johgee HCT-379 4-Output Digital Irrigation Computer User Manual

1. Selelekela

This manual provides detailed instructions for the installation, programming, and operation of your johgee HCT-379 4-Output Digital Irrigation Computer. This device is designed to automate watering for various applications, including gardens, lawns, and greenhouses, offering flexible and independent control over four separate watering zones.

Image: The johgee HCT-379 irrigation computer highlighting its key features.

2. Boitsebiso ba Tšireletseho

• Ensure the device is installed securely to prevent accidental detachment.
• Do not submerge the device in water. While it is IPX5 waterproof, prolonged submersion can cause damage.
• Use only 1.5V AA alkaline batteries. Do not mix old and new batteries or different battery types.
• Keep the device out of reach of children and pets to prevent unintended operation.
• Disconnect the device from the faucet and store it indoors during freezing temperatures to prevent damage.

3. Likahare tsa Sephutheloana

Netefatsa hore lintho tsohle li teng ka har'a sephutheloana:

• johgee HCT-379 4-Output Digital Irrigation Computer
• Bukana ea Mosebelisi
• Standard faucet connector (typically 3/4 inch)
• Additional adapters/seals (if included)

4. Sehlahisoa Overview

The johgee HCT-379 features a large LCD display and intuitive controls for easy programming. It includes four independently controlled outlets for versatile watering.

Setšoantšo: Pele view of the irrigation computer with display labels.

Likarolo tsa Bohlokoa:

• Pontšo ea LCD: Shows current time, program settings, and status.
• Likonopo tsa ho Laola: For navigation, setting values, and mode selection (NOW, ABCD, ESC/OFF, OK, +, -, DELAY).
• Faucet Connector: Top inlet for connecting to a standard outdoor faucet.
• Four Independent Outlets (A, B, C, D): Bottom outlets for connecting hoses to different watering zones.
• Kamore ea Battery: Located at the back, secured with a sealed cover.

5. Seta

5.1. Ho kenya Battery

1. Fumana sebaka sa betri ka morao ho sesebelisoa.
2. Open the sealed battery cover.
3. Insert two (2) new 1.5V AA alkaline batteries, ensuring correct polarity (+/-).
4. Securely close the battery cover to maintain the IPX5 waterproof rating.

Image: Steps for battery insertion and device installation.

5.2. Connecting to the Faucet

1. Ensure your outdoor faucet is turned off.
2. Thread the top connector of the irrigation computer onto your faucet. Hand-tighten until secure. Do not overtighten.
3. Turn on your faucet fully to ensure adequate water pressure to the timer.

5.3. Connecting Hoses to Outlets

1. Attach your garden hoses or irrigation lines to the four independent outlets (A, B, C, D) at the bottom of the device.
2. Netefatsa hore likhokahano tsohle li tiile ho thibela ho lutla.

6. Litaelo tsa Ts'ebetso

6.1. Ho utloisisa Pontšo

The LCD display provides all necessary information for programming and monitoring. Familiarize yourself with the indicators:

• HONA JOALE: Nako ea joale.
• ABCD: Indicates which output zone(s) are currently selected or being programmed.
• NAKO YA HO QALA: The programmed time for watering to begin.
• BOLELELE BO BOKAE: The duration of watering for a selected zone (1 second to 360 minutes).
• KHAFETSA HA KAE: The frequency of watering (1 hour to 23 hours, or 1 day to 15 days).
• NEXT START: Time remaining until the next scheduled watering cycle.
• Lesupa la Betri: E bonts'a bophelo ba betri bo setseng.
• Letšoao la Senotlolo sa Ngoana: Indicates if the child lock is active.
• Rain Delay Icon: Indicates if rain delay is active.

6.2. Ho Beha Nako ea Hona Joale

1. Tobetsa ea HONA JOALE button. The current time will flash.
2. Sebelisa le + le - likonopo ho fetola hora.
3. Tobetsa OK to confirm the hour and move to minutes.
4. Sebelisa le + le - likonopo ho lokisa metsotso.
5. Tobetsa OK to save the current time.

6.3. Programming Watering Schedules (Zones A, B, C, D)

Each of the four outlets can be programmed independently.

