Rain Bird Error Message and How To Fix It by Replacing the Solenoid Valve

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  • @matthewwilson3168
    @matthewwilson3168 6 років тому +13

    My system displayed "ER - - -" message. Could not find anything on the net or at Rain Bird's site. Thank you, Butch Newell, and your commentators for giving me the idea of removing the 3V battery, unplugging the power source, and letting the system rest for several minutes. Then, I put the same battery back into the controller, plugged in the power, and POOF! The error-whatever mess reset. The system operates just fine again. Thank you!

    • @PerfectDanceVideos
      @PerfectDanceVideos 5 років тому +3

      I solved my Error 2 issue simply by doing the hard power down (unplug from wall outlet and remove the lithium battery for a few minutes). If the error persists, I'll try the solenoid replacement.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому +2

      Sometimes you have to do that final step in the video and do the reset.

    • @philipatoz
      @philipatoz 4 роки тому +3

      What this comment reinforces, is ALWAYS check simple things that are easy to test first - before you pointlessly run to Lowe's!

    • @micahp20
      @micahp20 3 роки тому +2

      @@butchnewell how do you reset?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому +2

      You should be able to press and hold the Off Button to reset it.

  • @grantcothran
    @grantcothran 4 роки тому +10

    THANK YOU for taking a few extra minutes to make this video, after spending so much time figuring out the solution on your own. THIS is what UA-cam is for!

  • @LoneWeeaboo
    @LoneWeeaboo 3 роки тому +2

    Was searching up stuff about this error, this video is so much better than the stuff rain bird uploads about the problem

  • @jtll6420
    @jtll6420 6 років тому +5

    Thanks, you put me on the right track. I was having a general ERR, never found any wiring issues but finally did get it to reset by unplugging and pulling the battery for about 20 min.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  6 років тому

      I’m glad that worked. Sometimes it’s the simple fixes.

  • @josephcastillo2448
    @josephcastillo2448 Рік тому +2

    Thanks. It worked. Had to work in a mud filled spider hole with corroded wires. My controller is the ISM-6. To clear the error code I needed to unplug and remove battery.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      Right on. Glad it helped. I wish someone had done a video like this when I had my issue.

  • @ranjitsinghsmile
    @ranjitsinghsmile 2 роки тому +2

    You made it easy for me bro … thank you for uploading this video…🙏🏽

  • @user-te3wu4vh1n
    @user-te3wu4vh1n 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome, $12 and your video now back in business. Thanks!

  • @bryanaitken2741
    @bryanaitken2741 3 роки тому +4

    Worked perfectly. Thank you for making this a 5 min fix.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому +2

      Glad it helped. These sprinkler systems can be a pain sometimes.

  • @GentlemanH
    @GentlemanH 5 років тому +1

    I watched this video clip I sorted out my solenoid problem. Many thanks

  • @mcramacrash
    @mcramacrash 9 місяців тому +1

    What did you do with off button to erase rhe erreo code. I cannot get mind to go away.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  9 місяців тому

      Just press and hold the off button to erase the code once the repair is made.

  • @mudfoot3000
    @mudfoot3000 2 роки тому +2

    I got frustrated with mine and just bought a new control box the rainbird SST and installed it in a few minutes works great problem solved....

  • @onboard1mortgagellc519
    @onboard1mortgagellc519 5 років тому +2

    Thanks Butch for all your help. I will definitely subscribe. Take care.

  • @wendymurray3117
    @wendymurray3117 7 місяців тому +1

    I have a ESP-8TM that is just giving me Err. I have followed all the steps in replacing the solenoid valve, and taking all power away for 2 minutes and nothing is working. Still getting the Err message. Any ideas?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  7 місяців тому

      That’s a tough one.
      Have you tried pressing the Off button and holding it down for 30 seconds?
      If that doesn’t work, there might be another solenoid that’s bad? Not sure.

  • @boufgaul
    @boufgaul 4 роки тому +14

    I wish you would have shown the process of disconnecting the solenoid and reconnecting the new one, just to have a more thorough understanding of how to fix this issue.

  • @abumansour2020
    @abumansour2020 7 місяців тому +1

    Do you know what the meaning of error 3 in RSP-RZXE

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  7 місяців тому

      I wish I did. I tried to look it up myself.
      If the system isn’t working notice could try to reset the controller with the steps online to see if it will work.
      If it skips a zone or doesn’t work at all you might need a technician to service it. But I would start with resetting it.

