Rachio Sprinkler Controller Not Connecting or Watering

Rachio smart sprinkler controllers offer intelligent watering with weather integration. This guide covers issues.

Controller Not Connecting

1. Use Rachio app for setup
2. Controller requires 2.4GHz WiFi
3. LED indicates connection status
4. Enter WiFi via controller buttons
5. Factory reset: Hold buttons

Zone Not Watering

1. Check zone wire at controller
2. Verify zone enabled in app
3. Test zone with quick run
4. Inspect valve at zone location
5. Check common wire connection

Smart Hose Timer

1. Battery powered (4x AA)
2. Connects via Rachio WiFi Hub
3. Schedule in Rachio app
4. Weather intelligence enabled
5. Multiple timers per hub

Weather Intelligence

1. Uses local weather data
2. Skips watering before rain
3. Seasonal adjustments automatic
4. Wind skip available
5. Freeze skip for cold weather

HomeKit Support

1. Rachio 3 supports HomeKit
2. Add via Home app
3. Each zone appears as valve
4. Create automations with HomeKit
5. Works alongside Rachio app

Voice Control

1. Link Rachio in Alexa/Google
2. "Water front yard for 10 minutes"
3. "Skip watering today"
4. "Stop all zones"
5. Zone names configurable