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 ===== Hook up and test sprinkler valve ===== ===== Hook up and test sprinkler valve =====
  
-Start by measuring out the length of wire and strip the ends.  ​In one end, attach ​to [[wiki:​pinouts|pins 2 and 4]] of a terminal connector as shown (12V and B0).  The polarity of the two wires does not matter.+Start by measuring out the length of wire and strip the ends.  ​Attach the wires of one end to [[wiki:​pinouts|pins 2 and 4]] of a terminal connector as shown (12V and B0).  The polarity of the two wires does not matter.
    
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-At this point, you can test your sprinkler value. ​ It will make a satisfying click when it engages. ​ You can fire up the [[wiki:​birdfeeder_app|Birdfeeder app]] and click on the ''​%%Defend%%'' ​button to verify before deploying. ​ Note, sprinkler valves are rated for 24V AC.  We are driving it with 12V DC.  Most valves should engage at 12V DC.  For example, the 3/4" Orbit valve that we recommend works well at 12V DC.     +At this point, you can test your sprinkler value. ​ It will make a satisfying click when it engages. ​ You can fire up the [[wiki:​birdfeeder_app|Birdfeeder app]] and click on the **Defend** button to verify before deploying. ​ Note, sprinkler valves are rated for 24V AC.  We are driving it with 12V DC.  Most valves should engage at 12V DC.  For example, the 3/4" Orbit valve that we recommend works well at 12V DC.     
  
  
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