Step by step Drip irrigation System installation - Step 5

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)