Oscillating Sprinkler

Watch out for misting.
You may notice a fine mist coming from your sprinkler instead of the usual large drops of water. This is normally due to too much water pressure. Fix this by simply turning down the water from your tap until the misting stops.

Don’t water on windy days.
Oscillating sprinklers do not work well with wind. As the nozzles jet water high into the air, a strong wind will easily knock it off course and affect its consistency. If you must water on a windy day, we would recommend watering smaller areas with a lower height of water.

Take advantage of adjustable features.
Many oscillating sprinklers come with convenient and adjustable features. You can change the pattern to only water the left or right side and to only water a strip down the centre.

Keep the nozzles unclogged.
The nozzles on oscillating sprinklers tend to become clogged with dirt, grass or lime deposits, causing the streams of water to weaken. Most nozzles are made from a flexible rubber, and you can easily unclog them by rubbing them with your hands.

Check your soil to avoid over-watering.
Many people worry about over-watering when they use oscillating sprinklers. Although they do run longer than other garden sprinklers, it’s because they are usually watering a larger area.

Water for the appropriate amount of time.
Depending on the size of your garden, the climate, and the time of year, you’ll need to do some research into the best watering method for your lawn. We would suggest watering your garden with an oscillating sprinkler for about 20-30 minutes.