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I would suggest using a surge protector. Rachio makes a great product but I have had two controllers get fried by lighting. I had a non wifi Rainbird controller in the same location (garage) for 15 years with no problems. These units contain sensitive electronics.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I would treat it the same as any other electrical device. Under normal conditions I would not think it necessary. If it's installed in a location where you have significant power surges, such as in lightning storms you might consider it.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I don't believe so. Our area has frequent "Brown Outs" and have not had an issue yet.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.I don't see why not. The device does have an Antenna for Wifi, best to protect it.
Sorry, there was a problem. Please try again later.Anything of any real value should be plugged to a surge protector. You can never be too safe. Now, will a surge cause your sprinkler system to malfunction? That is unlikely since everything is controlled through your app, so the settings will be saved either way. Obviously, if the rachio gets fried, it won't operate and thus the sprinklers won't turn on. Anyway, short answer, yes. Is it necessary, no, since more then likely the breaker switch will pop and it'll simply shut the power off in the garage.
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