Unsafe irrigation systems....? Why bother?

downunder

This is from a manufacturer:

http://www.watts.com/pro/_productsFu...&pid=883&ref=2

I could be mistaken, but I believe that Watts is a major manufacturer of these products, and if they say that this DUAL valve can be tested, I will take their word!

It didn't take me long to find this from the mfg's site, and I'm just a barefoot, ignorant, Gawja redneck.

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If it's worth doing, it's worth doing right. If you wouldn't put your name on it, it ain't done right!

AllanJ

You can manually connect a hose (as the only feed) to a sprinkler system cut off from the problemmatical check valves as opposed to do all your lawn watering with new portable sprinklers.

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jackofmany

I am wrestling with an owner installed system also. I have found the book put out by Scotts to be very helpful in the basics and the more advanced principals of irrigation and as i recall it specifically addresses your concern. Good luck - and don't give up. The company is more than likely using the "fear" motivation to encourage you to use their services. It is all pretty basic stuff though. Call your library and see if they have Sprinklers & Watering Systems - by Meridth books - Des Moines, Iowa