Pope MASTER User manual

DIY GUIDE
INSTALLATION OF LAWN POP-UPS

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Lawn Pop-ups
BASIC IRRIGATION SYSTEM
The controller is the “brains” of the system.
It determines which watering zone operates,
when it turns on and how long it runs for.
External controllers are fine to be mounted
outside in the weather, but should be mounted
close to a 240 volt power source.
POP-UP
SPRINKLER
MANIFOLD /
VALVE BOX
TAP TIMER
CONTROLLER
DRIPPER /
SPRAYS
To help you better understand what your irrigation system is made of, and how it will operate,
take a look at the following diagram. The following components will bring your system to life.
This guide will focus on lawn pop-ups.
Pop-up sprinklers are designed to distribute water evenly over lawn
surfaces. The spray mimics a soaking rain. Pop-ups normally have
15mm inlet threads and come with variable arc nozzles or fixed spray
nozzles. Both have various throw characteristics. Pop-ups should
be placed evenly apart with the spray reaching from the head of one
sprinkler, to the head of the next sprinkler. This ensures full coverage
and no dry spots.
The manifold/valve box is a sealable box that is mounted in the ground
on a bed of pebbles. The valve manifold sits inside this, with outlets to all
of your watering zones. Manifolds consist of a PVC or poly manifold and
multiple solenoid valves. These are the gateways of water to your zones
and are controlled by irrigation cable that is run from the controller. The
manifold/valve box can be mounted in the most convenient location for your
installation, but should be located centrally to all your zones.
DRIP EZE®
Tap timers offer basic operation
to your irrigation system.
They don’t require any additional
valves or wiring so are often
considered an easy way to get
into automated watering. They
can be connected to a standard
garden tap and often come with
25mm/20mm adaptors. You can
remove the bottom 12mm hose
connector and add tap nuts,
directors or pressure reducers.
They don’t offer as much
individual programming so may
not suit complicated watering
setups.
Drip Eze tubing is the most efficient
way to water garden beds and
other small areas. It is made up of
inbuilt drippers at fixed flow rates,
which are placed at fixed spacings
to give even coverage throughout
the garden bed.
Drippers and sprays are two different ways to water
small parts of your garden. A dripper will slowly
release water over time that sinks deep within the
soil. This is better for established plants with deeper
root bowls, in windy areas. Sprays involve spraying
water over a small area in an uncontrolled manner.
This is great for getting leaf and top soil coverage.
Perfect for ferns or other plants that have leaves
built for catching water droplets.

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Lawn Pop-ups
CALCULATING YOUR FLOW RATE
You can also use this chart to determine your flow rate.
BUCKET TEST INSTRUCTIONS
How many sprinklers your system can run at one time depends on how much your home can
supply. Your flow rate will determine the total number of pop-up sprinklers you can use at any
one time. Different pop-up sprinklers will have their own flow rate. An easy way to calculate
your flow rate is by doing a bucket test. All you need is your garden tap, a standard 9 litre
bucket and a stopwatch. Before you start, make sure you measure your water flow at times of
peak water usage. If using a tap timer or pressure reducer, make sure you measure the flow
with the device fitted.
Pop-ups are the ultimate in water delivery systems for your lawn and garden. They offer great
usability while being concealed when not in use and are specifically designed as part of a
system to offer maximum water efficiency. Pop-up sprinkler systems are ideal for many different
types of gardens. They can be used to water grass areas to flower beds and borders too.
For example, if it takes 10 seconds to fill your 9 litre bucket, move along the horizontal axis of
the chart (A) to the 10 second point to the dotted line, and across the horizontal red line to the
vertical axis of the chart (B).
This shows that your flow rate is 43 litres per minute.
Place your 9 litre bucket under your garden tap, and turn the tap on full boar.
Using your stopwatch, time
how long it takes the water
to reach the 9 litre mark.
Use the following formula to calculate the flow rate:
60 ÷ (seconds taken to ll bucket) x (bucket size in litres) = ow rate
E.g. 60 ÷ 12 x 9 = 45 litres per minute
Litres per minute
5 10 15 20 25 30 35 40 45 50 55 60
Time (secs) to fill bucket
20
30
40
50
60
70
80
B
A
Note: It’s important to ensure that when the flow rates for each pop-up sprinkler are added together, the total
flow rate (or litres per minute) does not exceed your garden taps flow rate.

