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    Rainmaker Sprinkler

    A "RainMaker" system? Hey, thats me! LOL! :D Its most likely a "RainBird" brand system. Look on top if the rotor, and it should have the name of it there. The RainBird T-Bird rotor was notorious for not rotating. The RainBird 5004 was the replacement for the T-Bird, but I've seen those...
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    backflow device overflow

    Lenichr, Because your lateral lines are draining themselves is where the problem is occurring. Everytime a valve opens the mainline is trying to re-fill the empty lateral line. The pressure on the inlet side of the backflow is dropping so low, the poppet inside is not sealing, and letting...
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    Water Pressure--Booster Pump?

    Dave, Being and Irrigation Contractor, I've seen this problem quite a few times. The best solution is to install a pump immediately after the water meter. This will boost your pressure for the entire house, even when the irrigation system is running. I typically use Grundfos or Aeromotor...
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