Irrigation Valve Flow Control Handle
Each valve is responsible for one area or zone of the lawn irrigation system.
Irrigation valve flow control handle. When utilizing automatic valves wires run from the irrigation controller or timer to each of the valves. Extend the life of your valve with the extend the life of your valve with the lawn genie by toro flow control handle. A solenoid on the valve receives electric signals. Purple flow control handle identifies valve as part of a non potable system.
The main difference is the flow control limits the stroke of the diaphragm allowing less water to pass. The flow control knob works very similar to a hose bib or gate valve as its main function is to either fully allow or restrict the amount of water passing through the valve. The flow control bypasses the automatic valve features allowing the valve to be closed in an emergency by turning a handle just like a standard manual valve. This saves you time and money.
For normal operation the flow control should be all the way counter clockwise open. Additionally the simple installation features will allow you to complete your valve maintenance quickly and easily. Kenneth d on jul 18 2015. This allows full flow of water through the valve.
Purchased on jun 28 2015. Replacement handle allows you to repair your valve rather than replace it. If you desire to limit the flow you turn the handle clockwise which lowers to waterflow through the valve.