. Any input on how to fix this would be very much appreciated.Modded Sprinkler Valve Problems
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McSpudsalot
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Hey I just finished my first pneumatic gun. I modded a 1 inch Orbit. The first time I filled and shot it (with nothing in the barrel) it worked like a champ. Ever since that the air will just travel striaght through the valve and out the barrel when I fill the chamber . Any input on how to fix this would be very much appreciated.
. Any input on how to fix this would be very much appreciated.
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judgment_arms
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Yes, check for leeks, are you using a bike pump or an air compressor?
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McSpudsalot
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Im using an air compressor and it doesnt seem like there is any leaks.
A couple things you could try:
Take apart the valve, clean and wash the diaphragm, make sure it's dry, put it back together.
Make sure the solenoid is screwed in all the way.
Make sure the manual bleed switch is down.
Make sure your pilot doesn't leak.
Make sure the equalization hole isn't clogged, if it is, slide a knife between the two flaps, and wash it.
Take apart the valve, clean and wash the diaphragm, make sure it's dry, put it back together.
Make sure the solenoid is screwed in all the way.
Make sure the manual bleed switch is down.
Make sure your pilot doesn't leak.
Make sure the equalization hole isn't clogged, if it is, slide a knife between the two flaps, and wash it.
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McSpudsalot
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Im not too sure on what you mean when you say take apart the valve Im a newbie. Do you mean just take the top off or is there a way to further take it apart?
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McSpudsalot
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Figured it out. The hole where the solenoid is wasnt sealed properly thanks for your help.
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...you drilled with out takeing it apart?McSpudsalot wrote:Im not too sure on what you mean when you say take apart the valve Im a newbie. Do you mean just take the top off or is there a way to further take it apart?
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McSpudsalot
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No I took the top off, but I thought he meant you could somehow further take the insides out.