Rain Bird Sprinkler Controller Not Connecting or Watering

Rain Bird smart sprinkler controllers offer professional-grade irrigation control. This guide covers issues.

Controller Not Connecting

1. Use Rain Bird app for setup
2. Controller requires 2.4GHz WiFi
3. LNK WiFi module required for smart features
4. Configure WiFi via controller or app
5. Check LNK module is properly seated

ESP-ME3 Setup

1. Modular controller with ESP-ME3 module
2. Add station modules as needed
3. LNK module adds WiFi capability
4. Outdoor-rated enclosure
5. Program via dial or app

ST8O Simple Timer

1. 8-zone outdoor timer
2. Built-in WiFi (no LNK module)
3. Simpler programming interface
4. Seasonal adjust feature
5. Rain sensor compatible

Zone Not Watering

1. Check zone wire connection
2. Test zone manually via controller
3. Verify zone enabled in schedule
4. Check valve solenoid operation
5. Inspect for valve debris

Weather Integration

1. Automatic rain delay with sensor
2. Seasonal adjustment available
3. Smart watering schedules
4. Weather source configurable
5. Manual skip option

Home Assistant

1. Rain Bird integration available
2. Local control via LNK module API
3. Zone control and status
4. Rain sensor status if connected
5. Automate based on weather entities