Orbit Voyager - User Manual

READ ALL INSTRUCTIONS PRIOR
TO INSTALLATION
Set the pattern before installation
The Voyager can be set to rotate
between 40° and 360° (preset at
180°)
1. Turn the top of the head all the
way to the left until it stops and
then all the way to the right.
This is the starting point for the
rotation (Figure 1).
2. Insert a flat bladed screwdriver
into the pattern adjustment
screw (Figure 2).
3. Turn clockwise to increase
rotation; counterclockwise
to decrease rotation. Each
full turn increases/decreases
rotation by 90˚.
Head Installation
1. Flush sprinkler lines.
2. Thread the sprinkler onto a
riser and set the head flush
with the finished turf height
(Figure 3).
Note: DO NOT use pipe dope on
the threads. If necessary, use
thread seal tape.
3. Unscrew the cap and remove
the sprinkler stem from the
canister—be careful of debris
falling in canister.
4. Position the sprinkler stem so
that the arrow points to the
right edge of the rotation.
5. Slide the sprinkler stem back
into the canister and tighten the
cap.
Set the spray distance
after installation
Set with water on under system’s
normal operating pressure.
Note: Preinstalled nozzle (#
7) adjusts from 25 ft. to 45 ft.
depending on system water
pressure.
1. Insert a small flat bladed
screwdriver key into the distance
adjustment slot (Figure 2).
2. Turn clockwise to decrease
distance; counterclockwise to
increase distance.
Caution: DO NOT turn the
adjustment screw too far in
either direction—screw may
come free of threads.
Replace the Nozzle
See Nozzle Specs for other
distance ranges and replace the
nozzle if needed.
1. To access to the nozzle, insert
a flat blade screwdriver into the
lifting socket and lift upward
(Figure 4)
2. Firmly grip the sprinkler stem—
Note: the spring inside the
canister is very strong.
3. Insert a small flat bladed
screwdriver into the distance
adjustment slot..
4. Turn the screw
counterclockwise until it is just
clear of the nozzle.
Caution: DO NOT turn the
adjustment screw too far in
either direction—screw may
come free of threads.
5. Use pliers to grip the “ears” of
the nozzle and pull it out.
6. Insert the replacement nozzle
with the ears on top and turn
the screw back into place
(Figure 5).
7. Adjust distance if necessary
(see Set the Spray Distance).
Clean the Filter
1. Remove grass and dirt around
the sprinkler head so you can
see the top 1 ½ in.
2. Unscrew the cap and remove
the stem assembly.
3. Use pliers to extract the filter
from the bottom of the stem
assembly.
4. Clean out debris and replace
filter.
5. Replace the stem assembly to
the sprinkler body and screw
tightly.
Voyager
®
GEAR DRIvE
SPRINkLER
ENGLISH
Figure 1
Figure 4
Figure 3
O r b i t
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Figure 2
Pattern
adjustment
slot
Distance
adjustment
slot
Figure 5
CAUTION
n
For outdoor use with cold water
only.
n
Do not spray near electrical
connections.
No Special key Required

Summary

Set Sprinkler Pattern

Pattern Adjustment Procedure

Set rotation between 40 ° and 360 ° by adjusting the pattern screw. Clockwise increases rotation.

Head Installation

Installation Steps

Flush lines, thread onto riser, set flush with turf, position stem, and tighten cap. Do not use pipe dope.

Set Spray Distance

Distance Adjustment

Adjust spray distance using the distance adjustment slot. Clockwise decreases distance, counterclockwise increases.

Replace Sprinkler Nozzle

Nozzle Replacement Guide

Access nozzle by lifting socket, loosen adjustment screw, pull nozzle with pliers, and insert new nozzle.

Clean Sprinkler Filter

Filter Cleaning Procedure

Remove debris around head, unscrew cap, extract filter with pliers, clean, and replace stem assembly.

Standard Nozzle Specifications

Nozzle Performance Data

Table detailing nozzle performance including pressure, radius, flow, and precipitation rates for 180 ° operation.

Low Angle Nozzle Specifications

Low Angle Nozzle Data

Table detailing low angle nozzle performance including pressure, radius, flow, and precipitation rates.

Overview

1. Function Description
2. Important Technical Specifications
3. Usage Features
4. Maintenance Features
5. Cautions

The Orbit Voyager Gear Drive Sprinkler is a pop-up, gear-driven sprinkler designed for landscape irrigation. It features a robust design with a no-special-key-required adjustment mechanism, making it user-friendly for setting spray patterns and distances.

