To keep Rainbird sprinkler systems from freezing during the cold, winter months, many people winterize the system. This process removes water from the system to prevent ice build up and broken pipes. After winter is over, the system must be de-winterized before it can be used. De-winterizing the system is not as complex as winterizing it, but if the water fills into the system too quickly it can damage the sprinkler system.
Turn on the main water supply for the sprinkler system. Turn the ball or gate valve one-third to halfway open using pliers to allow the water to slowly fill the mainline.
Open the ball or gate valve all the way once you hear the water rushing through the pipe.
Look at the Rainbird controller and make sure the correct date and time are displayed. To set, turn the dial to “Set Current Date.” Press the up and down arrows to set the day. Select the “Manual Start/Advance” button to go to the month field. Then press the up and down arrows to select the month. Repeat the process to set the year and time.
Reset the sprinkler watering times, if necessary. Move the dial to “Auto.” Slide the program switch to A, B or C. Turn the dial to “Set Watering Start Times.” Press the arrow keys to select the time.
If some sprinklers are not working, pull the nozzle up out of the sprinkler body and pull the riser out. Remove all dirt from the riser and replace it. Inspect the lawn for pockets of water which could indicate broken pipes.
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Some pics Both valves have O and S. I set both to O. When I attempted to use the manual mode inside the floor cap beneath the valves, it indicated “starting.”
I have a rainbird system. I see valves related to irrigation system. I’ve attempted rearranging them while having Rainbird set to manual in every zone. But I dont see any sprinklers shooting water. And advice is really appreciated. My lawn thanks you.
Reset the sprinkler watering times, if necessary. Move the dial to “Auto. ” Slide the program switch to A, B or C. Turn the dial to “Set Watering Start Times. ” Press the arrow keys to select the time.
Remove the riser and nozzle from the sprinkler body if any of the sprinklers aren’t working. Remove all dirt from the riser and replace it. Look for any areas of water on the lawn that might indicate damaged pipes.
When the sound of water rushing through the pipe is detected, fully open the ball or gate valve.
Verify that the correct date and time are displayed on the Rainbird controller by looking at it. To set, turn the dial to “Set Current Date. “To set the day, press the up and down arrows. To enter the month, select the “Manual Start/Advance” button. The month can then be chosen by using the up and down arrows. Repeat the process to set the year and time.
Many people winterize Rainbird sprinkler systems to prevent them from freezing during the chilly winter months. This procedure drains the system of water to stop ice buildup and cracked pipes. The system needs to be de-winterized before it can be used once winter is over. Although de-winterizing the system is simpler than winterizing it, the sprinkler system may be harmed if water enters the system too quickly.
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