How to Replace an Orbit Sprinkler Head

Orbit offers a wide variety of sprinkler heads that are compatible with sprinkler systems such as the Hunter PGP, Toro and Rainbird. Sprinkler systems make caring for your lawn, regardless of the size, an easy process. Orbit pop-up sprinkler heads pop up when they are watering the lawn and pop down when the watering process ends. Over time, dirt and debris can damage your sprinkler head and it will not work properly; you will then need to replace it.

Difficulty: Moderate

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Orbit key

1. Decide on the rotation that you need. For guidance, check to see how the sprinkler head you are replacing is set. The sprinkler-head replacement is preset to 180 degrees. Adjust the head replacement with your palm. Push down to rotate the nozzle turret counterclockwise until it stops. Next, rotate the nozzle clockwise to the right stop.

2. Insert the Orbit key into the adjustment socket and turn the key clockwise. If you would like to have the head sprinkle 45 degrees, turn the key 1/2 turn; for 90 degrees, turn the key one full turn, and so on.

3. Remove the old sprinklee head. It will screw out of its riser relatively smoothly.

4. Screw the new sprinkler head into the existing riser until you can no longer thread it through.

5. Orient the arrow on the top of the cap so that it is pointing to the right stop. You do this by turning the the sprinkler head counterclockwise on the riser. This will ensure that, once the sprinkler is running, it will only work on the only the area of land you want to water, and not over-spray onto your sidewalk or driveway.

Tips & Warnings

• Inspect your sprinkler head before replacing it. It may be clogged and simply need a good cleaning, not replacement.
• If more than one sprinkler head is not working, call in a professional, as this may signal a larger problem.

Resources

• Orbit Online