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KwikDial Battery Symbol Flashing: Internal Memory Failure

Normal vs. Fault Behavior

The battery symbol should only appear at initial power-up (charging internal memory, ~30 minutes). If it persists, the internal memory circuit has failed.

Troubleshooting

Disconnect power for 15 minutes, then restore.
If symbol remains, the controller is damaged beyond repair.

Replace With

Irritrol Rain Dial or Rain Bird ESP series — both reliable and repairable.

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