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Rain Bird ESP-6SI Auto Program Skips Stations 4 and 5: Verify Programming Steps

5‑Station ESP‑6SI; Manual Works All, Auto Misses 4 & 5

The programming for stations 4 & 5 is likely incorrect (zero run time, wrong program, or start‑time conflict). Older ESP‑6SI units also develop button/display failures.

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Rain Bird ESP-6SI Auto Program Skips Stations 4 and 5: Verify Programming Steps

5‑Station ESP‑6SI; Manual Works All, Auto Misses 4 & 5

5‑Station ESP‑6SI; Manual Works All, Auto Misses 4 & 5