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Models WM1200, WM600, WM96, WM90, WM54 & WM54D 

WaterMaster Fountain Installation Instructions  

 

 

WaterMaster fountains are designed to allow for constant flow installation and use; however, if you choose not to 

constant flow, you may need to use supplemental heat.  Please see Supplemental Heat in the Special Situations 

section of this manual, page 5 for specific recommendations. 

A. 

 

Location 

-  Putting the fountain in a location that offers protection from the wind will enhance the 

performance of the fountain. Livestock will tend to gather in this protected area, enticing them to drink more. If 

possible, the side that supply line enters the fountain should be opposite of prevailing winter wind to give 

additional protection to the supply line. 

B. 

 

Water Supply Line – 

The horizontal underground water line (#1) should be sized to account for pressure 

drop, relating to distance, at least 3/4” (1” recommended) in diameter and 1’ below normal frost depth. A 3/4” (1” 

recommended) vertical supply pipe (#2) is recommended for WaterMaster units. A shut-off valve (#3) may be 

installed under the fountain for easier servicing. For optimum serviceability a stop and waste valve can be 

installed below frost level to drain water back when unit is not in use. A shutoff valve or stop and waste valve can 

be obtained from your local plumber. Flush water supply line thoroughly before connecting to fountain.  

WaterMaster Series Instruction Manual

1

31 August, 2019

Summary of Contents for WaterMaster Series

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: ...ply line enters the fountain should be opposite of prevailing winter wind to give additional protection to the supply line B Water Supply Line The horizontal underground water line 1 should be sized t...

Page 3: ...QUALIFIED ELECTRICIAN IN COMPLIANCE WITH LOCAL CODES E Mounting Platform A concrete platform should be provided for all fountains It should be at least 4 thick and large enough to accommodate fountain...

Page 4: ...t second pin 6 For constant flow trainer tube options Drill a 1 8 hole in the threaded boss in the side of the yellow valve body Attach petcock valve with thread sealant J Valve Mounting After fountai...

Page 5: ...l against air infiltration before assembling Drop in the valve chamber cover Note Serial number or date code is found on underneath side of top red valve cover Tip You may use vegetable oil to fill th...

Page 6: ...e supply line down into the riser tube You may use nylon ties to anchor the cable to the supply line Both immersion heaters and supply line heaters are thermostatically controlled using power only whe...

Page 7: ...nel Rnd Hardware pkg 2 pkgs NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 6 16464 Valve WM Assembly pkg 1 pkg NS 17173 Adapter 3 PVC 1 7 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 15931 Hose Clamp 1 SS 5 pkg 1 pkg...

Page 8: ...14866 Seal Foam 10 Roll 2 6 16464 Valve WM Asssembly pkg 1 pkg NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 7 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 17173 Adapter 3 PVC 1 18313 Hardware for Float pkg 1 pkg NS...

Page 9: ...4 pkg 1 6 15377 Green Valve 3 4 Male pkg 1 pkg NS 14866 Seal Foam 10 Roll 2 7 18838 VLV HP Brkt Assy pkg 1 NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 8 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 17173 Adapter 3...

Page 10: ...Panel Rnd Hardware pkg 2 pkgs NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 6 16464 Valve WM Assembly pkg 1 pkg NS 17173 Adapter 3 PVC 1 7 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 15931 Hose Clamp 1 SS 5 pkg 1 p...

Page 11: ...are pkg 1 pkg NS 14866 Seal Foam 10 Roll 2 6 16464 Valve WM Assembly pkg 1 pkg NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 7 18314 Float with Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 17173 Adapter 3 PVC 1 18313 Hardware for Flo...

Page 12: ...18475 O Ring Valve Seal Pkg 4 pkg 1 6 15377 Green Valve 3 4 Male pkg 1 pkg NS 14866 Seal Foam 10 Roll 3 7 18838 VLV HP Brkt Assy pkg 1 NS 18632 Cap for Trainer Hole 1 pkg 8 18314 Float with Hardware...

Page 13: ...nty Effective September 2012 Ritchie Industries Inc warrants its products to be free of defective materials and workmanship Defective part s will be repaired or replaced at the option of Ritchie Indus...

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