How to install our Drip Irrigation Vortex Emitters

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Installation Steps

The emitters are designed to work with a pressure of between 45 and 70 PSI.

Please take into consideration that the water pressure in the circuit drops with every new emitter installed.

First, please make sure you have some form of filtration and pressure regulation installed on your water source.

Why is it important:

Filtration: the couplings and emitters have small openings that can clog with debris or sediments if there’s no filtration used.

Second, you’ll need distribution tubing to get the water to the area needed.

1/2" distribution tube as a mainline from your water source throughout your needed area

1/4" distribution tube for connecting the emitters to the mainline (like Carpathen 1/4" Push to Connect Distribution Tube).

Do not use oil or other lubricants to assemble the parts; it will deteriorate the line and fittings and make them easier to blow off under the water pressure.

Do not use glue as it might clog the installation and you won’t be able to clean it in case of debris or sediments.

Step 1 - Connect a 1/2" to 1/4" 4-way connector

Connect the mainline with the distribution line using a 4 way connector

Step 2 - Running the needed length

Run the needed length of 1/4" distribution tube from the mainline to your plant (try not use more than 5 feet of tubing per branch).

Step 3 - Connecting the 1/4” tube

Connect one end of the 1/4" tube to the push to connect coupling and the other to an emitter. Make sure the tube is entirely inserted into the connector and the emitter so it won’t come out when you turn on the water.

Step 4 - Inserting the emitters

Insert the Emitter’s stake in the ground. Please do not use excessive force - if the ground is too hardened, water it a bit to soften before inserting the stake.

Step 5 - Open the water source to flush out any debris

With the end of the 1/2" mainline tubing open, flush out any debris or dirt that may have gotten into the line during installation. Continue flushing until water runs clear.

Step 6 - Closing the mainline

Close/plug the mainline tubing and open the water.

Step 7 - Inspect circuit

Inspect the entire circuit and make sure there are no leaks or tube kinks.

Step 8 - Inspecting the emitters and adjusting the water flow

Inspect each emitter and adjust the water flow to desired level by screwing/unscrewing the cap. It can be adjusted from barely dripping near the stake up to a maximum of 50-60 Gallons/hour with a radius of over 3-4 feet, depending on the water pressure in the system.

Frequently Asked Quaestion Drip Irrigation Emitters

No water flow is coming out of the sprinkler's head.

First, with the water turned on take out the adjustable cap and make sure that water runs clear from the barb. Secondly, check and clean if needed the adjustable cap of calcium and lime deposits or debris. Finally, reconnect the cap, turn on the water supply, and screw/unscrew the cap to the desired water output.

Leaking around the emitter’s cap.

This usually happens if the emitter cap is not screwed on enough. To fix it, screw the cap a little more. If this does not work, remove and screw the cap again, correctly, to fix the problem.

The 1/4" tubing is being blown off the couplings or the emitters.

This could be caused by the tubing not being fully pushed inside the barb or excessive pressure. Reconnect the tube, to the emitter and push until there is no more room left the barb connector, and check the pressure. The system should not have an operating pressure higher than 70 PSI. Additionally, you can try cutting the small section of the tube where the barb was initially connected and reconnect.

How can I help protect emitter heads from being damaged by small animals?

Squirrels and other rodents chew on the emitter trying to get access to the water. Providing them with other sources of water, easily accessible, can deter them from chewing up your emitters. Try filling small containers with water and scatter them around your area. If this solution does not help, you can use wire screen mesh to restrict their access to the emitters.

Maintenance

Once or twice a year, remove the emitter caps and flush the circuit until the water runs clear. If you see a build-up of calcium or lime deposits, soak them in vinegar to clear them off.

If you live in an area that has freezing temperatures and/or hard frosts, it will be necessary to completely drain your drip system to prevent the lines and other parts that contain water from being damaged. Please thoroughly double-check the 1/4" tubing as kirks can prevent water from draining.

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How to install our Drip Irrigation Push to Connect Vortex Emitters