Follow these guidelines to keep the hoses in good working condition, and respectful to garden plots and gardeners.
Completely Turn Off Spigot
Make sure to turn spigot off by pushing the handle ALL THE WAY DOWN when you are done watering your plot.
Pressure WILL build in the line and burst if its left in the “up”, or “half up” position.
Don’t just turn the spigot off, please also shut the sprayer nozzle off so when the spigot is turned on by the next gardener, they don’t get sprayed.
Properly Winding Hoses
These guidelines keep the hoses, nozzles and water system in good working condition throughout the season, and respect neighboring plots.
Expandable Hoses
Once you are done watering, turn the spigot off, and then release water from the expandable hoses so they retract. The wind them on the hose hanger.
Otherwise, they retract on the hose hanger and put stress on them, shortening their life.
When winding the hose, wind it loosely to prevent kinks. Once they are kinked, it is permanent damage.
Take the time to properly wind the hose so it is not tangled and knotted for the next user.
Respect Your Neighbors
Be careful not to drag hoses across the corners of renter plots and damage plants. If you have a plot that is in the path of a hose, consider adding a stake to the corner to help prevent this.
Be careful when winding the hose so that it does not interfere with the plot close to the spigot.
Water Not Working
If you find any issues with the irrigation system like the pump not working or you see a leak – follow the guidelines in the Emergency Process.