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johgee HCT-379

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

Modello: HCT-379

1. Introduzione

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.

johgee HCT-379 4-Output Digital Irrigation Computer with features like IPX5 waterproof, rain delay, regular watering, manual watering, LCD display, and child lock.

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

2. Informazioni sulla sicurezza

  • Assicurarsi che il dispositivo sia installato saldamente per evitare che si stacchi accidentalmente.
  • 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. Contenuto della confezione

Verificare che tutti gli articoli siano presenti nel pacco:

  • johgee HCT-379 4-Output Digital Irrigation Computer
  • Manuale d'uso
  • Standard faucet connector (typically 3/4 inch)
  • Additional adapters/seals (if included)

4. Prodotto finitoview

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

Dettagliato view of the johgee HCT-379 digital irrigation computer's LCD display, showing current time, irrigation start time, irrigation duration, irrigation frequency, and duration to next irrigation for four zones (A, B, C, D).

Immagine: Frontale view of the irrigation computer with display labels.

Componenti chiave:

  • Schermo LCD: Mostra l'ora corrente, le impostazioni del programma e lo stato.
  • Pulsanti di controllo: 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.
  • Vano batteria: Located at the back, secured with a sealed cover.

5. Impostazione

5.1. Installazione della batteria

  1. Individuare il vano batteria sul retro del dispositivo.
  2. Aprire il coperchio sigillato della batteria.
  3. Inserire due (2) batterie alcaline AA da 1.5 V nuove, assicurandosi della corretta polarità (+/-).
  4. Securely close the battery cover to maintain the IPX5 waterproof rating.
Three-panel image showing battery insertion, button interface for programming, and outdoor installation with water connection.

Image: Steps for battery insertion and device installation.

5.2. Collegamento al rubinetto

  1. Assicuratevi che il rubinetto esterno sia chiuso.
  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. Collegamento dei tubi alle prese

  1. Attach your garden hoses or irrigation lines to the four independent outlets (A, B, C, D) at the bottom of the device.
  2. Assicurarsi che tutti i collegamenti siano ben serrati per evitare perdite.

6. Istruzioni per l'uso

6.1. Comprensione del display

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

  • ORA: Ora corrente.
  • ABCD: Indicates which output zone(s) are currently selected or being programmed.
  • START TIME: The programmed time for watering to begin.
  • PER QUANTO: The duration of watering for a selected zone (1 second to 360 minutes).
  • QUANTO SPESSO: 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.
  • Indicatore della batteria: Mostra la durata residua della batteria.
  • Icona Blocco bambini: Indica se il blocco bambini è attivo.
  • Rain Delay Icon: Indicates if rain delay is active.

6.2. Impostazione dell'ora corrente

  1. Premere il tasto ORA button. The current time will flash.
  2. Utilizzare il + E - pulsanti per regolare l'ora.
  3. Premere OK per confermare l'ora e passare ai minuti.
  4. Utilizzare il + E - pulsanti per regolare i minuti.
  5. Premere OK per salvare l'ora corrente.

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

Each of the four outlets can be programmed independently.

  1. Premere il tasto ABCDE button to select the zone you wish to program (A, B, C, or D). The selected zone will flash.
  2. Premere OK to enter programming mode for that zone.
  3. Imposta ora di inizio: The 'START TIME' will flash. Use + E - per regolare l'ora, quindi OK to confirm and move to minutes. Adjust minutes and press OK.
  4. Imposta la durata dell'irrigazione ('QUANTO TEMPO'): The 'HOW LONG' value will flash. Use + E - per impostare la durata dell'irrigazione da 1 secondo a 360 minuti. Premere OK.
  5. Imposta la frequenza di irrigazione ('QUANTO FREQUENTE'): The 'HOW OFTEN' value will flash. Use + E - 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.
Diagram showing simultaneous programming for four zones with watering duration from 1 second to 360 minutes and watering frequency from 1 hour to 15 days.

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

6.4. Modalità di irrigazione manuale

This mode allows immediate watering without affecting your programmed schedules.

  1. Premere il tasto water faucet icon button (usually labeled with a faucet symbol).
  2. Utilizzare il ABCDE button to select the desired output zone(s) for manual watering.
  3. Utilizzare il + E - buttons to set the manual watering duration.
  4. Premere 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 di nuovo o ESC/SPENTO.
Hand pressing the manual watering button on the digital irrigation timer, with water spraying from a hose in the background.

Image: Activating manual watering mode.

6.5. Modalità di ritardo pioggia

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

  1. Premere e tenere premuto il tasto RITARDO pulsante per 3 secondi.
  2. Utilizzare il + E - buttons to select the desired delay duration (e.g., 24 hours, 48 hours, 72 hours).
  3. Premere 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 RITARDO button again for 3 seconds, then set the delay to '0' or press ESC/SPENTO.
Digital irrigation timer with LCD screen showing rain delay mode activated, with a rain cloud icon and the word 'DELAY'.

Image: Rain delay mode activated on the irrigation computer.

6.6. Funzione di blocco bambini

Per evitare modifiche accidentali alle impostazioni, attivare il blocco bambini.

  1. Premere e tenere premuto il tasto lock icon button for 3 seconds. The lock icon will appear on the display.
  2. Per sbloccare, tenere premuto il pulsante 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. Manutenzione

7.1. Pulizia

  • Pulire l'esterno del dispositivo con un panno morbido, damp panno. Non usare detergenti abrasivi o solventi.
  • Periodically check the filter screen in the faucet connector for debris and clean if necessary to maintain optimal water flow.

7.2. Rimessaggio invernale

  • 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. Risoluzione Dei Problemi

ProblemaPossibile causaSoluzione
Nessun flusso d'acquaFaucet is off; low water pressure; clogged filter; dead batteries.Ensure faucet is fully open; check water supply; clean filter; replace batteries.
Il dispositivo non si accendeBatterie scariche o installate in modo errato.Sostituire le batterie assicurandosi che la polarità sia corretta.
Perdite dai collegamentiLoose connections; worn out washers/seals.Tighten all connections; replace rubber washers if damaged.
Programs not runningIncorrect programming; rain delay active; child lock active.Review programming steps; deactivate rain delay; deactivate child lock.
Il display è scuro o vuotoBatteria scarica.Sostituire le batterie.

9. Specifiche

  • Modello: HCT-379
  • Marca: Joe Gee
  • Numero di uscite: 4 (controllato in modo indipendente)
  • Durata dell'irrigazione: 1 secondo a 360 minuti
  • Frequenza di irrigazione: Da 1 ora a 15 giorni
  • Fonte di energia: 2 batterie alcaline AA da 1.5 V (non incluse)
  • Grado di impermeabilità: Grado di protezione IPX5
  • Materiale: Reinforced Nylon Fiber
  • Dimensioni del prodotto: Dimensioni: 14.2 x 16.4 x 7.4 cm
  • Peso: 890 grammi

10. Garanzia e supporto

For warranty information or technical support, please refer to the contact details provided with your purchase or visit the official johgee websito. Conserva la ricevuta d'acquisto come prova d'acquisto.