Ritchie Classic Equine EZFount User manual

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Installation Instructions
For
EZ
FOUNT
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
Part # 24058
23October, 2018

Fountain Installation Instructions
A. Location - Installing the fountain in a location that offers protection from the wind will enhance the
performance of the unit. Livestock will tend to gather in a protected area, enticing them to drink more.
B. Mounting Options –
1. Option A – If mounting the fountain on a concrete platform it should be at least 4” thick 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.
2. Option B – Filling with sand. Two adults are required to complete this
assembly. Fill the fountain with up to 350 lbs of sand. Locate fountain in its
final position and then roll it forward on to its top. With the fountain flipped
over fill with sand and then press the red plug in place to seal hole. Using two
adults flip the fountain back to its base and set into position.
C. Hold-Downs - Your fountain has four built-in hold-down locations to anchor
your unit securely to the concrete pad. The use of 3/8” x 5” stainless steel
expansion anchor bolts (not included) is recommended for concrete installations.
Anchor bolts are available from Ritchie in a two pack, part # 16555. Fender
washers are supplied for use with anchors.
D. Hose Connection – Connect hose to supplied connection. Be sure to place hose
out of the reach of animals.
E. Drain Plug – Install pre-assembled drain plugs from inside of trough. Plugs
should be pushed in flush to prevent accidental removal by animals. Wetting the
plug can aid proper installation.
F. Float Adjustment – Adjust float for a water depth of 2 inches below top of
trough using the thumbscrew or wing nut.
G. High Water Pressure - If water pressure is very high, and the valve does not shut off, a pressure-reducing
valve may be needed, Ritchie part # 18649. Your individual situations may require a change from the standard
valve supplied with your fountain.
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Trouble Shooting
Problem Solution
Valve won't stop dripping
a) Check float adjustment. Ensure float moves freely.
b) Disassemble valve and check for sand or scale in valve rubber
c) Turn valve rubber over and re-assemble. See below.
d) Check for excessive water system pressure.
Low Water Flow
a) Check that valve inlet is not plugged or supply hose is not kinked.
b) Check system pressure from supply hose by installing a tee and pressure gauge in front of
the valve to check pressure drop when valve is open. A severe pressure drop indicates a
restriction or undersized supply system.
c) Check that shut off valves are fully open.
Ritchie Limited Warranty 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 Industries. This
warranty specifically excludes all labor and shipping
charges.
This warranty does not apply to any appearance items,
to any product whose exterior has been damaged or defaced, to
any product that has been installed improperly, to any product
subjected to misuse, abnormal service or handling, and to any
products altered or repaired with other than original equipment
or manufacturer’s parts.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights, and you
may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
All warranty claims must be processed through an
Authorized Ritchie Dealer/ Distributor. Proof of purchase is
required. This warranty is not transferable. The period of
warranty begins at original date of purchase as follows:
Poly Units
Base, top and ball closures
10 year limited against manufacturing defect. 100% first five years, then
declining 20% per year for the remaining five years.
Stainless Steel Units
Stainless trough and stainless valve chamber frame:
Ten years against manufacturing defect or corrosion. 100% all ten years.
Casing and cover:
10 year limited against manufacturing defect. 100% first year, then
declining 10% per year for the remaining nine years.
Component Parts
All component parts, such as floats, valves, heating elements:
One year from the date of purchase against manufacturing defect, 100%.
Valve Rubber Pin must be
pushed out of valve to
disassemble
1/2” Valve:
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Classic Equine
EZFOUNT
Part # 18710
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Item Part # Description Qty . . Item Part # Description Qty
118712 EZFOUNT Cover 19 12836 Float with Long Arm pkg 1 pkg
218714 EZFOUNT Base 110 18717 EZFOUNT Hose Adpt. Pkg 1 pkg
3 18219 Plug #11 Pkg 1 pkg 11 18719 Classic Equine Logo pkg (2/pkg) 1 pkg
4 18716 Classic Equine Hinge Bolt Pkg 1 pkg 12 18709 Screws #10 x 1 pkg (4/pkg) 1 pkg
518718 Cover Latch Hardware pkg 1 pkg NS 15930 Hose Clamp 7/8" SS (5/pkg) 1 pkg
6 11515 Valve Bracket pkg 1 pkg NS 18613 Adapter 1/2" x 3/8" HB 1 pkg
7 18727 Cap Pkg (2/pkg) 1 pkg NS 18715 EZFOUNT Accessory pkg 1 pkg
8 12575 Red Valve 1/2" pkg 1 pkg
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