Cattle Fountain, Combination Fountains, AC Series
Installation Instructions
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.
Access panel should be opposite of prevailing winter wind to give additional protection to the supply line.
B.
Water Supply Line -
Horizontal underground water line (1) should be sized to account for pressure drop,
relating to distance, and placed well below frost line. A one-inch vertical supply pipe (2) is recommended. A shut-
off valve (3) should be installed under fountain to allow 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. Vertical supply line
must be centered in riser tube (4) to provide an air space between the line and frozen ground outside of tube.
Flush water supply line thoroughly before connection to fountain. Water supplies with foreign material such as
sand, rust, etc. may require a filter to keep fountain valve working properly.
C.
Electric Supply
– It is usually most cost effective to run your electrical line the same time you are trenching
your water supply.
Any electrical service must be installed and maintained by a qualified electrician.
D.
Riser Tube
- Install a riser tube and extend it at least one foot below frost line
or down to horizontal underground water line. For optimum water line protection,
use the 12” diameter insulated Ritchie Thermal Tube, part numbers and sizes are
shown to the left. Tube opening must be kept clear.
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. Any foreign material in the tube may cause frost to migrate to the
supply line causing it to freeze.
Ritchie Thermal Tube
Part #
Description
18158 1’ Top Section
16417 2’ Top Section
16612 4’ Top Section
16416 2’
Extension
Use in combination to reach
desired depth
Cattle, Combination, and AC Series
Fountains Installation Instructions
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17 October, 2012
