Winterizing of Elgo Micro Irrigation Kit Combo15: Winterizing your Elgo micro irrigation system is fast and easy when you follow these simple steps. In general, though the polyethylene tubing found on most micro irrigation systems has the ability to expand and contract, winterizing your system is necessary to protect the hard plastic and metal components that are normally present. Winterizing steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6.