If you receive the message "Serial Number is in Use," you will need to request a transfer of ownership from the original account owner.
- The ownership transfer may take up to 5 business days to complete.
- The original owner can accept or decline this transfer.
- If the original owner takes no action, the Serial Number will be released automatically after 5 business days, and the user will be prompted the set up Wizard.
- If the transfer is accepted within the 5-day period, the controller and programming will be transferred to the new owner's Hydrawise account.
IMPORTANT: If using the X2 with WAND controller model, please submit a web form to assist in the transfer.
Please follow the steps below to request the official transfer of the serial number for controller models HC, Pro-HC, HPC, or HCC.
Ownership Transfer

- In the Hydrawise app, when setting up a new controller, enter the Serial Number. If you get a message that the Serial number is in use, tap the Proceed button to request the transfer of ownership.
- From the controller screen (HC, PRO-HC, HPC, or HCC), tap on Zones.
- Note the names of Zone 1 and Zone 2. Enter their exact Names into the App (e.g., Front Lawn, Back Lawn, etc.) when prompted.
- Tap Continue. If entered correctly, an ownership transfer email will be sent to the controller's current owner. The owner can accept or deny the ownership change.
- From the app's home screen, you can view the status of your requested transfer under Your Notifications.

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