Does it work for small yards? The box says for "large lawns" Would I have to set everything to the min distance and lose the benefit of adjustability?
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I would not recommend this for small yards. My grass area is 20' x 18' and I could not use this placed in the center of the yard. It does work if I place it in the corner, but then the adjustability is not as great. The reason I say it's not great for a small yard is that when I turn down the flow, there's not enough force in the water to push the "slide" over the "hills" in the adjustable ring.
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I guess it depends on how small your yard is. I've got a large yard, but am using this sprinkler to water only a 25x50 foot rectangular seedbed. With the sprinkler in the middle of this area, I've got it adjusted so the spray distance varies from about 13 to 25 feet. I think it could service an even smaller area if I turned down the water flow. If your yard is smaller, and is not very irregular in shape, you might want to use a small oscillating sprinkler. Keep in mind that impulse sprayers, like this Gilmour, are designed to shoot water fairly long distances because they aim in one direction at a time. The oscillating sprinklers provide more even coverage for smaller areas.
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I guess it depends on how small your yard is. I've got a large yard, but am using this sprinkler to water only a 25x50 foot rectangular seedbed. With the sprinkler in the middle of this area, I've got it adjusted so the spray distance varies from about 13 to 25 feet. I think it could service an even smaller area if I turned down the water flow.If your yard is smaller, and is not very irregular in shape, you might want to use a small oscillating sprinkler. Keep in mind that impulse sprayers, like this Gilmour, are designed to shoot water fairly long distances because they aim in one direction at a time. The oscillating sprinklers provide more even coverage for smaller areas. I guess it depends on how small your yard is. I've got a large yard, but am using this sprinkler to water only a 25x50 foot rectangular seedbed. With the sprinkler in the middle of this area, I've got it adjusted so the spray distance varies from about 13 to 25 feet. I think it could service an even smaller area if I turned down the water flow.If your yard is smaller, and is not very irregular in shape, you might want to use a small oscillating sprinkler. Keep in mind that impulse sprayers, like this Gilmour, are designed to shoot water fairly long distances because they aim in... » Read More I guess it depends on how small your yard is. I've got a large yard, but am using this sprinkler to water only a 25x50 foot rectangular seedbed. With the sprinkler in the middle of this area, I've got it adjusted so the spray distance varies from about 13 to 25 feet. I think it could service an even smaller area if I turned down the water flow.If your yard is smaller, and is not very irregular in shape, you might want to use a small oscillating sprinkler. Keep in mind that impulse sprayers, like this Gilmour, are designed to shoot water fairly long distances because they aim in one direction at a time. The oscillating sprinklers provide more even coverage for smaller areas. « Show Less
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Personally I have only shot up to 40 yards with no problem. I have a friend who's range is bigger and he shoots to 60 yards and he is happy. If my yard was longer I would try it.
256874
There is no right answer to this question. It's fully adjustable and the distance is whatever you set it to.
1741108
John I honestly don't know, I only use mine for deer hunting. I don't think the angle correction would matter in a golf application, because from 26-30 ft in the air there is only approx. 1ft difference in some of my shots per the angle measurements. As far as being accurate, it is extremely accurate!
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The only time mine did that was because I had the settings too close to the ground. As soon as I moved the settings up I mowed fine. When my lawn is really long, I have to put it at the highest setting.
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This is really a lightweight unit designed for small yards. It does a decent job with small amounts of leaves although I have not used it yet or grass clipping,I doubt that it would be able to used in a sizable way for yard clippings unless the area was very small. Up north we have not yet had to cut the grass yet. When we do...I can try it and let you know.
12523
Only in yards, and without looking at the manual, if my memory serves me right, I think it can be set for meters.So- since there's 3 feet in a yard, you'd have to multiply by 3 for feet!
2125160
If you cut your grass really short, it works great. BUT, if you have more than 3 inches in height, don't waste your money.
1095777
I bought this in October, so I have not tried it my selfe at home. My friends recommended it so it must work here in Iceland. You can adjust it from yards to meters easily.
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Yes it works quite well, but if you have a yard that is close to a third of an acre or more, you will have to switch out the batteries part way through.
1037801
Thank you for your question! The transmitter sits in your home and will emit a circular signal (like a dome) that can be adjusted to fit your yard. For a video on how to set up this system, please visit https://youtu.be/5YfQ_16oWCc?list=PLB30F13BA212FB2AF .
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I have only used it for a small time, I believe it will do the job, but it will take some practice using the rake to get the most out of it. The field I had a chance to rake was a couple acres , it did a fair job.
190897
It is pretty small. If you are looking for something for a large yard, this would not work.
560035
That is a micro lawn. I have no doubt that this device would work for that size lawn, but there are many cheaper, lower maintenance choices that would also work.
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Not sure I used it at 20 yards. It's mostly to help you get on target, then at the range you would do some additional adjustments
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Yes, I use it for my lawn front, sides and back yard. Really great for narrow places too. I use it along our street side. You can adjust to keep water off the street. I also have used for all my flower beds. I am glad I bought this sprinkler. You want go wrong buying this sprinkler!
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i check the optishop with a profesional swing and they told me how many yards hitted its was the same distance that the machine told me its works maybe the diference its 5 yards its depend that you configure the optishot