Just a friendly reminder for anyone setting up their system for the first time: use thread seal tape on all your connections! It prevents those tiny leaks and gives you peace of mind. Learned this the hard way! Any other installation tips to share?
Thank you so much for sharing this essential and practical advice! 
Using thread seal tape (Teflon tape) on threaded connections is indeed a best practice that can prevent small leaks and ensure a reliable, worry-free installation — especially important for outdoor setups exposed to weather and water pressure changes.
We truly appreciate you taking the time to help fellow gardeners avoid the “learning the hard way” moment. This is exactly the kind of community wisdom that makes our space valuable!
To add to your great tip, here’s another helpful step for new users:
- Hand-tighten first, then adjust: Always tighten connections by hand until snug before using tools. This helps avoid cross-threading and protects the fittings.
Let’s keep the tips coming!
If anyone else has a favorite installation hack — whether it’s about hose routing, mounting the timer, or securing wiring — please share it below. Your experience helps everyone succeed from day one.
This is a golden tip! A little tape saves a lot of headache and water.
Another tip: flush your lines before connecting the timer to get rid of any debris in the pipes.