3-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 1 Do-It-Yourself Irrigation Planning & Installation Guide Your beautiful landscape awaits… INCLUDED INSIDE: • Toro Water Smart® Irrigation Design Service • Step-By-Step Sprinkler Installation Instructions • Water Saving Tips (See reverse for Spanish)
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 2 2 3 Toro Irrigation Systems Precise, Efficient, Practical. Toro has been a leader in irrigation for over 45 years and has dedicated itself to providing homeowners innovative water saving solutions that are effective and easy to use—all with the Toro quality you can count on. Table of Contents Using the Toro Water Smart Design Service NEW System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 UPGRADE an Existing System . . . . . . . . . . .
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 2 2 3 Toro Irrigation Systems Precise, Efficient, Practical. Toro has been a leader in irrigation for over 45 years and has dedicated itself to providing homeowners innovative water saving solutions that are effective and easy to use—all with the Toro quality you can count on. Table of Contents Using the Toro Water Smart Design Service NEW System Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 UPGRADE an Existing System . . . . . . . . . . .
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 4 4 5 How to Complete the Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire: NEW System Installation DESIGNS ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITH TORO PRODUCTS ONLY. 1 Draw Your Property to Scale Use the Property Sketch Sheet (page 7). Each small square on the graph paper should represent one square foot of actual property or use a scale such as 1" = 10', 1" = 20', etc.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 4 4 5 How to Complete the Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire: NEW System Installation DESIGNS ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITH TORO PRODUCTS ONLY. 1 Draw Your Property to Scale Use the Property Sketch Sheet (page 7). Each small square on the graph paper should represent one square foot of actual property or use a scale such as 1" = 10', 1" = 20', etc.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 6 6 7 Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire: UPGRADE an Existing System Property Sketch Sheet See sample drawings on page 8. Additional sheets available at www.ToroDesign.com. DESIGNS ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITH TORO PRODUCTS ONLY. 1. Scale of Drawing: _________ Inch = _________ Feet To upgrade your existing irrigation system, complete the following and email, mail or fax to Toro along with a sketch of your property.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 6 6 7 Toro Water Smart® Design Questionnaire: UPGRADE an Existing System Property Sketch Sheet See sample drawings on page 8. Additional sheets available at www.ToroDesign.com. DESIGNS ARE INTENDED FOR USE WITH TORO PRODUCTS ONLY. 1. Scale of Drawing: _________ Inch = _________ Feet To upgrade your existing irrigation system, complete the following and email, mail or fax to Toro along with a sketch of your property.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 8 8 9 New System Sample Drawing Installing your Toro Irrigation System Before You Start Check local codes to ensure that you have secured all necessary permits. In addition, have your local utilities mark all the buried lines and pipes before you start digging. In many areas, simply dialing 811 will connect you with one resource that will arrange to have all your utilities marked. Otherwise, contact your local utility provider(s) directly.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 8 8 9 New System Sample Drawing Installing your Toro Irrigation System Before You Start Check local codes to ensure that you have secured all necessary permits. In addition, have your local utilities mark all the buried lines and pipes before you start digging. In many areas, simply dialing 811 will connect you with one resource that will arrange to have all your utilities marked. Otherwise, contact your local utility provider(s) directly.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 10 10 MAIN AND LATERAL LINE TRENCHING Remember to have all utilities marked before you begin trenching to prevent serious injury. Call your local utilities or dial 811. To soften the soil when trenching with a shovel, water the ground approximately two days before you dig. Dig trenches 8" to 12" deep. Put sod on one side of the trench and soil on the other. Trenching machines are an easier, faster alternative to digging with a shovel.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 10 10 MAIN AND LATERAL LINE TRENCHING Remember to have all utilities marked before you begin trenching to prevent serious injury. Call your local utilities or dial 811. To soften the soil when trenching with a shovel, water the ground approximately two days before you dig. Dig trenches 8" to 12" deep. Put sod on one side of the trench and soil on the other. Trenching machines are an easier, faster alternative to digging with a shovel.
13-ToroPIG_Layout 1 1/23/13 11:20 AM Page 12 12 Water Smart Tips ® Install a rain sensor to automatically prevent watering when it rains. Check with your local water authority for rebates on rain sensor installations. Include drip irrigation in gardens, planters and beds. Drip irrigation can save up to 70% in water usage due to more efficient delivery. In hot weather keep grass taller. This will lessen the soil’s exposure to the sun and allow the soil to hold on to moisture for a longer period of time.
