How to Installation and Maintenance drip tape?

How to Installation and Maintenance drip tape?

Author:allen Time:2023-9-8
  • Installation:
  1. Do not exceed the limitations as indicated on the information sheet, eg max lateral length and max operating pressure.
  2. The dripper outlet must be on top of the drip tape.
  3. Avoid damage to the drip tape during installation and do not twist, pull, cut, or perforate it.
  4. Drip tape can be installed on the surface, under mulch or subsurface below ground.
  5. Use appropriate fittings to prevent leaking and joining of pipes.
  6. Drip tape should be under acceptable tension to allow for expansion and contraction because of temperature variations.
  7. In windy conditions it might be necessary to use an anchor or hoop to prevent sideways movement.
  8. Main and secondary lines should be flushed before connecting the dripline.

 

  • Maintenance:
  1. It is advisable to regularly flush the drip tape and filtration system.
  2. Water must be clean - install a proper filter, either screen, disc or sand.
  3. Rodents, roots and insects can damage the drip tape, install proper preventative measures.
  4. Use only water-soluble fertilizers and flush the system before shut-down.
  5. When removing drip tape from the field ensure to use a spool. Do not bundle the pipe.
  6. Do not attempt to unblock outlet holes with a needle as an emitter is embedded inside the wall that will be damaged.