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CONNECTING A WEATHER SENSOR .Weather Sensor BypassA Hunter Mini-Clik rain sensor can be connected to the SRC Plus.The purpose of this sensor is to stop watering when precipitation issufficient. The sensor connects directly to the controller and allowsyou to easily override the sensor by using the RUN (BYPASS SENSOR)position on the dial.RUN (BYPASS SENSOR)With this built-in feature, there isno need for an additional manualbypass switch when using rainsensors The SRC Plus works withthe Hunter Mini-Clik , Rain-Clik ,Freeze-Clik plus some other rain,wind or freeze sensors on the market today. If the sensor is preventingsystem operation, just turn the dial to RUN (BYPASS SENSOR) and theweather sensor will be overridden.1. Route the wires from the rain sensor up through the same openingused for valve wiring.2. Connect one rain sensor wire to the RS terminal and the other to theC terminal.3. Connect the valve common from the field to the RS terminal.Note: If a pump relay is being used, the pump relay common mustalso be connected to the RS terminal.A weather sensor shuts off your system during rainyweather – saving water. Ask your installer for moreinformation on this device.Connect Common tothis Terminal whenusing Rain SensorConnect Rain Sensor Wiresto These Two TerminalsHunter Weather SensorRESETAC AC R RS C MV 1234569 V BatteryValve Common to RSSensor Wire to Weather SensorSensor Wire to Common8

CONNECTING A SRR OR ICR REMOTE CONTROL (not included) .The Hunter SRC Plus is remote-ready for use with the SRR or ICRremote control system. The remote makes it possible for contractorsand end-users alike to operate an system without having to walk backand forth to the controller.To utilize the SRR or ICR Remote Control System you must install theSmartPort outlet.To Controller1. Install a ½" female threadedPVC “Tee” in the fieldwiring conduit (PVC pipe)approximately 12" below theSRC Plus./ " Thread1 22. Feed the red, white, and bluewires of the harness throughthe base of the “Tee” and intothe wiring compartment asshown in Figure 1.3. Screw the harness housinginto the “Tee” as shown inFigure 1.NOTE: Any extension of the wiring on the remoteharness may result in an error message in thecontroller display and possible malfunction of theremote unit due to radio interference. In somesituations, lengthening of the harness may work fine,in others it may not work at all (it is site specific). Ineither case, extending the wiring harness should bedone using shielded cable to minimize the possibleeffects of electrical noise. For easiest installation,order a new Hunter SRR-SCWH SmartPort wiringharness with a full 25 feet of shielded cable.Indoor InstallationOutdoor InstallationPlusPre-assembledAssembledFigure 1Controller4. Access the terminal strip area and attach the red wire to the left ACscrew slot, attach the white wire to the next AC screw slot and attachthe blue wire to the screw slot marked “R”.AC AC R RS C MV 12345Receiver6BlueRedWhiteThe wiring harness is now ready for remote control use. Please refer tothe SRR or ICR owner manual for further information or contact yourlocal Hunter distributor for ordering information.9

CONNECTING TO THE HUNTER IRRIGATION MANAGEMENT ANDMONITORING SYSTEM (not included) .With the IMMS , automatic irrigation systems at multiple sites ormultiple controllers at a single site can be programmed for functionsthat would typically be handled directly at each controller. Schedulingof days to water, run times, start times, cycle and soak operations,and more can now be done from a single computer at a desk milesaway from the actual installation. In addition, scheduled operationof non-irrigation components also in use at these sites–e.g., lightingsystems at athletic fields, fountains at shopping centers–as well aspumps and sensors can also be programmed and monitored froma single central location. A key function of the IMMS is its ability tomonitor changing conditions. With the aid of such options as flowsensors, rain sensors and other weather-sensing devices, the IMMScan receive reports on the current condition at every site it is linkedwith and then respond with the necessary adjustments should anyof those conditions go beyond the limits that have been defined. It’sable to team with any or all of the standard automatic controllers inthe Hunter line-up, from the SRC Plus to the Pro-C to the ICC. Plus,it’s a system that’s easy and affordable to upgrade, making it possibleto accommodate an expanding network of controllers. For moreinformation on the IMMS software, contact your local Hunter dealer.POWER FAILURES .Due to the possibility of power failures, the controller has non-volatilememory to preserve the program indefinitely. If no 9-volt battery isinstalled, the controller will freeze time when the power goes out andresume, keeping time after power has been restored. If a battery isinstalled, the 9-volt battery backup will keep time so the clock andcalendar will be intact for several days.10

