GARDENA 1867 Water Control Bluetooth Instruction Manual

1867 Water Control Bluetooth

GARDENA Water Control Master

Translation of the original instructions.
For safety reasons, children and young
people under 16 as well as anyone who is
not familiar with these operating instructions
should not use the product. Persons with
reduced physical or mental abilities may use the
product only if they are supervised or instructed by
a responsible person. Children must be supervised
to ensure that they do not play with the product.
Never operate the product when you are tired, ill or
under the influence of alcohol, drugs or medicine.

Intended use:
The GARDENA Water Control is intended for private
use in domestic and hobby gardens, exclusively
for outdoor use, to control sprinklers and watering
systems. The Water Control can be used for automatic
watering during holidays.

DANGER! The GARDENA Water Control must
not be used for industrial purposes or in
conjunction with chemicals, foodstuffs, easily
flammable and explosive materials.

1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Important!
Read the operator’s manual carefully before use
and keep for future reference.

Battery:
To ensure the Water Control runs safely,
only a 9V alkaline manganese battery
(alkaline) type IEC 6LR61 must be used!
In order to stop the Water Control from failing
because of a weak battery if you are away for
a long time, the battery must be replaced when
the battery symbol flashes.

Setting up:
The Water Control may only be set up vertically
with the sleeve nut to the top to prevent water
penetrating into the battery compartment.
The minimum water output to ensure that the
Water Control functions correctly is 20 – 30 l/h.
For example, at least 10 x 2-litre Drip Heads are
required to control the Micro-Drip-System.

At high temperatures (over 70 °C at the display)
the LCD display may extinguish. This does not
affect the program in any way. When the computer
cools down the LCD display illuminates
again.

The max. temperature for the water flow is
40 °C.

Avoid tensile strain.
v Do not pull the hose connected to the
Water Control.

CAUTION!
If the control section is removed when the valve
is open, the valve remains open until the control
section is reattached.

DANGER! Cardiac arrest!
This product makes an electromagnetic field
while it operates. This field may under some
conditions interfere with active or passive medical
implants. To decrease the risk of conditions
that can possibly injure or kill, we recommend
persons with medical implants to speak with
their physician and the medical implant manufacturer
before you operate the product.

DANGER! Risk of suffocation!
Small parts can be easily swallowed. There is
also a risk that the polybag can suffocate toddlers.
v Keep toddlers away when you assemble the
product.

2. INITIAL OPERATION v (Fig. A – D)

A video of
the setting
processes
is available
here:

3. FUNCTION v (Fig. F)

The Master Water Control offers two options
for watering your garden automatically on
a timer:
• Water 1 area of a garden with a water line
e. g. using a sprinkler, the GARDENA Micro-Drip-
System or the GARDENA Sprinklersystem
– or –
• Operate 2 ‒ 6 water lines one after another
using the GARDENA Automatic Water
Distributor,
Art. 1197, see Fig. O (optionally
available). Each line can be activated up to
once a day.
You can change the settings or move to the next
setting by turning the knob. You can confirm the
respective input by pressing the rotary knob.
Pressing
the knob for longer than 3 seconds locks
or unlocks the display. If no more changes are
made to the settings, the LCD display switches off
after 5 minutes to save energy. To reactivate the
display, actuate the rotary knob. The default display
appears.

4. SETTINGS v (Fig. G – Q)

Initial settings v (Fig. G):
1 Set language | 2 Set weekday | 3 Set time (hrs, min.) |
4 Ready for schedule

