Melnor 3060 - 2005 User Manual
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: If it’s going to rain, can I prevent the timer from watering?
A: Yes. Please refer to Advanced Operations in these
instructions.
Q: Why do my pipes bang when the water shuts off?
A: This is called a “water hammer.” The addition of a short
piece of hose between the timer and the faucet should
eliminate this problem.
Q: Can I erase or delete a program?
A: While you cannot specifically delete a Watering Cycle, you
can save a new setting in its place. Also, if you wish no
watering, you can set the run time to 0:00 (see Advanced
Operations).
Trouble Shooting Guide
Problem:
Screen does not display information.
Possible Cause:
Batteries installed incorrectly.
Solution:
Re-install batteries.
Possible Cause:
Weak batteries.
Solution:
Install new alkaline batteries.
Problem:
Unit won’t let me set up watering cycle.
Possible Cause:
Weak batteries.
Solution:
Install new alkaline batteries.
Possible Cause:
Time and/or day set incorrectly.
Solution:
Re-enter time and day.
Problem:
Watering schedule did not run.
Possible Cause:
Cycle programming is incomplete.
Solution:
Re-program the unit.
Possible Cause:
Time and/or day set incorrectly.
Solution:
Re-enter time and day.
Problem:
Battery is low after a very short time.
Possible Cause:
Non-alkaline or weak battery was used.
Solution:
Install new alkaline batteries.
Possible Cause:
Valve jammed.
Solution:
Check valve for blockage.
Problem:
Low water pressure.
Possible Cause:
Clogged filter.
Solution:
Clean filters on timer and watering device.
Possible Cause:
Faucet is only partly open.
Solution:
Open faucet fully.
Possible Cause:
Hose is pinched or damaged.
Solution:
Check hose.
Possible Cause:
Water being delivered to too many devices.
Solution:
Limit number of devices in use at same time.