SPRINKLER SYSTEM FUNDAMENTALS .There are three main components that are involved with all automaticsprinkler systems that are made today. They are the controller, valves,and the sprinklers.water that can be pumped to the location. Each valve is connected viawire to the terminal strip area inside of the controller. Here the wire isconnected to a number that corresponds to the valve's station number.The controller is what makes the whole system operate efficiently.It is technically the brain of the entire system, instructing the valveswhen to supply water to the sprinklers and for how long to do so. Thesprinklers, in turn, will direct the water towards the surrounding plantsand lawn.The controller will operate the valves in order, only one at a time. Whena valve has completed it’s watering; it will switch to the next station thathas been programmed. This process is called the watering cycle. Theinformation pertaining to the watering times of the individual stationsand how often watering occurs is called a program.The valve controls a group of sprinklers called a watering station. Thesestations are laid out in a fashion according to the type of plant life thatexists there, the locations of the plants, and the maximum amount ofSRC ControllerValve 1PlusSTATIONRUN TIMEYEARMONTHDAYRUNNINGAMPM24 HR.PROGRAMSTARTTIMESValve 2Valve 3NEXTSUN MON TUES WED THUR FRI SAT EVEN/ODDRUNMANUAL - ALL STATIONSMANUAL - SINGLE STATIONSET DAYS TO WATERRUN (BYPASS SENSOR)SET CURRENT DATE /TIMEStation 2 SYSTEM OFFSET WATERING START TIMES SET STATION RUN TIMESStation 1 Valve 1 – Activates Station 1 – Rotors water frontyard lawnStation 3Valve 2 – Activates Station 2 – Sprays water sidelawn and bubblers water flowersValve 3 – Activates Station 3 – Rotors water backyard lawnValve 4 – Activates Station 4 – Bubblers water garden Valve 5 – Activates Station 5 – Sprays water side lawnand bubblers water flowersValve 6 – Activates Station 6 – Sprays water frontcorner lawnStation 6Valve 6Station 4 Station 5Valve 5Valve 411

CREATING A WATERING SCHEDULE .For most consumers, it is much easier to plan your specific wateringschedule onto paper before actually programming the informationinto the controller. It’s also handy to have a written record of yourprogramming information for easy reference.There are some guidelines that should be followed when determiningwhen and how long to water. These factors are the soil type, the partof the landscape being watered, weather conditions, and the types ofsprinklers being used. Since there are so many different variables thatcan determine your individual watering schedule, it is impossible to givean exact schedule to follow. However, we have included some guidelinesto help you get started.NOTE: It is usually good to water one or two hoursbefore sunrise. Water pressure will be at optimumlevels during the early morning and the water cansoak into the roots of the plants while evaporation isminimal. For most plants, watering during midday orin the evening may cause plant damage or possibly mildew.NOTE: Keep an eye out for evidence of under- or overwatering. Over-watering is most commonly indicatedby pools of water that take a long time to soak inor evaporate, while under-watered landscapeswill show signs of discoloring and dryness. Makeprogramming changes immediately when evidenceis present.HOW TO FILL OUT THE WATERING SCHEDULE FORM .Be sure to use a pencil when filling out this form. By using the includedexample and the information below, you should have all the informationyou need to construct your personal water schedule.Program Start Times – Indicate the time of day that the program willbegin. Each program can have 1 to 4 start times. However, one start timecan run an entire program.Station Number and Location – Identify the station number, locationand the type of plant that is being watered.Station Run Time – Indicate the run time (1 to 99 minutes) for eachstation. Write “OFF” for any station that you do not want to operate inthe program.Watering Day – Identify whether you want to use a calendar day or anodd or even day schedule. For a calendar day schedule circle the day ofthe week in which watering is desired. For a odd or even day schedule,simply mark the corresponding box.12Keep this schedule in a safe place for quick reference later, rather thanscrolling through program information on the controller.

WATERING SCHEDULE FORM EXAMPLE .PROGRAM AWATERINGDAYSCHEDULECALENDARODD/EVENPROGRAM BPROGRAM CSU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SAODD XEVENX X X X X X XODDEVENODDEVEN XSTATIONLOCATIONZONE RUN TIMEZONE RUN TIMEZONE RUN TIME1Front LawnSide LawnBack LawnFlowersGardenFront 000:1500:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:0000:2001:006:00 AMOffOffOff8:00 AMOffOffOff5:00 AMOffOffOff234567891PROGRAMSTART TIMES23413

WATERING SCHEDULE FORM.PROGRAM N234567891PROGRAMSTART TIMES23414PROGRAM CSU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SA SU MO TU WE TH FR SAODDEVENZONE RUN TIME1PROGRAM BODDEVENZONE RUN TIMEODDEVENZONE RUN TIME

PROGRAMMING FUNDAMENTALS .A watering program can be created to operate valves in numericalsequence one at a time. All that is required to create a watering programis to:1. Select a program (A, B, or C) by pressing the button on thecontroller (it is recommended to start with Program A).2. Set a program start time (only one program start time is required toactivate a watering program).3. Set the run time for each valve assigned to the program, and4. Set the days that you would like the watering program to run.We have included an example that will better illustrate the operationof a program:Let’s say you have a program start time set for 6:00 AM . Stations 1 and2 are going to have a run time of 15 minutes and station 3 is set for 20minutes. Please note that stations 4, 5 and 6 have not been included inthis program, we will water them on separate programs.Going back to our previous example, at 6:00 AM the controller

SRC Plus is a product that does the job efficiently and economically. The SRC Plus is an improved version of the original SRC Plus. Additional features and improvements include: Non-volatile memory More robust circuitry One touch manual start and advance Hunter Quick Check Automatic Short Circuit Protection