Tag Archives: B-hyve App

How To Resolve Frequent Disconnections With Your B-hyve Smart Timer

If your timer disconnects often, and you find yourself unplugging it to re-connect frequently, this is the article for you. There are a couple of steps you can take that may resolve the issue. First, please download and install the OrbitAssist application on your phone or tablet using the steps found here. Using the OrbitAssist application,…Read More »

How To Determine The Type of Soil In Your Yard

Different types of soil can hold different amounts of water. B-hyve adjusts your watering schedule based on the specific type of soil in this zone.  Perform a ribbon test to know the type of soil in your yard.   Here is a visual guide for the Soil Ribbon Test: Clay Clay is typically heavy with…Read More »

How To Determine The Kind of Vegetation In Your Yard

Cool Season Turf Cool Season Turf is found in areas that have hot summers and freezing temperatures in the winter. These grasses grow best between 60-80 degrees f (15-26 degrees c) and most of their growth is in the spring and fall. Examples of Cool Season Turf: •    Kentucky bluegrass •    Perennial Ryegrass •    Tall…Read More »

How To Select A Sprinkler Type

In the B-hyve App, you are able to select one of three different options under a zones details. This will help with making sure that if you choose to use smart watering, then the smart watering programs will be accurate. The three types are SPRAY, ROTOR, and DRIP. To access this feature from the home page select the “Zones” section…Read More »

How To Determine The Amount of Sunlight Your Plants Are Exposed To

The amount of sunlight your plants are exposed to has a large impact on the water needs of the plants. Be careful to not underestimate the amount of sun exposure as this might cause damage to your plants. To estimate the amount of sun exposure in this zone begin when the sun has first fully…Read More »

What is Smart Watering Effective Rainfall

The effective rainfall setting adjusts watering schedules based on the percent of natural rainfall that reaches the plants in this zone. Potted plants and other plants that are indoors, under awnings, or otherwise not receiving rainfall may get less than all of the rain that falls.   Select the appropriate setting for the plants in…Read More »

How to Adjust your Smart Watering Schedule

Watering schedule adjustments allow you to adjust the estimated run-time and estimated days between watering for this zone.  IMPORTANT NOTE: The estimated run-time and estimated days between watering are NOT constant. Based on weather conditions, and the needs of your plants, the actual run-times and intervals will vary throughout the year. The estimates are shown…Read More »

How to Program your B-hyve Indoor/Outdoor Controller

Need to program your timer but you’re not sure where to start? We’d be happy to show you how to create programs. Let’s begin. What is the purpose of the A, B, C, and D programs? The different programs would be used if you have certain stations that need to run separately from the rest…Read More »

How To Program Your XR Indoor/Outdoor Smart Timer

Need to program your timer but you’re not sure where to start? Let’s begin. What is the purpose of the A, B, C, and D programs? The different programs would be used if you have certain stations that need to run separately from the rest of your stations. For example; Your grass may need to…Read More »

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