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| Subject | Date Asked |
| Hardie indoor and outdoor controller | 1/27/2012 |
| Q: We have a James Haradie Irrigation Rain Dial 6, 9 & 12 station indoor & outdoor controller. The ... A: Hey M.L., the switch you are talking about has probably had the contacts worn off, and is not making ... | |
| raindial 600 | 12/31/2011 |
| Q: no stations work on auto. when i press manual. zones 1.2.3.individually come on for 4 seconds then ... A: Hey Martin, sorry this took so long, I've been away. Yes you need a new controller. Just so you ... | |
| Hunter pro c problem | 12/28/2011 |
| Q: Although there is no error message on our hunter pro c nothing works. The screen is exactly as it ... A: Hey Gwen, sorry this took so long, I've been away. It sounds like you have turned off the main water ... | |
| Hardie RJC-FOUR | 12/25/2011 |
| Q: Would you know anywhere I might be able to get an old RJC-FOUR controller? Back in 1986 I was ... A: Hey Rich, sorry this took so long, I've been away for x-mas. Try calling "Sprinkler World" of ... | |
| Toro TMC 2012 Series | 11/28/2011 |
| Q: I am having a problem with a Toro TMC Controller. The unit is about 4 years old and it was working ... A: Hey Rick, what you want to check, is that the unit is receiving 24 volts from the transformer. Take ... | |
| Water pooling removal solutions? | 11/24/2011 |
| Q: have a question i'm hoping you as an expert can help me with. during flood conditions (1+ inch rain ... A: Hey Richard, you're on the right path. I would suggest digging the hole a little deeper, maybe 3 ... | |
| Rainbird timmer | 11/20/2011 |
| Q: I installed a four station Hunter timer box and set all the water times,days to water ect... The ... A: Hey Ryan, I would suspect that you have programmed in a second start time for 6:00am. What ... | |
| Rain Dial Programming P/N 781001 (James Hardie Irrigation) | 10/23/2011 |
| Q: Not able to set the Current TIME & DAY using "+" or "-". I set the Program Selector Switch to ... A: Hey Crystal, Normally if the valve is not working from the controller, it is either the wire is not ... | |
| Lawn Irrigation - Toro Vision | 10/19/2011 |
| Q: We have a 21+ year old Toro Vision control system for our lawn and garden sprinklers. It continues ... A: Hey Bob, it will be at the bottom of the controller, behind the bottom panel, in the right corner. ... | |
| Lawn Irrigation - Toro Vision | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: We have a 21+ year old Toro Vision control system for our lawn and garden sprinklers. It continues ... A: Hey Bob, this controller has a default setting if the power goes out, and sets the system to run on ... | |
| Richdel 446 pri hybrid | 10/17/2011 |
| Q: I got a Richdel 445(21 yrs.old) that I rarely use..only on trips. I recently tested it out..I got 2 ... A: Hey Dennis, normally I would tell you the diaphram is bad and needs to be replaced, but if the ... | |
| Rainbird ESP with voltage to all zones when turned on | 10/6/2011 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird ESP 18 zone unit. When I turn on 1 zone, voltage is applied to all of the zones ... A: Hey Jay, it is probably either the controller, or you have crossed wires. To tell, simply take off ... | |
| Sprinkler system timer | 10/4/2011 |
| Q: My sprinkler system has a Richdel control unit that is now about 20 years old. It still keeps ... A: Hey Larry, Richdel is no longer around and the controller is non repairable. I would suggest ... | |
| Hardie Rain Dial p/n 670301 | 9/28/2011 |
| Q: My old system (which you've helped me with before) works very well but yesterday after finishing ... A: Hey Kathleen, valve #1 needs to be checked out. Normally when a valve sticks on, it is either the ... | |
| rainjet sprinkler system | 9/25/2011 |
| Q: We bought our house five years ago and because we could not figure out how to set the system on ... A: Hey Annemarie, the best thing to do, is to get a manual for this controller, and then you can figure ... | |
| Irritrol Kwik Dial KD 6 Erratic Controls | 9/4/2011 |
| Q: I have an Irritrol Kwik Dial KD 6 at my rental house. When I go to try to set the system up, e.g. ... A: Hey John, you're on the right track. First of all, normally if the water is turned off to the ... | |
| sand in spray heads | 8/24/2011 |
| Q: i have a property with a 13 zone system fed from a deep well with a filter installed on it. i have 1 ... A: Hey Scott, I don't know what kind of heads you have, but I'm going to assume they are a "spray" type ... | |
| Irritrol rd-900 blinking display | 8/21/2011 |
| Q: I tried to manually turn on a zone and the display switched to OFF and began blinking. I looked this ... A: Hey Tray, these controllers have a tendency to have this issue after a few years. There is one part ... | |
| relay switch | 8/17/2011 |
| Q: i have a sprinkler system that i have installed on a lake. have 7 zones with hunter controller. ... A: Hey David, the relay does not need its own common wire. It sounds like the relay switch might be ... | |
| OP ERR / IC ERR on Hunter Pro-C | 8/8/2011 |
| Q: My system is 5 yrs old and was working OK, but now gives either an OP ERR or IC ERR message ... A: Hey Linda, usually if the display says P Err, it means there is a short in either the pump start ... | |
| rainbird rc-7bi | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: Last night the power died in the middle of our watering cycle. When the power came back on the ... A: Hey Dominik, it sounds like either the fuse is blown, or check your outlet to make sure the 110 volt ... | |
| hardie control box L71209P | 8/7/2011 |
| Q: The zone 4 on my sprinkler system doesn't turn on and the display on the box says " 4 FUS " whenever ... A: Hey Aaron, more than likely, "FUS" means the internal fuse (automatic reset) has tripped. What this ... | |
| Rain Bird esp-1 sprinkler timer | 8/2/2011 |
| Q: The only zone that works on the timer is zone 6. have any idea how get zones 1-5 to work on the ... A: Hey Dave, I would suspect that the wiring is either not hooked up properly, or the wire is cut ... | |
| zone not working | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hardie Irragation system. one of the zones is not working. i switch the wire from a working ... A: Hey Henry, the wire runs from the controller, to the automatic valves, and on the valves, there is a ... | |
| sprinkler system won't turn off | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hardie James HR-6100... This morning it went off as usual around 7 am and then continued to ... A: Hey Carina, the problem is in the automatic valve and not the controller. If the controller is set ... | |
| Vision Series i toro control panel | 7/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a vision series 1 control panel that worked fine until a thunderstorm came threw and it is ... A: Hey blaine, if it keeps blowing fuses, then there is probably something that is too expensive to ... | |
| Rain Bird RC-7A | 7/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a Rain Bird Model RC-7A It has 5 stations. It runs (sprinkles) through the stations fine but ... A: Hey Jeff, there is really no adjustment, but either the advance motor is going bad and needs to be ... | |
| rainbird sprinkler system malfunction | 7/27/2011 |
| Q: I have a 2yr old rainbird 6 station sprinkler timer. all has worked well for 1 1/2 seasons until ... A: Hey Charles, the problem is in the valve itself, and since you already replaced the solenoid, you ... | |
| Advice | 7/26/2011 |
| Q: I am currently looking into getting my irrigators license to expand my lawn service business. Any ... A: Hey Joshua, I wouldn't be able to tell you if this course is any good, without knowing what they ... | |
| kwik dial irritrol system | 7/25/2011 |
| Q: Jim, I went out this morning and my lawn system just in the front yard and just two of the sprinkler ... A: Hey Joy, the problem is in the automatic valve itself, more than likely this valve is in the valve ... | |
| Toro Greenkeeper | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: I have had my Toro system in place for 17 years. I have one Program (P1) On, with 4 zones, and the ... A: Hey Yvan, the problem is in the valve, and not in the controller. If you have completly disconnected ... | |
| Timer Control | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: We have a RainJet sprinkler system and need to replace the timer control. Is there a place to buy ... A: Hey Shirley, I'm not sure if Rain-Jet is still available, but any brand controller will work in it's ... | |
| Rain Dial RD 900 | 7/23/2011 |
| Q: My RD 900 controllers works for stations 3-9 but misses 1 and 2. Transformer voltage is 24 VAC, 0 ... A: Hey Omida, yes you are correct, you might be able to find a local irrigation supply store that could ... | |
| Rain Dial RD 900 | 7/22/2011 |
| Q: My RD 900 controllers works for stations 3-9 but misses 1 and 2. Transformer voltage is 24 VAC, 0 ... A: Hey Omida, it could be a short in a wire, a solenoid, or the circuit board. First take off the wire ... | |
| Hardie RD-1200 | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a RD-1200 installed. For the past 3 months I have been going through a battery a month. If ... A: Hey Paul, this is a common problem on this controller. What I would suggest, is to simply replace ... | |
| Hunter Sprinkler System | 7/17/2011 |
| Q: The GFI that our sprinkler system is on tripped this am while the sprinkler system was running on ... A: Hey Deb, more than likely you have a short in either the wire that runs from the controller out to ... | |
| Richdel Model 446PR timer controller | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: We had a bad storm and I think it caused my in the house timer to short out. I unplug and plugged it ... A: Hey Chris, Richdel was bought out a while ago, and this brand is no longer available. I would ... | |
| Rainbird programming | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: Rainbird ESP Modlular controller. I want to run all valves (zones) usually, but only the drip line ... A: Hey Michael, you are correct in that once the controller is set to automatic, it will run A and B ... | |
| Rainbird Timer flashes FU5 | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: Rainbird timer flashes FU5. I don't know the model number. While the current time is displayed and ... A: Hey Derrick, without knowing which exact controller you have, this is a general solution you can ... | |
| Hardie Controller Problem | 7/16/2011 |
| Q: My hardie sprinkler system is about 15 years old. Everything is still running fine on automatic. ... A: Hey Janet, Hardie was bought out by Irri-trol. Depending on what model # you have, Irri-trol does ... | |
| Pump will not Operate - Follow up | 7/9/2011 |
| Q: I have to admit that I'm a novice at using a multimeter. How do I check the voltage at the relay ... A: Hey shawn, to check the voltage (24 to 26 volts) at the relay switch, simply find the two wires from ... | |
| Pump will not Operate | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: My system has a Hardie Controller, a pump start relay, and a 1/2 hp pump. The system has always been ... A: Hey Shawn, start with the controller, in the back of the unit you will notice a terminal strip. You ... | |
| look for new controller richdel 446pri | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a Richdel 446 hybrid irrgation controller I live in new York. A: Hey Robert, they longer make this particular controller, and Richdel has been bought out by a ... | |
| valve sticking open | 7/8/2011 |
| Q: My system is about 20 years old. Controller is Hardie. Not sure type valves but look commercial not ... A: Hey Bill, it sounds like the diaphram needs to be replaced. You will need to know what kind of valve ... | |
| Rain Bird RC-7bi Timer | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I am having problems with the auto timer on my Rain Bird RC-7bi. The timer will run and keep the ... A: Hey Johanna, the problem is with the hour motor, and it needs to be replaced. If you take out the 4 ... | |
| Toro hydraulic custom 8 system | 6/17/2011 |
| Q: I have a problem, the hydraulic valves are just buried in the yard and not in boxes. I have located ... A: Hey George, yes you can use a metal detector. Also, if that doesn't work, you can work your way back ... | |
| Hardie | 6/16/2011 |
| Q: Model 446PR sprinkler control - display, after setting everything, shows - 6 then blank spaces then ... A: Hey Jim, what I would suggest is to take out the battery, and then disconnect the power for about 1 ... | |
| replacement digital timer for rainbird 1260BI | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: i am looking for the most simplest replacement digital timer for my rain bird 1260bi. i currently ... A: Hey Shawn, I would suggest going with an Irri-trol "Rain-Dial" controller. I would not say it is as ... | |
| sprinkler systems | 6/15/2011 |
| Q: we have a rain bird ESP-lxi and the #4 watering station time has symbols in front of it but I can't ... A: Hey John, does it say "fault 4"? this means that this particular valve had a short in it. It could ... | |
| Hardie hha 11272 | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: Is there a replacement control that will just plug into the hardie hha 11272 A: Hey Don, I believe this model number is actually called the "Rain dial" controller. Hardie was ... | |
| GFCI outlets and sprinkler systems | 6/14/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hardie system that was installed in the early 90's. Last week an inspector tested the GFCI ... A: Hey Jeff, it is possible that you got a power surge and burned out the board, but this is not a ... | |
| toro ddc-6 controller | 6/9/2011 |
| Q: I have tried to reset my controller to reprogram it and now it seems to be frozen. it jumps over to ... A: Hey Cindy, what I would suggest , is to take the battery out of the controller, and then disconnect ... | |
| RAINBIRD RC1260bi | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: Controller still works. I can hear the clock. However none of the zones come on. Can u help? A: Hey Marty, check the fuse first and make sure it is not blown. If it is okay, can you turn the main ... | |
| water hamer at backflow preventer | 6/8/2011 |
| Q: When a cycle is begining or when I manualy turn on a zone (at the controler or the zone valve ... A: Hey Greg, I don't know how wise I am, but I'm definetely getting older, I hope this helps. Usually ... | |
| Irrigation Control Box | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: We have a Hunter Irrigation Control Box. We have it set for one start time for each program (a, b, ... A: Hey Barb, it sounds like you are having a programming issue, and I hope I can explain what the ... | |
| System is operating only when bleed lines are open | 6/7/2011 |
| Q: Toro ECX timer 6 zones When starting up the system this year, zone 1 would come on immediately once ... A: Hey Jamie, it sounds as though the solenoids are activating okay, but the valves are still not ... | |
| Nelson smart zone ez low pressure | 6/2/2011 |
| Q: Jim: moved into older house that has Nelson system with about six zones. All has worked fine until ... A: Hey Jim, I would suspect that the diaphrams in the valves might be going bad. first thing to do ... | |
| torogreenskeeper | 6/1/2011 |
| Q: The control box when i go to set watering days in the window it appears as though it says int. i'm ... A: Hey Robert, you can try taking out the battery and disconnecting the power for about a minute, and ... | |
| torogreenskeeper | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: The control box when i go to set watering days in the window it appears as though it says int. i'm ... A: Hey Robert, "INT" stands for interval. for instance if it says INT and below "INT" the number says ... | |
| Hunter SRC Controller | 5/31/2011 |
| Q: My Hunter SRC Plus Controller has ceased to be reliable after six years of service on the five ... A: Hey Susie, the controller is faulty and not worth repairing. Install a new controller, but not a ... | |
| Rainbird controller | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: I have a rainbird rc-1260bi controller. The automatic forwarding feature does not work. I can turn ... A: Hey Gene, it could be one of two things. This controller uses two motors, one motor times the time ... | |
| RD-900 - System flashes, but not run. | 5/29/2011 |
| Q: Jim, I have a Rain Dial 900 system that after the winter won't work properly. The system will turn ... A: Hey Mark, the problem is with the controller. It is well known that after about 6 or 7 years, the ... | |
| Sprinklers not turning on... | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: Sprinkler system has been working fine. All lights are on, timer's set, etc. They have not gone ... A: Hey Maggie, could you let me know what the brand and model of the controller is? Without this ... | |
| home sprinkler operating box | 5/27/2011 |
| Q: I can get the box to work on 75% of the stations on manual but it will not work on the last 2. I ... A: Hey Susan, it is probably a problem with either the valves (#4 and #5) or the wiring going to the ... | |
| Sprinkler Zone won't shut off | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: I have a champion sprinkler irrigation system. I'm a woman and don't know much about them, but I do ... A: Hey Sandi, the screw you are refering to is called a bleed screw. The way this works, is that as the ... | |
| sysem off | 5/8/2011 |
| Q: Jim-I tried to turn on my hunter src sprinkler system after a long winter. The system was ... A: Hey Lance, if the controller says off, then either the controller has no power going to it, or the ... | |
| Hunter Pro-C Box | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a Hunter Pro-C. One station (drip) is pulsing on and off. Even the icon in the box pulses ... A: Hey JJ, it sounds as if the controller is defective. Try moving the field wire in the back of the ... | |
| Vibrating Pipes | 5/7/2011 |
| Q: I have a kwikdial system but i'm not sure that is revelant in this case. Whenever the sprinkler ... A: Hey Stephen, whats happening is that as one valve is opening, and the next valve has not shut off ... | |
| Sprinkler system won't turn on | 5/6/2011 |
| Q: After turning our sprinkler system on for the spring, our sprinkler system guy warned us of an ... A: Hey Marianne, does the system have a controller that turns on the different zones? Check and see if ... | |
| Controler Malfunction | 5/5/2011 |
| Q: During a thunder and lightning storm with rain and the sprinkler system controller in the off ... A: Hey Jim, first thing to try is to take the battery out of the controller, then turn off the power to ... | |
| Sprinkler Controler HR6100 | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: The letters I see on the controller are IR05 means nothing to me. I realize it is very old, why ... A: Hey Peter, I'm not sure I exactly understand the question, but let me try this. First un plug the ... | |
| How do I reduce the volume? | 5/4/2011 |
| Q: I have a small lawn about 40 ft by 15 feet and have renectly had an irrigation system installed. ... A: Hey Kevin, basically each head will use x number of gallons per minute. Rainbird has a chart that ... | |
| TORO DDC-6 Digital Dial Controller | 5/3/2011 |
| Q: I have a Toro DDC-6 that has worked well for the last 6 years. Last fall I unplugged the controller ... A: Hey Dewain, what I would suggest, is to take the battery out of the controller. Then un plug the ... | |
| K Rain Pump Start Relay 1522 | 5/1/2011 |
| Q: New and just installed and it's not engaging the irrigation pump. Do you have any suggestions? ... A: Hey Maria, I would suggest checking the voltage at the relay to make sure you are receiving 24 ... | |
| lawn sprinklers | 4/30/2011 |
