Toro ECxtra Wireless Rain Sensor Compatibility Issue

Toro ECxtra Timer with Wireless Rain Sensor: Model Incompatibility

User installed Toro ECxtra timer (model 53767) with wireless weather sensor (model 53854). Sensor has Smart Pod receiver but timer lacks Smart Pod port. Sensor doesn't work.

Compatibility Matrix

• Timer 53767: Standard ECxtra - no Smart Pod port
• Sensor 53854: Requires Smart Pod port on timer
• Compatible sensor: Toro 53770 (wired sensor terminals only)
• Compatible timer: Toro 53855 (XTRA SMART/EC-XTRA with Smart Pod port)

Wiring for Compatible Models (53770 Sensor)

• SW1 = ENB, SW2 = NO
• Yellow & white sensor wires → SENSOR terminals (remove jumper)
• Red sensor wires → 24VAC terminals
• Test: power on, press test spindle on sensor → status LED should light

Options for User

1. Return 53854 sensor; purchase 53770 wired sensor
2. Return 53767 timer; purchase 53855 timer with Smart Pod port
3. Use wired rain sensor (simpler, more reliable, less expensive)

Recommendation

Wired rain sensor (53770) is most cost-effective. No batteries, no signal issues, direct connection. Install on eave/fence post with clear sky exposure.