What is a king drain?

King Drains are perfect for removing residual water from irrigation systems, and providing long term freeze protection. The patented pressure sensitive valve releases water from systems slowly at the root level. A cushioned grip makes King Drains easy and comfortable to install.

How do I know if my sprinkler system has an automatic drain?

Depending on the type of drain valve your system utilizes, draining could be truly automatic, or it could be manual, requiring that you pull a few levers to get things moving. One way to tell if your system is manual-draining is if your sprinkler heads have check valves on them.

How do auto drain valves work?

They work by allowing the condensate to gravity feed into the valves condensation reservoir. When the liquid in the reservoir rises to a point where the float lifts off the seats, control air pressure is sent to the pneumatic piston to open the normally closed ¾ ported ball valve.

Can you run sprinklers with water off?

Turning on the sprinklers after the main water feed has been shut off will not adequately drain you lines before freeze weather. In rare instances some sprinkler system installations may have been setup with slope on the distribution lines out to the very tail end of each line.

What is an orbit drain valve?

The Orbit Auto Drain Valve prevents pipes from freezing by automatically draining sprinkler lines when the water is turned off. The valve installs easily at the lowest point of your sprinkler zone. Installs easily at the lowest point of your sprinkler zone.

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What is self draining valve?

A drain-down or self-draining valve will, on closure of the tap or shower, empty some of its water volume from the tap or shower outlet. In doing so air, which could be contaminated, is drawn into the outlet from the local environment and has the potential to colonise the outlet with harmful bacteria.

What is pneumatic drain valve?

Pneumatic auto drain valves eliminate combinations of water and blower greases from compressed air systems. An automatic drain valve dispenses with the requirement for a support specialist to watch the plant, physically unloading fluid from the air system.

Do you need a drain valve on sprinkler system?

All sprinkler systems should include an automatic drain valve in order to avoid damage to the pipes and other system components. Without one, water will be trapped in the pipes, which will beak when the water freezes. Having an automatic drain valve will also keep water from sitting in the pipes.

Do I need to winterize my sprinkler system?

To keep your investment functional, make it an annual habit to winterize your irrigation system. Simply drain the system and shut it down when you're done watering for the year. This guide walks you through the methods of draining an irrigation or sprinkler system. It also breaks down the steps for each method.

How long does drain king take to work?

Heard a sound of water running and then a sound like a vibration in the drain. Let it work for about 5 min.

Can you use a drain King on a toilet?

Q. Can Drain King be used to unclog a toilet? A. We do not recommend using a Drain King to unclog a toilet but rather our Master Plunger.

What is an auto drain?

Automatic Drain:

An Automatic drain is a 2/2 valve which closes when the system is pressurised. The Drain opens when liquid accumulates and causes the float to rise, and on depressurisation.

How does a stop waste valve work?

It's quite simple really. When you turn the water off in the Fall, this “stops” the flow of water past the valve. When it is in the off position, a hole is opened up at the bottom of the valve which allows water between the stop and waste and the regular sprinkler valves to drain out; thus, “wasting” the water out.

How does a ball drip valve work?

Under fire conditions, water pressure from a fire department pumper pumping into the FDC automatically closes this valve. When the pressure ceases, the ball drip automatically re–opens, permitting this piping to drain and thereby preventing freezing.

What temperature do underground sprinklers freeze?

While you may be eager to get your lawn back to its pristine green state, it is important to remember that temperatures at and below 32 degrees Fahrenheit put your sprinkler system at risk of freezing.

How do you keep fire sprinkler pipes from freezing?

To keep the water inside the pipes of a wet fire sprinkler system from freezing in areas where the temperature may drop below 50 degrees, some systems include an antifreeze loop. By adding antifreeze to the water in the fire sprinkler pipes, the freezing point is much lower, reducing the risk of the pipes freezing.

When should I drain my sprinkler system?

As a general rule, you should winterize your system at least a week before the first freeze is expected. Your grass will survive without regular watering during that time, as the plants are already preparing for the dry winter season.

Should sprinkler valves be open or closed?

Make sure the sprinkler valve is closed, unless it's the valve farthest from the main water source. You'll want to leave this valve open and remove the sprinkler nozzle to allow air to escape when you turn on the water.