Atlantic SP1600 Instruction Manual - Page 12

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1. Setting the Bf1600

EXCAVATING AND SETTING THE PUMP VAULT FOR A FOUNTAIN

The capacity of the basin will vary depending on the size, height and number of the

decorative fountain elements. For a general rule of thumb, make the basin at least twice

the width of the fountain piece or fountain pieces at their widest point. To capture the

splash from taller pieces or more aggressive flows, where added storage capacity isn't

desired or needed, excavate a shallow 2-3" deep

bowl around the basin and extend the liner out

to at least twice the height of the decorative

elements (Figure C). This technique will

recapture as much water as possible with

minimum additional excavation. Consider

increasing the storage capacity by

incorporating Rainwater Harvesting into

your design. For further information see our

website www.atlanticwatergardens.com.

Once you have determined the

approximate size of the basin, lay

out the Eco-Blox and PV1700.

The PV1700 should be placed

away from the fountain piece

where the lid can be accessed

easily. Place the flat panel of the

PV1700 up against the Eco-Blox

so water can enter through the

ports. Tailor the excavation to the

shape of the Eco-Blox and PV1700 so the vertical walls of the basin will support the

outside walls of the Eco-Blox, leaving a few extra inches all of the way around to make

installation easier.

Dig the entire basin down to 17" below grade and carefully level the bottom of the

excavation. This depth ensures the plumbing fittings exit out on top of the Eco-Blox. Install

the underlayment and liner, then the Eco-Blox and PV1700.

Backfill the space between the Eco-Blox and the excavation to lock them into place, either

outside the liner with sand or clean fill, or inside the liner with gravel ¾" or larger in

diameter. Top the liner and basin with ¾" or larger gravel or decorative stone. Smaller,

more decorative gravel, landscape glass, etc. can be used to cover the top of the basin,

provided a denser mesh is installed beneath the material.

PLUMBING THE PV1700 FOR A FOUNTAIN

The recessed panels on the front right and left are designed to accommodate up to two

optional Triton 3-Way Diverters, to allow plumbing and individual valving of up to six

separately controlled decorative elements. To install, drill a 2 ¼" hole with a hole saw (not

included). The center point of the hole is marked on the panel.

The center raised area on the front of the PV1700 can be drilled for a single discharge

of up to 1 ½" PVC pipe. Your pipe size will determine the size of the hole to drill. The flat

panel on the back is designed to accommodate an overflow. The two drill points near the

top of the left and right sides are for the installation of an Auto Fill (See Auto Fill and

Overflow instructions on pg. 16).

Figure C.