If the LED on the decoder is not blinking green, ensure the station is active, checkthe two-wire path and wire connections, and repeatsteps 1 & 2. 1:24:23 The Half Method. G'Day sprinklerkid_australia --- Your Armada Tech clamp meter is trying to read milliamps at 35 VAC and 1.2 Hertz. Some of us employ self-healing transformer technology which may use a poly-switch or other resettable device. First, I invite you to call Tech Service at 800-733-2823 to help get this resolved. http://www.hunterindustries.com/sites/default/files/ACC_Flash_Update_Instructions.pdf, http://www.hunterindustries.com/sites/default/files/DG_DecoderDesignGuide_dom.pdf, http://www.turf-digital.com/Jul2011/South#&pageSet=12&page=0. Hi tlawn86 - I work for Hunter and don't jump in here often, so I hope this is okay. <>/Font<>/ProcSet[/PDF/Text/ImageB/ImageC/ImageI] >>/MediaBox[ 0 0 612 792] /Contents 4 0 R/Group<>/Tabs/S/StructParents 0>> Woo-Hoo! It helps us both when you are in front of the controller when we speak. 1:09:06 System Troubleshooting. One of my location have a hunter acc 2 wire. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. here what ive done first i went threw with my wire locater to check for broken wires and located all the valves. Know most of the Hunter guys in San Marcos. Any current-limiting circuitry would serve as transformer protection as well as triac protection. Position the EZ-DT and EZ-1 decoder as shown in the display. A forum community dedicated to lawn care and landscaping professionals and enthusiasts. For a better experience, please enable JavaScript in your browser before proceeding. Sounds weird, but you need a 24 VAC transformer. Check controller power to two-wire path, or connect power leads to decoder. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission, which supports our community. ICD-HP will not communicate with decoder. Any luck using self-resetting polyfuses instead of conventional glass fuses? If the Err message is not present, the problem is with the valve or Repeat firmware update steps and allow to complete. The decoder may be damaged. Master Valve not on (station solenoid is on, but no water). Thanks for any help. WebHunter ACC Decoders. Overflow messages. Rod says that Hunter ICD decoders should draw 3.5 to 4ma. When 12 comes on there shouldn't be any measurable current on the same wire on the 11 valve. % The display may show Press the Mode (center) button on the DUAL48M control panel. also there are 22 stations. great post & replies.. very helpful stuff. :clapping: Hey Pops, you ever hear of speaker phone or earbuds? 19 yrs & counting. Basically the system doesn't work intermittently, where the control box indicated that it is watering normally but it in fact is not. 2. If Sounds weird, but you need a 24 VAC transformer. When troubleshooting is finished, press the soft key again to turn off the 60 Hz wire test mode. My Armada clamp meter shows 1.5ma on my ICD100 decoders. Sprinkus, nice job on providing the Decoder Troubleshooting Guide. This seems serious enough for the big kahuna to do a site visit. When stations are running (Active), the total current is updated to show the power used by the solenoids. Press the Station Finder soft key, and select the station number to locate. nothing works. I hate to disappoint 1idejim, but no Speedos were used or harmed during this operation. The clamp-meter will give accurate readings. Operating large numbers The Decoder Design Guide isn't super great for troubleshooting but it does help clarify things graphically: reps and sponsors could learn a lot from your posts, once a product has been introduced quit selling and help when help is needed. Copyright 2023 Hunter Industries. WebOpen the controller inner door to see additional diagnostic information on the DUAL48M display. Select. i also replace every connections with the 2 wires running to all the decoders. When the Start button is pressed, the controller will chatter the solenoid for up to 30 minutes. Woo-Hoo! Of course, the primary design concern for controllers is probably going to be to have triacs that can handle the entire output of the supply transformer up to its internal fuse opening point. 1.5 Amp, fused, with alligator clips, with the primary wired to a pigtail. To read decoder information: Manually activate the desired station to energize the two-wire path. endobj I should have mentioned my own research about polyswitches was not about their being primary protection in this application, but for use in another aspect of valve operation by remote controllers. Thanks for your patience. and the error code i get is "overcurrent" or "no comm" Does any one have any ideas. All rights reserved. HCC Manual Operation. First, I invite you to call Tech Service at 800-733-2823 to help get this resolved. WebDetect faults and perform electrical troubleshooting in the field without uninstalling decoders Quickly read decoder status, station address, current draw, and two-wire voltage to simplify maintenance Program decoder station address via wired connection to speed up installation and save time on-site The * is letting the user know that the ICD-HP is in process of communicating with the decoder. The ICD-HP will check for a decoder. and the error code i get is "overcurrent" or "no comm" Does any one have any ideas. Decoder will not respond after firmware update. EZ-DT is Hunters new Easy Decoder Diagnostic Tool that makes troubleshooting the EZ-DS system even easier. I previously distributed Hunter here in Aus and they are a brilliant company. In a diagnostics situation be aware their will be measurable current where their will none in a traditionally open circuit. 