| Q: I have a hardie controller for my lawn sprinklers. One section doesn't have enough pressure all of ... A: Hey Vard, it is the diaphram in the valve that needs to be replaced. Go to ... | |
| pump?? | 4/29/2011 |
| Q: I may have emailed you last year, but I finally found out that my 1/2hp pump does not work anymore ... A: Hey Landon, if the current system is working with the Maxi-paws, then if you change to rotor heads ... | |
| irrigation system | 4/15/2011 |
| Q: We just bought a house with an underground irrigation system. We would like to put up a fence and ... A: Hey Amy, there is really no way of knowing exactly how things were installed, unless whoever put it ... | |
| switch from a mechanical 4 zones to an electronic 4 zones timer with battery backup | 4/12/2011 |
| Q: How Can I switch from an intermatic mechanical 4 zones Timer to an electronic 4 zones timer ... A: Hey Pat, I'm not sure why you need a 1 minute delay between the valves coming on, but here is what I ... | |
| Orbit timer box | 4/6/2011 |
| Q: I just had a landscaping company install a timer box along with doing sprinklers and drip line in ... A: Hey Crystal, if the controller is showing a "fault" on a particular station, then it is either a ... | |
| Dim readout | 3/15/2011 |
| Q: I have a 15 year old Hardie Slim Line controller.. The readout in the window is very broken and ... A: Hey Gary, once the crystals start to go out, there is not much you can do. Hardie was bought by a ... | |
| irritrol kd 9 "fuse" on controller | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: fuse staying on controller and none of 8 stations working manually is it the master control valve or ... A: Hey Michael, when the controller flashes "fuse", it means that one or more of the vlaves is faulty. ... | |
| Rain Jet RJC-66 | 3/14/2011 |
| Q: I've had this controller for many years now. When I set the controller to manual and try to run a ... A: Hey Dan, First thing to check would be the relay at the pump. It could be shorting out the ... | |
| greenkeeper 212 outdoor model | 3/13/2011 |
| Q: I sprinkle with two zones, when it comes on the timer comes on then goes through the allotted time, ... A: Hey Gary, if neither of the valves is working, then the first thing to check, is if the main water ... | |
| Fuse has blown | 3/11/2011 |
| Q: I have a ESP-16-LX+ and the display shows "Fuse". How do I find the circuit fault that is causing ... A: Hey Royce, what you need to do is start with zone(valve) #1 and turn it on manually. If the circuit ... | |
| Hardie HHA 11272 | 3/5/2011 |
| Q: We bought a home with the Hardie HHA 11272 irrigation system installed. The previous owner left no ... A: Hey Sheila, I believe the controller you are talking about is the Rain-Dial model. Go to ... | |
| Hardie irrigation controller - | 2/23/2011 |
| Q: After a recent freeze I went to turn on the Hardie irrigation system [installed in 1995] and I got ... A: Hey John, my information in the manual also doesn't show anything about an error message. It could ... | |
| hunter src | 2/16/2011 |
| Q: Why does a No AC sign show up on the screen? The sprinkler system is not going on automatic anymore. ... A: Hey Cheryl, the No AC sign means that the controller is not receiving power. Check and make sure the ... | |
| compatibility of mini click rain sensor to rainbird controller | 2/10/2011 |
| Q: Jim, Do you know if a Hunter mini click rain sensor is compatible with a Rainbird ESP 8 station ... A: Hey Matt, it's real simple. In the back of the controller, at the top left side, you sill notice two ... | |
| HR-6100 | 2/8/2011 |
| Q: The program starts but cycles thru all 6 run times one right after the other, just a few seconds on ... A: Hey Gary, before you replace the controller, you might try taking out the battery, and then ... | |
| 2 programs on a Toro ECx sprinkler system not working | 2/5/2011 |
| Q: I have a 6 zone Toro Ecx sprinkler system with 3 programs. I used A for the normal watering schedule ... A: Hey Silvia, once the board (circuits) go bad, you must replace the whole controller. Before you do ... | |
| Irrigation Control | 2/3/2011 |
| Q: I thought it would be easy to replace the control as it was not working. I took the wires off the ... A: Hey Karen, the only thing I could tell you, is how the valves are normally wired. Basically in the ... | |
| Battery in Rain Jet Sprinkler Controller | 2/1/2011 |
| Q: What is the function for the battery in the Rain Jet controller? I took it out, but nothing wrong. ... A: Hey Edward, the battery is to back-up the program in case the power goes out. You don't need a ... | |
| Rainbird "pwr off " | 1/23/2011 |
| Q: Rainbird control showing "pwr off". Mounted outside. Was working fine until two days ago..Small ... A: Hey Ken, "pwr off" means there is no power getting to the unit. Check to see that all the circuit ... | |
| Rain jet rjc-6a | 1/8/2011 |
| Q: What is the M terminal on the connection board inside the control box A: Hey Rory, this would be for a master valve hook up ( if you have one), not all systems use a master ... | |
| Hardie HR6100 | 12/30/2010 |
| Q: After a power outage Hardie HR6100 controller when dead the panel would not light up but zone one ... A: Hey Tom, this model is an indoor controller, and the transformer plugs in the wall. You could check ... | |
| Irrigation testing | 12/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 6 zone irrigation system that was installed before I moved here. It was previously working ... A: Hey Kevin, what kind of controller do you have? It could be the controller has different programs, ... | |
| Rain Bird RC-7A controller | 11/28/2010 |
| Q: The zone knob and indicator arrow have become disconnected (turning the knob does not move the ... A: Hey Henry, this controller is no longer made, so it is hard to get parts. One thing I could suggest, ... | |
| Toro TMC-212 | 11/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro TMC 212 system. It is about 2.5 years old. I am trying to change the watering days. ... A: Hey Nancy, this controller has a 3 year warranty and if it has the built in surge protection they ... | |
| Rainbird sprinkler system not working | 11/17/2010 |
| Q: Have a Rainbird ESP -4TM , Hunter Pump Start Relay PSR-22 The controller seems to be working ... A: Hey Jill, it could be the relay, the controller,the wire,or the pump itself. To check the ... | |
| Old Hardie Zone Valves don't open when air is blown through to winterize 1" sprinkler lines. | 11/14/2010 |
| Q: I have a brand new Hunter SRC Plus 600i controller since July 2010. It works fine with 2 old 1" ... A: Hey Si, you probably are doing nothing wrong, the problem is more than likely with the valves ... | |
| Irritrol Rain Dial Controller | 11/13/2010 |
| Q: I currently have the unit programmed for 2 cycles, A & B. I unplugged it to do some work on the ... A: Hey LJ, what you want to check is that you only have # 1 start time programmed in. For instance, ... | |
| TORO GREEN KEEPER IRRIGATION SYSTEM | 11/6/2010 |
| Q: HOW CAN I GET AN INSTRUCTION MANUAL? A: Hey Peter, go to www.coastwaterworks.com and click on the "irrigation" link and then the "manuals" ... | |
| Single loud bang when last valve shuts off | 11/5/2010 |
| Q: We hear a loud bang (a single one) ONLY when the automatic sprinkler system turns off and only on ... A: Hey Mike, what you are experiencing is a water "hammer". Briefly what is happening is that as all ... | |
| Imperial Valet Timer 24 hour dial | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: 11station timer works on manual or set on a station with auto. All functions work properly except ... A: Hey Max, they no longer make this controller but you should still be able to get a motor for the 24 ... | |
| manual, fues | 11/4/2010 |
| Q: How can I find an instruction manual for a James Hardie irrigation system, 446PR? Currently, the ... A: Hey James, go to www.coastwaterworks.com and click on the "irrigation" link and this will take you ... | |
| Winterizing Toro ECx sprinkler system | 11/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro ECx system which was already installed when we purchased the home. Most sites ... A: Hey Jeff, all systems are going to have a different way to winterize them. Some companies put in ... | |
| Connecting Toro Rainsensor to Nelson SmartZone EZ | 10/15/2010 |
| Q: I'm confused about how to wire the Toro Wireless RainSensor Model 53770 to the Nelson SmartZone EZ. ... A: Hey Richard, the red wires will hook to the 24 volt leads coming from the transformer. One to the ... | |
| Pop up sprinklers | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: How do I adjust the pressure of the sprinkler head? The pop ups in my front yard(one zone only) ... A: Hey Karen, if you look at the very center on the top of the head, you will notice either a small ... | |
| KD6 not starting up | 10/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a KD6 outdoor unit and it won't start up. There is nothing on the display panel.Is there ... A: Hey Eva, the only thing I could suggest is to see if it has a backup battery installed in it. Take ... | |
| No Zones Working | 10/12/2010 |
| Q: Jim, Having a problem...sprinkler system has worked fine for years and now all of a sudden, I can't ... A: Hey Randy, you did the right thing by disconnecting the other valves, and as long as the common wire ... | |
| Toro 212 Greenskeeper | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: When I turn the controller to the OFF position the water drop crossed out does not appear and the ... A: Hey Leslee, as the controllers get old, the contacts start to wear out, and stop working properly, ... | |
| No Zones Working | 10/11/2010 |
| Q: Jim, Having a problem...sprinkler system has worked fine for years and now all of a sudden, I can't ... A: Hey Randy, more than likely you are having problems with the controller if all the zones are reading ... | |
| one zone not working | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I had a Richdel,446PR,Zone 2 is not working and I found in an answer for you that it is probably the ... A: Hey Raf, your valves (with the solenoids on them) would be somewhere out on your property. They ... | |
| Toro ECx Zone 1 Question | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro ECx that I have been using for many years. I have four zones setup to run three ... A: Hey David, it sounds as though you have done everything right, especially if it runs manually okay. ... | |
| one zone not working | 10/9/2010 |
| Q: I had a Richdel,446PR,Zone 2 is not working and I found in an answer for you that it is probably the ... A: Hey Raf, even though the controller is a Richdel controller, the valves(zones) might be a different ... | |
| why two zones come on and one does not? | 10/8/2010 |
| Q: I just bought my home and have ran all three zones a month ago and now one zone does not come on any ... A: Hey Sandy, It could be a number of things. First it could be the wires running from the controller ... | |
| lawn sprinkler pressure problem | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: The pressure on my front lawn sprinklers has dropped significantly over the last year or 2 and I ... A: Hey Andrew, normally if you have a leak as bad as you describe, all you would need to do is let the ... | |
| Zone will not stop | 10/6/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro system. Zone 1 runs for the entire time the the system is on. I have replaced the ... A: Hey Dwayne, it is probably either your controller, or the diaphram in the valve. To check if it is ... | |
| Sprinklers | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: Our sprinklers started running on it's on at a non-scheduled time and i can not turn it off. I can ... A: Hey S, to determine if it is a controller issue or a valve issue, simply cut off all 110 volt power ... | |
| System Outage | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: My main water pipe for my system broke last Thursday. I shut off the water at the main meter by the ... A: Hey Tommy, I would suggest checking the area where you repaired the pipe and make sure that you ... | |
| One station not working | 10/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter XC system with 6 stations. Station one will not activate from the controller but ... A: Hey Francois, it could be a number of things. First I would check your controller and make sure that ... | |
| Irritrol Kwik Dial display not working | 10/2/2010 |
| Q: my Irritrol Kwik Dial LCD display is blank. The sprinkler system itself is working but I am unable ... A: Hey Cathy, you would need to find out how it is wired in and either turn off the circuit breker to ... | |
| Irritol RD 600 Overheating | 9/30/2010 |
| Q: I have an Irritol RD 600 irrigation system. It is about 12 years old. It works fine all year but ... A: Hey Kerri, we also are located in the phoenix area, but have never had problems with excessive heat ... | |
| connecting sprinkler pump | 9/27/2010 |
| Q: I just purchased a Flotec FP5172 sprinkler pump to be used above ground to pump water from a ... A: Hey Alex, you will need to hook it to the 230v power supply and also put in a relay switch that is ... | |
| Hardie Rain Dial | 9/26/2010 |
| Q: I can't find the model no. but the date code is 12-14-93. It has worked well until today. If I set ... A: Hey Stuart, it could be in the controller, or it could be in the wires from the controller to the ... | |
| Toro GPM formula | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: How do i figure the water demand for my Irrigation system. I want to install a large enough ... A: Hey Robert, you are on the right track. Lets say you look at the specs on the toro nozzles and it ... | |
| Transformer power | 9/25/2010 |
| Q: I have a Irritrol RD-900 indoor model and need to move the controller a few feet. The transformer ... A: Hey Mark, I would suggest if you need to add more wire to the plug in transformer, cut the wires ... | |
| Rainbird timer | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a six year old Rainbird ESP4. It seems to working correctly, but the LCD display is messed ... A: Hey Bob, you might first want to try de-energizing the unit. Take out the battery, and then ... | |
| Rain Bird timer | 9/24/2010 |
| Q: I have been reading where a nicked wire or bas solenoid will pop the fuse on the older ESP models. I ... A: Hey Bill, it could be out in the field (wire, solenoid, etc.) or it could be in the controller ... | |
| Rain Sensor | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: My question is: We just purchased a home that is 17 years old in Florida, however we don't have a ... A: Hey Gloria, almost any rain sensor will work with any controller. Rainbird makes a good on as well ... | |
| Rainbird ESP 12-lx plus system | 9/17/2010 |
| Q: I just moved into my house 2 months ago and system was already installed, any idea on how to purge ... A: Hey Dane, typically you will need to know where the main shut off valve for the system is. Once you ... | |
| Rain Jet Water System Controller 906901 | 9/16/2010 |
| Q: Recently moved into a house that has this and I cannot get it programmed to water the yard at the ... A: Hey Della, go to www.coastwaterworks.com and click on the link that says "irrigation" and then under ... | |
| Richdel Controller | 9/13/2010 |
| Q: I am receiving an "FUSE 7 16" error on my Richdel Controller (Model 446PR). The error occurs when ... A: Hey William, it is time to replace this controller. The circuit board is starting to go bad, and it ... | |
| Timer Motor | 9/12/2010 |
| Q: From a previous question about sprinklers staying on beyond set time it appears I have the same ... A: Hey John, it is fairly easy to replace the motor. The first thing to do is disconnect the power and ... | |
| Hydra Rain HR 6100 w/out pump | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: A zone or station valve ( 1 of 5 ) makes a lot of high pitched noise when it is activated. How ... A: Hey Ed, I'm not sure what you mean by "how do I find the noisy valve", can't you hear the noisy ... | |
| Irrigation Pump & System | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: Jim, My irrigation system isn't working correctly. It worked fine and then one day the pressure was ... A: Hey Dorothy, if you are not getting water when you unscrew the bleed screw (release screw) on top of ... | |
| Lound bang when sprinklers turn on and off | 9/10/2010 |
| Q: We hear a loud bang (a single one, no continuous bumps) ONLY when the automatic sprinkler system ... A: Hey Rodrigo, the reason a system develops a water hammer effect is because the water rushes through ... | |
| toro EL-6+ | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: I put on zone 1 manually and zones 1 and 4 go on. Zones 2 and 3 do not go on manually at all. The ... A: Hey Bob, you either have a problem with your controller, or a problem in the wiring going to your ... | |
| rainbird rc7bi sprinkler controller | 9/1/2010 |
| Q: Jim,When plugged in the controller makes the ticking sound but the day of week and time of day will ... A: Hey John, this controller uses two motors, one is for the time of day and the time for the stations, ... | |
| how many heads and stations do I need | 8/30/2010 |
| Q: I have 3/4 of an acre of land. I would like to know how many sprinkler heads and zones should I have ... A: Hey Howard, there is a flow gauge you can buy. Basically it is hooked up to your faucet, and when ... | |
| how many heads and stations do I need | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have 3/4 of an acre of land. I would like to know how many sprinkler heads and zones should I have ... A: Hey Howard, to properly design a system for you, I would need to know what kind of water supply you ... | |
| Controller | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird ESP-6TM system that has not worked since my house was struck by lightning. The ... A: Hey Darrell, it could be the controller, or it could be the wires or solenoids running to the ... | |
| "Power Off"/Valve question | 8/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an Orbit 6 zone timer that i am using. I have had the "Power Off" on the display and have ... A: Hey Bob, when you say "it doesn't seem to have done anything" do you mean the message "power off" ... | |
| water timer | 8/28/2010 |
| Q: i have a imperial 10 stationn water timer and lately every time it goes on and then off you need to ... A: Hey Ron, it could be a problem with one of the valves out in the field that is shorting out the ... | |
| Hunter Pro-c Sprinkler System | 8/27/2010 |
| Q: I have 9 zones. I only use 7 zones. When I set zones 1-7 to run, zone 5 does not run. Time goes on ... A: Hey Gary, the problem is probably in the valve #5 out in the field, and not with the controller. ... | |
| Irrigation System clock | 8/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a richdel irrigation system controller (clock/timer) model 508Pri/512/Pri. The system works ... A: Hey Susan, this particular controller is not worth repairing. Just install a new controller. Try ... | |
| low presur/1zone | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: All zones work good except one.on that one zone sometimes all the heads spray really good.but most ... A: Hey Larry, if you already replaced the valve, then that is not the problem. It could be that there ... | |
| How do I replace the fuse on an Irritrol KD6?? | 8/19/2010 |
| Q: I have an Irritrol KD6 that came w/the house from when it was built. It keeps saying "FUSE" and my ... A: Hey Craig, the kwik-Dial controller or the KD6 has and internal circuit breaker that will skip the ... | |
| toro sprinkler system zone 3 will not come on | 8/18/2010 |
| Q: In 1983 we had a Toro sprinkler system put in our yard. It has worked great for years until about a ... A: Hey Thomas, the first thing to check would be the controller. In the back of the unit you will ... | |
