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Before turning the system on the first time, leave all 1/2" poly tubing ends open and turn the water on and allow it to run freely for a few minutes. This will flush out any dirt or other debris that may be in the system. Close the end of the line using either hose end clamp or end cap.

Check to see that the drippers and micro sprinklers are operating correctly and that there are no leaks in the system. If leakage accurs on 1/2" poly tubing at the base of a dripper or micro sprinkler, remove that dripper / micro sprinkler and insert a goof plug to close the hole. Reinsert the dripper or micro sprinkler in another area.

AC VALVE DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
Potential Cause
Solution
Wrong valve size, flow too low Replace with correct size valve
Diaphragm orifice is plugged Clean or replace diaphragm
Solenoid faulty Check wiring or replace solenoid

BATTERY OPERATED CONTROLLER DOES NOT OPERATE PROPERLY
Potential Cause
Solution
9-Volt battery is low or no longer good Replace with a new 9-volt battery

BATTERY OPERATED CONTROLLER DOES NOT CLOSE
Potential Cause
Solution
Puppet is missing "O" ring is missing, lever is open.
Diaphragm is torn or worn out Replace diaphragm
Valve is installed backwards Turn valve around

PRESSURE REGULATOR LEAKING
Potential Cause
Solution
Dirt inside the pressure regulator Remove from line, remove the washer and clean.
Regulator is installed on mainline Move to downstream side of control valve

DRIPPERS OR MICRO SPRINKLERS HAVE UNEVEN OR NO FLOW
Potential Cause
Solution
Line broken Fix broken line
Filter or dripper clogged Clean dripper nozzel - Clean or replace filter
Pressure to low Check pressure regulator

DRIPPER OR MICRO SPRINKLERS HAVE NO FLOW AT END OF THE LINE
Potential Cause
Solution
Too many drippers on the line Make sure you did not exceed the total maximum recommended flow fate (220 GPH)

 






Step by step Drip irrigation System installation - STeps
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