DIG 400A-MVA Valve Mounted Battery-Operated Controller with pre-installed 3/4'' Manual Valve Adapter (1'' connection also included but seat washer must be removed and replaced) The 400A-MVA Controller employs the latest irrigation programming features to allow for complete control of any irrigation system. It is a single-station battery operated controller with a factory pre-assembled actuator to convert a 3/4'' Champion or Orbit manual brass anti-siphon valve. It also includes a 1'' adapter and seat washer to fit 1'' Champion or Orbit manual brass valves, 3/4'' and 1'' Rain Bird manual plastic valves, or 3/4'' and 1'' Orbit plastic valves. The controller has a rain sensor connection and is powered by two AA batteries that can last up to three years, using name brand alkaline batteries. The controller is enclosed in a compact, waterproof housing to protect it from the elements. Features & Benefits 400A Battery Operated controller with pre-installed 3/4'' manual valve adapter (1'' connection also included but seat washer must be removed and replaced) Powered by two AA alkaline batteries with a safe period of 60 seconds to replace without losing the program Watering flexibility with a selection of watering frequencies and four start times Seven buttons with integrated high resolution screen Easy-to-read LCD display with AM/PM clock and icon-based intuitive programming for easy navigation Blinking notification on days the controller is active Programming time options in AM/PM or 24 hour After programming, the controller display indicates if irrigation is set to water for the day and if any of the additional programming features are active Non-volatile memory retains program and controller integrity (excluding time) Emergency backup program of 5 minutes every 24 hours if no program is selected after battery installation starting at 8:AM Manual irrigation cycle can be performed via the controller’s manual program button or via the solenoid One button for Program Off until reactivated or as an irrigation suspension override (rain mode) After 15 minutes the controller screen is turned off automatically to conserve energy Low battery indicator Semi-automatic, automatic or manual operation Retractable cord for easy removal of the controller Efficient heavy-duty inline globe valve with high flow and low pressure loss Rugged, reinforced self-cleaning diaphragm provides reliable operation even with contaminated water Internal bleed via the solenoid for system checkup and testing Latching solenoid with encapsulated plunger and spring for reliable operation Wire ready for a rain sensor Completely waterproof (IP68) – can operate in harsh environments Environmentally friendly – utilizes RoHS compliant components Battery life up to three years Three-year warranty Controller Specs Type: DC Body: IP68 Program mode: seven keypad buttons with integrated liquid crystal display Temperature range: 38°F to +130°F (3°C to +54°C) Power source: two AA alkaline batteries (not included) Latching Solenoid: 7-12 VDC, two-way, normally closed Completely waterproof (IP68 certified) - can operate in harsh environments Solenoid control orifice: .065 (1.65 mm) Encapsulated solenoid thread: 11/16"-12 UN male thread Retractable solenoid wire: 8.1" (coiled length when extended, approximately 36" Sensor connection: normally closed 6" (15 cm) yellow wire (16 AWG) Housing: high-impact plastic Solenoid housing: glass reinforced nylon Plunger & spacer: 430F stainless steel Plunger rubber cap: EPDM O-ring: Buna-N RoHS compliant Actuator Specs Valve type: 3/4" or 1'' Manual Valve Actuator Assembled with 3/4” adapter with seat-washer; also includes a 1” adapter with washer in the package Operating Pressure: 20 to 80 PSI Programming Options Watering duration: 1 minute up to 5 hours and 59 minutes set in 1-minute increments Watering frequency: weekly or cyclical schedule with odd days, even days, or intervals from one to thirty (1- 30) days utilizing 365 day yearly calendar with leap year. Up to four start times per day in weekly or cyclical schedule provides added flexibility for any type of watering application including sandy or clay soil. Rain Off/Delay option with automatic restart up to 99 days Program Off option holds program until reactivated Manual On/Off button with semi-automatic feature utilizing the program runtime and shows the time left to run with quick override Manuals & Literature Owner's Manual Cut Sheets