In this article we will discuss the basics on how to adjust a Rain Bird Rotor, so your lawn will be happy and you’ll avoid wasting water.
Proper lawn maintenance requires a sprinkler system in tip-top condition. And a primary component of sprinkler system maintenance is keeping your rotors adjusted. Your rotors should be delivering head-to-head coverage. And also minimize the amount of water hitting sidewalks, streets or other hard surfaces.
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- A flat-bladed screwdriver
- A filter screen
- A new sprinkler nozzle
Arc Adjustments for Rain Bird Rotors
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FAQ
How do you adjust the range on a Rain Bird sprinkler head?
Adjust the spray distance With the water on or off, you can adjust the distance of throw. Using a flat-bladed screwdriver, turn the radius reduction screw to decrease the spray distance up to 25%. NOTE: Do not back out the reduction screw so far that it does not sit in front of nozzle while watering.
Do you need a special tool to adjust Rainbird sprinkler heads?
If you just need to adjust the spray, all you’ll need is one of the Rainbird adjustment tools. These tools look like small flat-head screwdrivers, except the screwdriver ends in kind of a cross at the end. This tool will allow you to easily pull the head up and then use the flathead to make all of your adjustments.