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Irritrol RD1200 Eats Batteries: Panel Capacitor Failing, Repair or Replace Panel

Display Flickers, Battery Lasts ~1 Week

Fault is in the panel (circuit board), likely a failing capacitor.

Panel Removal

Hinge panel open.
Unplug ribbon cable from back.
Pull panel straight out from plastic hinges.

Repair Options

Local irrigation store may repair or sell replacement panel.
Irritrol may offer mail-in repair (1-800-634-8873).

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