I think I need a FULL video of how to start from step 1 and end with step X to make sense of these things - I am going to be installing Rainbird system on my yard - but since I have never done it, I am not even sure why you would want to attach to the City water Pipe - is that what you did? I would have just attached it from a Hosebib?
There will be high dynamic flow losses through a hose bib, especially the small diameter pipe leading up to it. You need about 30psi at the nozzle. Sometimes more.
This video is great! Alex asked my first question about the direction of the filter (up or down). I just purchased the Amiad and pulled out the instructions saying it needs to be pointed downwards. I’m so relieved it doesn’t. Thank you for answering. Second question: Can I use the flush ball valve on the filter cap to attach a garden hose to? It looks like a hose could be connected to it. That was the main reason I bought this particular filter.
Each brand of filter might have different requirements. The threads are a little different than hose bibs and most likely will need an adapter to connect to a hose.
The filter body can be pointed in any direction, as 100% of the water will have to pass through the filter before going on to the rest of the system. I prefer up for ease of access and connections for winterization. If you feel like it needs to be flushed without the filter, you can just open it up and remove the filter and flush it. Hope this helps!
I couldn't leave it alone. Plus I had small drip in one connection 😟. Took it off , not too bad actually because I had drip line attached. There is an arrow. Replaced it correctly and no drip. I don't know why the first time I do anything I do it backwards.
The installation manual says to not put teflon tape on the threads to the ball valve. You used male adapters which is an inferior part compared to a Sch 80 threaded nipple.
You are right in that the schedule80 is much stronger than scheduler40 but I believe the psi rating is plenty sufficient for given psi. Teflon is on ball valve is just my preference.
@@thesprinklerchannel The psi rating is not the issue. The issue is the movement of the ground causing stress on the threads and cracking at the threads. The male adapter is not strong.
Nicely done
I think I need a FULL video of how to start from step 1 and end with step X to make sense of these things - I am going to be installing Rainbird system on my yard - but since I have never done it, I am not even sure why you would want to attach to the City water Pipe - is that what you did? I would have just attached it from a Hosebib?
There will be high dynamic flow losses through a hose bib, especially the small diameter pipe leading up to it. You need about 30psi at the nozzle. Sometimes more.
This video is great! Alex asked my first question about the direction of the filter (up or down). I just purchased the Amiad and pulled out the instructions saying it needs to be pointed downwards. I’m so relieved it doesn’t. Thank you for answering.
Second question: Can I use the flush ball valve on the filter cap to attach a garden hose to? It looks like a hose could be connected to it. That was the main reason I bought this particular filter.
Each brand of filter might have different requirements. The threads are a little different than hose bibs and most likely will need an adapter to connect to a hose.
@@thesprinklerchannel Thank you!
Thanks for this video! Shouldn't the filter body be pointing down from the pipe? This is where all the gunk collects
The filter body can be pointed in any direction, as 100% of the water will have to pass through the filter before going on to the rest of the system. I prefer up for ease of access and connections for winterization. If you feel like it needs to be flushed without the filter, you can just open it up and remove the filter and flush it. Hope this helps!
@@thesprinklerchannel thank you!
Yes, the installation manual says to point it down.
what is the name of the new filter you installed? Mine just cracked.
It’s the main line filter. Are you wanting the brand?
It's an Amiad Super 1"
Does it matter what direction filter is ?
The actual filter no , the housing to it shows the flow direction and that matters.
@@thesprinklerchannel I don't see a direction....the pressure regulator has a direction but I see no direction on housing
I think I have it backwards
But it works....I mean I get water
I couldn't leave it alone. Plus I had small drip in one connection 😟. Took it off , not too bad actually because I had drip line attached. There is an arrow. Replaced it correctly and no drip.
I don't know why the first time I do anything I do it backwards.
What is the brand of the filter you are using?
Don’t remember off the top of my head. I’ll try and look it up and post again here soon.
The installation manual says to not put teflon tape on the threads to the ball valve. You used male adapters which is an inferior part compared to a Sch 80 threaded nipple.
You are right in that the schedule80 is much stronger than scheduler40 but I believe the psi rating is plenty sufficient for given psi. Teflon is on ball valve is just my preference.
@@thesprinklerchannel The psi rating is not the issue. The issue is the movement of the ground causing stress on the threads and cracking at the threads. The male adapter is not strong.
Where did you buy your filter?
Sprinkler supply in Utah
Thanks I needed to replace mine and found one at Grainger in West Valley City.
Y strainer need to go down not up
Either way works 👍🏼 typically found on side or up in Utah - allows one to connect for winterizing sprinkler systems.