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Sprinkler will not change zones - Fimco 1-1/2 in. 10 psi 6 Outlet Indexing Valve with 5 and 6 Zone Cams

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You mean timer will not change zones? Is it from zone 1 to zone 2? Does the timer say it is watering zone 2 and no water, does it default and shut down on zone 2? Does zone 2 have run time? Can you be a little more specific?

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