Installation for K026

This kit has all the parts needed to start the system connecting to a faucet.  The Drip Store also includes instructions on how to start the system from a PVC pipe or a pipe thread.

Starting the irrigation system from a faucet:

• Optional: If you wish to automate the system, first connect a battery-operated timer to the faucet (suggested model C001 - not included in this kit).

1. Use the 3/4" MHT x MPT nipple (model A010) to start from a pipe thread
2. Connect the 3/4" FHT x MHT backflow device to the controller if used or to the faucet (model A015).
3. Connect the 3/4" FHT x MHT filter (model F300) to the backflow device, or directly to the controller if used male outlet.
4. Connect the 3/4" FHT x MHT pressure regulator (model A013) to the filter.

Optional: Starting the irrigation system from a PVC pipe:

1. Glue to a 3/4" PVC pipe a PVC female adapter (model P357) (not included).
2. Use the 3/4" MHT x MPT nipple (model  A010) to connect to the pipe thread making sure to use 3-5 rounds of Teflon tape.
3. Connect the 3/4" FHT X MHT battery-operated controller (model C001 not included in this kit) to the nipple if used.
4. Connect the 3/4"FHT x MHT backflow device to the controller or to the faucet (model A015).
5. Connect the 3/4" FHT x MHT filter (model F300) to the backflow device, if used, or directly to the controller male outlet or faucet.
6. Connect the 3/4" 25 PSI FHT x MHT pressure regulator (model A013) to the filter.

Steps to connect all others components:

1. To the 3/4" FHT x MHT pressure regulator connect the 3/4" FHT swivel adapter (model LF503).
2. To the 3/4" swivel adapter connect the 100’ of 1/2" drip tubing with .600 ID x .700 OD (model T003) and run the drip irrigation tubing into the greenhouse and perpendicularto the benches.
3. Near the center of each bench cut the drip tubing and connect a 1/2" tee (model LF005). Use one tee for each row and for the last row use a 1/2" elbow (model LF007). To the tee or elbow connect the 1/2" drip tubing and lay it along the center of each bench.
4. Turn the water on and flush the line, and then close the end of the 1/2"drip irrigation tubing using hose end (model A006).
5. Use 1/2" coupling .700 O.D. (model LF001) to connect additional 1/2" drip irrigation tubing, or for repair.
6. Use plugs (if needed) (model SF007) to repair small holes in the 1/2" drip tubing.
7. Turn the water on and flush the line, after you flush the line close the end of the 1/2"drip tubing using (model A006) hose end.
8. Between every four baskets punch a hole in the 1/2" drip irrigation tubing using the punch (model A019) and insert a 1-GPH PC dripper (model BG-010).
9. Onto the dripper’s nipple outlet, press the 4-outlet adapter (model GB-40U).
10. To each of the adapter outlets connect the 1/8" x 24" micro tubing (model GD-024.) To the end of the micro tubing add the stake (model GD-000) and secure it into the pot.

How much time to water:  Turn the water on for 5 to 10 minutes, and check the irrigation system. If you need less or more water adjust the time on the irrigation controller. The goal is that all the potted plants regardless of size will drain at the same time. Program the irrigation controller for about 2 to 4 minutes less than the time it took you to test the system. Run the system every one or two days, depending on your location and the soil type. After a week or two check the pots, soil, the health of the plants, and adjust the irrigation time, as needed.