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Rain+Birdt
CP/CPF Series Valve Installation
and Operation
BODY
INLET
FLOW CONTROL
(select models)
OUTLET
SOLENOID
BLEED
SCREW
Before Installation
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Install master valves, pressure regulators and back-
flow preventers as needed.
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A pressure regulator is required if water pressure
exceeds 150 PSI (recommended over 80 PSI).
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Inline valves require a separate backflow preventer
in the main line. Check local building codes.
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Flush the system thoroughly until water runs clear.
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Shut off the main water supply.
Connect Valve to Pipes
A
Apply PTFE thread-seal tape to the male threads
on the adapters, screw into the valve and
hand-tighten (do not use PVC glue or pipe dope
on adapter threads).
B
Apply primer and then PVC cement to the ends
of the pipe and inside the adapters per manu-
facturer’s instructions.
C
Ensure the valve arrows face in the direction of
water flow, and push valve onto inlet and outlet
pipes until secure. Follow PVC cement instruc-
tions for cure time.
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TO LANDSCAPE
WATER SOURCE
Connect Valve Wires
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NOTE:
Use watertight connectors and direct
burial wire for all connections.
A
Connect one solenoid wire to a common wire
(usually white). All valves can share the same
common wire.
B
Connect the second solenoid wire to a power
wire (usually colored).
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