Installation of the 1-zone irrigation system

February 26, 2025
Installation des 1-Fach Bewässerungssystems
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Preparation

We recommend the official Tuya Smart App for all essentials products:

Tuya Smart App 

 

1: Reset the Wi-Fi Repeater & Put it into Pairing Mode

  1. Press and hold the button on the Wi-Fi repeater while plugging it into the socket.
  2. Keep the button pressed until the LED lights up continuously, then release.
  3. The LED will quickly flash after a short time — the repeater is reset and in pairing mode.

2: Add Wi-Fi Repeater in the App

  1. Open the Tuya App → tap + in the top right corner → Add Device.
  2. Enter and select "Water valve controller (Wi-Fi)" in the search bar.
  3. Select 2.4 GHz Wi-Fi, enter the Wi-Fi password, and tap Next.
  4. Confirm that the LED is flashing quickly → the app connects the device.
  5. After successful connection, tap Done.

3: Reset the Irrigation Unit

  1. Press and hold the button on the irrigation unit while inserting the batteries.
  2. The LED lights up red/white — keep the button pressed until the LED only flashes red, then release — reset successful.

4: Put the Irrigation Unit into Pairing Mode & Add it in the App

  1. Press and hold the button until the LED flashes white quickly — the unit is now in pairing mode.
  2. In the Gateway, tap Manage DevicesAdd More Devices.
  3. Select "Water valve controller".
  4. Confirm that the LED is flashing white quickly → the app connects the device.
  5. After successful connection, tap Done.

5. Create Irrigation Schedules

  1. Open the app & select "Scheduling"
  2. Create Plan A, B, or C
  3. Adjust settings:
    • Start time
    • Irrigation duration
    • Days & intervals
  4. Save & activate

6. Manual Operation

  1. Open the app & select the irrigation system
  2. Activate/deactivate manual control
  3. Set start time & duration

7. Accessories (optional)

  • Soil sensor: Measures soil moisture and optimizes irrigation.
  • Wi-Fi Repeater: Boosts the signal if the system is too far from the router.

8. Tips & Notes

  • Place the Wi-Fi repeater close to the irrigation system.
  • If the system doesn't respond, remove and reinsert the batteries.
  • App control also works when the smartphone is not nearby.
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