SPRINKLER MOTOR WITH BYPASS FILTER FOR GEAR-LUBRICATING WATER

The preferred embodiments of the present invention provide a sprinkler motor (e.g., an engine that generates pivoting, rotation or other movement) for a spray hose in which the motor includes a gear mechanism that is lubricated by water sprayed via the spray hose. In the preferred embodiments, a direct water passageway is provided to gear chamber, along with a filter whereby water can be directed to the gears as a lubricant, while preventing debris from entering the gear mechanism.