| Hunter controller | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: I have 6 zones on my system, each zone with a run time from 5 to 10 minutes. Zone 6 is set to run ... A: Hey Frank, not knowing which controller you have, I would suspect that maybe there is time ... | |
| System isn't working | 8/17/2010 |
| Q: My James Hardie system will not go on (even manually). I'm getting a message that says 'short' and ... A: Hey Roxanne, not knowing which model of controller you have, I would not know which website to send ... | |
| fuse blowing repetitively | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro sprinkler system I inherited with the house we bought last year, which has been ... A: Hey Jeff, the right fuse protects the controller from an excess amount of current from the power ... | |
| Richdel Water Timer Model R412 | 8/15/2010 |
| Q: How do I replace or clean the "automatic/manual/off" switch? My problem is that when in the ... A: Hey Leon, they don't make this controller anymore, or the parts for them. You are better off ... | |
| Valve Error | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: You answered a couple questions before about me getting an error reading on valve #3. I changed out ... A: Hey Kyle, when you say the valve works when I manually open the valve,do you manually open it at the ... | |
| Sprinkling System | 8/14/2010 |
| Q: I just had an electric sprinkling system put in. Several of the heads leak at the bottom. The rep ... A: Hey Kirk, the heads should not leak at the bottom when the system is running. Between the head and ... | |
| toro sprinkler system zone 3 will not come on | 8/13/2010 |
| Q: In 1983 we had a Toro sprinkler system put in our yard. It has worked great for years until about a ... A: Hey Thomas, more than likely, the diaphram in the valve has gone bad, and needs to be replaced. It ... | |
| Toro Controller | 8/11/2010 |
| Q: The system was working fine when i programmed it early this Spring. I tried changing some of the ... A: Hey Rob, it sounds as if you did everything right. Is the battery a rechargeable battery, and is it ... | |
| sprinkler heads | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: I have small amount of water coming out of a sprinkler head the system is off, can you tell me is ... A: He David, more than likely the rubber diaphram in the valve is starting to wear out, and it needs to ... | |
| how many heads per zone | 8/6/2010 |
| Q: how may rainbird series 1800 can be installed per zone on a system with a well that has 20-25 gpm of ... A: Hey Job, each head on the system could or would use a different nozzle depending on how far you need ... | |
| hardie irrigation system HR6100 Serial number VE26 | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: We moved into this house two years ago and have never been able to run the Hardie system and cannot ... A: Hey Lois, if you need a manual for the controller go to www.coastwaterworks.com, and they will have ... | |
| richdel 446 pr | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: where can i get a manual on the above system? I just bought this house and the sprinkler is ... A: Hey Clarence, go to www.coastwaterworks.com, and they will have a manual you can download. The ... | |
| HUNTER EC --getting NO AC | 8/4/2010 |
| Q: recently had my house re-sided., Is it possible that the wires were re-connected incorrectly? I see ... A: Hey Judy, the Hunter controller in question is notorious for not working correctly, and giving the ... | |
| Sprinkler & Drip system | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: My Sprinkler & drip system is not working.(3 stations) It appears that the timer is working but the ... A: Hey Paul, if you are not getting water at the valves themselves, then either the main turn on valve ... | |
| Rainbird Error Question | 8/2/2010 |
| Q: On my Rainbird Timer SST-400i I now get a message that says, "Error detected, check wiring in zone ... A: Hey Kyle, you might also want to take off the wires from the #1 and #3 terminals, and then turn #1 ... | |
| Rainbird Error Question | 7/31/2010 |
| Q: On my Rainbird Timer SST-400i I now get a message that says, "Error detected, check wiring in zone ... A: Hey Kyle, it sounds like a wiring issue. If the solenoid on valve #3 was bad and was shorting out, ... | |
| Zone not shutting off | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I have an sprinkler that is hooked to a well that is having issues. This is the third season I've ... A: Hey Jason, I would suggest just replacing the valve. If you keep having issues with the new valve, ... | |
| How many HP do i need? | 7/29/2010 |
| Q: I am putting in a sprinkler on 1/2 acre, how large motor do i need? A: Hey Frank, I would use a pump of at least 2 HP, or one that will put out at least 3600 to 4000 ... | |
| blank screen on control box | 7/27/2010 |
| Q: Recently I repaired a light switch in the kitchen not related to the control box for the sprinkler. ... A: Hey Milton, there could have been a power surge. What I would try, is take out the battery, then ... | |
| rain jet sprinkler heads | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: I live in the country and had roof sprinklers installed when I originally had this house built ... A: Hey Bob, I would suggest talking to a gentleman by the name of Dale at a company in Phoenix called ... | |
| Hunter XC Controller Problems | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: Hunter XC Controller installed with new system last year. Several times would find that controller ... A: Hey Bob, you could have a short in the wires going to the valves, or a short in one of the ... | |
| hi/low water pressure | 7/23/2010 |
| Q: my irrigation system runs off of Richdel valves and Rainbird timer. Recently, there is decreased ... A: Hey Sharon, I would suggest replacing the diaphram in one of the valves first, then trying it with ... | |
| Lawn irrigation with well | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I share a well with our neighbors. The well is set to come on at 30lbs and off at 60lbs. Our ... A: Hey James, what I would suggest is to have a cistern installed that you can store water in, and then ... | |
| rainbird sprinkler does not come on | 7/22/2010 |
| Q: I just had a new rainbird modular controller installed. When I point the dial to the 1st station ... A: Hey Diane, more than likely, you either have a problem with the solenoid on the valve, or the ... | |
| My Hunter sprinkler system keeps shorting out | 7/21/2010 |
| Q: The fuse that my sprinkler system keeps blowing out. Then, when I reset the switch the sprinklers ... A: Hey Cass, more than likely the solenoid is shorting out the controller. A solenoid is very simple to ... | |
| shut off | 7/20/2010 |
| Q: I recently purchased a home and I am trying to get the existing sprinkler system to work. I'm told ... A: Hey Kris, you could try turning this on first. Also I would look around the area where your main ... | |
| Hunter XC - "No AC" | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: Here's the problem....I have a Hunter XC and it has been working fine for the past 2 years and it ... A: Hey Chris, changing the amp from 15 to 20 is not going to make a difference. Check the voltage at ... | |
| replacement for Hardie P/N HHA 11272 | 7/16/2010 |
| Q: We have a Hardie P/N HHA 11272 controller. We had a power outage last night so when the sprinkler ... A: Hey violet, what I would suggest is first see if it has a battery in it, and then take the battery ... | |
| timer motor | 7/15/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for timer motor for rainbird RC7 622874 1/90 rpm short saft A: Hey Roger, they don't manufacture this particular controller anymore, but check with any local ... | |
| water pressure | 7/14/2010 |
| Q: I am trying to keep a large established garden watered with sprinklers and such little pressure it ... A: Hey Ethan, what I would suggest, would be to use what is called leaky pipe. Basically what this is, ... | |
| bleeding pin | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: when I loosen or remove the five inch metal screw bleeding pin on the valve my sprinklers pop up and ... A: Hey Dave, I'm assuming you mean when you try to turn the valve on by the controller, either the ... | |
| irrigation pump pressure | 7/10/2010 |
| Q: I installed a 3/4 hp Flotec pump about two years ago to an eight zone sprinkler system 1.) first ... A: Hey Franz, if you are not sure about the water getting to the inlet side, an easy test would be to ... | |
| Replacing hardie valve diaphram | 7/9/2010 |
| Q: where can I buy Hardie valve diaphragm in the Sacramento area. one of the cycles does not close, I ... A: Hey Wendy, I'm not real familiar with Ca. vendors, but I know of a company called "Ewing Irrigation" ... | |
| Time Control | 7/8/2010 |
| Q: When my system is set to water Tuesday, Thursday & Sunday, it waters on other days also. I even put ... A: Hey Beatrice, you probably need to replace your controller. Before you replace it, you might try ... | |
| winterise sprinkler system | 7/1/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know how to winterise my underground sprinkler system. I have a hunter system. I am ... A: Hey Glenn, the best way is to have a tee with a cap installed on the main water line to the ... | |
| Richdel 476PR irrigation system problem | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: Several days ago, I saw one watering zone of my Richdel 476PR irrigation system was running ... A: Hey David, do not hesitate to replace it by yourself. Basically in the back of the controller you ... | |
| Toro GreensKeeper 212 | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I have the "Power Off: symbol showing on my Toro 212 display but the power is actually on. I ... A: Hey David, more than likely the micro-processor is going out in the controller. I would suggest ... | |
| low pressure/ water volume | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: the grass in many areas of my front and back lawn have been receiving much less water recently. ... A: Hey Aaron, My first question would be do all the valves have low pressure? If so, it sounds like ... | |
| Hardie TC-6B Timer system | 6/30/2010 |
| Q: I set only 1 program to run through 4 stations, it runs at the correct time through the 4 stations, ... A: Hey Toni, I would suspect that you have more than one start time entered into the program. Check and ... | |
| Sprinkler System | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: I was on vacation and didn't actually see my sprinkler system operating on the scheduled days. ... A: Hey Jay, more than likely you have a master valve installed on your system, and it is not turning ... | |
| Hunter system will not work until after noon | 6/26/2010 |
| Q: We have a Hunter with a SRC control. It will not come on with a program setting and if you try to ... A: Hey Lorraine, normally if there is a problem with the actual valves, wires, etc. the fuse will ... | |
| Just moved in - 1 zone runs with all zones | 6/25/2010 |
| Q: I just moved into a new house. The basic problem is zone 1 pops up when it should but then instead ... A: Hey Jared, first off, the way a valve works, is that the controller sends a 24 volt charge to the ... | |
| Rain Jet sprinkler timer | 6/20/2010 |
| Q: I don't have model# or a timer cover for that matter but maybe you could guess? I have 6 zones but i ... A: Hey Brian, it could be that your valve #5 is not working or your controller is not sending out a ... | |
| Controller low voltage | 6/18/2010 |
| Q: My rain dial is only sending about 15 volts to my solenoids. The transformer is making 24vac. Do I ... A: Hey Fred, first thing to do is try checking the voltage at the controller outputs. For instance, ... | |
| rainbird system cycling every few minutes | 6/16/2010 |
| Q: I have a rainbird system. I set the zones to run for 10 minutes. The sytem comes on and will stay on ... A: Hey Jamie, I'm not sure what you mean by stay on for 2 minutes, shut down and start up again. Do you ... | |
| sprinkler cycle won's shut off | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4 cycle Hardie system in my front yard and one cycle won't shut off nor respond to the ... A: Hey Tom, you are on the right track. It sounds as though either you have a faulty or stuck solenoid, ... | |
| Richdel 446 - zones | 6/11/2010 |
| Q: I have everything hooked up but all zones come on at the same time. Wires hooked up to separate ... A: Hey Susan, the way the timer is hooked to the valves is as follows. One wire is considered a common ... | |
| Rainjet anti siphon value | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: I have 2 values that are leaking at the top knob valve, I also 1 valve that is leaking at the cap ... A: Hey Larry, I believe home depot carries this brand. What I would do is buy a whole new valve, and ... | |
| imperial-valet timer, 11 station | 6/10/2010 |
| Q: it seems the timer is working, but none of the stations are coming on as it cycles threw. help A: Hey Kevin, first thing I would check, is that the main water valve to the sprinkling system is ... | |
| Electric Sprinkler Valve | 6/4/2010 |
| Q: I just had a sprinkler system installed and it has been working properly. A week later, it rained ... A: Hey Glenn, your valves should be able to work if they are under water or not. The only thing you ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation: 9 FUS error | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Schaefer, I have a Hardie Irrigation 476 PRI system. It has six zones although we use only four. It ... A: Hey Andrew, sorry this has taken awhile, we've had a family emergency, but everything is good now. ... | |
| Nelson smart zone | 6/2/2010 |
| Q: Nelson contol panel is reading Er2 and flashing. Sprinkler system when tested makes a click sound ... A: Hey Pam, sorry this has taken awhile, we've had a family emergency, but all is well now. In the back ... | |
| rainjet rc-204p | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I replaced the battery in this unit and its not programming correctly,All it does is flash. Any ... A: Hey Jay, the only thing I can suggest, is to take out the battery, then disconnect the power for ... | |
| toro greenkeeper 212 | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Toro Greenkeeper 212 timer due to watering restrictions I can only water 3 days a week so I ... A: Hey Greg, what is happening, is that the switch is not making proper contact anymore, and the ... | |
| RainBird ESP16LX | 5/21/2010 |
| Q: I purchased a home with an existing system the controller was struck by lighting it fried it and ... A: Hey Rick, the easiest thing to do, is that when you get a new controller, the Rainbird ESP-16LX, has ... | |
| Richdel 446PR irrigation system won't work | 5/18/2010 |
| Q: I started this system every sping for more than a dozen years w/o problem. I tried, a few times, ... A: Hey Laurene, it sounds like you need a new controller installed and not a new system. I would ... | |
| 9 volt battery | 5/14/2010 |
| Q: We have a Richdel 446 PR. The battery clip broke and I replaced it. Red to + Black to minus. ... A: Hey Bob, the clock will function fine without the battery. All the battery does is hold the memory ... | |
| sprinkler control box | 5/13/2010 |
| Q: Our system seems possessed because it started coming on at will despite our turning the switches ... A: Hey Dorothy, I wish you would have let me know what controller you have.There is a website ... | |
| hardie 9 station control system | 5/12/2010 |
| Q: My problem is that all my zones go off fine, at the proper times, but when it should turn off for ... A: Hey Tyson, it sounds like you have more than one start time programmed in. When you turn the dial to ... | |
| arena watering system | 5/11/2010 |
| Q: Our saddle club wants to install an arena watering system for an arena 150 x 250. They want 4 ... A: Hey Bret, 5000 would be about right. As far as pipe sizes go, if you go up pipe sizes, then you ... | |
| Rainbird - controller okay, but sprinklers won't come on | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: Here's the problem: I have done every setting/test/suggestion with my controller (ESP MODULAR) ... A: Hey George, since you have 4 zones, you would have 4 valves. Normally each valve will have more than ... | |
| Sprinkler Err message | 5/3/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter SRC 600i and when I plugged in the AC power an "ERR" message came up and has for ... A: Hey Jason, I'm a little confused, I didn't realize this controller has a fuse. Anyway, if it is ... | |
| zone not shutting off completely to allow next zone | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: My problem is different than the ones that I keep finding when I search for problems with zones not ... A: Hey Kimberly, it could be a few different things. It could be that zone/valve #5 is not shutting off ... | |
| arena watering system | 5/2/2010 |
| Q: Our saddle club wants to install an arena watering system for an arena 150 x 250. They want 4 ... A: Hey Bret, the first problem, is that these heads would have to throw about 75 feet. You could get a ... | |
| Control box issue? | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Richdel 446PRi control box. It must be about 16 years old, which I think is pretty good ... A: Hey Kasey, is this guy using a "gold plated" controller? First of all you do not need a rain sensor ... | |
| Rainbird - controller okay, but sprinklers won't come on | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: Here's the problem: I have done every setting/test/suggestion with my controller (ESP MODULAR) ... A: Hey Gearge, you are on the right track, you need to find your valves. You probably either #1 need to ... | |
| Irrigation system lightning strike | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: I believe my controller was struck by lightning. How would I know for sure before buying a new ... A: Hey Art, best way to test controller, is just see if it is operating properly. If you are not ... | |
| RD-900 | 5/1/2010 |
| Q: My irrigation controller turns on almost every day. I have it programmed for coming on at 4:00 AM ... A: Hey Larry, the controller will run all three programs A,B,and C no matter where the A,B,C switch is ... | |
| hardie timmer | 4/30/2010 |
| Q: i went to the control panel and and the lcd was dead no numbers nothing i changed the battery still ... A: Hey Verej, your controller is damaged and needs to be replaced. Also at the same time, you might ... | |
| selonoid/current common wire | 4/29/2010 |
| Q: I checked all current to the 2 wires on the 4 selonoids in valve box and all was good, I then ... A: Hey Jenelle, Hook up the common wire to the bad set of valves, but then disconnect the 4 other hot ... | |
| system wont turn on | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I cannot get the system to turn on automatically or manually. If I go outside I can turn it on by ... A: Hey Chris, if you can turn the valves on by the automatic valve, then you have water to the valves. ... | |
| selonoid/current common wire | 4/28/2010 |
| Q: I checked all current to the 2 wires on the 4 selonoids in valve box and all was good, I then ... A: Hey Jenelle, when I say turn on another zone, I mean by the controller. How are you checking for ... | |
| irrigation controllers | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: We have an Irritrol HR 6100. I'm attempting to set it up for this season, and after I've programmed ... A: Hey Kathryn, I would check valve #2 solenoid , and see if it is shorting out he controller. Also ... | |
| irrigation sprinkler valve | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: In the past I have replaced the solenoid and diagraphms whenever the sprinklers would not turn off ... A: Hey Tony, it sounds as though either the controller is starting to fail, or you have a bad wire or ... | |
