C.
Riser Tube
- Install a riser tube (#4) around pipe to provide room for
plumbing and to accommodate optional shut-off valve. Ensure that the water
supply line is centered in the riser tube. Top of riser tube should be flush with
top of concrete. Do not add any insulation in the riser tube, as it provides a path
for frost. For optimum water line protection, use the 12” outside diameter
insulated Ritchie Thermal Tube. Use whatever combination of Thermal Tubes is
required to reach at least 1' below frost line.
NOTE
: The supply line touching the riser tube is the most common cause of the supply line freezing.
Do not surround the supply line with insulation, wood, or other foreign material. Use only the foam hose
insulation provided around the supply line. Any foreign material in the tube may cause frost to migrate
to the supply line causing it to freeze.
D.
Electrical Connection
(Optional) - Although Thrifty King fountains are designed to be electric free, there are
circumstances where supplemental heat (see page 4) may be required. If electricity is available, it is a good
management decision to run the electrical line for future use in the event your operation changes and no longer
meets the requirements for electric free.
The electrical installation should be made and maintained by
qualified electrician conforming to national and local codes.
E.
Mounting Platform -
A concrete platform should be provided for all fountains. It should be at least 4” thick,
6” recommended thickness, and large enough to accommodate the fountain. An additional 4” high step 18” out
from each side of the unit 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. Slope the platform away from the
fountain for drainage. A rough broom finish on the concrete surface provides better footing for animals.
F.
Preparing the Bottom
- Apply the foam weather stripping to the bottom of the unit, around the outside edge
of the fountain. Use additional foam weather stripping provided to create a seal between the outside edge of the
riser tube and access opening on the bottom of the fountain. Apply foam around the opening in the base. You may
choose to apply a double layer of foam since it is recessed relative to where you applied the foam around the
outside edge of the fountain. NOTE: Foam should NOT be used in water seal area for cover and top.
G.
Hold-Downs
- Thrifty King Fountains have mounting pockets molded into the base. Use of Ritchie stainless
steel anchor bolts (not included) is recommended for concrete installations. Anchor bolts are available from
Ritchie in packages of two, part #16555.
H.
Position Fountain
- Connect hose to the top of the supply line, or the customer supplied shutoff valve at the
top of the concrete. Slide foam rubber hose insulation down over the hose. Place fountain on the concrete
platform over the riser tube so the supply hose is centered in riser tube. Bring the supply hose up through the
access opening in bottom of fountain - cut the hose to the length required to connect to the valve.
NOTE:
Unit
should be level to insure proper operation.
Ritchie Thermal Tube
Part #
Description
18158 1’ Top Section
16417 2’ Top Section
16612 4’ Top Section
16416 2’ Extension
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