Active (manual) watering v (Fig. I):
1 Manual watering
Setting schedules v (Fig. H):
1 Set schedule | 2 Schedule 1
Configure and save up to 6 different watering
schedules by setting the start time, duration and
weekdays for each one. Schedules can be activated
or deactivated by pressing on / off (see fig. H).
Default display v (Fig. J):
1 Idle screen | 2 Programs
Seasonal watering duration v (Fig. K):
1 Menu: Seasonal Run Time | 2 Regular Run Time |
3 Reduce Watering
You can reduce the durations set for all schedules
at once in 10% increments, from 100% down
to 10%. This saves you having to change each
of the 6 schedules individually.
Tip: Less watering is required in the spring and
autumn than in the height of summer. Simply set
the maximum watering duration for high summer
as the default. Then reduce the watering duration
for all schedules at once in convenient 10 % increments
when there is less need for watering.
Note: When you change the percentage, the duration
is adjusted within the schedules and the
“cloud” symbol appears. If the duration is not
altered (= 100 %), the “sun” symbol is displayed.
Rain pause v (Fig. L):
1 Menu: Rain pause | 2 Pause / 3 days
Pauses all watering operations without changing
the set schedules. You can select any number of
days between 1 and 9. At the end of the pause,
all schedules are reactivated.
Deleting a schedule v (Fig. M):
1 Menu: Delete schedule | 2 Delete schedule 1
Soil Moisture Sensor v (Fig. D and N):
1 Menu: Soil Moisture Sensor
Once the soil is sufficiently moist, a watering
operation as per schedule will not be carried out.
This does not affect active (manual) watering.
Soil Moisture Sensor, Art. 1867
(optionally available)
1 Connect soil moisture sensor
Once a soil moisture sensor has been
connected,
the next step is to specify the future
switching point in the “Soil moisture sensor” menu.
This is the soil moisture level at or above which
watering is not to be carried out (see GARDENA
Soil Moisture Sensor Operating Instructions).
There are 5 levels to choose from.
– During normal operation, the currently measured
level is displayed constantly.
– The switching point as of which the sensor signals
that the soil is moist – thereby preventing
watering – is selected via the number of levels.

– 0 dots for loamy soil
v Sensor response when soil is quite dry.
– 5 dots for sandy soil
v Sensor response when soil is very moist.
Soil Moisture Sensor, Art. 1188
(optionally available, Models up to 2020)
v (Fig. D and N):
1 Connect soil moisture sensor
After a soil moisture sensor is connected, the
“
sensor activated / deactivated” display will appear –
this can take up to 1 minute. Select an option to
activate/deactivate the sensor response. Use the
switching point controller on the soil moisture sensor
to set the level of soil moisture that must be
achieved before the sensor responds (see Operator’s
Manual for GARDENA Soil moisture sensor).
GARDENA Automatic Water Distributor,
Art. 1197 (optionally available)
v (Fig. O): 1 Menu: Water Distributor automatic
This menu allows you to control up to
6 water lines with the Automatic Water Distributor.
This includes a necessary minimum pause of
5 minutes between the outlets and a minimum
watering duration of 30 seconds (display: 1 min).
This time ensures reliable switch-over to the next
outlet and makes sure that the schedules and
outlets
are correctly linked (for details of the commissioning
process, see the Operating Instructions
for the Water Distributor).
2 Select amount of active water lines
You can select any number between 2 and 6.
Seal any outlets on the Water Distributor that you
do not need with end caps and move the setting
lever to the “OFF” position.
3 Create schedules 1 ‒ 6
When prompted to do so, enter watering schedules
L1 – L6 on the display. For this, use the standard
method for entering schedules based on the start
time, duration and frequency.
Note: Schedules are not allowed to overlap. If you
enter a schedule that overlaps with the next one,
the start time of the next watering operation will
be postponed and a pause of 5 minutes will be
inserted between the operations. Changes to the
schedules can be made in the “Water Distributor”
menu.
• Start times: Define the start times for the water
lines in chronological order. This makes it easier to
calculate and suggest the next possible start time.
• Duration: The total watering duration for all outlets
– including the necessary pauses – must not
exceed 24 hours.
• Frequency: Different weekdays can be selected.
Note: To ensure correct switch-over and correct
linking of the schedules and outlets, any outlets
that are not scheduled to operate on a particular
day will still be activated for a period of 30 seconds
on the day concerned.

• Reduction in the number of outlets: If the number
of outlets is reduced, the superfluous channels
will be deleted. For example, if the number of
outlets
is reduced from 5 to 3, the settings for
no. 4 and no. 5 will be deleted.
The “Delete schedules”
menu is not active.
• Manual watering and rain pause:
To activate a watering operation manually, press
. Please note that a minimum duration of
30 seconds and a pause of at least 5 minutes
must be observed. It is important to ensure that
the water distributor outlets and the water control
schedules are correctly linked. If this is not the
case, the correct water distributor outlet will need
to be set on the device.
4 Sensor per line (optional)
• If a soil moisture sensor is connected, you have
the option of activating / deactivating it for each
individual outlet. If the sensor is deactivated for
a particular schedule, watering will always take
place based on the schedule.
If the sensor signals that the level of moisture
is sufficient, any pending watering operation
will be reduced to a duration of 30 seconds
(display: 1 min).
5 Schedule L1
Time v (Fig. P):
1 Menu: Time, day | 2 Set time, day
Language v (Fig. Q):
1 Menu: Language preference | 2 Select language

5. MAINTENANCE v (Fig. E)
6. STORAGE

To put into storage:

• The product must be stored away from
  children.