| selonoid/current common wire | 4/27/2010 |
| Q: I checked all current to the 2 wires on the 4 selonoids in valve box and all was good, I then ... A: Hey Jenelle, you are only going to get a current reading on one solenoid, because this is the only ... | |
| irrigation system problem | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: I have an underground irrigation system. I turned the system off last two weeks when my husband ... A: Hey Jane, it sounds as though either the main water line to the sprinklers is turned off, or there ... | |
| system not working | 4/26/2010 |
| Q: My Toro Greenkeeper 212 is about 10 years old. I have never had a problem before. I turned it on ... A: Hey Joe, that stem that you are talking about is called a flow control knob. You need to make sure ... | |
| 2 common wires update | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: I replaced 2 selonoids and ran a 3 minute sysstem check and all was fine, I programed system to run ... A: Hey Jenelle, it could be just one solenoid (more than likely) or it could be 2 or 3 or 4. If you can ... | |
| rainbird Esp modular controller | 4/25/2010 |
| Q: the unit goes through it's program and automatically recycles. Second problem, I cannot turn off ... A: Hey Randy, if the controller is cycling a second time, then more than likely you have a second start ... | |
| 2 common wires | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I replaced 2 selonoids and ran a 3 minute sysstem check and all was fine, I programed system to run ... A: Hey Jenelle, your on the right track, one of those common wires (more than likely) runs to one valve ... | |
| system not working | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: My Toro Greenkeeper 212 is about 10 years old. I have never had a problem before. I turned it on ... A: Hey Joe, I might need a little more information. Are all the zones weak in pressure, or is it only 1 ... | |
| Irritrol Controller or Field wiring | 4/24/2010 |
| Q: I have an irritrol total control controller and 12 zones on a large commercial property. I have two ... A: hey Scott, have you checked the diaphrams in these valves? It could be that the diaphrams are ... | |
| Hunter Pro C | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter Pro C and it has no error code says the zones are running but nothing is on.They all ... A: Hey Bryan, I would think that somehow your common wire ( the wire that runs to all the valves) is ... | |
| AC symbol | 4/21/2010 |
| Q: I replaced 2 selonoids and ran a 3 minute sysstem check and all was fine, I programed system to run ... A: Hey Jenelle, there is a reset button on the back of the front panel, you need to unhinge the right ... | |
| Zone won't turn off | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: One of the zones in our irrigation system won't shut off even when the system is off. I have to turn ... A: Hey paul, on of the valves is stuck open. Each zone is controlled by a separate automatic valve.What ... | |
| Hunter Pro C | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter Pro C sprinkler system. It is set up for 7 zones. It has worked fine for 6 years. ... A: Hey Tara, I'm a little confused. One valve should run one zone. I do not understand when you say, ... | |
| Hardie HD-6100 | 4/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a hardie hd-6100 six zone system and need to replace one or two of the control valves. Are ... A: Hey Russell, almost any brand valve can be rebuilt (use the guts). I would suggest sticking with a ... | |
| irrigation filters | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: We have a 2" irrigation line and need to put a filter on it. A 2" filter is big about 24" high can ... A: Hey Al, they do make a jumbo valve box that should be big enough for the filter to fit in( I'm ... | |
| Rain Bird | 4/4/2010 |
| Q: System is reading off. I have changed 3 volt battery and fuse. The system seemed to react for ... A: not knowing what model Rainbird controller you have, I'm going to assume a few things. If the ... | |
| head not rise | 4/3/2010 |
| Q: one of the head in a zone (5 heads total in this zone) does not rise. The rest of 4 heads works ok. ... A: Hey zlo, more than likely you have debris down in the bottom of the head, or in the nipple below the ... | |
| Rain Dial | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have programed my rain dial Harde every things programs right and when I set it to run the ... A: Hey Mitch, does the clock start flashing "off" when a valve starts to come on? If it does, then you ... | |
| Hunter Pro C | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter Pro C sprinkler system. It is set up for 7 zones. It has worked fine for 6 years. ... A: Hey Tara, I would suspect that the diaphram in this valve is starting to wear out. I would suggest ... | |
| Sprinklers not working | 4/2/2010 |
| Q: Jim, Just recently bought a house and the prev owner demonstrated the sprinkler system and it worked ... A: Hey Greg, just so I am clear on everything. First when you turn the solenoid on manually, the valve ... | |
| adjust rotation on nelson 6000 sprinkler head | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a nelson 6000 sprinkler head which rotated approximately 70 degrees. My husband tried to ... A: Hey Pamela, Nelson was bought by Signature Control Systems. Go to www.signaturecontrolsystems.com ... | |
| Sprinkler head seeping | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I've had a small amount of water seeping from one of my sprinkler heads. I bought a new solenoid, ... A: Hey Jane, normally if a head is seeping water, it means that the valve is not shuuting off all the ... | |
| Sprinkling on a day when the it's supposed to be off. | 4/1/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hardie HR - 6100. I water 3 times a week (Saturday, Tuesday, and Thursday). The other days ... A: Hey Fred, this controller has 2 programs A and C. If you have program A set for your desired times, ... | |
| Hardie HHA-11272 Sprinker Controller | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hardie HHA-11272 Sprinker Controller. None of the sprinkers will come on. I have removed ... A: Hey Dave, first thing I would check, is if the controller is working properly. To do this, turn a ... | |
| re:sprinkler system on a well | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: I am on a 3 acre lot and our groundwater is only 3 feet down. I am wanting a average front and back ... A: Hey Richard, yes you can water with the hose. There are a number of different sprinklers at the ... | |
| sprinklers wont operate | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: have an irritrol system that has always worked fine. Had it turned off for the winter. Turned on ... A: Hey Cam, the first two things I would check, would be if you have water pressure going to the ... | |
| Rain Dial controller, blank screen | 3/28/2010 |
| Q: My exterior Rain Dial controller is not functioning and the display screen is blank. There is power ... A: Hey Jim, first thing I would check would be the 9 volt battery. Take the battery out and then power ... | |
| anti-siphon | 3/24/2010 |
| Q: the anti siphon valve is new. all of my sprinkler valves are the kind with anti siphon built in and ... A: Hey Shawn, first off, if your automatic valves have an anti-siphon on them, you wouldn't need a main ... | |
| Hardie Valve | 3/22/2010 |
| Q: I am having trouble locating a Hardie Valve replacement kit in the Spring/Houston area. Can you ... A: Hey Gene, I would check to see if you have a "Ewing" store in your area, they are in the southern ... | |
| Toro ecx info. | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I lost my instruction manual. for the Toro ecx, and had a power outage. can I get info for resetting ... A: Hey Robert, you either have more than "one" start time in a program, or your seasonal adjust is ... | |
| valves | 3/20/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 valve system. The no.2 and 4 valves are having the same problem. Not enough presure to ... A: Hey M, make sure that you have installed the diaphram the correct way. you need to make sure that ... | |
| valves | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: I have a 5 valve system. The no.2 and 4 valves are having the same problem. Not enough presure to ... A: Hey M, very simple, you need to replace the diaphrams in these valves. Go to irrigationtutorials.com ... | |
| Water Hammer | 3/19/2010 |
| Q: Jim, I've reviewed most of the questions on this site but did not see one that addressed my issue. I ... A: Hey Shawn, it does sound as though you have low water pressure. A system can be designed, and still ... | |
| hardie rd-600 | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I turned on the system and nothing happens,the contol panel seems to be ok no errors,it allows me to ... A: Hey Joann, first thing I would check, is that you have power to the controller. If you have a good 9 ... | |
| Irritol Control model TC-6IN-B | 3/14/2010 |
| Q: I'm having trouble reseating I have the 9 volt out and can't program with just the Trans in. My ... A: Hey Erik, you can put the dial to "manual-single station" and press the "off" button, and you should ... | |
| Toro Greenkeeper 212 fault | 3/10/2010 |
| Q: we have just relocated our controller & valves for our greenkeeper. On turning the controller on ... A: Hey Dave, I would suggest taking the backup battery out of the controller, and then power down the ... | |
| Richdel 476 PR | 3/9/2010 |
| Q: No LED light up. Power to unit ok. Is ther a fuse somewher in the circut? Our little gecko ... A: Hey Hollis, there are no fuses in this unit. I would suggest taking out the battery, and turning off ... | |
| Sprinkler system not working | 3/5/2010 |
| Q: I have 6 zones on a Hunter Pro-C controller. None of the zones will come on. If I turn them on ... A: Hey Art, if you have a 9 volt battery installed in the controller, even if you don't have power to ... | |
| Watts 800M4 QT | 3/3/2010 |
| Q: I live in Nebraska and I am a novice when it comes to irrigation systems. Last fall I neglected to ... A: Hey Aaron, what I would suggest is called a retrofit kit. It comes with the bonnet and also the ... | |
| Rainbird system adding external switch | 3/1/2010 |
| Q: I am getting ready to install a rainbird SST-600i system using water from a lake with a pump and ... A: Hey Bill, the easiest solution, would be to install a remote control sensor in the controller. this ... | |
| septic nelsonsmartzone tm ez | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: display lcd is showing a er2 how or what do i needs to do to correct the problem A: Hey Charles, in the troubleshooting guide to this controller, it says if er2 appears, then you have ... | |
| Pump cycling on and off | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have a 4our zone irrigation system run by a Rainbird programer. Pump started to cycle so I ... A: Hey Kevin, normally if a system runs off a pump, it will have a relay (switch) that is wired to the ... | |
| rainbird rc-7bi controller | 2/24/2010 |
| Q: I have put my controller in manual by just rotating to the zone I wanted. I have set it for 20 ... A: Hey Mike, yes it's the motor. There are 2 motors in this controller, one keeps the time of day, and ... | |
| RC-7Bi | 2/18/2010 |
| Q: I have an Rc-7bi controller that will not advance to the next zone. It was working fine before the ... A: Hey Jeremy, if all the functions work fine except for the advance, then the problem is in the switch ... | |
| orbit timer | 2/15/2010 |
| Q: My son bought a house that has a orbit timer 6 station. When we try to turn it on manually from the ... A: Hey Kathi, more than likely the solenoids are shorting out the controller. The solenoids are fairly ... | |
| irrigation system won't turn on | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: What has changed in my system? I have a Rainbird ESP-4TM, running a little 3 station lawn that ... A: Hey Michael, what I would suggest, is go to your automatic valves, and there should be a bleed screw ... | |
| Rain dial controller cant be programed | 2/13/2010 |
| Q: I have a rain dial controller on my house sprinkler system and it cant be programed. I used to be ... A: Hey Ian, the first thing I would suggest, would be to take the 9 volt battery out of the unit, and ... | |
| Rain Jet solenoids | 2/12/2010 |
| Q: I have four rain jet solenoids RJ711 Classic 3/4". Two of them have cracked in a circle around where ... A: Hey Gary, the valves you are talking about are about the cheapest valve you can buy, and would not ... | |
| rain barrels or cistern | 2/11/2010 |
| Q: How difficult and how expensive would it be to add either a cistern or rain barrels to a pre ... A: Hey Buck, the cost would probably run from $500.00 to $1000.00 depending on how big of a pump and ... | |
| Replacement of obsolete Hardie HR 6100 controller | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: Jim, I have a Hardie 6100 controller and had the same problem as Steve (zone will not shut off). I ... A: Hey Bill, this particular model (Hardie 6100) has been modified over the years, and has changed ... | |
| heads per valve | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I have 85psi and 20 GPM. Can I run 10 Rainbird 2.5 inch popup heads with that? A: Hey Jeff, I hope this helps. Each head you use needs a nozzle for it. A nozzle is simply a piece ... | |
| Valve Box | 2/9/2010 |
| Q: I would like to know how the underground sprinkling valve box is held in place. Thank you. A: Hey Joe, basically the valve box is just a thick piece of plastic. A hole is dug for the valves, and ... | |
| Noise when opening sprinkler valves. | 2/2/2010 |
| Q: Wondering how to get rid of what sounds to be air inside sprinkler circuit. Everytime I open either ... A: Hey Jesse, I hope this helps. 60 psi does not sound like a excessive amount of pressure. 80 plus psi ... | |
| Sprinklers won't turn off | 2/1/2010 |
| Q: Sprinkler system won't turn off unless I turn the water valve off. It will only cycle to the next ... A: Hey Doreen, I'm sorry but I might need more information. When you say you replaced the valve, what ... | |
| Rainbird ESP 16-LX Plus | 1/30/2010 |
| Q: The correct day will not display when I reset the time and date. It registers a day ahead of what it ... A: Hey Marie, I hope this helps. What I would suggest, is to clear the existing programs, and start ... | |
| Irritrol KwikDial | 1/27/2010 |
| Q: My quikdial has time, date and zones all correct but i am unable to set the run time on any of the ... A: Hey Paul, in the back of the controller, where the wires connect to the terminal strip, on the far ... | |
| Richdel Sprinkler System | 1/25/2010 |
| Q: I have just brought a house which already has an automated sprinkler system. It has 15 stations but ... A: Hey Josh, there should be a separate valve near the main turn off valve to your house (above ... | |
| Remote flow control valve | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I am looking for a wireless remote electric flow control valve. Need to be able to adjust the amount ... A: Hey Harry, at one time a company called Dig irrigation products was trying to develop a wireless ... | |
| 1 zone operates all the time | 1/21/2010 |
| Q: I have 5 stations on my system. Station 2 comes on with all the other 4 stations. I have disconected ... A: Hey Steve, I hope this helps. It sounds like it could be one of two things. If your system has a ... | |
| standing water after new installation | 1/13/2010 |
| Q: I just had a sprinkler system installed last week and it was winterized and shut down after I was ... A: Hey DMF, is the side that seems to have water on the north side of the house? Sometimes if the yard ... | |
| Hunter EC contoller off and pump runs | 1/8/2010 |
| Q: I have a Hunter EC controller hooked up to a wellpoint/pump with 2 stations. I used to use the pump ... A: Hey Shane, I hope this helps. Basically what the relay is, is a switch. Normally the switch (relay) ... | |
| rainjet valves | 1/5/2010 |
| Q: I have a system that is using 3/4" rainjet classic valves. I have been told this company doesnt ... A: Hey Roy, I'm not exactly sure if you can buy repair parts anymore for the Rainjet valves, but you ... | |
| rainbird rc-1260Bi | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: I have 8 zones active on the 12 zone cycle wheel. 7 of the zones activate when the wheel moves to ... A: Hey Chuck, I hope this helps. If the control wheel is stopping at zone #8, but he valve is not ... | |
| Blowing out system | 12/31/2009 |
| Q: Jim I installed a sprinkling system two years ago. I did everything my self i have six zones and it ... A: Hey Aaron, with this small of tank, you will have to pressure up each valve, and turn them on one at ... | |
| Richdel 476PRi Controller | 12/21/2009 |
| Q: The above controller is "acting" like everything is fine, but none of the 6 channels are coming on. ... A: Hey Doug, what I would suggest, is first check if the controller is putting out the correct voltage ... | |
| All Modes Working Incorrectly | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Jim I have an IRRITROL RD 900 EXT controller that is not working in manual or semi-auto modes and ... A: Hey Peter, you need to replace the controller panel. If you look in the back of the controller, you ... | |
| Hunter Controller No Display | 12/19/2009 |
| Q: Following a power outage in the neighborhood, there is now no display on my Hunter XC irrigation ... A: Hey Tammy, in the lower wiring compartment, there shouls be a reset button. I would suggest trying ... | |
| Frozen Backflow preventer | 12/16/2009 |
| Q: After a recent freeze and thaw, I noticed that water was free flowing through the vent on my ... A: Hey Robert, usually what happens is when the ice expands, it cracks the poppet assembly, and then it ... | |
| Total Control Failing to Close Program | 12/14/2009 |
| Q: A previous owner in my home in Melbourne Australia installed this Hardie Total Control irrigation ... A: Hey Paul, I hope this helps. Usually when a this happens, it means that you have programmed in more ... | |
| Pump draws from 2 sources - what solenoid vavles do I need | 12/8/2009 |
| Q: my irrigation pump is supplied from a tank (0 to 2 metres above the pump) and a pond (1.5 metres ... A: Hey Mreight, I hope this helps. Any solenoid valve will require at least 15psi behind the valve, for ... | |
| sprinklers in slope | 11/25/2009 |
| Q: We just redid our backyard due to installation of a pool We live on a hill and therefore have a ... A: Hey Susan, I hope this helps. I would suggest putting in a drip system, if all you need to water is ... | |
| leaky solenoid valve | 11/15/2009 |
| Q: Gday. I live in South Australia , Australia. I have a six station Hydro rain pop up sprinkler system ... A: Hey James, I hope this helps. Yes you can buy just the diaphram (rubber piece) for the valve. You ... | |
| Rain Bird esp 6tm | 11/12/2009 |
| Q: Digital display says PR OFF. The circuit works, just wondering what this means? Thanks A: Hey Helen, when the display shows you PR OFF this means that either there is no 110 volt power to ... | |
| Hunter Ind EC Controller | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: Jim every time I program this controller I only want station 2 to have a start time and a run time ... A: Hey Paul, I'm sorry but I'm a little confused about you question. When you are talking about ... | |
| sprinkler issue | 11/11/2009 |
| Q: I am a new home owner and am having trouble this my sprinkler system. I can not seem to be able to ... A: Hey Dove, I hope this helps. Your problem is not in the controller, but in one of your automatic ... | |
| Orbit Water Master Model 57606 | 11/7/2009 |
| Q: Moved into home with above time clock but no instructions. I have only the need for 2 stations; #1 ... A: Hey Paulie, Ihope this helps. First thing to do is under the #1 slide switch, set the A,B,C switch ... | |
