CIT System Maintenance and Troubleshooting

Question 1

What is a common sign of a clogged sprinkler nozzle?

Accepted Answer

Dry spots in the coverage area

Answer

Continuous water flow

Answer

Uniform spray pattern

Answer

Increased water pressure

Question 2

Which tool is best used to locate underground wire breaks?

Accepted Answer

Wire locator

Answer

Wire cutter

Answer

Volt meter

Answer

Pipe reamer

Question 3

What is the likely cause of water leaking around a valve box?

Accepted Answer

Faulty or loose valve

Answer

Broken sprinkler nozzle

Answer

Overloaded controller

Answer

High ambient temperature

Question 4

What should be done before troubleshooting an electrical zone failure?

Accepted Answer

Inspect controller settings and power

Answer

Flush all sprinkler heads

Answer

Replace the controller fuse

Answer

Rewire all valves

Question 5

What can cause low pressure in one irrigation zone?

Accepted Answer

Lateral line leak

Answer

Proper controller programming

Answer

Flow sensor malfunction

Answer

Clogged backflow preventer

Question 6

Why is seasonal maintenance important in irrigation systems?

Accepted Answer

To prevent system damage and maintain efficiency

Answer

To change the nozzle type

Answer

To avoid routine inspection

Answer

To lower water temperature