Rain Bird SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor User Manual

The SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor User Manual provides instructions on how to use, install, and operate the product.

Brand: RAINBIRD
Category: Other
Document type: User Manual
Language: English
Pages: 17
File format: PDF
File size: 891 KB
Published: 09 August, 2012
Updated: 29 September, 2023
MD5 checksum: 6C15FC16E259FDA6116A05C9C86E6C83
PDF: Rain Bird SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor User Manual PDF

About this manual

This manual provides instructions for installing the Rain Bird SMRT-Y Soil Moisture Sensor kit, which utilizes Digital Time Domain Transmissometry technology to monitor soil moisture. The system connects to an existing irrigation controller to suspend watering when soil moisture levels are sufficient, helping to conserve water while optimizing root health.

What's inside

Introduction
Items Needed
Panel Description
How it Works
Preparation
Sensor Installation
User Interface Installation
Operation
Setting the Watering Schedule
Troubleshooting

Specifications

Measurement Technology	Digital Time Domain Transmissometry
Read Frequency	Every 10 minutes
Power Restoration Delay	30 minutes
Minimum Distance from Sprinkler Heads	4 feet

Frequently asked questions

How often does the sensor take readings?

The SMRT-Y takes soil moisture readings every 10 minutes.

What happens if soil moisture is above the threshold?

The SMRT-Y will suspend the irrigation cycle by interrupting the power to your solenoid valves.

How long does it take for power to be restored after suspension?

Power is restored after 30 minutes of controller inactivity.

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