HomeKit Connection Troubleshooting

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I am a new Rachio 3 user. All my zones is working through the app but when I tried to add it to HomeKit it just sits there trying to find it but never does (using the code from the app).

I am hesitant to do a factory reset so is there a quicker way to not have to reset everything back up to get my HomeKit to add it?

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Just a happy update. I unplugged the Rachio, waited 20 secs, plugged it back in and whenI tried again to join it in my HomeKit, viola, it worked!

I have seen other posts on why bother with HomeKit. Well, like most people in the Apple eco system, I was looking for automation things specifically compatible with HomeKit and I am glad to see Rachio.

Now if I can only find an auto washing HomeKit appliance for my dog…

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Worked for me too! Thanks

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Worked for me too. Thanks! Rachio should add this step to troubleshooting. On another note:
This is from the Support page (Siri responds that my controller does not support these commands):

How to control Rachio from Siri

You can use the following example prompts or commands to run your Rachio 3 with Siri:

  • “Turn on [zone name]”
  • “Siri, stop watering”
  • “Please water [zone name] for [X] minutes”
  • “Turn on [zone name] for [X] minutes”