1.5 Amp, fused, with alligator clips, Read the resistance of the wire pair that connects the two decoders together. The readings should be between 0-60 depending on distance between decoders (see decoder wire resistance chart). If connection/wiring breaks are not visible, then use a cable tracer to track the wire issue. Sorry. I have better luck using a 24 VAC signal. The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Make sure you have a clampmeter and notebook in your hands, I can't tell you how portant they both are. Reduce timer or turn off backlight display. Y1-XBL)~\d1on4a*NkHIcOB\pMEw4pl>=U`S&bSh 9umf,[$ctNKXle5I<5~8[y!ofCO]myN 'T,]>V 7T% Check Programming Cup connection to decoder and ICD-HP. Thank you very much, I will be calling Hunter Support tomorrow. Sorry tlawn86 - The 2-day decoder class is currently held in San Marcos, CA. To read decoder information: Two beeps will sound, and decoder information will be displayed. HunterTekGeek 1. stream 1:27:03 I will check on it. That Jim Guy said: Rather than seeing 10.5-12.0 ma you should be getting about 4.5 at the 3rd decoder. Rod your a big help.. when i called hunter support last thursday the rep i talked to was just reading a book and didnt know a clue what i was talking about almost. If the voltage did not change, verify that Example of using glass fuse holders on ADM. Any luck using self-resetting polyfuses instead of conventional glass fuses? I have a great video by an engineer named Barry Brents he explains when to use poly switching and when you might not want to. EZ-DT: Decoder Programming You VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. nothing works. 3 0 obj Check flow sensor setup. Ex distributor and a big fan of Hunter 2 wire. Check two-wire path and controller power. endobj <> Most manufacturers use a diagnostic circuit breaker on the triac/output side of things. 4 0 obj A technician can then listen for the underground noise to locate the selected solenoid. endobj The Fora platform includes forum software by XenForo. Troubleshooting Decoder-Based Irrigation Systems Regency Wire & Cable 3.86K subscribers Subscribe 230 Share 40K views 5 years ago Learn how to http://blog.circuitprotection.com/bwitch-device-and-when-to-use-a-fuse-te-talks/, http://blog.circuitprotection.com/bwitch-device-and-when-to-use-a-fuse-TE-talks/, http://www.underhillonline.net/Faulting_Transformer_p/transfrmr-240.htm, http://www.hunterindustries.com/sites/default/files/ACC_Flash_Update_Instructions.pdf. It's easy enough to spec triacs in a controller that will operate on the safe side of a glass fuse curve. All diagnostic functions are completed via wireless communication between the EZ-DT and EZ-1 decoders. <>>> All diagnostic functions are completed via wireless communication between the EZ-DT and EZ-1 decoders. Only looked it up a few days ago, and found the LTC1153 as a top result. Wont read flow. A failed decoder may read 500-600 mA over that decoders lead wires. Is that true? @lP-s 67#R }*]xg6Q+DTp J'rY{y The Diagnostics screen displays an overview of the electrical status of each installed output module, plus additional functions. Greenhouse, Nursery, and Open-Field Irrigation. If you are going to maintain 2-wire systems, you want to have a clamp-around "leakage meter" that can read the milliamp currents drawn by the decoders. 1:01:06 Tools for Troubleshooting. My Armada clamp meter shows 1.5ma on my ICD100 decoders. Hunter have been exceptional with their service over the years. The station finder will chatter a selected station to help locate a solenoid in the field by listening. So here's the recap guys: Success! Do not leave ClikTM Output Tester or Flow Output. %PDF-1.5 Greenhouse, Nursery, and Open-Field Irrigation, EZ-1 Decoder Diagnostics and Troubleshooting. i also replace every connections with the 2 wires running to all the decoders. A forum community dedicated to lawn care and landscaping professionals and enthusiasts. i also replace every connections with the 2 wires running to all the decoders. Display backlight will reduce battery life. Make sure power is on to controller. It helps us both when you are in front of the controller when we speak. Sometimes it works perfectly fine. can we get the Federal Express guy to teach a half-day class? Decoder is powered from ICD-HP power leads. WebPress the Station Finder soft key, and select the station number to locate. VerticalScope Inc., 111 Peter Street, Suite 600, Toronto, Ontario, M5V 2H1, Canada. A failed decoder may read 500-600 mA over that decoders lead wires. If there is no problem with the decoder lead wires, then split the connections for the 2-wire path. Trace and mark the 2-wire path using a 501 or 521 if necessary. Connect the Pulser to the 2-wire path that is isolated from the controller. Check battery display or Check Power Supply Board status light. Rod says that Hunter ICD decoders should draw 3.5 to 4ma. I love the product. O.k, you're holding the phone in one hand and the notebook in the other..how do you write? Check battery display or retry with USB power if available. WebWith the clamp meter check the lead wire of the decoder to make sure the cause is not a failed decoder.
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