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Selecting the Most Suitable
Pop-up Sprinkler
FEATURES
• Fixed spray pattern.
• Available in ¼, ½, ¾ or full circle patterns.
• Suitable for small lawn areas.
• 50mm pop-up height.
• Adjustable spray radius.
PROFESSIONAL
SUITABLE FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM LAWNS
1/4 Circle
Nozzle
1/2 Circle
Nozzle
3/4 Circle
Nozzle
Full Circle
Nozzle
3L /m
6L /m
11L /m
10L /m
FEATURES
• Fixed spray pattern.
• Uniform coverage.
• Low maintenance.
• Available in ¼, ½, ¾ or full circle patterns.
• Suitable for small or medium lawn areas.
• 50mm pop-up height.
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MASTER
SUITABLE FOR SMALL LAWNS
1/4 Circle
Nozzle
1/2 Circle
Nozzle
3/4 Circle
Nozzle
Full Circle
Nozzle
3L /m
5L /m
10L /m
7L /m
3.5M
PRECISION
SUITABLE FOR SMALL TO MEDIUM LAWNS
ADJUSTING SPRAY
FEATURES
• Variable arc nozzle.
• Adjustable pattern nozzle for greater
water flexibility.
• Pattern adjustment from 0° to 360°.
• Uniform coverage.
• 50mm and 75mm pop-up height.
• Suitable for small to large lawn areas.
Use a screwdriver to adjust the water flow for
the Master, Professional and Precision Series.
To adjust the arc for the Precision Series,
simply twist the nozzle.
4-8M
0 - 360° ARC
To reduce the throw, turn screw to the right.
To increase, turn screw to the left.

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How To Plan Your System
CALCULATING THE NUMBER OF POP-UPS REQUIRED
HEAD TO HEAD WATERING
For proper coverage, space your sprinklers so that the watering patterns overlap. Sprinklers
must always be spaced at distances equivalent to their radius of throw. For example, if your
sprinkler has a radius of 2 metres you should place your sprinklers two metres apart, so that
the edge of the “throw” touches the head of the next sprinkler.
WARNING: When pipes are damaged, back flow occurs polluting household water. Please contact your
local water authority for advice on installing an approved back flow prevention device.
INSTALLATION TIPS FOR POP-UP SYSTEMS
INLINE TAPS
If you do not want to install solenoid valves to separate your zones, you can use manual inline
taps. These will allow you to get the required pressure to operate your required number of
pop-ups.
OFF ON
• Low density poly pipe can only withstand
pressure of 300kPa. If your water pressure
exceeds 300kPa, you should use a pressure
reducer. Pope’s Inline Timer Pressure Reducer
is suitable for all applications and will reduce
your available pressure to 300kPa. This will
relieve longer term problems such as leaking,
that may arise with your
irrigation system downstream.
• Avoid utility and communication
lines when digging.
• Use 19mm locking clamps on
all barbed fittings and place
your pop-up heads level with
the base of your grass.
Zone 1
4
4
4
6
6
4
6
4
6
4 6
4 6
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Zone 2

