All of us from Orbit® would like to thank you for choosing the Daybreak timer. You have made a smart decision and we are sure that you are going to love this product! Your timer has two unique ways to be set: USING THE DAYBREAK SIDE Choose to water Every Day or Every 2 Days…Read More »
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To update the firmware on your B-hyve device, please follow the steps below. From the home page of the app, select the “My B-hyve” button in the bottom right corner Select “Devices” Choose the device you wish to update the firmware on Scroll down to “Update Firmware”, and select that option. If…Read More »
This article contains some general information on Orbit’s hose timers and their specs. What is the working pressure of hose timers? 10-100 PSI What is the flow rate of hose timers? 2.5-9 GPM What type of batteries do our hose timers need? – Battery-operated timers require 2 X 1.5 v Batteries, and we recommend using Alkaline…Read More »
How many sprinklers can I have on a zone or station? This is determined by several variables: Static water pressure, service line size, and the flow rate of each head or sprinkler that will be used on each zone. How deep do I bury the gear drives, pop-up impacts, or spring-loaded pop-ups? Install at ground…Read More »
Here is a video on how to replace the diaphragm inside a valve. Each valve has it’s own diaphragm. You will need to match the model of the diaphragm with the model of the valve. Here is a video on how to replace the solenoid on a valve Most solenoids on Orbit valves are interchangeable….Read More »
To turn your Sprinkler system off for the winter, you will want to blow out the lines first, to remove any water and prevent freeze damage. We recommend contacting a professional to do this. Here is a video on steps you can take without blowing out the system If you have a B-hyve device, it…Read More »
If you are in an area that freezes during the winter months, or if you don’t need to water at this time, we recommend removing all Hose Faucet timers, hoses, and any hose attachments, and storing them in a warm, dry location during the winter months. You’ll also want to drain them of any water….Read More »