Ritchie 18235 Installation Instructions Manual Download

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Installation Instructions for

CattleMaster Series

Fountains

Congratulations, you have just purchased the finest watering fountain on the

market. This unit is built to give you excellent service when properly installed

and maintained. Please follow instructions carefully. Read and understand all

instructions before installing.

Ritchie Industries, Inc.
800-747-0222

Part # 17873

www.ritchiefount.com

August 13, 2022

@RitchieWaterers

Summary of Contents for 18235

Page 1: ...watering fountain on the market This unit is built to give you excellent service when properly installed and maintained Please follow instructions carefully Read and understand all instructions before...

Page 2: ...n be installed below frost level to drain water when unit is not in use Vertical supply line must be centered in riser tube to provide an air space between the line and frozen ground outside of tube F...

Page 3: ...fountain G Anchoring Fountain CattleMaster Fountains have mounting pockets molded into the base Use of Ritchie part 16555 stainless steel anchor bolts not included is recommended Once you have verifie...

Page 4: ...desired temperature first fill the trough to proper water level then check the water temperature with a thermometer The next morning check the water temperature again If the water is warmer than desir...

Page 5: ...if needed Reinstall cover and you are done Ritchie Valves Ritchie valves come in two sizes and three pressure ratings green for high supply line pressure red for moderate supply pressure and white fo...

Page 6: ...ered in riser tube Check that riser tube is free of water and mud that may freeze Check that flexible hose does not touch side of casing or frame Check casing for air leaks Check for air gaps between...

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Page 8: ...e of a moisture resistant exterior grade outlet is recommended in these units Do not use extension cords CABLE HEATER 240V TROUGH HEATER 240V THERMOSTAT FENWAL OR DISC WARNING CHECK NAMEPLATE FOR CORR...

Page 9: ...SS pkg 1 pkg 21 18849 Ritchie 2 Plug pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg 22 18852 CM Drain Assembly w Plug 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line w Bracket 1 pkg 8...

Page 10: ...at SS pkg 1 pkg 21 18849 Ritchie 2 Plug pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg 22 18852 CM Drain Assembly w Plug 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line w Bracket 1 pkg...

Page 11: ...t SS pkg 1 pkg 21 18849 Ritchie 2 Plug pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg 22 18852 CM Drain Assembly w Plug 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line w Bracket 1 pkg 8...

Page 12: ...t SS pkg 1 pkg 21 18849 Ritchie 2 Plug pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg 22 18852 CM Drain Assembly w Plug 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line w Bracket 1 pkg 8...

Page 13: ...pkg 5 16621 Access Panel 6 x14 Varies 11142 Red Male Valve w o Petcock pkg 1 pkg 6 18147 Access Panel Hardware pkg Varies 17 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg 7 18316 Fenwal Replacement Plug pkg 1...

Page 14: ...or to any product that is installed and or used contrary to Ritchie Industries installation instructions and instructions for use The limited warranty shall also not apply to any product whose exterio...

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