Irrigation Troubleshooting Guide
Issue: Sprinklers won't pop up

• Some sprinklers will not pop up or only pop up part way
• Step1: Check the flow control on your valve.

Many Rain Bird valves have a devices called a flow control. This looks like a faucet handle on the top of the valve, and acts very much the same way. By turning the flow control clockwise, you can tighten it and restrict the flow of water passing through the valve. If you turn it all the way down, you can turn the valve off completely. By turning the flow control counter-clockwise, you can increase the flow and allow more water to pass through the valve.

If you need to adjust the flow control, it is recommended that you turn it all the way down first. Then, with that station running, slowly open the flow until your heads are releasing the desired amount of water.

Question: does adjusting the valve flow control solve your problem?

No, my sprinklers still don't pop up. Please proceed to Step 2 and show me the water pressure and water flow solution.