RACHIO WIRELESS FLOW METER

Pairing & Calibration Requirements

• Rachio 3 Smart Sprinkler Controller (not compatible with Rachio Generation 1 or Generation 2 controllers)
• iOS or Android compatible device
• iOS 10.3+ or Android 4.4+ (subject to change)

Installation Requirements

• Compatible Pipe Material: Copper, PVC, PEX or SDR9 poly.
• Pipe Length: For 1 inch PVC pipe, 1 inch copper or poly pipe, and ¾ inch PVC pipe: 14"of straight pipe required between the backflow preventer and valve box. For ¾ inch copper or poly pipe: 16" of straight pipe required between the backflow preventer and valve box.
• Pipe Size: ¾” or 1” in diameter (pipes greater than 1” in diameter are not recommended)
• Fittings: Fittings matched to pipe size (not included with the Wireless Flow Meter)
• Wi-Fi: 2.4 or 5 GHz wireless network signal available at controller installation location
• Range: Installation site must be within 300 feet of an installed Rachio controller.
• Note: Rachio Wireless Flow Meter is intended for outdoor water use only

Power

• Source: Two AA batteries
• Life: Approximately 2 years with normal use

Operating Range

• Instrument: Vortex Technology
• Flow Range: .5 - 25.0 GPM
• Accuracy: +/- 5%
• Burst Pressure: 350 PSI
• Pressure Loss at 20 GPM: <1.5 PSI

Communication

• Data Transmission: LoRa wireless network
• Range: 330 ft (100 m) open air
• External Interface: Indicator light for pairing with Rachio 3 Smart Controller

Environmental

• Operating Temperature: 32F to 120F; freeze-proof with no water in the system
• Weatherproof; submersible to 3.3 ft (1 m) of water, no additional enclosure needed
• Winterize system without removing flow sensor