![]() Some of these errors can be compensated for (setup includes sensor calibration), but for best results it will always better to minimize these errors. Bends down the line (after the sensor) should not greatly effect the accuracy of the results. because the new flow sensor relies on artificial turbulence (induced by the sensor) any external turbulence would induce measurement errors. Would it provide an accurate water usage data and/or detect smaller issues (such as clogged sprinkler head)? Probably not as well as if you had at least 6 inches of straight pipe between the elbow and the flow meter.īends in pipes (elbows) induce turbulence in the water. Would it be able to detect large scale problems and leaks? Most likely. That being said the technology used within these sensor would benefit from being further away from the upstream elbow in order to more accurately measure the flow.Ĭan you install the sensor on your setup on the short horizontal space you have available? Yes Little is known about the new flow sensors, they are yet unseen outside of a prototype lab. Now my two cents on this particular question: The point is to not be afraid to ask your questions as a general post. I think these types of questions will benefit the rest of the community as well, not to mention that the feedback from a wider knowledge base could produce unexpected insights. Gene has been helpful and here is his response… As with the prior Rachio model, however, its detection of moisture was perfect, never watering when it was too wet outside, and helpfully keeping me informed of its status through notifications on my phone and via email updates.Does it matter if the flow sensor is placed horizontally on the line or does it have to be on a vertically running pipe… I’ve attached a pic of how my lines are…or do I need to lengthen the horizontal pipe make sure there is a total of 14 inches of straight line or do I need to modify it somehow to have a vertical line for the sensor… ![]() I found Rachio’s recommended watering schedule to be a bit light, but better than most. The upgraded app lets you fine-tune when you want the watering schedule to be skipped. For a gardening nerd, this stuff is as fresh as it gets. You can also set the windspeed above which you won’t water, or the temperature below which you won’t water. 0.125 inches is default, but you can knock that down to just 0.0625 inches or up to a full inch of rain. You can even drill down further in the new app by setting how much rain is required before you skip watering. Whichever you choose, you can also opt to turn on Rachio’s upgraded Weather Intelligence, which will automatically skip watering if it’s too wet, windy, or if there’s a threat of a freeze, each of which you can select at your discretion. You can give Rachio complete control over watering by choosing “Flex Daily” or “Flex Monthly” schedules, which will water as needed, or set up a manual schedule that waters only when you want. If I have any minor complaint about the interface, it’s that the setup system makes you manually delete all unused zones, one at a time, rather than giving you a “bulk skip” option. It takes all of this into account, alongside your address, to determine an ideal watering schedule for that patch of earth. Rachio walks you through configuring your zones, which again includes some simple questions about the vegetation and soil types in your yard, its sun exposure, and the slope of the area. Rachio recently upgraded its control app, slightly streamlining its setup and scheduling system. The redesigned wire connectors are much easier to work with than last year’s model. The whole process is even faster than before, taking just minutes to complete, though note that, as with the original Rachio, you’ll need a $30 outdoor enclosure if you’re mounting the unit in the elements. ![]() Once your leads are connected, just plug it into wall power, pop the lid back on, and you’re ready to continue setup via the app. ![]() Rachio has corrected this so you can now use a fingertip to easily slide wire leads into the connectors, rather than having to struggle with a tiny screwdriver. In my review of the second-generation controller, I complained that the clips were difficult to manipulate.
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