Rain Bird CPF Series User manual

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CP/CPF Series Valve Installation
and Operation
BODY
INLET
FLOW CONTROL
(select models)
OUTLET
SOLENOID
BLEED
SCREW
Before Installation
 Install master valves, pressure regulators and back-
ow preventers as needed.
 A pressure regulator is required if water pressure
exceeds 150 PSI (recommended over 80 PSI).
 Inline valves require a separate backow preventer
in the main line. Check local building codes.
 Flush the system thoroughly until water runs clear.
 Shut o the main water supply.
Connect Valve to Pipes
A
Apply PTFE thread-seal tape to the male threads
on the adapters, screw into the valve and
hand-tighten (do not use PVC glue or pipe dope
on adapter threads).
B
Apply primer and then PVC cement to the ends
of the pipe and inside the adapters per manu-
facturer’s instructions.
C
Ensure the valve arrows face in the direction of
water ow, and push valve onto inlet and outlet
pipes until secure. Follow PVC cement instruc-
tions for cure time.
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TO LANDSCAPE WATER SOURCE
Connect Valve Wires
 NOTE: Use watertight connectors and direct
burial wire for all connections.
A
Connect one solenoid wire to a common wire
(usually white). All valves can share the same
common wire.
B
Connect the second solenoid wire to a power
wire (usually colored).
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Valve Operation
Manual Operation:
A
Manual on: Turn the solenoid counter-clockwise
1/4 turn. Do not unscrew completely. To close,
hand tighten clockwise.
B
Flow control (select models only): Turn clock-
wise to restrict ow. Turn counter-clockwise to
open ow.
C
Flush valve to clear debris: Turn the bleed screw
counter-clockwise ONLY 1 turn. Flush one min-
ute and turn clockwise to close.
First Use:
D
Open the main water supply and ush one min-
ute with bleed screw to clear debris.
E
Test wiring by using the Manual Water feature
on the irrigation controller.
F
Adjust the ow control to reduce over-spray.
(select models).
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Operating Ranges
075-CP / 075-CPF 100-CP / 100-CPF
Flow20.2 - 22 GPM 0.2 - 40 GPM
Pressure 15 - 150 PSI 15 - 150 PSI
 NOTE: For ows below 3 GPM (0.75 m3/h), or
any drip application, use a 200 mesh lter up-
stream and a pressure regulating lter down-
stream from the valve. 40 psi for 1”and 30 psi for
3/4” drip lines.
Troubleshooting
Symptom Solution
Valve
Won’t Turn
On when
Solenoid is
Turned
Make sure ow control is open (select
models)
Check that main water supply is on
Make sure piping is connected properly and
not blocked
Valve Won’t
Turn On at
the Timer
Verify timer settings are correct
Check and repair wiring and connections as
needed
Check and replace valve solenoid as need-
ed
Verify timer power output
Valve Won’t
Shut-o
Verify timer settings are correct
Hand tighten solenoid and bleed screw if
needed
Valve Won’t
Turn On at
the Valve
Incorrect timer settings
Check wiring
Check solenoid
Timer not supplying power to the valve
Make sure the Flow Control stem is not
turned all the way closed
Leaks at
sprinkler
heads
Clear debris by opening the bleed screw
and ushing 1 minute
Remove and clean the diaphragm. Replace
if needed.
Leaks around
the valve
Check pipe ttings connection and glue,
repair or replace as needed
Hand tighten solenoid and bleed screw if
needed
If vacuum breaker is leaking (anti-siphon
models) remove cap, gasket, and internal
piston gasket to clean and reassemble
Turn o main water supply, relieve pressure
on the valve by opening the bleed screw
and tighten the jar top bonnet
 NOTE: During winter, shutdown and drain the
system to protect valves from freezing. Failure to
properly drain the lines can result in damage to
the valves, which is not covered under the cus-
tomer satisfaction policy.
Pressure Loss Chart
Pressure Loss - PSI
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
01020304
050
3/4" CP-075 1" CP-100
Flow Rate - GPM
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