| Hunter Pro C | 11/4/2009 |
| Q: My LCD screen is only partially "printing". Makes it impossible to program etc. Any experience with ... A: Hey Denis, my only suggestion would be take out the battery, and power off the controller for about ... | |
| Rain Bird Controller | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Can I replace my ESP 6TM myself, or should I hire a professional? I think I need a new controller ... A: Hey Judy, it sounds like maybe you have a short in the system. Do any of the stations work? Try to ... | |
| Rain Bird Controller | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Can I replace my ESP 6TM myself, or should I hire a professional? I think I need a new controller ... A: Hey Judy, I hope this helps. It is not very hard to replace this controller. The main thing, is that ... | |
| 1 station not running | 11/1/2009 |
| Q: Last summer all stations where working fine. This summer 1 station will not run. I have changed the ... A: Hey Kathy, I hope this helps. It sounds like you need to replace the diaphram in the valve. This is ... | |
| RD 900 FUS | 10/31/2009 |
| Q: I noticed my lawn was dry and checked the RD 900 panel; it reports FUS and shows all circuits (1-5). ... A: Hey Tony, I hope this helps. More than likely, you have a common field wire that is shorting out on ... | |
| Effect of Power out on controller | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: My sprinkler controller is an Irritrol Rain Dial-1200. I went on vacation for 17 days and when I ... A: Hey Sabrina, yes the controller would be able to finish the watering cycle. Without knowing how the ... | |
| EC HUNTER Irrigatin system | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: The system will not turn on automatically or with manual. the message on the screen is a backwards ... A: Hey Debbie, I hope this helps. First thing to check is to make sure you are getting power to the ... | |
| Effect of Power out on controller | 10/20/2009 |
| Q: My sprinkler controller is an Irritrol Rain Dial-1200. I went on vacation for 17 days and when I ... A: Hey Sabrina, I hope this helps. My question to you would be "how did you get the valve to shut off?" ... | |
| Nelson SmartZone EZ 8532 | 10/19/2009 |
| Q: The LCD display is working but the symbol indicating "NO A/C POWER" is on & sprinklers won't fire ... A: Hey Margaret, I hope this helps. If you are getting this display "NO A/C power, the first thing to ... | |
| Rainbird Sprinkler System | 10/18/2009 |
| Q: A sprinkler system was installed on our hillside a number of years ago (5). It is linked to a Toro ... A: I hope this helps. Normally when a system is installed, there should be a shut off valve just for ... | |
| Winterizing sprinkler system | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird sprinkler system with Richdel 711A, 3/4 valves at my house. Can you instruct me ... A: Hey Roger, without actually seeing how the system was installed (drains, tee for blow out, automatic ... | |
| start times and run times | 10/13/2009 |
| Q: I recently inherited a Hardie Touch Command XL which is several years old and is used to water an ... A: Hey Daniel, I hope this helps. What you would need to do is leave your current program (lets say it ... | |
| Sprinkler system running intermittent | 10/7/2009 |
| Q: I have an Irritrol Kwikdial irrigation system, it was installed 5 years ago and it was running ... A: Hey Val, I hope this helps. The battery symbol means the controller is re-charging the internal ... | |
| winterizing | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a rain bird esp 16 LX plus I have drain the water and the next step is to blow the heads I ... A: Hey Dave, I hope this helps. Once you get the air compressor hooked up, turn each valve manually at ... | |
| Cavitation or turbulence in PRV valves | 10/6/2009 |
| Q: I am installing a Griswold Model 2285 Pressure reducing-surge anticipation valve- in a 4in line. The ... A: Hey Jim, my first question would be why do you have to raise this pipe? Can't you just get a deeper ... | |
| Irrigation start-up | 10/4/2009 |
| Q: I need to find out the start-up sequence for an irrigation system as how it would be found in a ... A: Hey Anita, this is what I would suggest. Go to www.Rainbird.com, and under controllers, you can find ... | |
| Manual mode not working | 10/3/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie TC-15B system, using 8 zones. The system was used several times this year. Trying to ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. When you say you touch the wire to the transformer, are you touching the ... | |
| Watering Zone Won't Run | 10/2/2009 |
| Q: Jim, Sorry if this is too wordy, but this problem is driving me crazy. I have one particular zone ... A: Hey Scot, it sounds like you have done everything right. Usually what you are describing, is because ... | |
| loss of pressure in irrigation system | 9/30/2009 |
| Q: I have 10 year old 18-station system, an Irritrol Total Control controller and a strange problem. ... A: Hey Barbara, I hope this helps. When the system is running, and the pressure starts to go down, is ... | |
| Controller | 9/28/2009 |
| Q: I just purchased a (used) home with a Hardie Rain Dial controller system. I had the local electric ... A: Hey Stuart, I hope this helps. When you checked your voltage, are you getting a good or a bad ... | |
| Irritrol Total Controller Error Code | 9/25/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have a 6 zone total control controller made by Irritrol. No zones will run. The screen has an ... A: Hey Jim, I hope this helps. The first thing I would check is if it has a relay hooked up to the ... | |
| back flow preventer | 9/22/2009 |
| Q: If my back flow preventer is bad would I get a slight brown water when I first turn on faucets in ... A: Hey Jan, all I can think of, is if you have more than one connection to the sprinkling system. When ... | |
| Voltage excitation to the lawn solenoids | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: my system is about 12 years old. the control box is a RD1200. The solenoid assemblies are 205S. The ... A: Hey Tony, I hope this helps. If you are getting 24 volts at the transformer, then your transformer ... | |
| Hardie control | 9/21/2009 |
| Q: I have four zones lawn sprinklers. The controller is 12 zone hardie. The system is set to start at ... A: Hey Ravi, I hope this helps. You probably have more thab one start time programmed into the ... | |
| Leaking Hardie valve | 9/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a 1-1/2" Hardie in line sprinkler valve that has a constant slow leak. The leak continues ... A: Hey Rod, I hope this helps. If you turn down the flow control stem and the valve continues to seep ... | |
| valve controller funky | 9/17/2009 |
| Q: Have a James Hardie Rain Dial (~15 yrs old). Only one station operates (A) regardless of settings ... A: Hey James, It's time to get a new controller. "Hardie" was bought by "Irri-trol" and they still make ... | |
| Is this a gravity drain system | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a house in KS and know I have to winterize the sprinkler system in a couple of months. ... A: Hey Michael, I hope this helps. Normally if the system can be drained without being blown out, there ... | |
| rainbird time clock | 9/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a rainbird time clock and the pump will not come on by the clock,it only comes on by an on ... A: Hey Verne, I hope this helps. For a pump to run off a time clock, it must have a 24 volt relay ... | |
| Hardie RD 900 inground irrigation system | 9/15/2009 |
| Q: For the past 6 months or so, the clock on our system seems to constantly change itself from p.m. to ... A: Hey Mary, this controller does not allow you to set a 24 hour (millitary time) clock. As far as the ... | |
| Toro system won't run | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: I moved into a house with an existing Toro sprinkler system. I had a company start it up the last ... A: Hey David, I probably wasn't clear the first time I answered you. If this valve is working ... | |
| back flow preventer | 9/14/2009 |
| Q: If my back flow preventer is bad would I get a slight brown water when I first turn on faucets in ... A: Hey Jan, I hope this helps. The easiest thing to do, is to turn the main valve off that feeds the ... | |
| Rainbird 1800 series pop-up spray nozzle | 9/13/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced a spray nozzle attachment on a 4" pop up valve and noticed in order to set the spray ... A: Hey Dave, I hope this helps. You are correct in the fact that the nozzle needs to be tightened all ... | |
| Single pop-up sprinkler with extremely low pressure | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: I have about six zones set up in my backyard using Rain Bird pop-up spray heads. All the sprinklers ... A: Hey Brad, I hope this helps. I would suspect that you have a restriction in the fitting down below ... | |
| Toro Super 800 Rotor Key | 9/11/2009 |
| Q: Jim: Is their a tool other than the Rotor Key that can be used to adjust the water flow on the Toro ... A: Hey Jim, I believe the Toro Super 800 just takes a regular small slotted screwdriver. The key is a ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation Sprinkler System | 9/10/2009 |
| Q: I use two automated Hardie Irrigation Sprinkler Syestems (front & back) & noticed recently that ... A: Hey Brian, I might need a little more info. When the #1 station turns on, how do you get it to shut ... | |
| Irritrol MC-PLUS | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I can reset all things on the program, cycle start, run times, but I can't reset the "on days" and ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. It sounds like you have entered a 1 day calendar, instead of a 7 day ... | |
| 400' water line to garden | 9/8/2009 |
| Q: I'd like to get water to a garden i have on the far side of my property. It's a 400' run from the ... A: Hey Paul, I would think if you are only going to hook up 2 heads(less than 6 gallons per minute) the ... | |
| Orbit Underground Irrigation Control Valves | 9/7/2009 |
| Q: The box cover in the ground says Orbit Underground Irrigation Control Valves...it is full of water. ... A: Hey Diane, I hope this helps. Inside the valve box will be your automatic valves that run the ... | |
| Disabling 2 sprinkler heads | 9/6/2009 |
| Q: We have a Rainbird ESP Modular, 4 years old. Just put in a sidewalk next to garage and want to ... A: Hey Chris, you are correct. You can dig down to the pipe underneath the heads, and you will see a ... | |
| water pipes | 9/3/2009 |
| Q: I have attached a photo of the hill behind our house. As you can see, the water from the pipe ... A: Hey David, this pipe will not have any pressure on it, so you can just glue the pvc together. I ... | |
| Pressure release valve | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I set up a solenoid sprinkler control system for my father a few years ago. The controller ... A: Hey Gary, I hope this helps. Yes there is such a thing, but it is called a pressure "relief" valve. ... | |
| water pipes | 9/2/2009 |
| Q: I have attached a photo of the hill behind our house. As you can see, the water from the pipe ... A: Hey David, I can't really see the pipe you are talking about in the picture. Is it just a drainage ... | |
| Hardie controller short | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: My 12 year old Hardie 12 valve controller is giving me a "short" error message. After reading some ... A: Hey Dennis, Did you take the wire off of terminal #1 when you turned it on manually? If you did and ... | |
| adding to a system | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I recently bought a house that has an irrigation system. The coverage is decent, but spotty in some ... A: Hey Brian, I hope this helps. It depends on how many gallons per minute you are getting that will ... | |
| Pressure in Valves too low | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm in southern CA. My irrigation system was professionally installed 13 years ago, with valves, ... A: Hey Karen, I hope this helps. When the new valve was installed, was it installed with the water flow ... | |
| Hardie controller short | 9/1/2009 |
| Q: My 12 year old Hardie 12 valve controller is giving me a "short" error message. After reading some ... A: Hey Dennis, thanks for the info. Try this, take out the battery from the panel(if there is one ... | |
| Hardie controller short | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: My 12 year old Hardie 12 valve controller is giving me a "short" error message. After reading some ... A: Hey Dennis, I hope this helps. Are you getting a "short" error message no matter what valve you turn ... | |
| Hunter irrigation problem | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hunter irrigation system for two years. Controller is a pro-c with a submersible pump. I ... A: Hey Steve, I hope this helps. Did you disconnect the old wires from the pump start terminal on the ... | |
| Pressure in Valves too low | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I'm in southern CA. My irrigation system was professionally installed 13 years ago, with valves, ... A: Hey Karen, I hope this helps. I would be 99% sure, that the diaphrams in these valves are starting ... | |
| Orbit Sunmate 94932 irrigation system | 8/31/2009 |
| Q: I installed the Orbit Sunmate 94932 irrigation system with 3 stations and 7 sprinklers about 2 years ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. It sounds as if your valves are not opening all the way, especially if ... | |
| Sprinkler valves causing loud knocking | 8/30/2009 |
| Q: Since repairing a leak in one of my valves (2 boxes, 3 valves ea.) when the systems tries to shut ... A: Hey Erick, I hope this helps. A pressure regulator would help if your pressure is too high. Any ... | |
| Low water pressure at drippers | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I recently installed a single station drip system. I used an anti-siphon valve and a pressure ... A: Hey Al, I hope this helps. I would suspect the pressure regulator is the problem. Normally if it is ... | |
| sprinkler won't turn off | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: one of My sprinkler heads won't turn off. I read that it could be a valve or solenoid thats bad.How ... A: Hey Rob, I hope this helps. I'm assuming by saying the head won't turn off, it either runs a little ... | |
| One zone malfunctioning | 8/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a irrigation system with 9 zones. 8 zones work great. 1 zone has suddenly stopped producing ... A: Hey Gary, I hope this helps. You are correct, the valve is not opening up properly. You can either ... | |
| trouble with sprinkler controller | 8/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toro controller. It has started blowing the 1 1/2 amp fuse. There is also a 3/4 which is ... A: Hey MIke, you are correct. What you need is called a wire tracer (valve locator). What this does, ... | |
| irrigation pump | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: i need to know why i have to go up and flip the switch on the pump every time i turn the sprinklers ... A: Hey Ethan, I hope this helps. I don't know exactly how you have your pump set up, but normally you ... | |
| Rain Bird 5000 Plus Sprinkler Won't Pop Down | 8/16/2009 |
| Q: As the subject stated, one of my Rain Bird 5000 Plus Sprinkler heads will not go back into the ... A: Hey Jacque, I hope this helps. The 5000 plus rotor heads are warranted for 5 years. It sounds as if ... | |
| Controller fuse blows at station five | 8/14/2009 |
| Q: My hunter system was acting up. I discovered that the .75 amp fuse was blown. I replaced the fuse ... A: Hey Larry, I hope this helps. Depending on what brand valve you have, most valves can be opened ... | |
| trouble with sprinkler controller | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toro controller. It has started blowing the 1 1/2 amp fuse. There is also a 3/4 which is ... A: Hey Mike, I hope this helps. When this fuse blows, it means either you have a short in the field ... | |
| Multiple solenoids - one ground wire | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I was able to identify the whire wire as the ground or common wire in the panel. Because the panel ... A: Hey Barb, you are correct. You can hook them all together with one wire nut. FYI, they do make wire ... | |
| Can still use old pipes? | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a normal 30-year-old residential lawn system I want to upgrade. I want new valves and such. ... A: Hey Richard, I would recommend just staying with a good residential valve. Normally a comercial or ... | |
| No Power - Hydro Rain HR 6100 | 8/13/2009 |
| Q: I have an old Hydro Rain HR6100 with pump start. I also have an old house that still runs off fuse ... A: Hey Linda, a good controller should only run you about $100.00 to $125.00. Install labor should be ... | |
| My dog chewed my irrigation wires - help! | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: My puppy chewed through most of the 6 valves wires. I do not know what to connect to what - help! ... A: Hey Barb, I hope this helps. First thing you need to do, is look in the back of the controller, and ... | |
| Can still use old pipes? | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a normal 30-year-old residential lawn system I want to upgrade. I want new valves and such. ... A: I hope this helps. I would re- use the pvc pipes, and just replace the valves and heads. As far as ... | |
| Error Message | 8/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie Irrigation Total Control 9 zone controller for my irrigation system. The controller ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. First off, when you cut power to the controller, have you taken out the ... | |
| Pressure Regulator for sprinklers | 8/11/2009 |
| Q: Approximate. 7 years ago I had my sprinkler system updated in the front yard with 3/4 plastic pipes ... A: Hey Kay, I hope this helps. You should safely be able to run up to 100psi through your system ... | |
| dead grass at sprinkler heads | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: My grass is dying in (approx) a 3 foot radius around my sprinklers (pop-up style, adjustable head, ... A: Hey Steve, I hope this helps. Most sprinklers do not get good coverage by the head themselves. You ... | |
| Irrigation Valve will not turn on | 8/10/2009 |
| Q: I have been having problems with the 1st zone of my sprinkler system which has not worked ever since ... A: Hey Mario, I hope this helps. You have done everything correctly. It is obvious that the controller ... | |
| Low pressure | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: We prepared our backyard for grass. Brought in dirt and tested the existing sprinkler system- all ... A: Hey Dean, I hope this helps. I would suspect that either you have a leak in one of the pipes, or one ... | |
| Adjusting sprinkler heads | 8/9/2009 |
| Q: A number of things. I have a sprinkler that will not pop up any longer. It does not appear to be ... A: Hey Bill, I hope this helps. Most the time when a head stops turning on its own, it has been ... | |
| No Power Rain Bird ESP-6TM | 8/8/2009 |
| Q: Can you point me in the right direction? I replaced the fuse which was blown with a new one and ... A: Hey Christian, I hope this helps. Any irrigation supply store should carry the transformer you need. ... | |
| Hydro Rain HR 6100 | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: Our system allows 2 programs (A&C) but we use only program A. When power went off last Monday, ... A: Hey Ruth, I hope this helps. First of all, the letters you are seeing(IR,CA,SC,CA etc.) mean ... | |