  • @ChrisAucoin1401
    @ChrisAucoin1401 6 місяців тому +2

    I also have had an ERR2 error message all summer. Now that the rain has stopped, I HAVE to get this fixed asap. This video is very helpful. Thank you! I just wish that you would have shown a little more footage showing how you pulled out and replaced the solenoid. Was it just that one blue wire that you had to do something with? Or other wires as well? I've never had to detach a solenoid and replace it. I'll dig around for another video on that. But this was very helpful. Thanks.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  6 місяців тому +1

      There are two wires that go to each solenoid.
      The blue wire is what identified the specific zone/solenoid and yours could be different.
      Try just pressing the off button and holding it for 5-7sec to see if the error resets. Might fix the issue without doing any digging.

    • @ChrisAucoin1401
      @ChrisAucoin1401 6 місяців тому

      @@butchnewell Thanks Butch! Last night I was able to get it running! I tightened the wire on the control panel. That didn't seem to help (but it may have since it seemed a bit loose). I unplugged it from the electrical outlet. The error code was still there. So I unplugged it again, and removed the 9 volt battery as well. THAT WORKED! It removed the error code, and I was able to get everything working normally again. Thanks so much!

    • @ChrisAucoin1401
      @ChrisAucoin1401 6 місяців тому

      And interestingly........ Earlier in the day when I went to that zone in the yard and took the round plastic lid off of the box, what did I see way down at the bottom?? TWO FROGS! They were down near the solenoid on the dirt (about 10 inches below ground level). This is totally inexplicable. There was no way to get in there except a small finger hole on the green plastic lid, as far as I can tell. That lid hasn't been removed for 2 years. My only guess is that these two poor frogs were babies, and hopped in through the finger hole. Then they have lived their entire lives there. I took them out and set them free under a cypress tree. They are both alive and well, and seemed happy enough. So a happy ending indeed!

  • @KielHames
    @KielHames Рік тому +1

    I know thi was a long time ago but I cant find shit online for my error. Im getting the error no AC when I try to run manually and the error code seems to be a 7 then a backwards 7 next to each other. So I dont know if thats simply zone 7 or all sectors and maybe power to a main valve. Any ideas?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому +1

      That is a weird one. I wish I knew more about rain birds, and could help you, but I don’t. Maybe somebody reading these comments might be able to make a good suggestion.

    • @KielHames
      @KielHames Рік тому

      @@butchnewell Thanks for responding! I think it might be something valve related, maybe solenoids. Cause the controller and wireless rain meter are recieving power from the outlet and all has new batteries. But when I go to run it every zone pops up No AC, some screens blink and it moves onto the next zone, same error for each one. So it feels like the valves/solenoids arent recieving power. Again, I'm like you were, completely in the dark about irrigation systems and trying not to call the company that installed it cause I'm SURE they'll find a way to tell us to replace the entire system when we don't actually have to

    • @KielHames
      @KielHames Рік тому

      Also all of my wires are RED. lol.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      Definitely post up a response if you figure it out. These different issues and fixes in the comments have helped a lot of people.

  • @Smol._.Monstera
    @Smol._.Monstera 7 років тому +3

    Great tip about the "Reset"!

  • @garyrizzolo3429
    @garyrizzolo3429 8 місяців тому +1

    How did you locate the solenoid/valve in your yard?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  8 місяців тому

      The box was in the flowerbed. They are usually in a big rectangular box or single valves will have round lids.
      Every contractor does something different.

  • @onboard1mortgagellc519
    @onboard1mortgagellc519 5 років тому +2

    How much of the deelectric grease do you use on the connectors? Do I just fill the connector's before buttoning them up?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому

      I just fill them up so it squirts out once the wires are in.

  • @edwinnegron7761
    @edwinnegron7761 4 роки тому +1

    you are a god send, have the same issue right now looked it up and wala there you are!!!! I will do the same and hope for the best.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  4 роки тому +1

      Edwin Negron Thanks! Just remember to press and hold the Off button to clear the error code.

