Water timer instruction manual. Watering Timers for Plant Growing

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We use different logical partitions to optimize data storage in the system. So the majority allocates 1 disk, usually C, for the system partition, and D is used as storage for all or part of the multimedia, in addition, you can create various other partitions.

EaseUS Partition Master allows you to easily manipulate the hard disk and divide it into certain sectors, this approach is quite convenient and is used on a daily basis. Windows itself has built-in methods to partition HDDs and even SSDs, but these are less productive and can lead to data loss.

If we consider how to divide a hard drive into several parts, and then combine their volume, we will see that in total we get exactly the same size as the HDD. It should also be remembered that the system partition must contain a sufficient amount of free space, usually there must be at least 5GB of backup volume, it is used to ensure that there are no lags in the system.

Main features of EaseUS Partition Master

First, it is worth considering why this program for splitting hard disk deserves attention and highlight the features of the application:

• The main advantage of the utility is that it is free;
• A wide range of supported disc formats, all common types in the world are present here;
• Able to work with a wide variety of media volumes, you can split HDDs from 2GB to 4TB;
• There is a function to show or hide disks;
• There is a function of transferring information to another disk, while maintaining the integrity of the data;
• There is a shredder for the complete removal of bytes of information;
• Analysis of the disk for the presence of bad sectors;
• You can view the changes.

All these characteristics make the program a really worthy solution in no way inferior to paid counterparts, for which it deserves a separate review. Now let's look at how to use the program correctly on your Windows.

How to partition hard drive on Windows?

Before partitioning a hard drive on Windows 7, it is important to download the program from the link https://www.partition-tool.com/landing/home-download.htm.

The installation process itself is standard and does not require deep knowledge. of English language, the main thing that you need to consider is that here you will be offered additional programs, this is a way to compensate for software support costs.

Also, during the installation, you will be asked to enter your email address, it is not necessary to indicate your own, there is no verification.

Now let's look at how to partition a hard drive using the basic functionality of the application. The interface is intuitive and even an inexperienced user can figure it out. You need to do:

• Run the program and in the main menu you will see your logical drives and their size;
• Usually it is necessary to take a certain volume from one section and make another out of it, this is what we will do. Select the target disk and click on the button in the "Resize / move partition" menu;

• By moving the slider at the top or by entering your own value, you can specify the volume for the separation. The "Partition Size" line will indicate the remaining volume of the partition, and "Unallocated Space After" will show what will be detached. If you are using a solid state drive, be sure to check the box next to "Optimize for SSD". Then click OK;

• Select the unallocated space and click on "Create partition";
• Here you need to set the basic settings for the partition being created: name, file system, drive letter and the volume of the partition itself.

The process itself has a deferred execution form, and even after the final selection and pressing the OK button, nothing happens, you need to click the checkbox in the menu with the name "Apply". Only after this action will the work start.

There is no need to worry about the data, they will be in perfect order and intact, so you don't have to format the disk.

Thanks to such simple actions, you will have a new partition in "My Computer", in the same way you can create other logical partitions, just take into account that more than 4 elements cannot be created on a disk with MBR.

In fact, our program for partitioning a Windows hard drive can not only separate, but also change their size. If for some reason you need to return the volume of the disk to its previous position or you want to combine them, then this can be done here. Just delete the section, the program will ask for confirmation. Then unallocated space will appear again. Select the disk you want to enlarge and click on the "Resize / move partition" button. Again, using the slider, increase the available volume and save the changes.

After downloading the program, you will get some other features that are not described in the article, they work in the same way.

We figured out how to partition a hard drive on Windows 10 and any other versions while preserving the original information. Thanks to such a solution, you can establish the correct and comfortable operation of the system, establish limited access to any section, use it for unique purposes and many other operations, and all this is completely free.

If you still have questions on the topic "EaseUS Partition Master - a program for partitioning a hard disk", you can ask them in the comments

As you know, many computers have only one hard drive and for safer data storage its better split into sections... Structuring this way will help you divide the disk into a partition containing Windows system files and a partition containing all other objects. That is, if the OS boot sector is damaged and operations related to its recovery are carried out, the risk of losing the data recorded on the disk is much less if it has already been partitioned.

