I don't have a sprinkler system installed, can I use this with external hoses and sprinkler heads? Thanks for all the responses. I know that Rain Bird is not something I can use.
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You will still have to purchase and install a valve for each hose that you have on your system. The controller only sends a signal to open or close an electrical valve.
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I use this product on a outside sprinkler junction with pvc pipe. It works well. I really not sure about the use you are suggesting. It is rather inexpensive, and you could try! Good luck
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I used a 5 gallon bucket and put a hose fitting on it and hung it outside on rafter of my coop. Ran hose inside and to PVC pipe that I put these into. I have a 90* joint so it is running down two sides of the coop and probably 7 or so nipples. Plenty water for my 20 birds with room for more without needing to add any more. I just fill the bucket once or twice a week. They work really well. I have part of the pipe at an angle so it is lower on one end for chicks. But you can also just put a few right into the bottom of a bucket and hang it.
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the pressure would be too much on a regular garden hose and most sprinklers would be too weak..you would have to use a commercial sprinkler
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I am quite sure that all of the Gardena sprinklers come with a quick connector attached. I would suggest buying the set of connectors that are made especially for the gardena sprinklers. I didn't and now wish I had.
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I would say, in my experience no problem. I am pumping up 15 ft before the pump and running with PVC and Garden hose at least 50ft after the pump with 3 Rain Bird sprinkler heads and it works great. As I said in my review, make sure you buy a foot valve and prime both the pipe and the pump to get it started. Also use PVC and not garden hose to pull the water up the vertical haul. I like the pump. It works great for me.
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Hugh, I'm not sure. You could look at www.sprinklerwarehouse.com and ask that question.
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Shamrock, you will need a Rain Bird FCKIT1PK - Faucet Connection Kit to connect the 1/2" tubing to the faucet. The other end is closed with a Rain Bird- EC50-1/2" -Closure Pack. I also included a battery operated Melnor 3100 2-Zone Aquatimer Sprinkler Control that connected to the Faucet Connection in order to water automatically using a 2 hose set up. The unit works well for me and I have been well pleased with it.
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Yes you can use the pump for your lawn irrigiation system. However, there are some control questions you will need to resolve. 1. Is there any chance you could pump your shallow well empty or down to a level where the pickup pipe will be below the level of the water in the well? The pump cannot be ran without water to the input. It is not a self priming pump. 2. Does the irrigation system have an "on-off" timer. If so, then some method will need to be devised to prime the pump. Again, the pump cannot be ran without water at the input. 3. Are there approximately the same number of sprinkler heads in each of the three zones? If there is a large difference in the number of sprinkler heads, the pressure to each zone will vary and un- even results will occur.
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No you don't have to use the dripper. I put some silicone on the joint to keep the birds and wind from turning it. The drip regulates the amount of water, they sell them at Lowes.
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If the rain barrel fills before you use the water and is going to overflow then lay the hose down on the ground in the direction you could use the water or put the hose in buckets to carry to water other areas/plants. Probably you would be using the water as it fills and it doesn't get a chance to overflow. I keep water in the top for birds to drink & bathe.
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We usually use a sprayer with the hose because we spray about 20 tall trees. The deer ate the leaves off halfway up the trees 3 yrs ago. They have not touched the trees since we started spraying with DEER OUT...it is great stuff. Does not wash off the trees like products you buy at local stores. I would think a spray bottle would work well if you are doing a small area. In fact...I use a spray bottle to spray the engines and wheel wells of our cars so "chipmunks" don't go in them and build nests. It works great!!
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Yes you can, however it is more likely that the head will fall off under normal water flow and debris build up will not be a problem. The head attachment is my primary disappointment with this product. I would caution you against it, and find a watering can with a more firmly attached head.
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There should be no problem using with a sprinkler. The hose is light weight so even the self propelled versions should have no problem with it. The length at 25 feet is a little short for a lawn but okay for flower beds and such close to the spigot.
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We used it on our windows so they would open easier -- and they did. I see no reason it wouldn't work on sprinkler heads. My advice, try it on one and see how it holds up. Also, I am a complete novice at fixing things so I go to YouTube and write out my question. That's how I found out about WD-40 silicone spray in the first place. Good luck.
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I already answered your question but you got me thinking. I used a long PVC pipe I had from left over sprinkler project. I placed it inside the cover and extended it into the air to the top of my umbrella that's attached to my patio table, it was a tiny bit tricky at first, but it worked! ;)
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Yeah, this sprinkler needs a stand. I have the Orbit 1/2-Inch Metal Ring Sprinkler Base 58030. It's pretty stout. But a handheld? Meaning a hose attachment? I bought a couple of those thru Amazon...look at the reviews/price and go with one that works for you.