    • @edwinnegron7761
      @edwinnegron7761 4 роки тому

      @@butchnewell well I got the new solenoid from Lowes, it is under name brand Orbitz. Placed on there however now zone 2 will not shut off!!!! I got the manual to see if there is something on there to reset it. oh boy if it is not one thing it is another. BTW my unit does not have a push off button it is a dial wheel that when I place it on there it shuts off the zone I want to stop. sorry to be so winded..... too dark right now to further diagnose

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  4 роки тому +1

      Edwin, sometimes if you turn the solenoid you can activate it manually. Check to make sure that’s not the case and that’s why it won’t shut off. I’m not a pro, I’ve just had success with this RainBird.

    • @edwinnegron7761
      @edwinnegron7761 4 роки тому +1

      @@butchnewell The saga continues. bought new solenoid, installed same thing. Will not shut off.. took it all apart, put back together same thing. Switched solenoid from other zone both would not shut off!!!! Perhaps control board may be bad. will see if I can purchase a different one. just keeping you informed. thank you for your assistance.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  4 роки тому

      @@edwinnegron7761 You are speaking my language. I usually end up with the last fix I try working. I know it's frustrating, but when you get it figured out I will add it to the description to help out others in case they run into the same problem. Good Luck!

  • @davidstreling3690
    @davidstreling3690 7 років тому +2

    do you have to shut off the water pressure before replacing the solinode.....

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  7 років тому

      +David Streling I did just to be safe. Being a novice I didn't want to take any chances.

  • @vitoberlingeri1879
    @vitoberlingeri1879 Рік тому +1

    I have a MV 1.2 3 error code and do not know what to do, rainbrd sia di must have water in one of the boxes underground, which I did, drained the box and let it dry out, Still have the problem Any help please. I have a ESP controller Thanks

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      Hey Vito,
      That’s a new one for me. Definitely try and just do the “reset” I mentioned in the video.
      It might need new solenoids too. Hard to tell.

    • @vitoberlingeri1879
      @vitoberlingeri1879 Рік тому

      @@butchnewell Thanks for the quick reply Butch, I did try the reset several times, when I find out what the MV 1,2,3 is I will let you know. Good Health Vito

    • @vitoberlingeri1879
      @vitoberlingeri1879 Рік тому +1

      @@butchnewell I finally had to replace the Rainbird controller and now all is well.

  • @onboard1mortgagellc519
    @onboard1mortgagellc519 5 років тому +1

    How often do I have to change the rechargeable 9V battery in the Rain Bird Controller. I still have the original system installed in 2004 and have never noticed the 9v battery until now?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому

      Joseph Sanchez, Listed com Ambassador I’d just change it the next time you’re out there and not worry about it for another 15yrs.

  • @DavidS-gx1ok
    @DavidS-gx1ok Рік тому +1

    What about a fault line blinking mean?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      I’m not sure about that. Never heard about it.
      Do you have more details?

  • @MidwayShooter
    @MidwayShooter Рік тому +1

    Thank you. After seeing this video, 3 minutes to fix no stress

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому +1

      Right on! Glad it helped!!!

    • @MidwayShooter
      @MidwayShooter Рік тому +1

      @@butchnewell big time and it was the first video that popped up lol. Made it even easier.

  • @alyssa0411
    @alyssa0411 Рік тому +1

    Sorry ask a potentially dumb question but the blue #2 wire…does that mean it goes to zone 2 on your lawn? Or does the blue #2 wire = the error 2 message? I have an error 2 message also but my zone 2 on my lawn is also not working when the other zones are.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      There are no dumb questions when it comes to these systems. I’m still learning.
      For me the Zone 2 solenoid had a blue wire going to it. Yours could be any color.
      Just make sure your replacing that solenoid that had a blue wire going to it.
      I’ll keep my fingers crossed that maybe just doing the reset works to get that zone going again.

  • @antoniovazquez5743
    @antoniovazquez5743 6 місяців тому +1

    Thanks for this. Going to try this tomorrow

  • @onepersoncanequalmanyvoice3184
    @onepersoncanequalmanyvoice3184 5 років тому +1

    Do you know why a Rainbird would run its cycle three times in a row? Example I have mine set for 9 o’clock it runs the full cycle end it again right afterwards and then around again right afterwards. In all zones.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому +1

      Thanks for watching. That’s an interesting issue I’ve never heard of.
      I’d unplug the unit and take the backup battery out so it resets.
      Then reprogram it.
      Please post if that fixes the issue, as others can learn from it too.