You will also need to partition the disk if you want to create an encrypted or password-protected partition or if you plan to install two operating systems on one disk. But, despite the obvious advantage of partitioning a disk into partitions, many users store all files on an unpartitioned disk for a long time, and when they come to the conclusion that the disk needs to be partitioned, not only the OS is written on it, but also a lot of other valuable information is stored, and if it is necessary to perform a breakdown, not only special software is needed, but also very reliable.

EASEUS Partition Master

Of the well-proven programs, I would like to recommend EASEUS Partition Master. This application has both commercial and free versions. To perform the basic actions associated with dividing a disk into partitions or, conversely, connecting partitions, and free version... Among the functions that are included only in a commercial program, the most valuable is full copying operating system to another drive. Unfortunately, the program has not been officially translated into Russian, but a group of enthusiasts has created a crack on the Internet, which is highly recommended to use, since all operations related to disk partitioning, if performed incorrectly, can lead to the failure of the OS, and therefore did not happen, all actions must be deliberate. Also, the developers recommend not to perform more than 5 actions in the program at the same time. If you need to perform other operations, restart the PC, and only after making sure of a positive result, continue to work. You should also know that you can restrict access to the program by setting a password.

How to use EASEUS Partition Master

After installing EASEUS Partition Master, you will see an interface represented by horizontal and vertical menus, a horizontal panel with buttons for performing the most requested actions and a work area that displays the disks and partitions of your PC.

To divide a disk or partition, we first find it in the list of the workspace, select it by clicking on it with the mouse, click on the “Change / Move” button on the panel and in the window that opens, hooking the edge of the partition or disk indicator with the mouse in the right corner, we begin to move it to the left side of the window, reducing the size of the disk or partition. Into more intense green color the filled part of the section is colored, light green - the empty part. By reducing the size of the section, we will see that we have an area on the right, colored in White color, that is, the unpartitioned part of the disk, where we will create a new partition. To do this, simply click on "OK" in the window, make sure that a new line "Unoccupied" appears in the workspace, select it and press the "Create" button on the toolbar. In the window that opens, to confirm the intention to create a new section, click the "OK" button, and if everything is done correctly, it will be displayed in the workspace. Now we press the "Apply" button, restart the computer and get a new full-fledged section.

In addition to creating a partition, the program will help you to combine several partitions into one, as well as make a complete copy of a disk or partition, convert a disk or partition to a logical one, and also restore a partition or disk in case of a Windows crash if a copy was made earlier. Among the interesting functions of the program is the ability to hide a section, that is, move it to an unallocated area. The hidden section will become invisible to other users, but if necessary, you can retrieve it from the unallocated area at any time. In addition to the above features, it is worth noting the formatting of the partition, as well as the complete destruction of data recorded on the disk or partition.

Electronic water timer D-2

Setting the current time and date

1. Press the button TIME
2.Use the arrows to set the hour (0-23 hours)
3. Press the button SET
4.Use the arrows to set the minutes (0-59 minutes)
5. Press the button SET to store the minutes
6.Use the arrows to set the day of the week (Su-Sunday, Mo-Monday, Tu-Tuesday, We-Wednesday, Th-Thursday, Fr-Friday, Sa-Saturday)
7. Press the button SET to store the day of the week.
This completes the setting of the current time and day of the week.

Forced on / off the water supply

1. Press the button ON
2.Use the arrows to set the hour at which you want to turn on the water supply (0-9 hours)
3. Press the button SET to store the hours.
4.Use the arrows to set the minutes for which you want to turn on the water supply (1-59 minutes)
5. Press the button SET to store the minutes.
The timer will turn on the water supply for the time specified by you.
To turn off the water supply, simply press the button OFF

Setting water supply on / off programs

1. Press the button PROG
2.Use the arrows to select a program number (1-16 programs)
3. Press the button SET to save changes
4.Use the arrows to set the hour when the timer should start (0-23 hours)
5. Press the button SET to save changes
6.Use the arrows to set the minutes when the timer should start (0-59 minutes).
7. Press the button SET to save changes
8.Use the arrows to set the duration (in hours) for which the timer should turn on (0-9 hours)
9. Press the button SET to save changes
10.Use the arrows to set the duration (in minutes) for which the timer should turn on (1-59 minutes)
11. Press the button SET to save changes
12. Use the arrows to select the days on which to automatically start watering.
"2nd" - every other day
"3rd" - in 2 days
or on a specific day of the week.
The "*" mark is not used in this timer model.
13. By pressing the button SET, You can select the days on which to activate watering.
14. Press the clock button to end programming.

