E.
Mounting Platform
- A concrete platform must be provided for all fountains. Use a minimum of 4” thick,
(6” recommended), large enough to accommodate fountain, and additional 4” step (on top of the platform)
extending 18” out from each side of the unit. This will protect the unit from manure handling equipment, as well
as discouraging animals from defecating in the fountain. Extending the platform provides animals a place to stand
while drinking, consider the size of your animals when determining the dimensions of your platform. The
concrete step and platform should slope away from the fountain for drainage. A rough broom finish to concrete
surface provides better footing for livestock.
F.
Hose Connection
- Connect hose fitting to shut-off valve at top of concrete. Slip on barb fitting with
furnished clamps. Hose should not touch insulation or outside surface of fountain. Place the hose under the
fountain as you move the unit in place over the riser tube.
G.
Anchoring Fountain
- Steel fountains are provided with four hold-downs to anchor your unit securely to the
concrete. Screw the hold down angles on to the unit then anchor down the unit. Use of 3/8” x 3-1/2” stainless steel
expansion anchor bolts (not included) is recommended for concrete installations. Anchor bolts are available from
Ritchie in a two pack, part # 14261. Use an all-weather sealant under the outside edge when anchoring to concrete
to keep air from leaking under fountain.
H.
Final Water Connection
– Connect the top of the supplied hose to the valve, cut hose to proper length and
slip onto the barb fitting of the valve assembly. Clamps and fittings are furnished to secure the connection.
I.
Cable Heater –
Uncoil cable heater and loop around the valve.
Attach the remaining part of the cable heater to the water supply, as
far down the riser tube as possible, with the cable twist ties provided.
(See drawing on previous page.) This heater is water tight, but should
not be immersed in water.
CAUTION: Installation must not cause any strain on heater
wiring connections. Do not cross the cable over itself along the
water line. Avoid heater damage caused by hot spots due to its
leads lying close to each other. Do not wrap additional
insulation around heater.
J.
Electrical Connection
- The electrical installation should be made and maintained by a qualified electrician
conforming to national and local codes.
A means for disconnection must be incorporated in the fixed wiring in
accordance with the wiring rules. A suitable fuse or circuit breaker with properly sized wire must protect the 3-wire power to
the fountain. For wiring connections, see wiring diagram. Do not by-pass the terminal block to power unit. Make
connections according to the wiring diagram below.
WARNING: DISCONNECT POWER IF THE WATER SUPPLY IS TO BE SHUT OFF FOR AN
EXTENDED AMOUNT OF TIME. FAILURE TO TURN OFF POWER CAN RESULT IN DAMAGE TO
THE WATERING FOUNTAIN.
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