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Sample Irrigation Installation Detail Drawings
These sample drawings show some possible ways of putting your irrigation components together. They show methods typically used in the industry, although you need to use common sense and make modifications as needed for your specific situation.
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Backflow Preventer Installation:
Atmospheric Vacuum Breaker Backflow Preventer
Pressure Vacuum Breaker Backflow Preventer
Reduced Pressure Backflow Preventer
Double Check Backflow Preventer
Valve Installation & Wiring:
Control System:
Controller (Clock) Installation - Interior Wall Mounted.
Controller (Clock) Installation - Exterior Wall Mounted.
Filters:
Auto Flush for a Disk Filter. If you have really dirty water and the filter frequently needs to be flushed this is a possible solution. This project requires a moderate to high level of skill and knowledge.
Drip Irrigation
(Be sure to see the drip irrigation design guidelines.)
A Typical Drip System using Anti-Siphon Valves
Automatic Control Valve with Filter and Pressure Regulator
Moisture Barriers
Moisture barriers help reduce damage caused by irrigation water in expansive soils. Before you use the moisture barrier details please read the Irrigation and Expansive Soils Tutorial.
Patio or Sidewalk Moisture Barrier
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