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Mon 31 May 2010 01:43
sprinkler system - janliv18

i want to install 6 sprinklers in the garden linked to a Hozelock automatic water timer. The sprinklers will be pushed into the soil and the hose hidden so its a permanent solution.

At the moment with 6 sprinklers going the pressure is a bit low. How can i boost this? would i need a pump, a separate water tank?

can anyone think of a cheap way to do this.

i do have a power shower pump going spare if anyone can think of a way to use it? maybe try and get hold of a water container and take water off the gutters?

any advice please.


thanks

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Tue 1 Jun 2010 16:51
sprinkler system - Berisford

The Hozelock automatic water timer have a pressure limiting device in 'em to stop possible damage caused by too high a mains pressure. You could try removing that.

It's in the 'exit' connector from the timer.

Also be aware that the Hozelock system uses very simple push fit friction connections in the pipework, it'll only stand so much pressure before the connectors blow!

Edited by Berisford on 01/06/2010 at 16:53

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Tue 1 Jun 2010 20:33
sprinkler system - Waino

Given that you can't change the water pressure, is it possible to split the 6 sprinklers into 2 banks of 3 and use a valve to alternate the supply?

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