View installed programs

1. Press the button PROG
2.Use the arrows to scroll through the program data (1-16 programs)
3. Press the clock button to end viewing.

Below is an instruction for the previous model 8-program timers.

You have purchased a quality electronic water timer that uses an efficient solenoid valve to open / close the water supply valve. Please read this instruction manual carefully to familiarize yourself with the peculiarities of the timer operation and programming. Check that the program (s) is (are) running when you use the timer for the first time. The timer is intended for use by adults who have read this instruction manual.

Usage.

This water timer is intended for outdoor use (gardens, summer cottages, vegetable gardens, fields) and provides control over the water supply. The use of the water timer for industrial purposes or in conjunction with chemicals, flammable or explosive substances is prohibited.

Technical details.

Supply voltage: 3V (2 AAA batteries 1.5V)
Battery Life: 3-6 months
Time error: less than 0.25 sec / day
Working temperature: from + 5 ° C to + 60 ° C
Allowable water pressure: 0.5 - 8 bar
Keypad lock: prevents accidental program changes.

Principle of operation.

The electronic watering timer will ensure the scheduled watering of your garden and plants fully automatically according to the program you set. You can program a timer to water your garden early in the morning or late at night when the water evaporates the least. The timer will ensure watering of plants even when you are on vacation or away. The device provides two ways to control irrigation:

1. Manual: Press the Man / Auto button to switch the valve to:
On - Off - Auto
2. Automatic: it is possible to program timed watering up to 8 times a day. You can also choose from 15 different combinations of days of the week on which days the timer will water.

PREPARATION FOR WORK.

1. Unscrew the protective cover. Gently pull out the battery compartment on the front of the timer. Insert two new 1.5V batteries (size AAA). Reinsert the battery compartment.

2. Fasten the water timer securely. The water timer must be in the closed position (OFF). Loosen the large outer ring located at the top of the timer until the threaded inner ring rotates freely. Twist the ring with threaded connection on the pipe. Screw only with your hands (!), Then tighten the outer ring of the timer tightly. Open the tap to check the connection for leaks. (DO NOT USE PLIERS OR PLIERS TO TIGHTEN the timer rings.)

Programming a water timer for irrigation.

1. Press the "Program" key. Program 1 ON appears on the screen.
2. Press "hour" and "minute" to set the start time for program 1.
3. Press "day" to set the day (s) of the week for which program 1 will start watering. (The default is mon-sun, i.e. every day).
4. Click "Program" again. Program 1 OFF appears on the screen.
5. Press "hour" and "minute" to set the watering time off for program 1.
If you want to activate your water timer only once a day for the days indicated in point 3 above, the timer programming is now complete. 6. Click "Program" again. Program 2 ON appears on the screen. 7.Repeat points 2 - 5 above for watering on the days indicated, or only on the days indicated in program 2.

It is possible to install up to 8 programs per day;
- A total of 15 different day-per-week configurations;
- Make sure that the days for the OFF timer are the same as for the ON;
- MAKE SURE that an OFF time is set for each ON time !!;
- Press "time" to exit programming mode.

If after pressing "Program" you will press "day" repeatedly, you will be able to select the following combinations of the days to enable the timer (see paragraph 3 above)

1	MO	4	TH	7	SU	10	SA SU	13	MO TU WE TH FR
2	TU	5	FR	8	MO WE FR	11	MO TU WE	14	MO TU WE TH FR SA
3	WE	6	SA	9	TU TH SA	12	TH FR SA	15	MO TU WE TH FR SA SU

Water timer control keys and display.

Key lock: Press and hold Esc for more than 3 seconds. Press y and hold for more than 3 seconds again to unlock.
Time setting: Make sure the keyboard is unlocked. Hold down the "time" key, press "min" to set the minutes, "hour" to set the hours, "day" to set the day of the week.
Esc key: Reset the time of the displayed program.