| zone 2 not working | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: ok here goes. i recently took over a ball park. i been searching the place for all sprinkler heads ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. First I'm going to assume that the pump has a relay that is hooked to ... | |
| Hunter EC Controller | 8/6/2009 |
| Q: I am using a Hunter EC inside controller. It starts a second time after the first is completed. I ... A: Hey Billy, I hope this helps. For some reason the first answer didn't go through. It is very simple, ... | |
| Rain Dial p/n 670301 | 8/2/2009 |
| Q: I have an old rain dial to control our outdoor sprinklers. It has been working great until ... A: Hey Yach, I would save the headache of trying to fix this controller, and just buy a new panel for ... | |
| Sprinkler valves | 8/1/2009 |
| Q: I'm looking for a sprinkler valve that will open without any significant water pressure behind it. ... A: Hey Rick, I hope this helps. Toro makes an automatic valve called the EZ-Flo series that operates ... | |
| Rainbird 1804 PRS Sam Heaads | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have recently installed 14 of these heads, 7 per zone on brand new vales that were conveniently ... A: Hey Joe, I hope this helps. It could be a number of issues, but I'm going to assume that the system ... | |
| Hardie Programmable Sprinkler System won't turn off! | 7/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie Irrigation 604201 programmer for my sprinkler system. I have programmed the ... A: Hey Tanya, I hope this helps. It is very simple, all you need to do, is eliminate all of your start ... | |
| Self Draining Sprinklers vs. Traditional | 7/30/2009 |
| Q: We will be hiring a contractor to put in a lawn sprinkler in our .25 acre yard. We've heard ... A: Hey Paula, I hope this helps. The only water that drains from the system, is when the system shuts ... | |
| Setting Toro vision 1 sprinkler head | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to set the heads on my toro vision 1 sprinkler system. I've figured out how to adjust how ... A: Hey Bill, for some reason I never received any pictures. Anyway, normally on the Toro rotor heads ... | |
| Setting Toro vision 1 sprinkler head | 7/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm trying to set the heads on my toro vision 1 sprinkler system. I've figured out how to adjust how ... A: Hey Bill, what kind of sprinkler head is it? Is the brand Toro? If it is, what model sprinkler head ... | |
| my irrigation pump | 7/28/2009 |
| Q: my irrigation pump cuts off and on when not in use. just the motor, no water. cuts on for maybe ... A: I hope this helps. Normally if the pump is for the irrigation system, it will have a relay(switch) ... | |
| battery problem | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: My rain dials battery goes weak very soon so I just want to know how to fix this problem. My second ... A: I hope this helps. The battery will only hold them memory, when the power goes out. Once the power ... | |
| manual for James Hardie Irrigation | 7/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a James Hardie System and I am trying to add new stations. It seems that the instructions ... A: Hey Meg, I hope this helps. Hardie was bought out by Irritrol. The web site is www.irritrol.com. Is ... | |
| richdel model446 pr | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: Where can I get an owners/operting manual?? When I bought this house the previous owner did not ... A: Hey Frank, I hope this helps. Go to this website www.lawngeniestore.com, and then under "more info" ... | |
| ADDING RAIN SENSOR TO EXISTING UNIT | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I will try to keeep this short.I have a 6 zone sprinkler system controlled by a Imperial Valet Timer ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. I haven't installed an Imperial for about 15 years, but it is an ... | |
| anti-siphon valve | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird 3/4" anti-siphon valve. It's about a year old. It leaks all the time at the cap ... A: Hey Selma, I would suggest replacing it with a brass unit. Champion makes a good anti-syphon device, ... | |
| toro el-6+ problem | 7/23/2009 |
| Q: I have a 15 year old system that shows that the power is on yet no zones work. I did notice that a ... A: Hey Mike, I hope this helps. The pool would have no effect on the system not working. I would first ... | |
| three stations at once | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: Greetings, Out of the blue I now have stations 3,4,and 5 of a six station ORBIT system all coming ... A: Hey Thomas, I hope this helps. First I'm going to assume that the wiring, solenoids, and valves are ... | |
| Irrigation | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a house several years ago with a professionally installed sprinkler Toro sprinkler ... A: Hey Mark, I hope this helps. Normally when the valves start to seep water and don't shut off all the ... | |
| rainbird sprinkler system | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a commercial rainbird sprinkler system, we open the main valve to get water to the system, ... A: Hey Karen, I hope this helps. We don't deal with pumps, but the system does require a lot of water ... | |
| anti-siphon valve | 7/22/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird 3/4" anti-siphon valve. It's about a year old. It leaks all the time at the cap ... A: Hey Selma, I hope this helps. Normally if the valve is leaking from the anti-syphon part of the ... | |
| Rainbird DVF Valve not shutting off | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I have several Rainbird DVF valves in a system and they will not shut off unless I manually close ... A: Hey Len, I hope this helps. From what you're telling me, No matter if the valve is hooked to the ... | |
| Richdel 446PR controller error message | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: I'm getting a "FUSE" error message on my Richdel 446PR controller. It happens on every one of the 6 ... A: Hey Ron, I hope this helps. When the controller gives you a"fuse" message, it means that either the ... | |
| sprinklers | 7/21/2009 |
| Q: i have 1 sprinkler head that seems to be leaking, well seeping from the top although that is what i ... A: Hey Lisa, I hope this helps. Yes the problem is in the valve itself. The diaphram is probably not ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I am dealing with a system that has Hardie Control Boxes. Is this company still in business? I ... A: I hope this helps. You are correct, Hardie was bought out by "Irritrol". The website is ... | |
| irritrol rain dial problem | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: We have the Irritrol Rain Dial RD-1200. It was installed August of 2006. I feel we are quite adept ... A: Hey Debbie, I hope this helps. Once the controller is set to "run", it is going to run all three ... | |
| Toro system won't run | 7/20/2009 |
| Q: I moved into a house with an existing Toro sprinkler system. I had a company start it up the last ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. The valve (with the pin) you are referring to, is probably what is ... | |
| HARDIE/ TOTAL CONTROLLER/PARTS | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: HAVE 115 V TO TRANSFORMER...ZERO OUT / SUSPECT SURGE.. PANEL LIGHT UP FOR STATION INFO....THINK IT ... A: Hey Earl, I hope this helps. Yes this transformer can be replaced. Hardie was bought out by ... | |
| Toro Vision 1 Sprinkler Controller | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have a Vision 1 controller and no display. I checked both the top and bottom fuses, both ... A: Hey John, I hope this helps. The top fuse protects the controller from excess voltage (lightning, ... | |
| rainbird controller | 7/19/2009 |
| Q: irrigation system can be turned on manually zone 1 and 2 will come on but 3 wont, can turn on at ... A: I hope this helps. It sounds like your #3 valve needs a new diaphram installed, or the valve needs ... | |
| Rainbird controller problems | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I was able to get a rainbird ism6 controller to operate the pump by running jumper wires from the ... A: I hope this helps. The way the controller turns the pump on, is by a relay on the pump itself. In ... | |
| sprinkler timer | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: I have a slimdial 6 zone timer. 2 zones kicked on at the same time, I turned the timer off and the ... A: Hey Kelly, I hope this helps. It is probably the valve that needs to be replaced or re-built. Try ... | |
| Toro Vision I Controller F2 Fuse | 7/18/2009 |
| Q: This controller has worked fine until just recently. The F2 fuse (1/2 amp, control circuit) blows ... A: Hey Bruce, I hope this helps. The F1 fuse protects the controller from any excessive voltage ... | |
| hunter sprinklers | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a hunter sprinkler system . I recently replaces a supply line to the system ( it was broke) ... A: Hey Darren, I hope this helps. Did you un-screw the solenoid, and make sure the port and hole were ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation system | 7/17/2009 |
| Q: We bought our house last fall with this system in place. Looks to be original when the house was ... A: Hey Roger, I hope this helps. With experience, get rid of this controller and install a new one. I ... | |
| Richdel SR-1 starter relay | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: My booster pump never runs or kicks on.Could it be the relay and or battery is no longer any good or ... A: Hey Norm, I hope this helps. It is probably either the starter relay, or it could be in the ... | |
| zones come on at the same time sometimes | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: Jim, Sometimes my zones will come on at the same time? 1 is set for off 2 is set for 10 min ... A: Hey Sean, I hope this helps. It sounds like one of two things, both having to do with the electrical ... | |
| Toro Vision 1 zone stays on | 7/16/2009 |
| Q: I have one zone one my Toro Vision 1 Sprinkler system that will not cycle off ... it stays on ... A: I hope this helps. The problem is in the valve itself. You would either have to rebuild the valve, ... | |
| Hardie HR-6100 | 7/14/2009 |
| Q: I can't get water to 1 of 6 zones. I have current at all zones of controller as well as at the ... A: Hey Kelly, I hope this helps. It sounds as if you're getting current to this valve and solenoid, and ... | |
| CONTROL VALVE WILL NOT SHUT OFF COMPLETELY | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: ON ONE STATION THE SPRINKLERS ARE FROM 6FT HIGHER THAN THE CONTROL VALVES ON THE FURTHEST AWAY TO 3 ... A: Hey Larry, I hope this helps. It shouldn't matter if the valve is higher than the heads, the valve ... | |
| Sprinkler control | 7/13/2009 |
| Q: My church's sprinkler system will not turn on using the electrical timer unit. The sprinkler ... A: Hey Earl, I think you just figured out what the problem is. This stem is called a flow control, it ... | |
| Hunter Control | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a hunter control, which run some valves on city water and some on well water. I cannot get ... A: Hey Ron, I hope this helps. Normally your pump will have a relay on it, that is hooked to the ... | |
| Toro vision 1 all zones no water, power yes | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have 10 zones all working fine for 15yrs. Started with all zones no water I have power and checked ... A: Hey Diane, I hope this helps. If you remove the lower door from the cabinet, you will access the ... | |
| 3 of 7 zones not coming on. | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a RD900 with 7 active zones. Zones 3,5,6 stopped working. I don't even here the water ... A: Hey Jeff, I hope this helps. I would think, since 3 valves either work at the same time, or don't ... | |
| Irrotrol contorller | 7/12/2009 |
| Q: My friend has an irrotrol controller.It shows a bad fuse on valve #1.I disconnected the valve and it ... A: Hey Dave, I hope this helps. Here's what I would try. First unhook the common wire in back of the ... | |
| Sprinkler control | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My church's sprinkler system will not turn on using the electrical timer unit. The sprinkler ... A: Hey Earl, It does seem a little strange that the valves would all go out at the same time, but if ... | |
| Nelson smart Zone EZ | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: Jim ,We have the above spinkler controller and when I went out today to turn it on, it read F A on ... A: Hey Kristen, I hope this helps. I also don't see what F A would mean, it doesn't say anything in the ... | |
| Sprinkler control | 7/11/2009 |
| Q: My church's sprinkler system will not turn on using the electrical timer unit. The sprinkler ... A: Hey Earl, I hope this helps. You need to replace the diaphrams inside the valves. What happens, is ... | |
| orbit anti siphon selonoid valve | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Valve seems to be opening OK, but it is leaking around the anti siphon port lid. The gaskets seem ... A: Hey John, I hope this helps. Inside the lid of the anti siphon port, there is a plunger. This ... | |
| Replacement for a Hardie RD-600 controller | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Jim, Can you provide some sources for where I might find a replacement controller for my ... A: Hey Terry, I hope this helps. The Hardie brand was bought out by Irri-trol. They still make this ... | |
| Irrigation valve ID | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: Have a hydraulic sprinkler system that was installed sometime in the early 70's. The zone hydraulic ... A: Hey Brad, I hope this helps. The only company that comes to mind is the Imperial brand. You will be ... | |
| Rainbird STPi600 | 7/10/2009 |
| Q: This unit comes with preset gaps in multiple times per day watering (start time plus 4, 6, 8, etc.). ... A: Hey Craig, I hope this helps. I don't believe you can bypass this feature. It looks like this ... | |
| Sprinkler | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: The Sprinkler System was turned off as we were having too much rain. Yesterday I switched the system ... A: Hey Amrit, I hope this helps. First thing to check, is if indeed the controller has power going to ... | |
| Irritrol Master Control | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I've got a "Master Valve" error message. Have looked thru the manual and sounds like maybe there was ... A: Hey Scott, I hope this helps. First off, to reset the controller, take out the 9 volt battery(if it ... | |
| connecting pvc pipe to a faucet | 6/29/2009 |
| Q: I'm in the UK. I have an outdoor tap (faucet) which has threads to which I can connect a hose. But I ... A: Hey Colin, I hope this helps. I'm not sure in the UK, but here in the US your thread to your faucet ... | |
| Irrigation pump cycles one zone only | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: 6 zone irrigation system. 5 zones work great, however, pump cycles on and off repeatedly (one 2-3 ... A: Hey Richard, I hope this helps. If I'm understanding you right, one zone runs the entire time the ... | |
| hardie RD 900 irrigation system | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I disconnected my sprinkler system to hang some peg board in my garage and lost to rewiring diagram ... A: Hey Louis, I hope this helps. Depending on the installer, there is no set way that every controller ... | |
| Rainbird ESP-6 Timer | 6/28/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird ESP-6 Sprinkler timer. It's not more than 3 years old. It has recently started ... A: Hey Nathan, I hope this helps. The only thing that I could suggest, is to check your 9volt back up ... | |
| Sprinkler Controller | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I have an Orbit Watermaster Sprinkler Controller model 27954 that has gone bad. This controller has ... A: Hey Jim, I hope this helps. Normally a controller will either have a pump start terminal, or a ... | |
| Richdel 446PR controller | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: My system has 5 zones they all work however the fith zone will not come on, a message flashes on the ... A: Hey Joe, I hope this helps. This message is telling you that you have a short in the #5 valve. More ... | |
| Hunter pro c controller | 6/27/2009 |
| Q: I have the above controller. After a thunderstorm only zones 1-3 function. Zones 4-6 on one module ... A: Hey Tracy, I hope this helps. Just make sure the new modules are making good contact. You might also ... | |
| Zones | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a Ranintree ESP 6 station controller with Hunter valves, zones 3 and 5 will not turn on. I ... A: Hey Armando, I don't really understand. Did you cut the pipe past the valve, and then turn it on to ... | |
| Hunter Pro-C Stations missing | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I hope that I am not going crazy. I have been using this controller for only two years now. I have 8 ... A: Hey Mark, I hope this helps. What I would suggest, is first take out the 9 volt battery if you have ... | |
| Rainbird controller | 6/26/2009 |
| Q: I have a rainbird esp-24Lx controller circa 1998 and it shows the zone working but no water. The ... A: Hey Tracy, I hope this helps. It sounds as though the unit has finally given up. I would recommend ... | |
| Zones | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I have a Ranintree ESP 6 station controller with Hunter valves, zones 3 and 5 will not turn on. I ... A: Hey Armnando, If the valves are opening by the controller,and you hear the water going through the ... | |
| Richdel troubleshooting | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: A lady I work with has a Richdel 476PR that is not displaying anything on the LED display. Has power ... A: Hey Chris, I hope this helps. More than likely, the controller is faulty, and you need to replace ... | |
| raising rain jet sprinkler heads | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE TWO RAIN JET SPRINKLER HEADS THAT ARE MY 360'S IN THE MIDDLE OF MY YARD, BUT THEY ARE NOT ... A: Hey Tony, I hope this helps. I doubt just by raising up the heads, you are going to get the heads to ... | |
| 1 head keeps leaking | 6/25/2009 |
| Q: recently I returned home from work on a day where my sprinkler system was not even supposed to run ... A: Hey Mark, I hope this helps. Is the head that is leaking, the lowest head on that zone? More than ... | |
| Rain jet valve | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: I have a RainJet valve attached to an automatic timer. When turned on the valve goes ... A: Hey Paul, I hope this helps. I would suspect that the diaphram inside the valve has gone bad. Go to ... | |
| Rainbird=no pwr | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: My rainbird system said no power, I checked the fuse, changed the battery, checked the outlet, all ... A: Hey David, I hope this helps. Sometimes as the board in the module starts going bad and stops making ... | |
| Rain bird RC 1260Bi | 6/24/2009 |
| Q: When I turn the control on it does not seem to be running. When I turn the timer dial myself to the ... A: Hey Cullen, I hope this helps. This controller uses 2 motors, one that keeps the time of day and how ... | |
| toro sprinkler system not turning off | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: One zone of my system won't turn off unless I turn the water valve off. Even turning the timer ... A: Hey Robert, I hope this helps. Your problem is in the automatic valve. It is probably either the ... | |
| timer won't come on | 6/23/2009 |
| Q: We have a rainbird ESP-6TM sprinkler timer. The power source is working fine, but the timer itself ... A: Hey Cindy, I hope this helps. I would assume that the white wire is your common wire. If this is not ... | |
