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22-SEP-08

INSTALLATION GUIDE

H2OG rainwater rescue solution

Downspout Inlet Screen Elbow Vents Overflow

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HOGs Connectors Outlet

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Downspout Inlet Screen Overflow Outlet Connectors Elbow Vents HOGs

YOU WILL NEED:


Level Plumbers Tape 90 3O.D. Elbow (for horizontal installation) Adjustable Wrench

Saw

HOGs are designed to connect together using the supplied parts. Threaded Brass inserts at the top and bottom of each HOG allow secure attachment of Connectors, Vents and Outlets. The 1 inch openings are plugged. Remove the plugs from the holes you wish to use for connections. Screw in the Connectors and Elbow Vent, sealing the threads with plumbers tape to prevent leaks. Screw the Outlet to the end Connector. Saw the top off the first HOG and cover with Inlet Screen.

9 (240mm) Top

20 50 gallon (508mm) (189 litre) capacity

Bottom Side Front

Please consult a qualified plumber if unsure about correct installation procedure. Rainwater HOGs must be installed in accordance with these instructions. Rainwater HOG LLC takes no responsibility for any loss or damage caused by the use of the HOG and/or accessories. In the interests of continuing product improvement, specification may change without notice.

ALWAYS THIS WAY UP

71 (1800mm)

INSTALLATION
HORIZONTAL
Inlet Screen

PLUMBING
Elbow Vents (always turned upward)

(ON GROUND / UNDER DECKS)


1. Arrange HOGs on a slope of 1 in 100 (1) with the inlet (top) end higher than the outlet (bottom) end. You may need to provide a thin layer of sand to ensure an even bearing surface and to create the required fall. 2. Ensure HOGs dont slip or move when full. Use stakes, blocks or bedded sand if necessary. 3. Saw top off nub of inlet HOG (see Inlet). Affix 90 3 elbow (not supplied) with plumbers tape over collar of inlet. 4. Attach elbow vents to the top holes, and Connectors and Outlet to bottom holes. 5. Attach and direct overflow hose (see Plumbing). 6. Place Inlet Screen over inlet opening under downspout (see Plumbing). Stake base if necessary
Inlet

90 3 elbow
(not supplied) Inlet HOG

Elbow Vent (always turned upward)

Connector, Outlet or Overflow Threaded Brass Insert Remove plug taking care not to damage the threads. Install Elbow Vents at the highest point on all HOGs to allow air to escape. The Inlet HOG is automatically vented by the Inlet Screen.

VENTING

Air

Air

Outlet HOG Connectors Outlet

WARNING
1

INLET
Saw the top off the Inlet Nub on the Inlet HOG . This will form a 3 raised opening. Take care to saw along the indent indicated. The Inlet HOG is the HOG located below the downspout. Place Inlet Screen over the Inlet hole.

Water

Water

Water

Outlet

100

VERTICAL (ON WALL)

1. Place Wall Channels horizontally at center height of 35 (900mm) from base level and fix to wall using appropriate fixings (not supplied). Ensure the HOGs are sitting on a firm, stable and level surface. 2. Position Spring Nuts 19 (500mm) apart between Wall Channel HOGs and 9 (250mm) from edge. Spring Nut 3. Saw the top off the inlet HOG nub along the ridged line to form a 3 inch opening. 4. Attach Elbow Vents to the top holes and attach Connectors and Outlet to LOCATING WALL CHANNEL bottom holes. 20 10 5. Attach and direct overflow (508mm) typ (254mm) hose (see Plumbing). 6. Place Inlet Screen over Spring Nuts inlet opening under Wall Channels located downspout (see Plumbing). in centre of O 7. Stand HOG in position and 35 bolt the Plate through the (900mm ) HOG into the Spring Nut.

Each HOG weighs 440lb (200kg) when full. HOGs must always be installed so that the weight is supported on a firm surface. Always ensure that the HOG is secure. The Wall Kit stabilizes the HOG laterally and is NOT intended to carry any weight. Wall mounted HOGs must be installed bearing on the ground or another stable structure.

saw along indent guideline

inlet screen inlet hole

horizontal installation vertical installation

DOWNPIPE

Cut the downpipe on a 45 angle, with the lowest point 3 (80mm) above the screen to allow leaves to disperse. Clean screen out periodically.

45 3 (80mm)

OVERFLOW
Elbow Vents

WALL KIT
Domed Nut Wall Channel

Inlet Screen Inlet hole Inlet HOG Plate Threaded Rod Domed Nut Spring Nut Wall Channel

Plate

Spring Nut

Threaded Rod

Connector Outlet

For heavy flows, affix T piece of 3 pipe (not supplied) over inlet collar with trunk to side. Otherwise, attach an extra hose (not supplied) for any overflow water by screwing the hose fitting into the top threaded connector point in any of the HOGs. Direct the overflow as desired using the hose.

inlet screen T section Tap into existing gulley Top threaded connector HOG

Patent Pending

rainwater rescue

every drop helps

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