The average rainfall in July in central Russia is 95mm, which roughly corresponds to 100 liters of water per 1 m2 per month, or 3 liters per day. Since you can grow on average 5 plants per 1 m2, each plant, when watered only with atmospheric precipitation, receives up to 0.6 liters per day. But it would be if there was ideal summer weather for plants with night thunderstorms and a bright sun during the day. And if there is a drought? Or are the plants planted in a greenhouse? Or do you have plants that need more moisture? This is where the Signor Tomato automatic drip irrigation system comes to the rescue. Below are guidelines for setting up the system to water your plants.
1. Irrigation settings for the Signor-Tomato system - Automatic drip irrigation, using watering hose that you can purchase.
"The easy way"
When the system is installed for 50-70 drippers for 10 minutes of irrigation, each dripper receives up to 400 ml of water. The system allows you to turn on the pump 3 times a day and the duration of the pump is up to 10 minutes. Accordingly, if you set up watering for the maximum time, you will receive up to 1.2 liters per day for each dropper, which is more than watering a good summer shower. For example, this is the same as pouring a 7 liter garden watering can on 6 plants, only efficiency drip feed water is higher, since the soil is not eroded, but "saturated" with moisture.
"Engineering way"
In this case, several conditions must be met:
1.1. The system should not include a drip-blocking drip placed over the drum.
1.2. If you have implemented water filling through the "toilet" float, then the water inflow should be less than the drip-out (the water inflow must be adjusted experimentally). If the top-up is realized via a timer, you do not need to worry about the flow of the incoming water.
1.3. It must be remembered that the drip will stop only when all the water leaves the barrel, or the barrel is empty to the level set by the dripper blocking the gravity (installed in the water column at the level necessary to stop irrigation).
If all these conditions are met, then you can configure to pour as much water into the system as you think is necessary - then the pump does not have to be started for 10 minutes, 1 minute is enough to start the gravity flow once a day.
2. Settings for watering with cold water through a Timer Crane with LCD indicator (must be used in conjunction with the system Without Automation +60 and / or Remkomplekt +12)
"Heat-loving plants"
Even heat-loving plants can be watered using a timer tap with an LCD with water from the water supply. To do this, it is necessary to set up watering in very short portions - 1-3 minutes each, then cold water will not have time to cool the soil under the plants, since it will be supplied in very small portions. Such watering must be carried out every 1-2 hours, so that daily rate water per 1 dropper was sufficient for normal plant growth. The duration and frequency must be selected experimentally, substituting a two liter under one of the droppers plastic bottle and measuring the amount of water per day.
"Cold-resistant plants"
Everything is simple here - you set up watering with the required frequency and duration, if only it is enough to moisten the soil. Be sure to check if you are overflowing your plants. The soil should be moist, but the water should not stand in the beds.
3. Watering indoor plants.
"Only not by chance!"
You can assemble the Signor Tomato system in the version for watering indoor plants while you are on vacation or in the country.
3.1. Get enough water to water your plants while you are away.
3.2. Place this container below the level of the plant pots - for example, on the floor if the plants are on a windowsill. This is necessary to exclude spontaneous flow, which will in no way please your neighbors from below.
3.3. Set the pump for watering once a day in a short interval - from 3 to 10 minutes - depending on the number of droppers and the size of the plant pots - determine the duration experimentally, since you need not only water the plants while you are not at home, but also do not fill them ...
3.4. Place the solar cell on the lightest part of the window. Remember that the system, when the battery is fully charged, can turn on the pump for no more than 40 minutes without recharging from the sun! If desired, the system can be powered from a household power supply through a conventional 9V or 12V adapter.

Greetings to Muscovites!
Finally, a new smartphone came to me, which has there is camera, and I can do any reviews. Go! Today, for my colleague, a timer bought for Ali was received to automate watering in the country / garden. All the same, the century is 21 technologies, and there is no time (and who has the desire) to visit the dacha for watering. We do not touch on the part of water delivery to “consumers”, this is another topic, here we will talk about a timer that will open water and let it go to consumers. Go! Review supplemented! Please, under the cut!