| sprinkler | 6/22/2009 |
| Q: We are taking care of a Hardie Sprinkling System. When it is done with 1 cycle it starts over and I ... A: Hey Daleen, I hope this helps. Once you put the switch to run, it will run all programs (A,B,C), and ... | |
| Brown Water | 6/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a 5 zone sprinkler system. Each time the system begins, I get brown water coming through all ... A: Hey Denise, I hope this helps. I'm going to assume that you are getting your water from a domestic ... | |
| Irritrol Sation Controller | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: I have a 9 station Irritrol station controller and the system keeps resetting the time on me. It ... A: Hey Chad, I hope this helps. First of all, do you know what model the controller is? Each controller ... | |
| punctured hose/line | 6/19/2009 |
| Q: Rookie mistake. I punctured my sprinkler system hose line. How can I repair this? Thank you. A: Hey Charlie, I hope this helps. Depending on the line you are talking about, I'm going to assume it ... | |
| Hunter PRO-C Zone | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: I ahve 5 zones in my system. When I set the control dial to "set program start times" It only ... A: Hey Ray, I hope this helps. I believe on this controller, you can set it to run every 4th day. Now ... | |
| RD-900 hardie System | 6/18/2009 |
| Q: We are now under water restrictions here in San Antonio. We can water from 0300-0800 and from ... A: Hey Joe, I hope this helps. I'm going to try to run you through the steps to program this. Not ... | |
| Instruction Manual | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: Can you send me, or can I download an instruction manual for a Hardie Rain Dial RD-600? My address ... A: Hey Marylyn, here's the information you requested. Go to a website: www.coastwaterworks.com. On the ... | |
| No Water Pressure | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I've recently replaced the control box, the wiring to the solenoid and the solenoid. Now, I can ... A: Hey Steve, I hope this helps. It sounds like the diaphram in the valve, might be faulty. The other ... | |
| Hunter PRO-C Zone | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I ahve 5 zones in my system. When I set the control dial to "set program start times" It only ... A: Hey Ray, I hope this helps. You are getting confused on the start times. The start times are for the ... | |
| Water hammer | 6/17/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 sprinkler zone system, when the 1st zone shuts off there is no hammering, when the 2nd ... A: Hey Vincent, I hope this helps. The reason you are not having the problem when the first zone shuts ... | |
| Rain Jet Sprinkler sytems | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: I bought a house last year with a rain jet sprinkler system installed for the flower beds. No ... A: Hey Gary, I'm a little confused, could you help me out a little bit? When you say you have a Rain ... | |
| Hunter Pro C Controller | 6/16/2009 |
| Q: Lost its mind!!!!! Unit got wet by squall - open door. LCD panel works but get jibberish. Have ... A: Hey Rich, I hope this helps. What I would do, is first see if there is a 9 volt battery installed. ... | |
| Sprinkler timer does not change zone | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rain Bird system with a timer that can no longer changes from one zone to the next after ... A: Hey Anh, I hope this helps. This controller has two motors in it. One motor advances the dial from ... | |
| Rainbird ESP 6si - skipping zone 1 | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: I usually use the manual function to water because of the frequency of rain here. But I noticed that ... A: Hey Jennifer, I hope this helps. What I suspect is happening, is that there is no time entered in to ... | |
| hardie rain dial sprinkler controller | 6/15/2009 |
| Q: We recently shut off the controller because of a lot of rain. Now that we turned it back on it ... A: Hey Lois, I hope this helps. First thing I would check, is that the controller is getting power to ... | |
| HR 6100 control panel (ser# NB24) | 6/14/2009 |
| Q: how do i get a wiring diagram for this four station controller. my father has one that the wiring ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. Bob these valves can be rebuilt, without replacing the whole valve. ... | |
| Irrigation system will not turn on from the controller | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: Our sprinkler system will not turn on by the controller. We went and replaced that thinking that is ... A: Hey Stacey, I hope this helps. First of all, I'm assuming when you say you turned the valve on ... | |
| HR 6100 control panel (ser# NB24) | 6/13/2009 |
| Q: how do i get a wiring diagram for this four station controller. my father has one that the wiring ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. Basically the way the controller is wired is fairly simple. In the back ... | |
| James Hardie Rain Dial p/n 670301 | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a very old, but great controller, however I don't know how to change the timer from every day ... A: Hey Kathleen, I hope this helps. Hardie irrigation, was bought out by Irritrol. Irritrol still ... | |
| Home sprinkler system | 6/12/2009 |
| Q: We have purchased a home that has sprinkler heads installed in the yard. The previous home owners ... A: Hey Stacey, I hope this helps. As far as a brand of system that was installed goes. The first step ... | |
| Rainbird ESP-6 Outdoor Controller | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rainbird ESP-6 Outdoor Controller that is hard wired in place. A couple weeks back, I ... A: Hey Clinton, I hope this helps. First of all, you do not have to have any of the wires (field wires, ... | |
| Zones | 6/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a Ranintree ESP 6 station controller with Hunter valves, zones 3 and 5 will not turn on. I ... A: Hey Armando, I hope this helps. I,m assuming zone #1 is working, so this is what you do. To tell if ... | |
| First time installer. | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: My first time installing a irrigation system and have been doing as much reading and asking around ... A: Hey Gorden, what I would suggest is this. If the yard is about 94' by 85', starting in the back ... | |
| start up | 6/8/2009 |
| Q: Last fall a "pro" winterized my Toro system. He is not the most dependable so I want to start it up ... A: Hey Jeff, I hope this helps. What is happening, is that the poppet is not popping up and seating on ... | |
| Nelson valve | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have small lawn system with four Nelson valves running separate zones. One of the zones will not ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. Depending on the size of the O-ring, it either goes in the top hole ... | |
| Lawn Sprinkler system | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: We bought a home with a Lawn Genie sprinkler system....we're not sure exactly what we need to get it ... A: Hey Lois, I hope I didn't deceive you, but some cities, counties, etc. do require some sort of ... | |
| Watering Times | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie 9 station controller. I'm set up on Programn B, have set for 1 watering time every ... A: Hey Duncan, I hope this helps. I would check the other programs A, C etc. and make sure there is ... | |
| First time installer. | 6/7/2009 |
| Q: My first time installing a irrigation system and have been doing as much reading and asking around ... A: Hey Gorden, I hope this helps. Normally we would use the rotor heads on any spacing greater than ... | |
| Lawn Sprinkler system | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: We bought a home with a Lawn Genie sprinkler system....we're not sure exactly what we need to get it ... A: Hey Lois, I hope this helps. What the backflow preventer does, is basically allow the water to flow ... | |
| Toro Vision 1, can I add a rain sensor? | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: Can I add a rain sensor to a Toro Vision 1 series? Where do I attach the wire to the inside box? ... A: Hey Evan, I hope this helps. On any controller you can install a rain sensor. Basically the type to ... | |
| Nelson valve | 6/6/2009 |
| Q: I have small lawn system with four Nelson valves running separate zones. One of the zones will not ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. When you replaced the top half and the solenoid, did you also replace ... | |
| sprinkler system | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: i have a orbit 4 station and i cant get the back section of the backyard to turn on or set the timer ... A: Hey Brian, I hope this helps. The first thing I would do, is try to turn each valve/station(section) ... | |
| Lawn Sprinkler system | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: We bought a home with a Lawn Genie sprinkler system....we're not sure exactly what we need to get it ... A: Hey Lois, I hope this helps. The first thing I would suggest, is that you get a manual for your ... | |
| inground sprinklers dont go on | 6/5/2009 |
| Q: I had my sprinklers winterized and now when i try to turn them on for the summer nothing happens. i ... A: Hey Patricia, I hope this helps. It sounds as though you might have what is called a master valve ... | |
| "No Pwr" error message on RainBird ESP 6TM | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: I have replaced transformer & battery but not both at the same time. I read on this site to unplug ... A: Hey Rusty, I hope this helps. The first thing you should check, is the fuse in the bottom panel of ... | |
| Clogged misters in sprinkler system | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: The intake filter for my sprinkler system sits in the lake which is mucky. my misters for my ... A: Hey Rachel, I hope this helps. The first thing I would suggest, would be that the end of the intake, ... | |
| Hardie controller | 6/4/2009 |
| Q: The controller is not working. No matter I set it to manual, auto or off mode, the system keeps ... A: Hey Jay, go to this web site www.coastwaterworks.com and in the search put "irrigation" for the site ... | |
| sparadic watering | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: my sprinkler timer is set to water every other day but the system only comes on sometimes it does ... A: Hey web, I would suspect that the problem lies in either the wire running from the controller to the ... | |
| Rainbird ESP-6si Sprinklers Won't Switch | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: I recently started up my lawn system (Montana, so we start late) and found that some heads weren't ... A: Hey Ed, I hope this helps. Valves do go bad, and if the diaphram is worn out, the valve will not ... | |
| Hardie controller | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: The controller is not working. No matter I set it to manual, auto or off mode, the system keeps ... A: Hey Jay, do you have a manual for this controller? And if not, do you have the model #? What you ... | |
| Wayne 2hp Sprinkler Pump | 6/3/2009 |
| Q: After very little use (but out of warranty) my Wayne pump pressure began to fluctuate and eventually ... A: Hey Bill, I'm sorry but we don't deal with pumps very often. I do know that in my area of the ... | |
| rain jet rjc600 | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: when i program my cycles for 20 minutes at each station they only run for 20 seconds can u tell me ... A: Hey Dylan, I hope this helps. Your controller is probably not working right and needs to be ... | |
| New Controller | 6/2/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I just added two new zones or stations to my existing system. I bought a 6 zone orbit outdoor ... A: Hey Derrick, I hope this helps. Basically the pump relay will have 2 wires that run to it. One of ... | |
| Hunter Sprinkler System | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I read through another post that you left for Neil on 4/6/2009. I also have a Hunter Pro-C system ... A: Hey Eric, I hope this helps. If the valve you found is the master valve, and you took the 4 bolts ... | |
| Valve problem | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: Yesterday my neighbors child ran their wagon over our spinkler head while it was running. Because we ... A: Hey Barbara, I hope this helps. Your valves can be rebuilt without replacing the whole valve. ... | |
| rainbird | 6/1/2009 |
| Q: I have a rainbird rc-7A, the station wheel has stopped moving automatically. Is there something to ... A: Hey JM I hope this helps. If the staion wheel has stopped working, there is usually 2 things it ... | |
| Program Selection in Display | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toro Gatekeeper 212 (older model). How do you get a "Program X (A, B, or C)" to display ... A: Hey Bill, I hope this helps. Anytime you put the switch to run, it is "not" going to dispay program ... | |
| Hardie controller | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: The controller is not working. No matter I set it to manual, auto or off mode, the system keeps ... A: Hey Jay, I hope this helps. If you totally dis-connect the power from the controller, this will not ... | |
| Toro controller | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I have been having problems with my submersible pump continuing to run after the controller has ... A: Good day mate, I hope this helps. It could be the controller, but before you replace it, try this. ... | |
| Hardie Rain Dial | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: How do I erase all prior programs from my model RD-600 rain dial? A: Hey Eugene, I hope this helps. What you can do is take the battery out of the controller, and then ... | |
| Sprinkler system not working | 5/31/2009 |
| Q: I had a Hardie HR-6100 with one valve. The irrigation system worked fine for the last ten years, but ... A: Hey Norman I hope this helps. You can check the controller by simply taking a volt/ohm meter and ... | |
| Backflow preventer PVB | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Im installing a new sprinkler system. There had been a previous system before but it was removed. ... A: Hey Andrew I hope this helps. You are correct, stay with the 1" pvc mainline and reduce it from the ... | |
| Sprinkler system goes on randomly | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: The sprinkler system (aka irrigation system) would go on randomly and goes through the entire cycle. ... A: Hey Perry, I hope this helps. The only thing I would suggest, is check your clock and make sure you ... | |
| Hardie hr 6100 controller | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie 6100 controller. This spring when I set the program all 5 zones work but when I put ... A: Hey Steve I hope this helps. It sounds like you probably need a new controller. What I would try ... | |
| Multiple zones turning on | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have a sprinkler system was funcitioning properly and then multiple zones started to come on ... A: Hey Chip I hope this helps. It sound like some of your wires might be nicked and the hot field wires ... | |
| Sprinkler system runs multiple times | 5/30/2009 |
| Q: I have a problem that has me baffled. Last season I was informed by a neighbor that my sprinklers ... A: Hey Gerald I hope this helps. The only thing that that it could be is your controller. Do you have ... | |
| Green thumb by Orbit 1 session automatic water timer | 5/29/2009 |
| Q: I have installed the timer, and turned the Duration knob to ON, per directions, to operate it ... A: Hey Ruth, I hope this helps. The only thing I would know to try, is check and make sure the ... | |
| Hunter ICC Irrigation Controller | 5/19/2009 |
| Q: When the controller is plugged in and set to "RUN", the display reads "NO AC". I have checked the ... A: Hey Larry, I hope this helps. Normally when "NO AC" is displayed, it means the controller is not ... | |
| shuddering sounds when sprinkler system is working | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: My sprinkler system makes a intermittent shuddering sound when it operates (not just when it turns ... A: Hey Leslie, I hope this helps. It sounds like your diaphram in the valve is going out and needs to ... | |
| Toro Sprinkler System | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: Jim, When turning on my water my 4th zone automatically comes on. (regardless if I have my system ... A: Hey Tyler, I hope this helps. Every valve manufacture has a different way to turn a valve on ... | |
| sprinkler controller problem | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: my controlled box LED display is off, checked the outlet where it's plugged is operational. what do ... A: Hey Ofelia, I hope this helps. The first thing I would check, is if the transformer is working ... | |
| Low water pressure when sprinklers turn on | 5/18/2009 |
| Q: I have installed a Blue Points 4ft, 1-1/2" well head into a 6 ft water well to provide water for my ... A: Hey Douglas, I hope this helps. The first thing is how big are the pipes that you have feeding the ... | |
| Turning Sprinklers on after winter | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I bought my first home last year and had the sprinklers properly winterized. Now that we are safely ... A: Hey Bcurme, I hope this helps. Normally when the system is winterized, the pitcocks on the backflow ... | |
| deep key to turn on water sprinkler system | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: I cannot get the long key in the right location to turn on my sprinkler system. Are these standard ... A: Hey Virginia, I hope this helps. What you can do is either shine a flashlight down the pipe to see ... | |
| RainBird ESP-6TM stopped working | 5/17/2009 |
| Q: Went to run a manual cycle on my RainBird ESP-6TM and nothing happened. Controller is working, as it ... A: Hey Guzzar, I hope this helps. To determine if the problem is in the controller, or in field ... | |
| Drip sprinkler system | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: One of the valves in my drip sprinkler system serves two separate areas of my yard. Recently the ... A: Hey Mark, I hope this helps. If you're not seeing any visual leak on the weak side of the system, I ... | |
| Hunter EC Residential Irrigation Controller | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: getting "NO AC" reading. Checked AC power with multimeter. Power is getting to the unit, yet still ... A: Hey Randy, I hope this helps. You are correct, when the controller reads "No AC" this means that the ... | |
| Instruction Manual for my Irrigation system | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I recently purchased a new model home that has been approximately 2 years. It is in Laveen AZ. ... A: I hope this helps. The box you are refering to is called a valve box, and the box is manufactured by ... | |
| Irrigation not functioning | 5/16/2009 |
| Q: I have a rainbird irrigation system which is not turning on. I can manually turn them on from the ... A: I hope this helps. You say the wires are getting 24 volts. Is this at the controller, or at the ... | |
| hardie timer-18 station- | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: jim,please help me and explain what to do when my timer says short on 15 ? my entire system is ... A: I hope this helps. Normally when it's telling you short on 15, you have a short in either the wire ... | |
| pressure loss in line | 5/14/2009 |
| Q: I noticed that one of the lines in my sprinkler system seems to have lost pressure. All the other ... A: Hey Diane, it could be a break in a line, but you would see a lot of water coming up from the ground ... | |
