Hi, will this timer plug into a normal garden hose or does it require special hardware to work? Thanks.
2002924
No. This timer is for solenoid valves used for sprinkler systems. It is not compatible with a garden hose.
2002925
No this timer is not for garden hoses, it is the timer for a buried irrigation system. Orbit does make a garden hose timer that screws right onto the hose bibb. They make the hose timer for one hose and for two hoses. I have both.
2002926
this is a timer for an already-installed in-ground sprinkler system. will not work with a "normal garden hose".
2002927
This timer is for an entire sprinkler system, not just a hose. Underground valves and sprinkler heads are required.
2002928
This timer does not plug into a normal garden house. Requires special plumbing hardware.
1607244
The connections are all standard garden house connections. You can find adaptors for that in any hardware store that can then go to any size PVC pipe you want. I split mine to two different areas of my garden (trees on one leg and veggies on other) so I could run two different watering times. This is incredibly easy to use and battery life was better than any other unit I've had.
1781397
Rather than a cutoff, I went to the local hardware store and purchased an inexpensive timer that fits between the faucet and hose. This way no unwanted pressure on the hose that can cause it to rupture.
1478445
It would work connected on the end of your garden hose, or to your main outlet (hydrant). Either way. A hose end has male hose threads on it. The part that connects to the hydrant is the female end with female hose threads in it. Hose threads are consistent re: threads and diameters for standard garden hoses. Means you can put this unit in on your hydrant, or put it on the end of a hose. Your choice. It is a nice brass one with stainless steel ball valves inside of it. It is NOT plastic junk from Asia colored to look like brass.
1156717
Yes, it's perfect for using with a hose. You can set the timer and then go on to do other things without having to worry about leaving it on all night, as I have done before buying this timer.
847799
The timer is designed to be hard wired, mounted to the wall, wires entering and exiting the back, with all wiring and components rated for the load. I suppose it could be modified to be plugged in if a person used the properly rated cords and plugs. Supply wiring (the outlet and wiring) would need to be rated to handle the current demand of the devices connected to it. Better have an idea of what you are doing before trying to do this. Not a project for the beginner.
760033
If it works with a light switch it will work with this timer. It is just a simple set of brass contacts.
780042
I use it to to run two sprinklers on my lawn at night. I have about 45 pounds pressure and it works well. You can probably test your situation by hooking your hose directly and checking how the watering works. The timer will not reduce the pressure very much. Charles
23390
We use it with a Galcon 9001D Hose End Tap Timer with Programmable LCD Display, which is one of the rare irrigation timers that connects to a hose and can be programmed to come on for more than 4 hours. We set the timer to come on every night from 10pm to 6am, and it keeps raccoons out of the yard without spraying our cats during the day.
1440226
You can certainly T-off and run the timer but the pressure would be determined by the pressure you have on your line to begin with and the size of the pipes you use. The timer would have no bearing on that. The timer has standard hose sizing. Running 4 lines on one output will substantially reduce your output on the lines, to 25% on each line. Simple math. If your lines are of a smaller guage then you will not have a problem. Reduce the pipe size for their output (you can do this and maintain a good sprinkler system) and it will still work.
428939
G'Day, "A_M"! As long as your timer has an outlet for a two-prong plug and the clearance around the outlet for the boxy transformer housing behind the plug, you should be fine. If it helps, I had to use one of those light-duty extension cords even though the feeder cord is plenty long enough. The boxy plug was just too big for my timer, but the extension cord plug fit nicely. ...Hope this helps. Cheers! -j.
1257451
I connected it to standard 1/2" distribution hose using the barbed fittings. The distribution hose is connected directly to city water through the irrigation timer with no regulator, and have had no problems.
485201
It's for low voltage so I don't think so. You just plug the hose in no electrical connection.
788020
The timer comes with a standard mounting plate to fit a standard wall receptacle box. Nothing special is required for a standard wall mount.
276710
It is too powerful for garden hose and connector will not fit. You may use 1-2Hp for garden
398055
I'm not sure what you mean by hard-wire system... This timer is super easy to hook up assuming you have an electrical outlet close and your sprinkler system zone valve wires are already pulled to where you are mounting the timer. So, basically, the only wiring required is power, and a pair of wires for each zone control valve. There is an option for a moisture sensor to be wired as well - I did not need this.
619960
The timer comes pre wired with a NEMA 5L15 Plug, (standard USA 120vac). It is outdoor rated and not designed to be hardwired. The transformer is sealed with the cord already attached. Consult a certified electrician in your area before modifying the designed cord. I did however rewire several of these to be able to run all wires through 3/4" conduit and seal up all unused holes with quality silicone to keep the bugs out. I only suggest doing it if you know what you are doing and are comfortable working with household current.