ESPLXMEFP – Front Panel for ESP-LXME Controller

How to Identify and Fix Common Gardening Problems ?

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If you are unable to connect to the controller, try pulling the WiFi module out of the controller and re-inserting it, allowing it to boot back up again. It should be blinking green when you try to connect in the Rain Bird app.
Rain Bird will repair or replace at no charge any Rain Bird professional product that fails in normal use within the warranty period stated below. You must return it to the dealer or distributor where you bought it.
Reset the WiFi module. While plugged in, press and hold the button on the WiFi module for 5 seconds. The LED should turn Amber colored, and then red, followed by three green blinks, followed by red and green alternating (WiFi Hotspot).
If your sprinkler controller is not working properly, you may need to reset it. To do this, first, turn off the power to the controller. Then, remove the cover of the controller unit and locate the reset button. Press and hold the reset button for about 15 seconds.
Valves will give you 10 to 15 years of service, while controllers 5 to 10 years.
Highlights. The poor rotation may be caused by debris trapped in the sprinkler head. Your water filter might need to be cleaned or replaced. Poor water pressure can affect sprinkler head rotation.

Discover Relevant Questions and Answers for Your Specific Issue

the most relevant questions and answers related to your specific issue

Rainbird troubleshooting Controller runs zone 8 and 6 at the same time but only on zone 8, otherwise all the other zones run alone
ANSWER : Check to see if the wiring is crossed.

Each station opens valve #1
ANSWER : Sounds like you have a wire in the MV pin without a Master Valve.

How to fix the problem on Rainbird sprinkler timer
ANSWER : There is no such thing as a impact rotor. It’s one or the other. If it’s a impact replace it with a rotor.

Rainbird troubleshooting The adjustable stops were set to desired positioned and the trip pin was in down position. The trip pin moves to one adjustable stop and will not automatically return.
ANSWER : It could be not enough water pressure, dirt on the shaft or it is worn out assuming the parts are all there. They are not very expensive you might just want to buy a new one.

System will not activate yet all indication is it is working?
ANSWER : Check the wiring.

The rainbird 2045a only turns one way – Rainbird Rain Bird 2045A Maxi-Paw Pop-Up Impact Rotor
ANSWER : Dirt can prevent the rotation.

Troubleshooting chainsaw hit some dirt now wont cut and smokes at chain little oil to bar and chain
ANSWER : You need to clean the chainsaw areas where the dirt has gone with a water hose. You may have clogged up the oil thing that puts oil on the chain. Hope this helps! And yes, dirt will make a chain dull. You might have to replace the chain or have it sharpened.

How to check a leaking valve
ANSWER : Remove it from the ground and just replace it.