Description
Rain Bird Wireless Rain-Freeze Combo Sensor-WR2-RFC
The Rain Bird Wireless Rain-Freeze Combo Sensor-WR2-RFC is the “must have” component for irrigation systems. Rain Bird designed the new WR2 wireless sensor to exceed the standard. With revolutionary features, this sensor saves time, improves system performance and enhances your reputation as a water management expert.
Reliable signal transmission and other innovations deliver superior responsiveness to rainfall and cold temperatures, while user-friendly features cut installation and programming time in half. Choose your own rainfall set points and save up to 35% on water usage while promoting lush, beautiful landscapes.
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Features
• Antennas concealed within the units for greater visual appeal and product robustness
• Convenient adjustment and monitoring of rain of freeze sitting at the controller interface
• Easy to install, self-leveling sensor bracket mounts to flat surfaces or rain gutters
• Pair one sensor with multiple controllers
– Installation time and product cost savings on commercial properties
– Customized rain fall and temperature set points for each irrigation controller
• Programming logic can suspend irrigation using
– Accumulated rainfall
– Programming option: suspend irrigation for 72 hours
– the “Quick Shut Off” feature
• Signal strength is displayed on the wall unit and sensor
• Simple battery replacement requiring no tools or need to disassemble sensor
• Wireless Rain/Freeze Sensor will suspend irrigation when the system reaches a programed low temperature set point
Signal
• Communicates every 45 seconds to e4nsure reliability
• Communicates out to a range of 700 feet from the wall unit
• Sensor signal strength indicator enables one person set up, reducing installation time
Specifications
Electrical
• 6 KV surge / lighting protection
• Application: suitable for use with 24 VAC controllers (with or without pump start / master valve)
• Battery life: four or more years under normal operating conditions
• Controller Interface Wire: 30” (76 cm) length of #22 gauge (0.64 mm) UV resistant extension wire
• Electrical rating suitable for use with up to six 24VAC 7VA solenoids plus an additional master valve or pump start that does not exceed 53VA
• FCC approved spread spectrum 2 way radio transceivers with FCC Class B approvals
• Signal transmission distance of 700’ Line of Sight
• UL, cUL, CE, C-Tick, and WEEE certifications
Mechanical
• Adjustable rainfall settings from 1/8” – 1/2” (3 – 13 mm)
• Adjustable low temperature settings from 33°F – 41°F (0.5° – 5°C)
• High-grade, UV resistant polymer units resist harmful environmental effects
• “Quick Shut Off” suspends active irrigation cycle within approximately two minutes
• Three irrigation modes to select: Programmed, Suspend Irrigation for 72 hours, Override sensor for 72 hours