| pressure loss in line | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: I noticed that one of the lines in my sprinkler system seems to have lost pressure. All the other ... A: I hope this helps. 99% of the time, the reason this zone has little pressure, is because the ... | |
| Hardie RD-600 system won't work! | 5/13/2009 |
| Q: We haven't had the sprinklers on all winter and the main box was unplugged. When I plugged it in ... A: Hey Deb, I hope this helps. Not to seem like a smart alec, but is the main water turn on valve to ... | |
| Sprinkler question | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I have a hardie sprinkler system, it has been working just fine, however, I went down yesterday to ... A: Hey Roger, I hope this helps. First thing I would do, is pull out the battery if it has one ... | |
| gravity feed system | 5/12/2009 |
| Q: I'm in Maputo, Mozambique, trying to figure out, with your help, a gravity drip irrigation system ... A: Hey Salvador, I hope this helps. #1 As long as you can get about 30psi(pounds per square inch) ... | |
| sprikler system | 5/11/2009 |
| Q: I turned on my system yesterday. When the water was turned on all sections (3) of the system turned ... A: Hey Naomi, I hope this helps. You're problem is that the valves are stuck on. There are a ... | |
| Sprinkler system | 5/10/2009 |
| Q: I just turned on my 6 zone sprinkler system and it seemed to work fine for first hour. Only issue ... A: I hope this helps. If your backflow was venting or porting water out of it, the pressure to this ... | |
| Rain Dial transformer | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: My Rain Dial model 600/900/or 1200 stopped working after a power outage. Everything came back on ... A: Hey Chuck, I hope this helps. What I would do first, is take your old transformer, and either have ... | |
| Every other Zone Running at the Same Time????? | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: Hoping you could point me in the right direction. I have an 8 Zone lawn sprinkler system which is ... A: Hey Joe, I hope this helps. The first thing I would try, is pull a wire from the terminal, in the ... | |
| irrigation | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: I have a lawn system with richdel 205PR valves. one zone is not working. The valve makes a buzzing ... A: I hope this helps. Yes you can replace the diaphram in the valve. The easiest and first thing to ... | |
| Stations will not run | 5/9/2009 |
| Q: My mom has a Rainbird ESP-4 controller. This morning I was replacing one of the heads that had been ... A: I hope your mom has a happy mothers day. Sounds like she has a good son. I would check around where ... | |
| rainjet solenoid | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: I have a client that has a rainjet sprinkler valve that has a trashed solenoid. It is in such bad ... A: I hope this helps. You should be okay if the threads are good, there is a solenoid you can buy, that ... | |
| RD600 EXT | 5/8/2009 |
| Q: Got a Rain Dial RD600. I was working yesterday but today saw flashing FUS on the controller. Tried ... A: I hope this helps. It sounds as if the controller is shot. What I would try, is pull the common ... | |
| HR6100 Irrigation system | 5/6/2009 |
| Q: I have a Hardie Irrigation System HR-6100 with 5 stations. Last year the system worked perfect. I ... A: I hope this helps. It sounds as though the automatic valves are turned on manually at the valves ... | |
| Turn on sprinkler valves | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: Please see attached picture there are 7 possible valves to turn on the water for my sprinkler ... A: Hey Dave, what I would suggest, is that you have the system "blown out" in the winter. What they do, ... | |
| Hardie RD1200 | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: We need your help. We do have a Hardie RD 1200 system and have problems programming. We need a ... A: Hey Denis, I hope this helps. You should be able to go to any sprinkler or irrigation supply store ... | |
| sprinklers | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a 2 horse sprinkler pump and I need to add a 2 inch zone with 250 feet of pipe and i am ... A: I hope this helps. You should try to keep the 2" size pipe as long as you can. You can branch off ... | |
| Rain Dial Question | 5/5/2009 |
| Q: I have a rain dial RD-600, I have two stations one for bushes =A-1 and the other for trees = B-2 ... A: Hey Stan, sorry this took so long. Here's what I'm going to do. I'm going to try to explain step by ... | |
| RainBird controller blowing fuses | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I've had a RainBird controller ESP-8TM running my irrigation system for 4 years. Over the last 6 ... A: Hey Eric, I hope this helps. More than likely it is not a controller problem. It sounds like it is ... | |
| Toro Greenkeeper 212 won't run | 5/4/2009 |
| Q: I have a Toro Greenkeeper 212, that won't start. There is a water drop symbol with a line through ... A: I hope this helps. You probably have one of two things that could be going on. The first thing could ... | |
| Turn on sprinkler valves | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Please see attached picture there are 7 possible valves to turn on the water for my sprinkler ... A: Hey Dave, no problem. The first valve to turn on, is valve #5 (the red gate valve). The next two ... | |
| Hardee inline valve | 5/3/2009 |
| Q: Have a hardie 1'' inline valve that wont shut off. Change diaphragm still wont shut off and leaks ... A: Hey Ron I hope this helps. Not knowing exactly which Hardie valve you have, it is hard to tell you ... | |
| sprinkler system | 5/2/2009 |
| Q: I turned on my sprinkler system for the first time this year. When the control panel shows "off" the ... A: Hey Rich, I hope this helps. If you unplug the controller, does the system still run? If it still ... | |
| hunter irrigation products | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have had serveral estimates to have a sprinkler system installed. This is my first home , the ... A: Hey Robin, yes you are correct, a vacuum breaker is also referred to as a backflow device. The Febco ... | |
| hunter irrigation products | 5/1/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have had serveral estimates to have a sprinkler system installed. This is my first home , the ... A: I hope this helps. You are right, it is important to keep your spray heads and your rotor heads on ... | |
| In ground sprinkler system | 4/29/2009 |
| Q: When I started my system this spring ,two of my eight zones did not operate.I do not understand as ... A: Hey John, I hope this helps. Normally, there would be three things I would suspect could be wrong. ... | |
| leaking main sprikler valve | 4/22/2009 |
| Q: I opened the main valve to my sprikler system yesterday and water flowed from the valve. I live in ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. I would imagine, the type of valve you're talking about, is called a ... | |
| sprinkler timer | 4/21/2009 |
| Q: I have a James Hardie HR-6100 timer. I can make stations run, but the timer will not change it ... A: Hey Mike, I hope this helps. Unfortunately this controller hasn't been made for about 10 plus ... | |
| Rainbird ESP-6TM | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: I have recently purchased a home with a sprinkler system, Rainbird ESP-6TM. Looking at the wiring ... A: Hey Chris, I hope this helps. The first thing I would look into, is the terminals in back of the ... | |
| quality of irrigation system | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: We're new to the irrigation systems and have received quotes on the Hunter and Weathermatic systems. ... A: Hey Catherine, I hope this helps. Both Hunter and Weathermatic make good products. They also both ... | |
| Rain Jet timer | 4/19/2009 |
| Q: Do they still sale Rain Jet sprinkler timer Serial number 170062? A: Hey Larry, I really don't know if they do or not. If it has gone bad, I would recommend replacing it ... | |
| Sprinklers | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: problem: second cycle of sprinkling system stays on. There are four total.I replaced the celluloid ... A: Hey Jimmy, I hope this helps. You say you replaced your solenoid, and the diaphram is fine. In other ... | |
| single head dry | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: one head not getting water. removed head ,water sitting in pipe but none coming out when . rest of ... A: I hope this helps. Sounds like you're on the right track. First thing I would try, is stick a hose ... | |
| Best way to water | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I own an acre of land. I recently purchased about 13 trees and placed them randomly around the yard. ... A: Hey Amber, I hope this helps. You're on the right path. The only problem with doing what you're ... | |
| hydraulic valves | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: is there two types of hudraulic valves if so how do i tell the difference prob is i replaced the ... A: Hey Mike, I hope this helps. What I would suggest, is that you check the direction of flow. The ... | |
| hardie irrigation valve diaphram | 4/18/2009 |
| Q: I need to replace the diaphram on a hardie valve. The diaphram stem goes down in the body of the ... A: Hey Charles, I hope this helps. Normally you can just buy a whole new diaphram, stem and all. Alot ... | |
| Hunter Pro-C Sprinkler System Squeaking | 4/17/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I just realized that my Hunter Pro-C isn't working. I live in Houston (no winterizing req'd) ... A: I hope this helps. It sounds to me like you have a restriction somewhere in the system. I would ... | |
| richdel timer | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I am having problems with the switches that move on their own or won't move when I press them to ... A: I hope this helps. Unfortunatly your controller is probably 10 plus years old. Once the switches ... | |
| irrigation system design | 4/16/2009 |
| Q: I'm just starting design of a system. To start with, I'll be running off county water [70psi and ... A: Hey Dean, I hope this helps. As for your first question, yes you could run all your pipes and ... | |
| Irrigation pump problem | 4/15/2009 |
| Q: I just bought a home that has an irrigation system that runs on a pump. The pump is located in the ... A: Hey Gary I hope this helps. We don't deal with pumps much, but I have a suggestion. Normally on your ... | |
| Hardie 6 station indoor controller | 4/14/2009 |
| Q: When I set the run time on Program A and it is time for the sprinklers to come on, they come on for ... A: I hope this helps.First I'm going to assume that the zone/valve you're talking about is valve #1. ... | |
| zones not working | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have 4 zones in my irrigation system and I just turned them on to find that two work and two do ... A: Hey Troy I hope this helps. Usually when 2 valves work and 2 don't, I would first make sure my wires ... | |
| Solenoid or controller problem? | 4/13/2009 |
| Q: I have a Rain Bird ESP-LX 12 station controller. The programmed event started normal but never ... A: Hey Kevin, I hope this helps. First to tell if it is a valve or a controller problem on valve #1 ... | |
| rain bird ESP-6TM sprinkler system | 4/12/2009 |
| Q: When I turn on my U-bend outside water supply valve for my sprinkler system the station 1 comes on. ... A: Hey Bob, I hope this helps. It sounds as if your # 1 valve is sticking on. Usually there is a couple ... | |
| Hardie Controller | 4/10/2009 |
| Q: I have a 14 yr old Hardie RD-600 controller. I have used valve #1 for years with no problem. For a ... A: Hey Ron, I hope this helps. The first thing I would try, and you might of already did this, is ... | |
| Irrigation not working | 4/9/2009 |
| Q: I haven't used my irragation system for two years now. I went to put it on and everything started to ... A: Hey Curtis, You make a lot more sense now. Basically the main control box or your controller either ... | |
| Irrigation not working | 4/8/2009 |
| Q: I haven't used my irragation system for two years now. I went to put it on and everything started to ... A: Hey Curtis, I hope this helps. I'm a little confused, so bear with me. The first thing you say is ... | |
| RainJet Timer | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I have a RainJet (RJC Six) timer for my irrigation system. Today for no apparent reason it is ... A: Hey Christopher, I hope this helps. To be honest with you, I'm not familiar with this particular ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation Controller | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: I'm having problem with my Hardie HHA 11272 irrigation controller. When I switch my unit to "set ... A: Hey Shane, I hope this helps. The Rain- Dial comes in an indoor and an outdoor model. The Indoor ... | |
| Low water pressure on 1 station of 6 | 4/7/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I have low pressure on one station of 6. What would cause this on just one station? A: Hey Rick, I hope this helps. 99% of the time it's going to be your diaphram. To do a quick check, on ... | |
| Hunter Irrigation system not working | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: Jim, I can't get my system running. I the control panel works fine and I have located two water ... A: Hey Neil, I hope this helps. I know you say the control panel works fine, but since you had a storm, ... | |
| Hardie Irrigation Controller | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: I'm having problem with my Hardie HHA 11272 irrigation controller. When I switch my unit to "set ... A: Hey Shane, sounds like you're on the right track. About the only thing to try doing, is with the ... | |
| Sprinkler Problems | 4/6/2009 |
| Q: My sprinkler system isn't working. When i turn on manually, all i can hear is water draining from ... A: Hey Ross, I hope this helps. I'm assuming when you say "turn on manually", you're talking about your ... | |
| Low water pressure | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: Hey Jim, I have 2 valves running the back yard and 3 running the front. There are 2 seperate ... A: Hey Brad, I hope this helps. To cut to the chase, it sounds like somehow you have a restriction in ... | |
| HELP! | 4/4/2009 |
| Q: We've installed an sprinkler system and are having trouble with pressure. Because we live in the ... A: I hope this helps. I'm going to try and keep this as simple as possible, you have alot going on. ... | |
| leaking valves | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 Hardie valves and 1 rainbird valve on my system and the Hardie valves are leaking around ... A: sorry you're having such a hard time finding the diaphrams. To put you at ease, even though there is ... | |
| leaking valves | 4/2/2009 |
| Q: I have 3 Hardie valves and 1 rainbird valve on my system and the Hardie valves are leaking around ... A: I would check with an irrigation supply store. It would be a good idea to take one with you when you ... | |
| Watts Regulator pops for 5 seconds | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: Just over a year ago, we bought a house that has a six zone irrigation system controlled by a ... A: Hey Mike I hope this helps. The Watts regulator you are refering to is actually a vacuum breaker. A ... | |
| Irrigation motor runs off and on | 3/31/2009 |
| Q: I recently have been experiencing a problem with the motor cutting on and off every 2 seconds no ... A: Hey Matthew, when you say motor, are you talking about a motor for the pump, or for a mechanical ... | |
| Watering the street | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I have Rainbird sprinkler heads, 1/4th size, that are giving out too much water. They are not ... A: Hey Sandra I hope this helps. When you talk about a sprinkler head, there are actually two parts to ... | |
| sprinkler systems | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I recently had a shallow well put in. I was told that it produces 11gpm with 45 psi, but for the ... A: I hope this helps. Normally a system could be designed to run 8gpm at 45psi, but the cost ... | |
| Sprinkler System Questions on Install Quotes | 3/28/2009 |
| Q: I am getting quotes on a sprinkler system. Low water pressure. About 49-50 now, summer months could ... A: Hey jacquie, it sounds like you're on the right track. We also use the hunter PGP rotor heads and ... | |
| ECX | 3/27/2009 |
| Q: I HAVE THE TORRO ECX FOR ABOUT 2 1/2 YEARS NOW. THE PROBLEM IS WHEN I TURN THE KNOB TO THE OFF ... A: Hey Wade, I don't really know the exact cause of this. Sometimes as the controllers get old, the ... | |
| Sprinkler System Questions on Install Quotes | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I am getting quotes on a sprinkler system. Low water pressure. About 49-50 now, summer months could ... A: Hey Jacquie, I hope this helps. To start with, we also deal with grading and installing topsoil. We ... | |
| Irrigation controller | 3/26/2009 |
| Q: I purchased a 3 year old house with a Hunter EC residential irrigation controller. I've tried to ... A: Hey Jim, I might need more information, but let me ask you a couple of questions and give you an ... | |
| Hardie HHA11272 Control | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I need to install a rain sensor on my system (new city law). I want to install a wireless. I have ... A: Hey Bruce I hope this helps. The way the rain sensor works, is by breaking the continuity in the ... | |
| Multiple valve problems | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I'll try to make this as short as possible. I have a 5 zone system and have never had problems with ... A: Hey Kipp, sounds like you might have a master valve hooked up to the system. Let me explain what ... | |
| Multiple valve problems | 3/25/2009 |
| Q: I'll try to make this as short as possible. I have a 5 zone system and have never had problems with ... A: Hey Kipp, bear with me also, and respond as much as you want if what I tell you doesn't work. First ... | |
| Sprinkler valves | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I am in the process of replacing my sprinkler valves that are 18 years old. I would like to use ... A: if you want to replace your valves, I would really recommend using a Rainbird valve. The model # I ... | |
| Multiple valve problems | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I'll try to make this as short as possible. I have a 5 zone system and have never had problems with ... A: Hey Kipp, I'm going to try to answer each question separately. When you say you tested the system, ... | |
| Pump Delay Feature BACKWARDS!! | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: Just installed a 3 zone sprinkler system for my house with city water. I don't know much about ... A: Hey Alejandro, I hope this helps. First thing I would do is un-hook the wire to the pump start/or ... | |
| sprinkling from cistern | 3/24/2009 |
| Q: I saw another question about this but it was old, I have a cistern that i would like to water ... A: Hey Mike I hope this helps. The way a sprinkler head works is calculated using a gallons per minute ... | |
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Jim Schaefer
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Any question regarding sprinking systems,installation,repair, and trouble shooting.
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I have been installing and repairing sprinkling systems since I was 15 years old. Have owned my own sprinkler system contracting business for over 26 years. It is basically the only job I've ever done, except for being a paper boy when I was young.
Education/Credentials
High School diploma and 3 years college credits.
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