The Spruce Gen2 Controller allows turning on multiple zones simultaneously, if the setting is enabled. See release notes below:
- App version 1.2.6 is required
- The “Allow Concurrent Zones” option under Device Settings->Controller Settings, must be enabled
- Up to 3 zones may be turned on simultaneously
- Multiple zones may only be activated when no schedules are running
- Connected, Basic and Manual schedules as well as “Run All” are included as schedules and will not allow multiple zones
- Concurrent zones are limited by the electrical current required to power the valves.
- Total current or 3 valves is the limit
- If the total current exceeds approximately 900mA, the last valve to be activated will be turned off automatically to avoid an overcurrent condition
- A master valve, will draw current and may reduce the number of simultaneous zones
- Turning on multiple valves typically affects water pressure and may reduce the coverage area of the valves that are turned on.
- A sprinkler head that normally sprays 10 feet may only cover 8 feet when multiple zones are activated due to water pressure drop
- Each home or system has different water pressure and flow requirements, sprinkler coverage will vary accordingly