How do I reset my Orbit hose timer?

Push the reset button located between the dial and the manual button. This will reset the entire timer and should refresh the display.

Why is my Orbit sprinkler not working?

Test the outlet that the Orbit is plugged into if the device will not turn on. If the outlet still works, check the power cable to make sure it is not frayed or worn through. Check the connection to the docking port to ensure the timer is plugged in properly.

Can you run a sprinkler system off a hose bib?

By connecting a “Y” shaped hose connector to your hose bib, also called a faucet, you’ll also be able to use the bib for hooking up a sprinkler for the kids without disturbing your sprinkler system.

Why isn’t my orbit sprinkler timer working?

Check the connection to the docking port to ensure the timer is plugged in properly. Try removing the timer and reinserting it into the docking port, pushing down until you hear a click. If you are still not getting power, the timer may be defective.

Why does my sprinkler timer not work?

If your sprinklers are not activating correctly, your wiring between the timer and valves may be broken or disconnected. Remove the protective cover from your timer and valve box to visually inspect the wiring connections. Each valve usually has two wires: one ground connection and one powered line.

Why is my Orbit Sprinkler not working?

What time of day is best to water lawn?

the morning
Watering in the morning (before 10 a.m.) is the best time for your lawn; it’s cooler and winds tend to be calmer so water can soak into the soil and be absorbed by the grass roots before it can evaporate.

Why is my sprinkler system not working?

If your sprinkler system is not getting water, a number of things could be the culprit: The backflow may be off. If the handle on your backflow valve gets inadvertently shut off, it restricts any water from flowing past the backflow and to the sprinkler system valves. Your rain sensor might be faulty.