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on the course.
We do find that nozzle selection is
important when installing a backup
head as areas can get really wet
quick. Also running the heads at 50
percent in our Site Pro computer
is vital. With these backup heads
along the rough line, I need better
coverage but I also need the head
to operate like a full rough head or a
head in the middle of a fairway.
All Toro heads now have a selec-
tion switch for pressure that you can
select and use to your advantage
depending on pipe pressure.
Watch Your Dollars
Many golf courses pay for water
and that costs money. I'm always
astounded after talking with other
superintendents and learning what
percentage of their budget is spent
on water. I feel if you're going to pay
for water your irrigation system bet-
ter be as efficient as possible.
It's important to look at how good
the efficiency of your irrigation sys-
tem is and improving the effective-
ness of your irrigation system. This
will not only save the club money
but supply better playing conditions
for your members and golfers that
utilize your club during the high-
stress periods of summer when irri-
gation systems are in high demand.
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