Completely waterproof and able to operate in harsh environments, the 710A series single-station battery operated controller is used for above-ground or below-grade installation on a wide range of brand name valves. Powered by two AA alkaline batteries that can last up to three years, the controller offers programming flexibility for convenient and easy operation. It includes seven buttons with a large, easy-to-read LCD screen and icon-based programming with five start times per day in weekly or cyclical mode. Additional features include monthly budget, rain delay of up to 99 days with automatic restart, 20 preset smart programs utilizing historical ET, and monthly and daily programming restriction options to comply with city and municipal codes.