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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 –
1. Option A - The horizontal underground water line should be sized to account for pressure drop, relating
to distance, at least 3/4" in diameter. A 3/4" vertical supply pipe is recommended. A shut-off valve should
be installed under the fountain for servicing. Flush water supply line before connecting to fountain. Water
supplies with material such as sand, rust, etc. may require a filter to keep valve working properly.
Connect supply hose to customer supplied shutoff valve at the top of the concrete prior to anchoring unit.
2. Option B – Garden hose hook up is available by purchasing Ritchie Part #18799 (G1 and G2 with 3/8"
hose). Follow instructions included in the package. Be sure to place hose out of the reach of animals.
C. Mounting Platform – A concrete platform should be provided for all fountains. It should be at least 4" thick
and large enough to accommodate 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.
D. Position Fountain - Set the fountain on the concrete pad to inspect positioning of the installation. Once all
connections are lined up, marking anchor bolt location can easily be done with a drill.
Note: For underground water supply connect hose to the top of the supply line, or the customer supplied shutoff
valve at the top of the concrete. Place fountain on the concrete platform over the riser tube so the supply hose is
centered in riser tube.
Genesis Series Instruction Manual
Genesis G1 and G2
Installation Instructions
1
Part # 24238
October 19, 2022
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Summary of Contents for Ritchie Genesis G1
- Page 1 Connect supply hose to customer supplied shutoff valve at the top of the concrete prior to anchoring unit. 2. Option B – Garden hose hook up is available by purchasing Ritchie Part #18799 (G1 and G2 with 3/8” hose). Follow instructions included in the package. Be sure to place hose out of the reach of animals.
- Page 2 (not included) is recommended for concrete installations. Anchor bolts are available from any Ritchie authorized dealer, in packages of two, part # 16555. Once you have verified the positioning of the fountain, drill, install, and tighten down anchor bolts. Use the large washers provided to hold unit down. Tighten hold down anchors tight, but do not over tighten as this could damage the plastic feet.
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Page 3: Troubleshooting
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. Your individual situations may require a change from the standard valve supplied with your fountain, see your Ritchie Dealer if this is needed. - Page 4 13613 Float with Short Arm pkg 1 pkg 18881 Genesis 1 Base 18821 Cover Screw & Hardware (2/pkg) 1 pkg 18799 Garden Hose Hookup 18849 Ritchie 2" Plug pkg 1 pkg 18470 Ritchie 3" Plug pkg 1 pkg 11515 Valve Bracket w/screw pkg 1 pkg...
- Page 5 1 pkg 18886 Genesis 2 Base 18821 Cover Screw & Hardware (2/pkg) 1 pkg 18799 Garden Hose Hookup 18849 Ritchie 2" Plug pkg 2 pkgs 18470 Ritchie 3" Plug pkg 2 pkgs 11515 Valve Bracket w/ screw pkg 1 pkg...
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Page 7: Limited Warranty
EXCLUSIONS IDENTIFIED ABOVE AND, AS A RESULT, THEY MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU. No agent, employee or representative of Ritchie Industries, and no Ritchie Industries Dealer/Distributor, is authorized to bind Ritchie Industries to any representation or warranty regarding the goods except as specifically included in this limited warranty. - Page 8 Genesis Series Instruction Manual Part # 24238 October 19, 2022...
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