Galcon 6104 DC Timer, 4 Station

Get your multi-station battery controller running smoothly.

Step 1: Mount the Controller
Select an appropriate outdoor wall or post location. Use mounting hardware to securely attach the weather-resistant housing in an easily accessible spot above ground.

Step 2: Install Battery
Open the battery compartment and install one fresh 9-volt industrial alkaline battery to power the unit.

Step 3: Wire the Valves
Run direct burial wire from the controller to your valve manifold. Connect the wires from your Galcon DC 2-wire latching solenoids into the designated station terminals inside the controller housing.

Step 4: Program Your Zones
Use the interface to set the current time. Then, program your desired watering durations (from 1 minute up to 12 hours) and schedule up to 4 start times per day independently across all 4 zones.

Does the Galcon 6104 require an electrical outlet?
No, the Galcon 6104 is a DC-powered timer that operates entirely on a single 9-volt alkaline battery. This makes it perfect for remote sites and areas without AC power access.

Because it is battery operated, it must be paired specifically with DC latching solenoids, not standard 24V AC valves.

Which valves work with the Galcon 6104 controller?
The Galcon 6104 controller is designed specifically to operate Galcon DC 2-wire latching solenoids. It will not work with standard 24V AC valves from other manufacturers, so ensure you have the correct DC components.

This DC system is what allows the unit to run reliably off of battery power for an entire season.

Is the Galcon 6104 timer waterproof?
The Galcon 6104 features a sturdy, weather-resistant housing designed for outdoor mounting. While highly protected against rain and typical yard moisture, it is not fully submersible and should not be installed underwater in flooded valve boxes.

For completely submersible applications inside a flooded box, look for fully potted IP68-rated controllers instead.

How should I prepare my Galcon 6104 for spring watering?
Prepare the Galcon 6104 for spring by installing a fresh 9-volt alkaline battery, checking your valve wire connections, and programming a conservative watering schedule that you can slowly increase as the weather continues to warm.

If you experience heavy spring rains, you can utilize the rain sensor capability or use manual overrides to prevent unnecessary watering across all four zones.