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Page j of <br /> OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE PLAN <br /> / IRRIGATION S YSSTJEM , M I C R G I R R I G A T I O N <br /> COOPERATOR - yl Aeo f � oT !t v.ef t- o�yP,9,yZ DATE �� Z a o�E <br /> ADDRESS 8 %66' 6LD ✓� � xiE /,�k//�� ���/� ��fd �—L 3Z x'70 <br /> PRACTICE LOCATION - SEC �_ T 3Z S R 3 +E- FIELD NO . 3. 7" 9J/ <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 carrs ing 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 /> • Onl .r operate system when needed to furnish water for plant growth . <br /> • <br /> Check to make sure that all connections are water tight and all valves are working properly . <br /> • Mak ' sure that the filter system is working ; even if it is automatic , it needs constant <br /> monoring . Clean filters and make adjustments if needed . <br /> • Peri . :i tally examine each emitter for proper operation , replace if defective . <br /> • ✓tl�. � . �. .. �. .. .. ' � <br /> - est ♦ ,fi�am the equipment and irFit lam . L . All <br /> gated• Dur _ _ _; on - seasonal use, drain and place the removable part of the system in an <br /> area where <br /> it wi ' i 1 lot be damaged . <br /> • Mai : pt; mps , agitators , piping , valves and other electrical and mechanical equipment <br /> in gr ' ' . _ crating condition following the manufacturer' s recommendations . <br /> • Imn, any vandalism , vehicular or livestock damage . <br /> ISA "Jav 1997 <br />