This thing always stays full of liquid. How do you know when to refill it? Also, I'm using it for 300:1 fertilizer, how long should I run the sprinkler on each section of lawn?
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An irrigation cycle time should really depend on the watering need for the turf. The duration of time before the fertilizer solution is drained from the unit depends on the flow rate going through the unit (minimum 2 GPM). It will completely drain after 75 gallons has passed through the injector.
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I'd read the label. Regular lawn irrigation likely dilutes its potency. It could work but may need to be applied more frequently than the label recommends in sprinkler locations.
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Hmmm. I only use one sprinkler, but I do use a hose splitter to be able to run a sprinkler and get water for other purposes. That seems to work well, so maybe a splitter and two hoses? I notice that they do have a dual sprinkler timer and perhaps that might be what is necessary? I really like their timer and ordered a second after the first one gave out after a few years. The second one doesn't work. They do have a good guarantee and are sending me a new one. They seem helpful, so perhaps sending them an email with your question could be worthwhile.
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I have a 3/4 HP and using the smallest tank available which is 4 Gallons .Just what are you using the pump for ? I am watering my lawn without any problem for hours. alex
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I was informed by other growers using this item that it is very strong and should be used at a rate of 1/8 ounce to a gallon of water. This rate was given for growing Atlantic giant pumpkins. So if you used a full ounce it should make 8 gallons, I hope this helped you?
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The key to that question is to never let it go dry. I check mine every other day & refill as needed.I keep a milk jug full of water inside the house with a touch of bleach in it so the water won't turn green.Hope this helps you out & enjoy!
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hello . the way this stuff works is all broad leaf plants have a tiny cup at the very bottom of the leaf cluster , water and nutrients puddle there and are absorbed by the plant . and a grass is a straight shoot no puddle there . so when you spray the active weed killer drips into the puddle , the plant drinks , and BAM dead weed or flower oops . this type of herbicide has a fairly short lifespan (normaly a 3 to 6 days depending on rain) whereas weedkiller like roundup is super sticky and has heavier molecules , so it sticks to everything and stays alot longer (depending on rain 4 to 8 weeks) so yes this will murder you flowers . and it's fun to be a farmer . hello . the way this stuff works is all broad leaf plants have a tiny cup at the very bottom of the leaf cluster , water and nutrients puddle there and are absorbed by the plant . and a grass is a straight shoot no puddle there . so when you spray the active weed killer drips into the puddle , the plant drinks , and BAM dead weed or flower oops . this type of herbicide has a fairly short lifespan (normaly a 3 to 6 days depending on rain) whereas weedkiller like roundup is super sticky and has heavier molecules , so it sticks to everything and stays alot longer (depending on rain 4 to 8... » Read More hello . the way this stuff works is all broad leaf plants have a tiny cup at the very bottom of the leaf cluster , water and nutrients puddle there and are absorbed by the plant . and a grass is a straight shoot no puddle there . so when you spray the active weed killer drips into the puddle , the plant drinks , and BAM dead weed or flower oops . this type of herbicide has a fairly short lifespan (normaly a 3 to 6 days depending on rain) whereas weedkiller like roundup is super sticky and has heavier molecules , so it sticks to everything and stays alot longer (depending on rain 4 to 8 weeks) so yes this will murder you flowers . and it's fun to be a farmer . « Show Less
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Do you mean how long they work? I've had them since April. I noticed the soil got dry on a couple of plants and refilled the spikes (rather than the tubing) as they were dry (they're normally filled with water). It seemed to fix the problem. If you mean how long it will water the plant I'm going away for 3 weeks and am not worried. I use a gallons of water for 2-3 spikes and it takes weeks/months to empty. I think it depends on what type of plant you have on how much water it uses.
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When we run it constantly I added water every day just to get the water up to the "full" line, but I never let it go empty so I can't give you an exact length of time for that. If you ran it just off and on for either cooling or to humidify the air you wouldn't have to add it as often. It is very easy to fill.
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I don't have a clue..... we have large area's to water and it covers large a large area (our lot is over 2 acreas so I know what a large area is) but I would not have any idea how to measure "gallons" a sprinkler puts out - I ran it for 30 mins. and it watered the area fine.
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We have a smallish yard and have yet to fill spool. Have had product all last summer and this year, so far still on same spool. Hope this is of some help.
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It will flash empty where the water reservoir is half full. Fill it to the line and it should restart. If you are using oils - as opposed to hydrosol's then cleaning off the metal disc occasionally has made it work for us. As another said it is only recommended to use with water soluble oils - hydrosols
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Needs to be watered in to the ground. Need rain or sprinkled in within 48 hours of application.Thus, during a rain storm would be fine.
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Idk. I never emptied mine and its been several weeks now. Sprayer works everytime
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I just used a regular garden pressure sprayer. I mixed the concentrate according to the directions and no problems here. Does this side of you house get wet when it rains.... Maybe you could try wetting the house with a hose a few times as this works best with regular rainfall after it dries. Mine gets better with each rain. I usually do mine every two years.
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Dennis, you won't have any problems for years. My son left it uncover and water got into the gas. We fixed it by draining the water with gas and replacing it with new gas. As long as it is out of the elements this lawn boy self propel will last for years to come. I love mine!
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I agree with the suggestion to water the plant before using the spike (I use a moisture meter to check the soil), and to be sure to soak the spikes for 15 min. before putting them in the pot. Before putting the lid on the spike I blow on it (with the tube in the water) to be sure it's not plugged; then I suck on it to bring the water up to the lid to start the siphoning process. However, the reservoir needs to be below the plant - not above it! I've had other problems with the spikes (tubes getting plugged, probes getting empty and dry for no apparent reason - but haven't had a problem with spikes emptying in a few hours. That mystifies me. Good luck!