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Energy Free Waterers Energy Efficient Waterers MIRACO A DIVISION OF AHRENS AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRIES, INC. BOX 686 GRINNELL, IOWA 50112 PHONE 641-236-5822 TOLL FREE 1-800-541-7866 FAX 641-236-3341 www.Miraco.com

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Part I - General Description: 1. The E-Fount is the finest operating, lowest cost, energy-efficient livestock waterer on the market today. The sealed atmosphere helps prevent the formation of scum and algae. It also prevents tongue injuries from contact with frigid steel. 2. All edges are curved and sloped to prevent injury to people and animals. Weights & Dimensions: MiraFount Product # Material necessary for installation: 1. Concrete 2. PVC glue 3.1 Insulated Heat Tube #834 4. Thread sealer or Teflon tape 5. Electrical connections Note: Southern USA regions do not require as large a heat...

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Step 1 Install your heat well at least 1 foot below frost or down to your water line to ensure frost-free operation. Install the water line so it comes up close to the center of the heat well. For existing installation where a small hole is all you have, use a low-wattage heat tape on the line provided to prevent freezing. Step 2 Pull the paper backing off the rubber gasket furnished in your parts carton. Stick this gasket on the bottom of your tank. Keep the gasket as close to the edge as possible. This is necessary to keep air out and keep your heat well dry. Model 3330 and 3330-E,...

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Step 5 The riser pipe is not glued into the bottom fitting. Pull the riser pipe out of the bottom fitting. Cut off the fill line where you made your mark. Step 6 The pipe insulation should be up into the tank about 2 inches. If you are using a low-wattage heat tape to protect the water line, do not use the pipe insulation. Using PVC cement, apply it to the bottom of your 4-inch riser pipe. Make sure all connections are clean before applying glue. Step 7 Apply sealant to valve threads. Screw the valve into the T fitting so the valve is tight. In most cases, hand tight is sufficient....

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Step 9 Apply pressure down on the top and screw in the base bolts to secure the top to the base. If the holes don’t line up, don’t be concerned. The bolt will make its own hole. Step 11 Always place the drain plugs in from the inside to prevent them from coming out. Step 10 If you are dairy only, remove the two rubber plugs in the top portion of the tank. Then place the %-inch pipe in the bottom hole. The 45-degree angle goes in the hole. Align so water can pass through. Step 12 All water level adjustments can be done by turning the vertical arm up or down through the top access.

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STYROFOAM OR EQUIVALENT I—THERMO BARRIER ORMIRACO HEAT TUBE DOWN 3'IN MOST AREAS TOP SURFACE SHOULD BE SMOOTH FOR A GOOD SEAL 7%| 7i7T CLOSE CELL INSULATION PROVIDED (MUST BE TIGHT AGAINST THE BOTTOM OF THE TANK. LEAVE THIS ABOUT 3' ABOVE THE CONCRETE AND SET TANK DOWN. THE INSULATION WILL SLIDE DOWN THE PIPE AND STAY TICHT AGAINST THE TANK.) IF A CAP OCCURS ANYWHERE IN.THLlNSULWtPN ARWNP THAI AREA, IF THE HEAT WELL IS IN AN AREA WHERE DRAINAGE IS POOR YOU MAY NEED TO TILE AWAY FROM THE HEAT WELL SO WATER WILL NOT STAND IN THE WELL. WATER IN THE WELL COULD CAUSE FREEZING. CONCRETE PAD MUST...

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Management Tips 1. A 5/16-inch bolt is to be used to hold the balls back for training livestock. The 5/16-inch bolt is inserted into a threaded insert in the baffled portion of the lid. This holds the balls back for training. 2. Water level is very important. If the water is too high, the ball will stick shut in the winter time and the tank will appear frozen. A kick or small amount of hot water on the balls will fix the problem. Then lower the water level so this won’t happen again. However, never lower water below the baffle. 3. In case of power failure, merely keep the livestock away...

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MIRACO TANK FLEXIBLE HOSE TO VALVE (Provided) 18" «-{46 cm}—►! Concrete Platform Concrete Platform STAINLESS STEEL ANCHOR BOLTS (Provided) ELECTRIC SERVICE PER LOCAL CODES ACCESSORIES UNDERGROUND SHUT OFF KIT lb im part No. #399-5 with Drain Back 834 INSULATED HEAT TUBES Highly insulated tube shields incoming ground water from cold as it passes through the frost level. Polyethylene construction ensures years of trouble-free use. One 30-inch tube and 3 feet of 12-inch plastic drainage tile provides a sufficient heat well in most locations. For northern locations, two 30-inch heat tubes may...

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