  • @Skeletal33
    @Skeletal33 6 років тому +1

    My ESP series doesn’t have an inner battery (that I can find). I’m getting an ERR 8 message and I’ve tried everything I can think of so far. I can turn on zone 8 manually from the solanoid. Where is the malfunction coming from then ?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  6 років тому

      I was able to start my zone manually too by turning the solenoid. However, it still wouldn’t activate through the controller until I replaced the solenoid and “reset” the zone on the controller.
      After that it worked fine.

  • @bmw575
    @bmw575 3 роки тому +1

    Did you turn off your electric before doing this? Also do I need to turn off the water my system isn’t in ground like yours mine it on poles so I’m wondering it I need to turn off the water or not. The solenoid is right by the water turn on spout. I have an rainbird E-6

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому +1

      I didn’t turn off the power, but I did turn off the water.
      Shouldn’t be any current running to the solenoid until the controller turns on that zone.
      Should be a pretty easy fix.

    • @bmw575
      @bmw575 3 роки тому

      @@butchnewell Thanks so much

  • @jorgesaguilan2469
    @jorgesaguilan2469 5 років тому +1

    Thanks for the information really helpful👍

  • @bmw575
    @bmw575 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the video !!! I’m getting Err 6 and I can turn it on manually but it won’t run automatically.. I’m going to look for the solenoid on Amazon.

  • @halfclappertopchedda
    @halfclappertopchedda Рік тому +1

    Great video.. mine is stating the same thing. Had a friend come out and re wire at the solenoid and still showing error messages even after restarting. Could it be my control unit that's on the fritz? Thanks for the video!!

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому +1

      If you can, try and just do the hard reset first. Unless you’ve had a lightning strike or it’s just really old, it’s not likely the issue.

    • @halfclappertopchedda
      @halfclappertopchedda Рік тому

      @@butchnewell thanks for the advice I will try that for sure

    • @halfclappertopchedda
      @halfclappertopchedda Рік тому +1

      Finally figured out the issue. My wire was completely crushed from when the house shifted. The old owners ran the wire under a lip of foundation and it must have shifted and crushed the wire. Had to re wire the whole system but works like a charm now.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому

      @@halfclappertopchedda That’s crazy, but glad you figured it out.

  • @hmroa3056
    @hmroa3056 2 роки тому +1

    VERY helpful. Thank you.

  • @musk-eteer9898
    @musk-eteer9898 7 місяців тому

    nice detective work, i will try to see which color is my Err 1

  • @mshearer5542
    @mshearer5542 7 років тому +2

    Thanks so much! You saved me a lot of time!

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  7 років тому +2

      Mia Shearer Just make sure you do the “reset” at the end.
      I replaced another solenoid about 2 months ago and couldn’t figure out why it was still giving me the error message. LOL! I had to go back and watch my own video. 🤣😂🤣

  • @chitownkid8716
    @chitownkid8716 Рік тому +1

    Would my water for my system need to be turned off or is this just as exact as your video and swap out then reconnect wires? Is the solenoid a screw in/out type system? This looks super easy but I don't want any surprises.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  Рік тому +1

      You want to turn off the water at the meter or if it’s like mine, I have a valve that shuts off the water to the irrigation system.
      Irrigation solenoids just screw in and are pretty simple to install.

  • @sandynabil6800
    @sandynabil6800 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for the video, do you know what is MV Err means? TIA

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  2 роки тому

      Thanks for the comment.
      Unfortunately, I don’t know that code. Hopefully, you can find something on UA-cam or Google to save you some money.

  • @carolyncoleman3764
    @carolyncoleman3764 7 років тому +1

    What do you do when your system have No power at all? Is that a easy fix? I put a new 9volt battery thinking that would help but still No power.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  7 років тому +1

      carolyn johnson I'm not a pro at these but a couple of things come to mind. 1. Check the Breaker the outlet that the panel plugs in to 2. Check the GFCI outlet in the garage to see if it may ha e tripped. Other than that, their might be an internal fuse that blew or maybe a power surge fried the board. Hope that helps.

  • @kings288318
    @kings288318 5 років тому

    you had to turn off the breaker to the sprinklers when you changed it out right?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому +1

      Crypto Bacon No, I just unplugged it from the wall.

  • @stevehardy4546
    @stevehardy4546 3 роки тому +1

    Yeah. Had the same solenoid problem but mine was a Fault light flashing. Thanks for the helpful video! On a side note. What's the edging block you have separating the lawn from the gravel landscape beds? Looks great! I have gravel meeting grass too. Also really like the color of the block. Thanks!