Function Description:

The Voyager sprinkler is designed to deliver water efficiently over a specified area. Its gear-driven mechanism ensures smooth and consistent rotation, providing uniform water distribution. The sprinkler can be adjusted to rotate between 40° and 360°, with a preset default of 180°. This allows for precise coverage, from narrow strips to full circles, accommodating various landscape shapes and sizes. The preinstalled nozzle (#7) is suitable for distances ranging from 25 ft. to 45 ft., depending on the system's water pressure. Other nozzles are available to achieve different distance ranges and precipitation rates, including low-angle options for specific applications.

Important Technical Specifications:

• Rotation Range: Adjustable from 40° to 360° (preset at 180°). Each full turn of the pattern adjustment screw increases or decreases rotation by 90°.
• Nozzle Types: Standard and Low Angle nozzles are available.
  • Preinstalled Nozzle: #7, designed for 25 ft. to 45 ft. radius.
  • Standard Nozzles (e.g., #1, #2, #4, #7, #8): Offer various flow rates (GPM) and precipitation rates (in/hr) across different pressure (PSI) and radius (ft.) ranges. For example, Nozzle #7 at 40 PSI delivers 3.0 GPM over a 40 ft. radius with a precipitation rate of 0.18 in/hr (square spacing) or 0.21 in/hr (triangular spacing).
  • Low Angle Nozzles (e.g., L1, L2, L3, L4): Designed for lower trajectory sprays, also with varying GPM and in/hr rates. For instance, Nozzle L2 at 40 PSI delivers 2.1 GPM over a 32 ft. radius with a precipitation rate of 0.39 in/hr (square spacing) or 0.46 in/hr (triangular spacing).
• Precipitation Rates: All rates are calculated for 180° operation. For 360° operation, divide the precipitation rate by 2. Data represents test results in zero wind and may vary with local conditions.
• Radius Reduction: The radius can be reduced by up to 30% using the nozzle retaining screw, though this may alter spray pattern uniformity.
• Installation: Designed to be threaded onto a riser and set flush with the finished turf height.
• Materials: The manual does not specify material types but implies durable construction suitable for outdoor use.

Usage Features:

• Pattern Adjustment:
  1. Turn the top of the head fully left and then fully right to establish the starting point.
  2. Insert a flat-bladed screwdriver into the pattern adjustment slot.
  3. Turn clockwise to increase rotation or counterclockwise to decrease it. Each full turn adjusts the rotation by 90°.
• Distance Adjustment:
  1. Perform adjustment with water on and the system at normal operating pressure.
  2. Insert a small flat-bladed screwdriver key into the distance adjustment slot.
  3. Turn clockwise to decrease distance or counterclockwise to increase it.
  4. Caution: Do not overtighten or loosen the screw too much, as it may come free of threads.
• Nozzle Replacement:
  1. Lift the sprinkler stem upward using a flat-bladed screwdriver in the lifting socket.
  2. Firmly grip the sprinkler stem (the internal spring is strong).
  3. Turn the distance adjustment screw counterclockwise until it clears the nozzle.
  4. Use pliers to grip the "ears" of the nozzle and pull it out.
  5. Insert the new nozzle with the ears on top and turn the screw back into place.
  6. Adjust distance if necessary.
• Head Installation:
  1. Flush sprinkler lines before installation.
  2. Thread the sprinkler onto a riser, ensuring it is flush with the turf height.
  3. Note: Do not use pipe dope on threads; use thread seal tape if necessary.
  4. Unscrew the cap and remove the sprinkler stem, being careful of debris.
  5. Position the sprinkler stem so the arrow points to the right edge of the desired rotation.
  6. Slide the stem back into the canister and tighten the cap.

Maintenance Features:

• Filter Cleaning:
  1. Clear grass and dirt from around the sprinkler head (top 1.5 inches).
  2. Unscrew the cap and remove the stem assembly.
  3. Use pliers to extract the filter from the bottom of the stem assembly.
  4. Clean out any debris from the filter.
  5. Replace the filter and then the stem assembly, screwing it tightly into the sprinkler body.

Cautions:

• For outdoor use with cold water only.
• Do not spray near electrical connections.
• Avoid turning adjustment screws too far in either direction to prevent them from coming free of threads.

Orbit Voyager Specifications