GFRC FOUNTAIN BASIN
IN-GROUND INSTALLATION GUIDE
Layout & mark appropriate basin area:
Locate your fountain near your preferred viewing area where both water and
electricity services are accessible. Clear the area and prepare to excavate by tracing
the GFRC Basin using marking paint. Be certain to avoid underground utilities.
Prep & Excavate area to required size and depth:
Using a shovel dig 90 degrees into the ground, slightly wider and just as deep as
the GFRC Basin making sure to remove any sharp rocks or roots. Align the GFRC
Basin with the pump access door as needed to keep the pump accessible.
Note: If installing a splash apron, make sure the basin is about 1.5 inches below
grade, allowing you to slope the surrounding terrain toward the basin.
Ensure basin fits and is level:
Using a 2 - 4 ft. level place the basin within the excavated hole ensuring
the Fountain Basin remains level side to side.
Back fill around basin leaving room for Auto Fill and cord:
Once the GFRC Basin is level carefully back fill using excavated soil.
Leave a small trench to bury the pump cord 1-2 inches below grade.
Optional Auto Fill placement:
If an Auto Fill Valve is being incorporated you may also bury your water
supply line and make any Auto Fill connections at this time.
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Plastic Access Panel
Basin Cord Notch
Auto Fill Spinweld
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