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Installation Instructions for
EcoFount Series
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.
Ritchie Industries, Inc.
800-747-0222
Part # 17967
www.ritchiefount.com
August 15, 2022
@RitchieWaterers
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Summary of Contents for Ritchie EcoFount Series
- Page 1 Installation Instructions for EcoFount Series 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.
- Page 2 Item Item Description Watts Amps Description Watts Amps 18430 EcoFount 1 120V 173W 1.4A@120V 18431 EcoFount 1 240V 248W 1A@240V 18440 EcoFount 2 120V 298W 2.5A@120V 18441 EcoFount 2 240V 448W 1.9A@240V Ecofount Series Instruction Manual August 15, 2022...
- Page 3 G. Hold-Downs – EcoFount Fountains have mounting locations molded into the base inside the unit. 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. The trough may be removed to allow easier access to the bolt down location.
- Page 4 As the thermostat is moved toward the heater, the water temperature in the trough is lowered. The best location is determined by checking the trough temperature several times during the heating season. Ecofount Series Instruction Manual August 15, 2022...
- Page 5 Now is a good time to readjust the float if needed. Close on lock down cover and you are done. Ritchie Valves Ritchie valves come in various sizes and pressure ratings as shown below - green for high supply line pressure, red for moderate supply pressure, and white for low-pressure applications. Differences in the size of trough also impacts valve choice.
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Page 6: Troubleshooting
Low water flow directly in front of the valve to check pressure drop when valve is open. A severe pressure drop indicates a restriction or undersized supply system. Check that shutoff valves are fully open Ecofount Series Instruction Manual August 15, 2022... - Page 7 COMMERCIAL POWER WARNING - CHECK NAMEPLATE FOR CORRECT VOLTAGE. ONLY CONNECT 230-240VAC TO 240V UNITS. 8/16/2021 WIRING DIAGRAM SHOWN WITH 2 Wiring-2021.dwg HEATERS - QUANTITY MAY VARY TDU - Sheet: 1 of 1 Ecofount Series Instruction Manual August 15, 2022...
- Page 8 17963 Retaining Ring SS 14412 Thermal Cap 16562 Access Panel 10" x 20" 18147 Access Panel Hardware pkg 1 pkg 18653 Ritchie Decal 12" (1/pkg) 1 pkg 11885 Disc Thermostat pkg 1 pkg 18318 Bolt Down Washer (4/pkg) 1 pkg 18451 Wing Nut 3/8"...
- Page 9 17963 Retaining Ring SS 14412 Thermal Cap 18370 Access Panel 10" x 10" 18147 Access Panel Hardware pkg 1 pkg 18655 Ritchie Decal 7.5" (1/pkg) 1 pkg 11885 Disc Thermostat pkg 1 pkg 18318 Bolt Down Washer (4/pkg) 1 pkg 18451 Wing Nut 3/8"...
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Page 10: Limited Warranty
Ritchie Industries’ liability for any defects in material or workmanship with respect to accepted goods shall be limited to repairing the goods or replacing them as Ritchie Industries shall elect. Parts used in warranty repairs will be warranted for the balance of the water system’s warranty period, with all parts replaced under warranty becoming the property of Ritchie... - Page 11 This page intentionally left blank Ecofount Series Instruction Manual August 15, 2022...
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