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Watering
SAND LOAM CLAY
This guide has been put together using average weather conditions.
Use the locality guide below to adjust your watering for your area.
Water your garden for the time length below, each time you water. Use the “When should I
water” chart to determine how often you should water.
Getting the amount of water right is just a combination of knowing what type of soil you have,
how long you need to water, and how often you need to water. Different soils hold different
levels of water.
During periods of Water Restrictions, consult your local water authority for
compliance to local restrictions.
HOW LONG AND WHEN SHOULD I WATER?
Please Note: Water distribution rates vary from sprinkler to sprinkler and from manufacturer to manufacturer.
This guide has been precisely calculated for Pope sprinklers, jets and drippers. Using these guidelines for
products not listed may result in under or over watering.
Please Note: This Publication is presented as a guide only and while every care has been taken in
recommending when to water and for how long, the guide can not account for every situation, weather
condition, soil type and plant type. There is no substitute for careful observation and local experience.
Please ensure you follow any local water restrictions in place. Water conservation principles including deep
and infrequent watering have been used to formulate the guide.
For further information about water conservation please contact your local water authority.
POP-UPS HOSE AND SPRINKLERS
Professional
Pop-up Partner Sprinkler Canberra Sprinkler Oscillator Sprinkler Impact Sprinkler
SAND 5-10
minutes
1-5
minutes
5-10
minutes
15-25
minutes
5-15
minutes
CLAY 10-20
minutes
5-10
minutes
20-25
minutes
40-60
minutes
20-30
minutes
LOAM 20-30
minutes
5-10
minutes
10-15
minutes
30-50
minutes
15-25
minutes
Very hot > 35 Hot 30-35 Very Warm
25-30 Warm 20-25 Mild 15-20 Rain - Cold
SAND 11234
CLAY 33456
LOAM 34567
X
X
X
Every 3rd Day Every 3rd Day
Every 3rd Day
Every 3rd Day Every 4th Day
Every 4th Day
Every 4th Day
Every 5th Day
Every 5th Day
Every 6th Day
Every 6th Day
Every 7th Day
Every 2nd DayEvery Day Every Day
MORE OFTEN THAN GUIDESAME AS GUIDELESS OFTEN THAN GUIDE

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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: Do I need to install a timer to my irrigation system?
A: No, it is possible to install an irrigation system without a timer, but the benefits of
having one will be greater as part of your watering system.
Q: Why is my sprinkler head not popping up?
A: • Clean the sprinkler head and the plastic screen basket so it is not clogged with
dirt or other debris.
• Check your water pressure to make sure it is not too low. Make sure that the
valves on your backflow device are fully open. You may need to separate the
system into Zones to make sure each pop-up is getting the required pressure
and flow.
• Check for any leaks in the water line which can cause low water pressure and
keep water from flowing to the sprinkler head.
• One of the most common reasons is a broken sprinkler head, if it is cracked or
has broken pieces it will need to be replaced. Consider using a sprinkler surround
or sinking the sprinkler lower so your mower doesn’t hit the sprinkler head.
Q: Can I install sprinklers on slopes?
A: Yes, when installing sprinklers on slopes position heads closer together on the
uphill side of the pattern because gravity will shorten the spray throw. Also, to
prevent erosion and uneven watering uphill, align sprinkler heads perpendicular to
the slope.
Q: How many pop-ups can I run?
A: This depends on the flow rate you are able to achieve from your water source.
Check page 3 for details on how to get your flow rate. You then need to look at the
flow consumption of the pop-up sprinkler.
e.g. if you have a 45LPM flow rate, you can run 7.5 Half Circle Professional
sprinklers as they use 6 lpm (45 / 6 = 7.5).
Q: How do I maintain my pop-up watering system?
A: • Trim back grass or prune vegetation growing around the pop-up heads.
• Clean the mesh filter monthly by removing the filter and rinsing it thoroughly.
• At least once a year take apart, clean, inspect and replace any damaged parts.
Your irrigation system needs to be cleaned after your initial installation and also
occasionally to remove dirt and debris.
The below shows how to disassemble a precision pop-up without removing it from the system.
Other pop-ups may have the components arranged in a different way.
Step 1
Unscrew the pop-ups cap.
Step 2
Pull up the riser by gripping
the wiper seal.
Step 3
Hold the wiper seal down and unscrew the
nozzle. Be careful not to let the spring go.
Step 4
Remove the filter, wiper seal, spring and ratchet ring.
Step 5
Clean all debris and grit from all parts and
re-assemble.
Step 6
Flush the system until water runs clear.
Step 7
Re-assemble all parts
Push down and hold
the wiper Then twist to unscrew the nozzle
CLEANING AND FLUSHING YOUR SYSTEM
Hints and Tips