I don't like a bunch of photos about tracks, packaging and so on. Everything arrived, and the whole, this is the main thing. So let's start with what arrived:


The product was purchased in another store, the link is lost. According to the link in the review, there is also an adapter for quick connection, but I either did not have it in the description, or the seller forgot to put it, it's not scary. So, what is available: the timer itself, the instruction, a pair of threaded connectors for connecting to the water supply.

What the timer can do (the most important and interesting):
16 programmable programs
Water pressure: max. 6 bar / 150 PSI
Water temperature: max. 40 degrees
Batteries: 2x1.5V AAA

The most important thing is that it holds some kind of pressure. The device will be operated connected to a container with water, the water will flow by gravity along drip system to consumers. I think it is possible to use it on the water supply, but it may be necessary to install a reducer so that the device does not break.


When assembled, the device looks like this. Definitely missing an adapter quick release hose. On the other hand, it will always be connected. Why take it off?


Everything inside is plastic, but the plastic is quite pleasant to the touch, thick and durable. Exactly what is used in garden supplies.


The lid is transparent. It is screwed onto the timer through a silicone O-ring, very tight, with a squeak. Creates an impression of reliability.


Everything is powered by two AA batteries. The opening hours are not yet clear, tk. the device was not in operational use. A bug was immediately identified, while I was twisting and photographing, the contact disappeared. Therefore, when installing in combat mode, it is better to additionally fix the batteries in the compartment.

Let's move on to the most interesting, setting. At first glance, everything is very complicated, there are many buttons, it is not clear what to do. We gradually read the instructions and try. Everything becomes extremely clear and into place.

How and what is set up?

The first thing we do is hit the Time button. Use the arrows ˄ and ˅ to set current time, confirmation of each value with the Set button, we also select the day of the week.
Unfortunately, I deleted this photo, so I already have the next photo where you can turn the timer on and off with your hands, bypassing the programs.
Press the On button, use the arrows to set the operating time, press the Set button. The timer opened, the water ran. In the current photo, the time is 14:53, the timer has opened the "latch" for 15 minutes.


Let's move on to the most delicious program. We press the Prog button, we get into the menu for setting the irrigation programs, there are 16 of them, as stated with us.


What can be customized. Program number, start time of watering, operating time, number of operations, either every 2 days (as I understand it, from the day the program was created), every 3 days, or according to the schedule. Use the arrows to select the day, use the Set button to mark.

At first, while dealing with this contraption, I thought that I had not bought what I needed. how to water several times a day? Everything turned out to be simpler than simple. For example, a person wants to water 3 times a day, but a one-time switch-on is configured in the program?
Therefore, we need 3 programs out of 16.
1. 7.00 for 30 minutes on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun.
2.15.00 for 30 minutes on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
3..21.00 for 30 minutes on Mon, Wed, Fri, Sun
That's it, the setup is complete, we grease the O-ring, screw on the lid and put the timer in its rightful place.

Measurements and device:

In the "idle" mode, the device consumes 1.1-1.2 mA.


When the valve is triggered, the current rises to 350 mA (0.35 A), and then drops again to 1.2 mA, while the valve remains open. Also, in the event of a power failure, the valve remains open.

Now let's move on to the very important point - internal organization... Comrade Muskovo explained:

<...>If inside is not ball valve, and the diaphragm is due to the pressure from the barrel, alas, this timer will not work, which has already been written many times on specialized forums. It is these green timers that come with both ball and diaphragm<...>

My situation is as follows: in appearance, there is still a diaphragm inside, tk. the crane mechanism in the end is definitely not visible. Moreover, after opening, the air is blown out without much effort.
All these prairies are associated with the ability of this device to work with containers by gravity, according to some information, devices with a diaphragm will not open at low pressure. I invite you to delve into the topic in more detail in the comments.

Summary:

For those who missed, I repeat, the timer was just purchased, it did not work in combat conditions, but when checked, everything buzzes, closes, and does not let air through. Bought on Ali in another store, link in the review for an example! In the hands creates the impression of a reliable and quality product... Overview not paid and goods not provided free of charge. I just decided to share with everyone, in my opinion, a good thing for automating routine processes before the coming irrigation season.
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