feature to select either Spanish or English display prompts.By default, English display prompts will be shown. To cha