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Tap nuts have a thread to
meet the input device and then
the tail has a barbed adaptor
to run into your system.
Secure the barb connection
with a locking clamp.
Directors have a threaded end
to attach to solenoid valves.
The barbed end (tail) then
connects to your system. These
come in multiple configurations
to suit your valve size but also
the size of your poly tube.
Depending on your source
connection, you will then
choose how to connect to the
rest of the system.
These ttings are used to connect
from your source into the start of
your irrigation system. For pop-up
systems, it is recommended
to use Loc-Sure® clamps. You
will need to use these for each
connection in the rest of your
irrigation system.
You should then consider how you will
protect your system from pressure,
ingress or leaks. You should consider
using a combination of all 3 protection
devices for your irrigation system.
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SOURCE TO
SYSTEM FITTINGS SYSTEM PROTECTION
Loc-Sure®clamps ensure a
long lasting connection for
use when products are buried
under ground. As a general
rule, metal clamps under
ground, plastic clamps
above ground.
Poly pipe is used throughout
your irrigation system as the
connector between devices.
Tap nuts have a thread to meet
the input device and then the
tail has a barbed adaptor to run
into your system. Secure the
barb connection with a locking
clamp. These can also be used
in the middle of a system to
connect to filters or pressure
reducers.
A pressure reducer is used to limit the
amount of pressure that the system
receives. This helps with fittings blowing
out, poly tube breaking or emission
devices from misting or not performing
as specified. Every irrigation should
try to add a pressure reducer to ensure
long life and correct performance.
Filters are used to stop dirt and particles
from clogging the emission devices in
your system. If you are having problems
with pop-ups not rising or drippers not
dripping, it could be clogged with debris.
Inline taps are an easy way to add
emergency control to your irrigation
system. They can be added with locking
or Loc-Sure®clamps at any point in the
system before the pop-up sprinklers.
Threaded fittings are used to connect to
threaded watering devices. The thread type
will depend on what your output device
uses. Threaded fittings come as tees and
elbows to suit your system design.
You will then need a collection of ttings
and pipes to layout and connect your
system. Choose from a variety of ttings
to direct water where it is required.
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At this stage, you need to
decide what water source you
will be running your irrigation
system from.
WATER SOURCE
1
Taps have different outlet sizes
from 15mm to 25mm.
The water meter or water source
is installed by your local council
on your property. You may need
to consult a qualified plumber or
irrigation installer if you want to
connect to this source.
Next, you need to choose how
or if you will automate your
irrigation system. You can
use either a tap timer, or a
solenoid valve connected to a
controller. Please see the
‘Automating Your System’
guide for more information.
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SOURCE
CONNECTION
SYSTEM
CONNECTION
A tap timer is an alternative
to a full automatic system. It
will allow you to run separate
programs and start times.
Tap timers have limited flow
compared to a 25mm solenoid
valve which means you may
need to run more zones. You
may also have less control
over watering times than a full
auto system.
Solenoids act like gates that
control the flow of water into your
system. A coil magnetises and
pulls open a rubber diaphragm
letting water pass through.
25mm solenoid valves should
be used when considering
pop-ups or other systems that
require a large amount of
water flow.
LAYOUT FITTINGS
Your nal step is to choose an emission
device (sprinkler). Your sprinkler choice
will depend on the pattern or spray type
that you require.
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EMISSION DEVICES
Thread tape is used around
thread connections to add
an extra membrane of leak
prevention. You will need to
do multiple wraps to get a
tight fit. Do not over-tighten.
Overall Pop-up System
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