How do I adjust the timer or controller?

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Adjusting your sprinkler timer or controller depends on the brand and type (manual, digital, or smart Wi-Fi), but the basics are pretty similar across most models. Here’s a step-by-step to get you dialed in:

How to Adjust a Sprinkler Timer/Controller (Basic Digital Models)

  1. Know the Key Settings:
    Start Time = When watering begins

Run Time = How long each zone waters

Watering Days = Which days of the week it waters

Zones/Stations = Different areas of your yard

  1. Steps to Program (Example Flow):
    ? Step 1: Turn Dial to “Current Time/Day”
    Set the actual time and day of the week

Step 2: Set Start Time
Turn dial to “Start Time”

Choose when you want the first zone to start watering (e.g., 5:00 AM)

Some controllers let you set multiple start times — handy for cycle-soak on slopes or clay soil.

Step 3: Set Run Time (per Zone)
Turn to “Run Time”

Select each zone and set how long it should run (e.g., Zone 1 = 15 mins)

Step 4: Set Watering Days
Choose which days of the week it should run (e.g., Mon/Wed/Fri)

  1. Turn It Back to “Auto” or “Run” Mode
    This activates the schedule and puts the controller back in regular operation.