Meet Orbit Easy Dial 6-Station, a straightforward indoor irrigation controller designed to simplify watering for homes with up to six zones. This 24 VAC system relies on physical dials and buttons instead of apps, offering a tactile, reliable way to manage schedules. The included 300 mA transformer powers one valve solenoid at a time, making it ideal for indoor placement in a dry, protected location. Two independent programs A and B let you tailor watering for different zonesor instance turf versus garden bedsnd without crowding your wiring. Each program offers four possible start times, enabling cycle-and-soak patterns that help water infiltrate the soil more evenly and reduce runoff. The controller automatically stacks runtimes when schedules overlap, so you aren t juggling multiple valves at once, keeping operations simple. The Budget dial, adjustable from 10 to 200 percent, lets you scale all runtimes proportionally without reprogramming every station. In daily use, you can quickly run a zone or all zones for testing, thanks to Manual mode. Rain Delay helps you skip watering after rainfall, and you can supplement with an optional rain and freeze sensor for extra protection. For outdoor installations, place the unit inside an Orbit 57095 outdoor weatherproof cabinet with GFCI protection; the controller is designed for indoor dry locations but can Live inside protective housing for outdoors. Easy installation and broad compatibility Mount the controller on an indoor wall near a power outlet. Connect the common wire to the C terminal and each zone wire to stations 1 through 6. The screw terminals hold 18-gauge irrigation wire securely. It works with 24 VAC valves from major brands such as Hunter, Rain Bird, and Toro. If the display shows No AC, verify the transformer is plugged in fully. Key benefits at a glance Controls up to 6 zones for 24 VAC sprinkler and drip systems; 300 mA transformer powers one valve at a time Indoor installation suited for dry, covered spaces; outdoor use with Orbit cabinet and protection Dual programs A and B with four start times each for cycle-and-soak watering Automatic zone stacking ensures only one valve runs at a time Budget dial scales all runtimes 1000% without reprogramming each station Manual run mode for testing; Rain Delay for seasonal adjustments; sensor compatibility via relay Broad compatibility with 24 VAC valves from Hunter, Rain Bird, Toro Setup essentials Indoor mounting near a power outlet Connect common wire to C and zone wires to stations 1 Use 18-gauge irrigation wire with secure screw terminals Ensure 24 VAC valves compatibility with major brands FAQ Q: What is the Orbit Easy Dial 6-Station Controller best suited for? A: A straightforward indoor controller for up to six zones with dual programs and cycle-and-soak timing. Q: Can this unit be used outdoors? A: It is designed for indoor use, but can be placed inside an Orbit outdoor cabinet with weather protection.