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому

      It was here when we bought the house, but I have seen several neighbors have it done since then. Company comes out with a machine that they pour the "concrete" mix into and it forms the shape as they roll it around the beds. It's pretty cool to watch!

  • @Gustamachio
    @Gustamachio 3 роки тому +1

    Okay fellow sprinkler people, I had a error code for Zone one. I replaced the solenoid. I understand you have to press off to get the code to clear. But I press and hold off and it doesn't reset it. I've pushed the reset button on the back, but it doesn't clear the air. Do you have to be on a specific function when you press and hold the off button in?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому

      I’ve always been able to reset it with the selector in the ON position. It will just reset all error codes.
      Maybe try removing the battery and unplugging it for a period of time so it resets itself?
      Hopefully one of the other views has better insight.

  • @matthewcraig3393
    @matthewcraig3393 7 років тому +1

    Great video. Very helpful

  • @mandyames8317
    @mandyames8317 5 років тому

    I'm having a similar problem, but my Rain bird sprinkler says it's zone 9. I only have 6 zones, so I have no idea where to start to fix it. Any ideas?

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому

      Hi Mandy,
      Let me start off by saying I am not a Rainbird professional by any means. The only thing I can think of, is maybe the controller has zone nine switched on, and it knows nothing is hooked up to it so it tells you there’s an error with zone nine. I would just turn the dial to zone nine and make sure that you see “off” on the display.
      If you would, please post the fix for it in the comments because it could probably help somebody else too.
      Thanks for watching the video and I hope you get yours resolve soon.

  • @georgeb.987
    @georgeb.987 5 років тому +3

    This solved my issue. Got a LIKE from me!

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  5 років тому

      George Bravo Glad it worked!

  • @lingmeyer7145
    @lingmeyer7145 7 років тому

    Our Rain Bird has Problem, never set up after noon time, but rain bird still worked all the water never stop, what can I do?

  • @jimw3842
    @jimw3842 4 роки тому +1

    This was helpful. Thanks!

  • @trishmariee2461
    @trishmariee2461 7 років тому +1

    Anyone know we're to find the fuse on the discontinue ued Rain Bird ESP 4? We have a PR off code and I think it's the fuse but the box is so old, nothing is online 🤣

  • @chiongyang-johnson7119
    @chiongyang-johnson7119 7 років тому +1

    Thanks for the information.

  • @micahp20
    @micahp20 3 роки тому +1

    It worked, thank you!

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  3 роки тому

      You’re welcome! Glad it worked.

  • @mynameisneb
    @mynameisneb 6 років тому +1

    After all your research have you seen the fix for when Rain Bird esp-4tm won't turn sprinklers off? Switch will literally be switched to off and the sprinklers kept running.

    • @butchnewell
      @butchnewell  6 років тому +1

      Ben Howard The only thing I could think it would be is the solenoid for that section maybe isn’t tight or their is an issue with a connection.
      A loose solenoid will override the control box every time.
      Definitely post up what your fix is, to help others that might have the same issue.

    • @mynameisneb
      @mynameisneb 6 років тому +1

      Butch Newell thanks for the quick response. Guess I am about to go hunting for some solenoids under some mulch. My long term fix is buying a Rachio Sprinkler Controller 😂

  • @chadlaisure5637
    @chadlaisure5637 7 років тому +1

    very good information

  • @D7_9911
    @D7_9911 3 роки тому

    what is error 1 mean ?!

    • @Gustamachio
      @Gustamachio 3 роки тому

      That's what I have I assumed it was Zone 1 error

  • @michaelreitz4109
    @michaelreitz4109 6 місяців тому

    Thanks. Much appreciated

  • @glennhill8672
    @glennhill8672 3 роки тому

    To clear the Alarm indication after replacing the solenoid; Turn dial to Auto, then press Advance button.

  • @adrianopangelinan7011
    @adrianopangelinan7011 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks!

  • @wolfgreen162
    @wolfgreen162 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you

    • @jimgunderson7541
      @jimgunderson7541 3 роки тому

      I found the guy on the video talked so fast that I could not keep up with him. Next time you do a video slow down. .

  • @lr1255
    @lr1255 Рік тому

    You did not show how you repair it!

  • @garrybrandis421
    @garrybrandis421 Рік тому

    Cheers mate