In this video, I’ll demonstrate the Rain Bird 5004 Plus Partial Circle Rotor. The 5000-PLPC rotor is one of Sprinkler Warehouses’ most popular rotors. The Plus models are the upgraded version. I’ll discuss a few of the features and show you how to change out a nozzle and make some adjustments. I’m your Sprinkler Warehouse Product Specialist, let’s get started.

Top Features Of The Rain Bird 5004 Series

This is the 5004-PLPC Adjustable Arc Rotor. PL Stands for plus, which means that it has flow shut-off capability which allows you to shut off the flow of water to individual heads. So you can work on the head without turning off your system or work on the next head over without getting wet.

The PC stands for partial circle. That means it has an adjustable arc also known as the pattern. The arc is adjustable from 40 to 360 degrees. There is also a full-circle version of this rotor available. That is the 5004-PLFC. The pattern on a 5004 PLFC is not adjustable. It only goes around in a continuous 360-degree arc.

The popup height on this rotor is 4 inches and it has a 3/4 inch inlet. The 5004 series have what they call rain curtain nozzles. Which makes for a very even spray over their entire distance. And make larger water droplets for greater wind resistance. The rotor comes with this set of rain curtain nozzles. It has a watering distance of 25 to 50 feet depending on the nozzle installed and how the adjustment screw is set.

The 5004 series rotors are also known for their longevity. Rain Bird rotors have the longest operating cycle life of any rotor on the market. You can use one of these rainbird tools to make adjustments or a small flathead screwdriver works as well. Looking at the top of the rotor This is the radius adjustment slot. You can use this to adjust the watering distance. This is the pull-up slot. This is the Flow Shut-off Slot. This is the arc adjustment slot. That’s where you change the pattern Let’s go look at one of these already installed.

How To Change Out A Nozzle In Your 5004 Rotor

We’ll begin by changing out a nozzle. There are two basic ways to access the nozzle while the rotor is on the ground. One method is to pull up the riser by inserting the rain bird tool in the pull-up slot. Twist and pull up. You can use a Hold Up Nozzle Install Collar to make it easier or you can hold the riser up with your hand.

Since this rotor has a flow stop, another way to access the nozzle is to turn on the zone And shut off the water to the head using the flow stop slot. The riser stays in the up position which makes it easy to work on. Whichever method you choose. You’ll need to back out the radius adjustment screw.

Once it’s out of the way of the nozzle Pull out the nozzle with a pair of needle-nose pliers or pry it out with a flat head screwdriver. Insert the new nozzle. And screw back down the radius adjustment screw. Don’t try to tighten the screw…. You’re just getting it down in front of the nozzle to hold it in place.

Now start the water either by turning on the zone or by using the flow shut-off slot. Use the radius adjustment screw to set your watering distance. The spray from this rotor should reach the next rotor over. To adjust the arc, also called the pattern insert the Rain Bird tool or a flat-head screwdriver into the arc adjustment slot. Turn clockwise to increase the arc or counterclockwise to decrease. Rain Bird rotors will give you years of reliable service. Order your 5004-PLPCs today on SprinklerWarehouse.com.