Toro TS170 User manual

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TS170 Large Area Sprinkler
Operating Manual

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1. General 1
2. Safety 1
2.1. Use of symbols in these operating
instructions 1
2.2 Proper use 1
2.3 Clearly improper use 2
2.4 Safety information 2
2.5 Dangers of failing to observe safety
instructions 2
3. Description 3
3.1 View from above 3
3.2 Side view 3
3.3 Special tools 4
4. Technical data 4
5. Assembly, set-up and installation 5
5.1 Hazard warnings 5
5.2 Installation instructions 5
5.3 TS170 pop-up sprinkler installation
diagram 6
5.4 Installation scheme for TS170 with
rubber inll lawn 8
5.5 External start using key switch 10
5.6 Cabling 10
6. Startup and Operation 13
6.1 Potential danger 13
6.2 Startup 14
6.3 Setting the Arc 16
6.4 Full-circle irrigation 17
6.5 Regulating the speed 18
7. Shut down for winter 19
7.1 Preparing for winter 19
7.2 Springtime Startup 19
8 Maintenance and repair work 21
8.1 Maintenance 21
8.2 Replacing the nozzle 21
8.3 Removing the valve insert 23
8.4 Fitting the valve insert 24
8.5 Cleaning the piston drive and
piston drive chamber 24
8.6 Removal / installation of the
control unit 24
9. Troubleshooting 26
9.1 Sprinkler malfunctions 26
Table of Contents

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1. General
We presume that you are experienced in the eld of irrigation. We have therefore kept these instructions
brief and included only the information that it is imperative for you to have to use this product.
Any warranty claims can be accepted only if the sprinkler is used in accordance with these operating
instructions and if any defect emerges within the warranty period.
We reserve the right to make changes in line with technological advances, including without prior notice.
2. Safety
ese operating instructions contain some fundamental instructions that must be followed when
installing, operating, servicing and maintaining the sprinkler. It is therefore imperative that these
instructions are read by the installer and the relevant specialised sta / operators prior to installation and
startup.
Attention must be paid not just to the general safety information set out in this ‘Safety’ section, but also
to the special safety instructions included in the other sections.
2.1. Use of symbols in these operating instructions
Where failure to follow safety information can place individuals at risk, such information is specically
marked in these operating
instructions with the general danger symbol:
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Warning of potential hand injuries
Warning of potential automatic start-up
In the case of safety information, where failure to follow it can damage the sprinkler and/or impair its
function, you will see the word: WARNING!

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2.2 Proper use
e sprinkler is used for the even distribution of water onto lawns, green spaces and sports elds laid with
natural or articial grass. e water should be pre-cleaned and free of any coarse or brous contamination.
e water and ambient temperatures must be below the limits specied in the technical data.
2.3 Clearly improper use
• Operation of the pop-up sprinkler by unauthorised personnel (if the control unit is freely accessible).
• Operation of the sprinkler with the acrc to be watered wrongly set, e.g. as the result of vandalism. is
can result in the jet of water being directed to the side away from the grassed area.
2.4 Safety information
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Read the operating instructions, especially the safety information, before starting any work
on or with the sprinkler.
e specic safety instructions appear at the start of each section.
2.5 Dangers of failing to observe safety instructions
Failure to observe safety instructions can result both in people being placed at risk and in damage to the
environment and machine. Failure to observe safety instructions can lead to the loss of any rights to claim
compensation.

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3. Description
3.1 View from above (VIH models)
3.2 Side view (VIH models)
Jet direction
Securing screw
Securing screw
Plug for decoder
control
Securing screw
Cover
Cover for
cable
compartment
Manual
control
Main water
connection (2”)
Manual ON/OFF/Auto
control module
Cable inlet
openings
Housing
Guide Housing

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3.3 Special tools
RT17839 TS170 Retaining Ring
Removal Hook
Remove retaining ring
RT17844 TS170 Retaining Ring Pliers Fit and replace retaining
ring
RT25359 TS170 Valve Lifter Remove valve
ZB98236 TS170 Face Hole Key Piston motor cover
RB25380 TS170 Flush Insert Flush main line
RB25189 TS170 Assembly Key
for Nozzle
Changing nozzle
ZB98297 TORX-key T25 For screws at the housing
– guide housing
ZB98289 TORX-key T20 for screws at the lid
4. Technical data
Recommended operating pressure 58 to 116 psi
Permitted operating pressure 58 to 145 psi
WARNING! The pressure at the sprinkler must not exceed 145 psi.
Connection thread: G2“ NPT
Liquids: Water
Liquid temperature: 104° F max.
Ambient temperature: 140° F max.
For further data see separate data sheet.

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5. Assembly, set-up and installation
5.1 Hazard warnings
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If any impurities get into the sprinkler, it is possible that the sprinkler could be destroyed
and that installers could be injured. Flush out the line thoroughly before connecting the
water supply.
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Any unexpected emergence of a jet of water can lead to serious injury.
Make sure that the installation has been fully completed before turning on the water supply.
5.2 Installation instructions
• e thread connection on the pop-up sprinkler is 2" NPT.
• For the thread seal, use hemp and sealing compound, e.g. Fermit Spezial.
• e pop-up sprinkler should be tted in accordance with the 'TS170 pop-up sprinkler installation
diagram' (see next page). In order to avoid any load pressure on the main line, you should denitely
use a exible connection.
• Providing a drainage pit directly connected to the drainage, as shown in the installation diagram, is
very much recommended.
• For screwing in the connection joint the housing or housing edge of the pop-up sprinkler can be
rmly held or clamped.

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5.3 TS170 pop-up sprinkler arrangement
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TS170 sprinkler has to be installed in that way, that the top accessible cable box
is on the side of the irrigated area.
Detail X: Sprinkler arrangement upon installation

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5.4 Installation scheme for TS170 with rubber inll lawn

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5.4.1 Handling the TS170 pop-up sprinkler with lled synthetic turf
Remove plug so that the lid and the cable shaft cover can be disassembled / assembled see 8.6.
WARNING! Do not plug the drainage holes during adhesive bonding of the synthetic turf.
5.4.2 Operating instructions for TS170 pop-up sprinkler with lled synthetic turf
Operation of the manual control using an engineered at-blade screwdriver (.04” x .35”).
Manual control can be opened by turning the engineered at-blade screwdriver through the cross shaped
rubber protection see 6.2. Startup
Turn to the left – AUTO position
Turn to the right – OFF
Approx. 1-2 full rotation to the left – ON