Installation Guide

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insert screen with leading edge
tucked under front rim of barrel
opening
with front edge inserted, push
back edge of screen downward
to t in place
rmly force hose clamp into
drilled hole
hose clamp will lock in place
t hose end over spigot, twist
and lock in place
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The barrel must be installed on a
at, level surface. We recommend
using pressure treated wood or a
patio stone as a base to prevent
shifting and tipping
Assembly and Installation Instructions
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Forest City Models & Patterns Ltd. Warranty
One (1) Year Warranty on Manufacturer Defects. Warranty excludes cracking from improper use/storage. For
warranty issues, please contact Forest City Models & Patterns:
Forest City Models & Patterns Ltd., 157 Gerald Parkway, Thorndale, Ontario, Canada N0M 2P0
Phone: [phone] Fax: [phone] e-mail: [e-mail]
Drawing Water from the Barrel:
To draw water, unclip garden hose from barrel, turn on valve and ll a
watering can. This hose can be connected to a long garden hose to water
other areas of the garden.
Before positioning the barrel, you will need to shorten the
current downspout to allow water to exit into the barrel.
Remove elbow from bottom of downspout, measure and
cut the downspout so that it will be 5 cm (2 in) above the
barrel screen once elbow is reinstalled.
Allow 5 cm (2 in)
clearance
between downspout
elbow and Spout
and Debris Screen
Shortened
downspout
Remove elbow
and cut downspout
to size
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Warning - Winter Storage
If you live in a cold climate, drain the barrel and hose completely.
Hoses should be stored inside. Place the barrle upsidedown to avoid
water freezing and cracking the barrel.