Pumps, Relays, and Master Valves
How do I wire my Master Valve or Pump to my controller?
Last Updated: June 24, 2024Many systems will have a master valve or a pump that needs to be turned on to allow the water to get to your valves. You should have two wires coming off of this valve/relay. One wire will go to the terminal labeled Pump or P/MV, and the other wire will go into the common...
How do I wire my Pump Start Relay?
Last Updated: June 24, 2024Our relay is an “open circuit” electric switch that is used to connect high voltage (120/240 VAC) from a high voltage source to a pump or other high voltage circuit. The relay/switch is activated by connecting a 24 VAC source to the two blue wires on the relay coil. Most controllers do not provide sufficient...
How do you resolve a pump fault error
Last Updated: June 24, 2024A fault message appearing on your timer or phone typically means that your controller is detecting a short in the wire connected to the PUMP terminal. A quick test to determine whether the controller or the pump start relay is at fault is to disconnect the wire from the pump terminal on the Controller. To...
HRC 100 Pump and Master Valves
Last Updated: June 24, 2024This sprinkler controller allows a master valve or pump start relay to operate whenever a station is on. From the pump start relay (or master valve); connect one wire to the “Pump” terminal and the other wire to the “Common” terminal. Note: If you are activating a pump from this controller, you must purchase a...
Pump Faults
Last Updated: July 2, 2024A pump fault message appearing on your controller or B-hyve app typically means that your controller is detecting a short in the wire connected to the PUMP terminal. An easy test to do is removing the wire from the PUMP terminals in your controller. Then attempt to run a station or program manually. If the...
Pump Start Relay Installation
Last Updated: May 23, 2025Important: Read all of the instructions before installing the Pump Start Relay. Follow all local wiring codes and requirements. Have a qualified electrician install the relay if there are any questions about the requirements for proper installation. 1. Selecting a location Turn off the power at the main circuit breaker panel and attach an appropriate...