Is this the controller needed for Heavy Rain?
382864
You can use this as well as a standard controller for Heavy Rain. It is totally up to you, they're compatible.
1769308
Yes, and it gets better than that. For rainy days, you can either add a rain sensor or manually set a rain delay. Unlike simply turning off the system, it will resume program after the prescribed rain delay (in 6 hour increments, IIRC). And yes, manual control on this system cannot be any simpler. Switch to manual and turn on the zone. One of the best upgrades to the house I've made, and for an excellent price I was able to combine two separate systems (front and back yards were done at different times with two different units, pain, this solved that problem as well).
554608
I have just examined my unit and I would say "no". I don't have the manual handy but although I've used it in the rain I wouldn't expect it to be helped by total immersion.
451064
Mine has been in heavy rain, but motor and or controller box below deck must be kept dry, so I cover deck and motor and key with common kitchen cling wrap, rolling it over and around whole deck and battery case & motor. But don't leave it on to trap moisture; remove wrap and dry everything before putting away.
1688399
No, it works fine, but you probably don't want to walk through heavy rain without an umbrella anyway.
283367
The controller is $74.99 and is available from the Wet Sounds website. It is not yet listed on Amazon. We do have them in stock. Let us know if you have any questions. Have a great day!
2000616
We do not have a wired controller so I don't know. Sorry I wasn't more help.
1833123
I agree with 'water resistant'. Looks like both of them can take a splash or light rain but I wouldn't 'submerge' the controller, or install the receiver were a lot of road mist or natural rain would hit it constantly.As others have stated, a little silicone will seal the ends of the receiver heat shrink better. If you leave the controller out in the rain, well, bad on you... :)
2028797
I imagine so. It rained the weekend we wanted to use it and have not had the chance since. sorry I am not much help.
67617
You will still have to purchase and install a valve for each hose that you have on your system. The controller only sends a signal to open or close an electrical valve.
583199
I purchased the Futaba R152. It is a simple AM controller and I get about 300 ft out of it at a park running it up a big hill and back down again.. then back up again :)
1353041
No.It worked great 12 hr trip to Myrtle Beach SC. Heavy rain...well made.. secures well.
1360464
no... not that I am aware of... it is only temperature controlled... I would use the manual one during a storm
1370641
Yes. The controller has 3 settings -- flooded, gel and AGM. The best thing to do is download and thoroughly read the operations manual. There is also a lot of information available at Northern Arizona Wind & Sun.
2254643
It could be, but it doesn't really seemed designed for such use. It's a bit on the fragile side. Also, I'm not sure about the range of the controller for outdoor use.
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call the Grace company and check with them. that is where I got my controller
641036
yes you will need a controller, I purchased the solar30 lcd display unit, it was around 35.00 and seems really good. However, it requires dry area for installation. The panel is weatherproof