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10 <br /> Page of <br /> OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN <br /> IRRIGATION SYSTEM , M I C R Q I R R I GA T I O N <br /> COOPERATOR C�oL F /�,� ✓� s DATE <br /> ADDRESS 3 �� a c�vGLci ,.. � /4010 /2 l/�i2v �E,aU,I 32 `�'loa <br /> PRACTICE LOCATION - SEC .3 Z T 3 3 s R 3 S FIELD NO . 4'031` <br /> GENERAL <br /> A properly operated and maintained trickle irrigation system is an asset to your farm . This <br /> irrigation system was designed and installed to apply irrigation water to meet the needs of the <br /> crops without causing excessive erosion or runoff. The estimated life span of this installation is <br /> at least — years . The life of this system can be assured and usually increased by developing <br /> and carrying out a good operation and maintenance program . <br /> This practice will require you to perform periodic maintenance and may also require operational <br /> items to maintain satisfactory performance . Here are some recommendations to help you <br /> develop a good operation and maintenance program . <br /> GENERAL RECOMMENDATIONS <br /> • <br /> Only operate system when needed to furnish water for plant growth . <br /> • Clieck- to make sure that all connections are water tight and all valves are working properly . <br /> • Mare sure that the filter system is working ; even if it is automatic, it needs constant <br /> mcnitoring . Clean filters and make adjustments if needed . <br /> • Periodically examine each emitter for proper operation, replace if defective . <br /> • =' ._ wv ' . HvesteekareftL'. L . N. <br /> • Dr: .ink ?ion- seasonal use , drain and place the removable part of the system in an area where <br /> it vi l riot be damaged . <br /> • M : ; : . ail ;.lumps , agitators , piping , valves and other electrical and mechanical equipment <br /> in rating condition following the manufacturer' s recommendations . <br /> • In, . - _ < <, _ ; ',' repair any vandalism , vehicular or livestock damage . <br /> �4av 1997 <br />