Residential Rotors - Rotor Installation

Before installing rotatory sprinklers (rotors), ensure you have a good irrigation design plan and enough pressure for the rotors with good head-to-head coverage. If you are unsure, please get in touch with a professional.

We have supplied details for different construction practices for the rotors. These often vary by region. Hunter provides installation details for designing irrigation systems. Learn More

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Remove the old rotary head by turning the counterclockwise if applicable. In some cases, excavating the surrounding soil might be necessary to prevent clogging the water lines.

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For new installations, a SCH80 riser can be installed at the appropriate height. If using a Hunter Swing Joint, you can adjust the height after the head is installed. Learn More The inlet size of the PGP is ¾" NPT and the PGJ is ½" NPT.

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After the rotor is installed, you can backfill the surrounding area and make sure the rotor is set at the appropriate height.

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If the right side of the arc is not properly aligned, the results may be a wet walkway or a dry turf area. The right side arc can easily be realigned. Learn More

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Adjustable heads are preset to approximately 180˚. Sprinklers may be adjusted with water on or off. Learn More

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