Having trouble with my wireless Hunter rain sensors going bad, where is the battery replacement located.
Help Hunter rain sensors
jrmikka
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I use to be that way but now I hate wired. The Rain Bird wireless works flawlessly.
Which rain bird wireless?
Well not really, I like them but I've had several transmitters go out on me or it eats batteries. RB did send me some replacements at no cost though but I replaced them at no cost to the customer on my own time.
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Hunter wireless rain sensors and Wireless Solar Sync use an industrial-type battery that is sealed against corrosion and water intrusion. They each have a 5-year warranty. The battery is rated for a 10-year life.
We (should) get long life because the sensors (transmitters) are not talking to the receiver 24/7. They talk every so often to ensure proper communication to the receiver. A rain event will immediately trigger a response to the receiver and controller. Likewise, when the sensor dries out it will communicate.
We (should) get long life because the sensors (transmitters) are not talking to the receiver 24/7. They talk every so often to ensure proper communication to the receiver. A rain event will immediately trigger a response to the receiver and controller. Likewise, when the sensor dries out it will communicate.
I initially used the Hunter wireless when it had the "wire" antennae but it let in moisture (told by Hunter) and the transmitter failed so I lost faith in it and went with the RB WR2 since it had a replaceable battery and adjustable shut off. But as mentioned they have their problems also.
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The "hard" antenna design on both the transmitter and receiver have proven to be very robust. There have been several design improvements over the years that have given us more reliability, sensor accuracy, and better radio communications and sync "hold" from transmitter to receiver.
The wireless Irritrol rain sensors that I have installed have batteries that can be replaced. I think they are the round silver looking batteries and if my memory serves me correctly they are the CR2302.
I see mostly the Irritrol 1000 wireless. It takes two 2032 batteries and they sell the spindle top separate. You can replaced the batteries and the top if needed and you're good to go. For the price it's as good as any. If it's in an area that might freeze and cause problems (commercial) I'll wire in a wired freeze to be safe.
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Good idea. We rarely have that kind of freezing weather out here but I have had one of the 'trol wireless rain/freeze sensors fail on the freeze side before.
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