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4. Open the leaf catcher box and ensure none
of the components are missing or damaged.
The box should contain the following: (a) leaf
catcher, (b) brass spigot, (c) overfl ow elbow and
(d) small roll of Tefl on tape. Instructions will also
be included in this box.
5. A location should be selected close to an
existing downspout and relatively close to
the house to prevent obstruction and ease
of installation. Be aware of the dimension of
each tank, and ensure that there is more than
enough space for the tank to be permanently
placed into that location.
6. Clear the location from obstructions and
even out the area with a spade, shovel or rake,
depending on the existing surface. The ground
below the tank must be level to prevent the
tank from slopping. It is suggested the grade
be slightly tilting in towards the building so that
the tank leans just slightly towards the building
and not away from it.
7. The best solution for placing the tank is
to have a solid base which can be made of
large patio stones / walkway stones or to pour
a concrete base. Lay the stones into place
providing enough area for the footing of the
tank.
8. Level the stones to ensure that the tank sits
fl at and does not tilt and risk tipping. Adjust
as required. Check for fi nal level and place the
tank in position.
9. Position the tank leaving at least 3 inches of
space from the wall. Be aware that the spigot
goes on the bulkhead that is attached to the
pump and fl exible hose. Check for clearance on
all sides and be sure the tank is not creating an
obstruction for anything else.
10. Using the provided roll of tefl on tape, wrap
2 layers of tape on threads of the spigot and
the overfl ow elbow to ensure proper installation
and seals.
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12. The other bulkhead at the top edge of
the tank in used for the overfl ow. Attach the
overfl ow elbow and hand tighten. A hose can
be attached to redirect water overfl ow.
11. Attach the spigot to the bulkhead
connected to the pump inside the tank and
hand tighten. Using an adjustable wrench,
tighten the spigot another full rotation after
hand tightening.