• To preserve the battery, it should be removed
  (fig. B).

• Store the controller and the valve unit in a dry,
  enclosed and frost-free place.

7. TROUBLESHOOTING

Problem Possible Cause Remedy

No display appears Sleep mode is activated 5 minutes
after the last entry is made to save
energy.
– To reactivate the display, press
any function button.

No display appears Battery is inserted incorrectly. – Check the polarity markings
match (+ / –).
Battery is flat. – Insert a new (alkaline) battery.
Temperature on the display is higher
than 70 °C.
– Display appears after the temperature has dropped.

Manual watering is not possible using the button
Low battery is continuously displayed. – Insert a new (alkaline) battery.
Tap is turned off. – Turn the tap on.
Controller is not connected. v Mount the controller on housing.
Minimum pressure of 0.5 bar not
available.
– Ensure a pressure of at least
0.5 bar and run the program again.

Watering program is not being undertaken (no watering)

Program entry / modification during or
just before the start pulse.
– Make program entry / modification
outside the programmed start
times.
Valve was opened manually previously. – Avoid possible program overlaps.
Tap is turned off. v Turn the tap on.
Soil moisture or rain sensor registers
damp.
– If dry, check the setting / location
of the soil moisture / rain sensor.
Controller is not connected. – Mount the controller on housing.

Watering program is
not being undertaken
(no watering)
Low battery is continuously displayed. v Insert a new (alkaline) battery.
Minimum pressure of 0.5 bar not
available.
v Ensure a pressure of at least
0.5 bar.
Water Control does
not close
Minimum quantity of water drawn is
less than 20 l/h.
v Connect more drip heads.
Valve soiled. v Flush in the opposite direction to
the normal flow direction.

NOTE: For any other malfunctions please contact the GARDENA service department.
Repairs must only be done by GARDENA service departments or specialist dealers
approved by GARDENA.

8. TECHNICAL DATA

Water Control Value / Unit
Min. / max. operating
pressure 0.5 bar / 12 bar
Operating temperature
range 5 °C to 50 °C
Flow medium Clear fresh water
Max. liquid temperature 40 °C
Number of programcontrolled
watering cyclesper
day
6 individual start
times

Water Control Value / Unit
Number of programcontrolled
watering
cycles per week
42
Watering duration 6 x 1 min. ‒ 4 hrs
Battery required 1 x 9 V alkaline
manganese
Typ IEC 6LR61
Operating time of the
battery
approximately
1 year

Declaration of Conformity:
The complete text of the EC / UKCA declaration
of conformity is available at the following internet
address

9. ACCESSORIES / SPARE PARTS

GARDENA Soil Moisture Sensor Art. 1867
GARDENA Anti-theft device Art. 1815-00.791.00 from the GARDENA Service

10. WARRANTY / SERVICE

10.1 Product registration:

Please register your product at gardena.com/registration.
10.2 Service:
Please find the current contact information of our service on the back page and online:
• United Kingdom: https://www.gardena.com/uk/support/advice/contact/
• Australia: https://www.gardena.com/au/support/advice/contact/
• New Zealand: https://www.gardena.com/nz/support/advice/contact/
• South Africa: https://www.gardena.com/za/support/contact/

11. DISPOSAL

11.1 Disposal of the Irrigation Control:

(according to Directive 2012/19/EU / S.I. 2013 No. 3113)
The product must not be disposed of to
normal household waste. It must be disposed
of in line with local environmental
regulations.

IMPORTANT!
Dispose of the product through or via your
municipal recycling collection centre.

11.2 Disposal of the battery:
– Please return a flat battery to a GARDENA dealer
or dispose of it properly at your nearest recycling
centre.
Dispose of the battery only when discharged.

Canada / USA
GARDENA Canada Ltd.
125 Edgeware Road
Unit 15 A
Brampton L6Y 0P5
ON, Canada
Phone: (+1) 905 792 93 30
gardena.customerservice@
husqvarnagroup.com

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