1. Tobetsa ea ABCD button to select the zone you wish to program (A, B, C, or D). The selected zone will flash.
2. Tobetsa OK to enter programming mode for that zone.
3. Beha Nako ea ho Qala: The 'START TIME' will flash. Use + le - to adjust the hour, then OK to confirm and move to minutes. Adjust minutes and press OK.
4. Set Watering Duration ('HOW LONG'): The 'HOW LONG' value will flash. Use + le - to set the watering duration from 1 second to 360 minutes. Press OK.
5. Set Watering Frequency ('HOW OFTEN'): The 'HOW OFTEN' value will flash. Use + le - to set the frequency from 1 hour to 23 hours, or 1 day to 15 days. Press OK to save the program for the selected zone.
6. Repeat steps 1-5 for each zone (A, B, C, D) you wish to program.

Image: Programming options for watering duration and frequency across multiple zones.

6.4. Manual Watering Mode

This mode allows immediate watering without affecting your programmed schedules.

1. Tobetsa ea water faucet icon button (usually labeled with a faucet symbol).
2. Sebelisa le ABCD button to select the desired output zone(s) for manual watering.
3. Sebelisa le + le - buttons to set the manual watering duration.
4. Tobetsa OK to start manual watering. The selected zone(s) will begin watering for the set duration.
5. To stop manual watering prematurely, press the water faucet icon button hape kapa ESC/OFF.

Image: Activating manual watering mode.

6.5. Rain Delay Mode

The device does not have an automatic rain sensor. Rain delay must be activated manually to pause scheduled watering during rainfall.

1. Tobetsa o hatelle TIISETSO konopo bakeng sa 3 metsotsoana.
2. Sebelisa le + le - buttons to select the desired delay duration (e.g., 24 hours, 48 hours, 72 hours).
3. Tobetsa OK to confirm. The rain delay icon will appear on the display, and all programmed watering cycles will be paused for the selected duration.
4. To cancel rain delay, press and hold the TIISETSO button again for 3 seconds, then set the delay to '0' or press ESC/OFF.

Image: Rain delay mode activated on the irrigation computer.

6.6. Mosebetsi oa Lock ea Ngoana

To prevent accidental changes to your settings, activate the child lock.

1. Tobetsa o hatelle lock icon button for 3 seconds. The lock icon will appear on the display.
2. Ho notlolla, tobetsa o hatelle lock icon button again for 3 seconds. The lock icon will disappear.

6.7. Manual Valve Operation (Video Demonstration)

This video demonstrates how to manually open and close the valves on the irrigation computer.

Video: Demonstration of manually opening and closing the valves on the johgee HCT-379 irrigation computer. This shows how to test water flow through each output.

7. Tlhokomelo

7.1. Ho hloekisa

• Hlakola bokantle ba sesebelisoa ka bonolo, damp lesela. Se ke oa sebelisa li-abrasive cleaners kapa solvents.
• Periodically check the filter screen in the faucet connector for debris and clean if necessary to maintain optimal water flow.

7.2. Polokelo ea Mariha

• Before the first frost, disconnect the irrigation computer from the faucet and hoses.
• Remove the batteries to prevent corrosion.
• Store the device in a dry, frost-free location indoors.

8. Ho rarolla mathata

9. Litlhaloso

• Mohlala: HCT-379
• Lebitso: johgee
• Nomoro ea Liphetho: 4 (independently controlled)
• Nako ea ho Nosetsa: Motsotsoana o le 1 ho isa ho metsotso e 360
• Khafetsa ea ho Nosetsa: 1 hour to 15 days
• Mohloli oa Matla: 2 x 1.5V AA Alkaline Batteries (not included)
• Lintlha tse sa keneleng metsi: IPX5
• Boitsebiso: Reinforced Nylon Fiber
• Boholo ba Sehlahisoa: 14.2 x 16.4 x 7.4 cm,
• Boima ba 'mele: 890 dikgerama

10. Tiisetso le Tšehetso

For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the contact details provided with your purchase or visit the official johgee websebaka. Boloka rasiti ea hau ea theko e le bopaki ba hore u rekile.