Ritchie Fresh Water For Life OmniFount 5 Installation Instructions Manual Download

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Installation Instructions for

OmniFount 3, 5, 10

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 # 17835

www.ritchiefount.com

August 13, 2022

@RitchieWaterers

Summary of Contents for Fresh Water For Life OmniFount 5

Page 1: ...ng 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 insta...

Page 2: ...a stop and waste valve can 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 froze...

Page 3: ...ze 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 be...

Page 4: ...cable heater to the water supply as far down the riser tube as possible with the cable twist ties provided This heater is water tight but should not be immersed in water Heater may cross over itself...

Page 5: ...warmer than desired turn the thermostat down If there is ice forming on the surface of the water turn the thermostat up Only slight adjustments should be made to the thermostat at any time A 1 16 tur...

Page 6: ...fter the water and debris has drained reinstall the plug and let the tank refill Now is a good time to readjust the float if needed Reinstall cover and you are done Ritchie Valves Ritchie valves come...

Page 7: ...ed 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 ca...

Page 8: ...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 CORRE...

Page 9: ...pkg 20 18633 Plug 3 Water Channel 2 pkg 1 pkg 7 16534 Fenwal Thermostat SS pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 13830 Cable Htr 120V 48W 1 pkg 1 pkg 18074...

Page 10: ...el 2 pkg 1 pkg 7 16534 Fenwal Thermostat SS pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 13830 Cable Htr 120V 48W 1 pkg 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS...

Page 11: ...el 2 pkg 1 pkg 7 16534 Fenwal Thermostat SS pkg 1 pkg NS 12583 Valve Supply Line pkg 1 pkg 18320 O Ring Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS 13830 Cable Htr 120V 48W 1 pkg 1 pkg 18074 Nut Brass Fenwal 6 pkg 1 pkg NS...

Page 12: ...r 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 exterior...

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