Title: Troubleshooting
Author: Drip Depot Staff


Problem Potential cause Solution
Electric valve does not operate properly Wrong valve size, flow too low Replace with correct size
Valve diaphragm orifice is plugged Clean or replace diaphragm
Solenoid faulty Check wiring, or replace solenoid
Battery operated controller does not operate properly Check the battery, make sure the controller contact touches the battery Replace battery or with your finger lift the battery clip upward
Battery operated controller does not close Puppet is missing, "O" ring # 2 is missing, lever is in the open position Contact manufacturer to order replacement parts
Battery operated controller leaks between the valve and the controller "O" ring # 1 is missing, "O" ring # 1 is not installed correctly Contact manufacturer to order replacement parts
Pressure regulator leaking Dirt inside the pressure regulator Remove from line, remove the washer and wash with water or replace
Dripper or micro sprinkler has uneven or no flow Line broken, filter clogged, dripper clogged or faulty, pressure too high or too low Check drip line, clean or replace screen filter, replace or clean dripper or nozzle of micro sprinkler, check pressure regulator.
Dripper or micro sprinkler has uneven or no flow at the end of the drip line Too many drippers on the drip line Make sure that you did not exceed the total maximum flow of 200 gph recommended
Fittings separating from poly tube drip line Fittings improperly installed Tubing is not far enough inside the compression fitting
Wrong fittingswith DIG poly tubing .700 OD Make sure you used .700 OD fitting color code black
Dripper or micro sprinkler popping out of drip line Pressure regulator is defective, drippers or micro sprinklers are installed improperly; faulty or worn punch Replace pressure regulator, check or replace drippers or micro sprinkler, plug hole with goof plug, replace or clean punch
Pressure is to high Install pressure regulator or replace
Clogged drippers, what steps to try The use of a proper filter should avoid clogging problems, but if you do find clogged drippers, here is a step to try While the water is on, hold your finger over the dripper outlet for a few seconds. This "back flushing" will usually work.
Clogged drippers at the end of the line If many drippers are clogged, chances are there is a break in the line. Check your 1/2" poly tube
No water flow from drippers or micro sprinklers The use of a proper filter should avoid clogging problems, but if you do find clogged drippers, here is a step to try Clean screen in faucet adaptor or open the filter and clean the screen by washing with water
No water flow from micro sprinklers Problem occurs in a micro sprinkler on 1/2 inch female base Remove "c" shaped head from base, remove nozzle from "c" shaped head and rinse nozzle thoroughly under water.
Drippers or micro sprinklers have calcium deposits (white color buildup) Hard water You can remove dripper or micro sprinkler from the line and soak for one hour in a chlorine solution
Plants appear stressed Drippers near the plants are plugged Replace drippers, check filter and clean
Break in the dripper line Repair break using connector
Run time is inadequate for plants Reset controller for more time

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