| FAQs, Troubleshooting, Video | Why is my controller continuing to run after it's unplugged? There are two reasons why your sprinklers would continue running:It is possible that your valves have been opened manually. You will need to locate your valve box(es) and twis... >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Troubleshooting, Video | How do I manually open a valve? There are two ways to bleed a zone valve for manual operation:One way is to simply turn the solenoid (the black cylinder with 2 wires) counter-clockwise a 1/4 to 1/2 turn. To ... >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Troubleshooting | How do I manually open a zone control valve without using the controller? Simply twist the solenoid on the valve counter clockwise 1/4 turn to 1/2 a turn. To shut off the valve, twist the solenoid clockwise until it is snug on the valve. >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Troubleshooting, Video | Why does my irrigation system continue running after the controller is turned to OFF or unplugged? There are two reasons why your sprinklers would continue running:It's possible your valves have been opened manually. You'll need to locate your valve box(es) and turn the sol... >> Read More | |
| Adjustment, FAQs, Troubleshooting | How does the flow control knob on my Hunter valve work? The flow control knob works very similar to a hose bib or gate valve as its main function is to either fully allow or restrict the amount of water passing through the valve.T... >> Read More | |
| Educational, Installation Procedures | Installing a Hunter Valve We recommend that you follow these guidelines when installing your valves:Use nipples with "cut" threads rather than fittings with molded threads. From brand to brand, there c... >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Installation Procedures | What are the effects of Pipe Dope on ABS Plastic? Over the last few years we've had several customers call with questions regarding the effects of oil-based pipe dope compounds on the threads of Hunter sprinklers. In case you... >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Video | Cleaning Debris From An Irrigation Valve Here are some tips for valve repair.Turn the controller to " System Off" so it does not try to cycle a program.Shut off the main water supply. Opening a valve under pressure i... >> Read More | |
| FAQs, Troubleshooting | Why does my valve close slow? Most irrigation valves are designed to close within 10 to 20 seconds of the solenoid deactivating. The most common reason why a valve would close slower than normal is that th... >> Read More | |
| Educational | Choosing A Hunter Valve When determining what might be the best valve for your particular needs, it is a good idea to keep these considerations in mind:Choose a valve that will operate at the pressur... >> Read More | |
