RAIN HARVESTING RHLE08 90mm Leaf Eater Plus Installation Guide

RAIN HARVESTING RHLE08 90mm Leaf Eater Plus

Product Information

The Leaf Eater Plus is a rain head designed to filter leaves and debris from your water system. It is a low-maintenance product built around the classic Leaf Eater Original. The rain head is easy to install and can handle high flow rates of water. It comes in different sizes and fittings for different countries.

Product Specifications

Maintenance

The Clean ShieldTM screen of the rain head is mostly self-cleaning. When cleaning is required, simply pull the quick release tabs and remove the screen. Hose or brush off the debris and reinsert the screen.

Product Usage Instructions

To install the Leaf Eater Plus rain head, follow these steps:

Gutter Mount

1. Choose a location for the rain head that is at least 500mm above your tank inlet and tank overflow pipe.
2. Position the rain head at the bottom of the existing gutter outlet and mark the bottom line. Cut this section of downpipe, ensuring the cut edge is clean and smooth.
3. Mount the rain head evenly under the gutter outlet by securing it to the fascia with screws or pop rivets. Make sure the backing plate fits snugly up to the bottom of the gutter but not between the fascia and back edge of the gutter.
4. Connect the rain head to the downpipe. Do not glue it to the pipe. Instead, secure it with a screw for easy removal.
5. If desired, paint the rain head to match your downpipes and/or building.

Eave & Mid Mount

1. Choose a location for the rain head that is at least 500mm above your tank inlet and tank overflow pipe.
2. Cut the downpipe to the same angle as the rain head with a 50mm gap.
3. Screw the rain head to the wall.
4. Connect the rain head to the downpipe using a clip.

Remember to maintain your rain head by cleaning the Clean ShieldTM screen regularly for maximum efficiency. The Leaf Eater Plus rain head is part of the Rain Harvesting approach to rainwater collection. By using tested and proven products, quality rainwater can be made available for use in and around your property. Follow the simple steps to get started andmake the most out of your rainwater system.

PRODUCT DETAILS

A single screen, low-maintenance rain head which filters leaves and debris from your system, built around the classic Leaf Eater Original. The straight forward rain head is easily installed and can handle high flow rates of water.

Installation

WHAT’S IN THE BOX?

• Leaf Eater Plus

TOOLS/MATERIALS YOU MAY REQUIRE

• Marker pen
• Tin snips
• Screws or pop rivets
• Screwdriver or pop rivet gun
• 90mm or 100mm socket
• Sealant
• Tape measure
• Saw
• Drill

GUTTER MOUNT

1. Locate the position at which you will be installing your Leaf Eater Plus rain head. Whether this is directly under your eave or midway down your downpipe, it should be a minimum of 500mm above your tank inlet and tank overflow pipe.
2. Position your Leaf Eater Plus rain head at the bottom of the existing gutter outlet, next to the existing downpipe. Mark and cut the bottom line and remove this section of the downpipe, ensuring the cut edge is clean and smooth.
3. Mount the main body of your Leaf Eater Plus evenly under the gutter outlet by securing it to the fascia with pop rivets or screws, making sure the backing plate fits snug up to the bottom of edge of the gutter but NOT between the fascia and back edge of the gutter.
4. Connect your Leaf Eater Plus to the downpipe. DO NOT glue it to the pipe. Instead, secure with a screw for easy removal.
5. If desired, you can paint your rain head to match your downpipes and/or building.

EAVE & “MID” MOUNT

1. Position your Leaf Eater Plus at your planned installation point and mark top and bottom cut lines. Add 50mm to the measurement on the upper end of your downpipe (which will become your entry downpipe) and cut this at a 45-degree angle. This should allow 50mm clearance between the pipe and the screen. The angle will ensure the end of the pipe is parallel to the screen, helping to direct the water onto the screen more effectively.
2. Cut the bottom section of the downpipe at a 90-degree angle. Ensure all cut edges are clean and smooth.
3. Using the quick-release tabs, remove the Clean Shield™ screen by lifting it up and then out
4. Mount the main body of the Leaf Eater Plus evenly under the entry downpipe, securing it to the wall with pop rivets or screws.
5. Reinsert the Clean Shield™ screen into your rain head. Ensure the screen sits firmly in place and check installation is secure.
6. Connect your Leaf Eater Plus to the lower downpipe. DO NOT glue it to the pipe. Instead, secure it with a screw for easy removal.
7. If desired, you can paint your rain head to match your downpipes and/or building.

Product Specifications

Leaf Eater Plus

Dimensions & Pipe Fittings

All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.

Fitting guide

• F = Female / Socket Fitting
• M = Male / Spigot Fitting (Pipe size)
• IP = In-Pipe Fitting

Maintenance

Your rain head’s Clean Shield™ screen is mostly self-cleaning. If cleaning is required, simply take hold of the quick release tabs and pull the Clean Shield™ screen upwards and outwards, then hose or brush off before reinserting the screen.

Supported

A common misconception about collecting rainwater is that all you need is a roof, a tank and some rain. This ‘tanking’ approach cannot always be relied on to deliver the volume – or quality – of water that you require. That is where we can help. With some thought, your rain harvesting system can provide you with cleaner water and lots of it. Whether you’re completely reliant on tank water or wanting to keep the garden green, our simple steps will help you achieve your goal. The Rain Harvesting approach to rainwater collection involves using tested and proven products to make quality rainwater available for use in and around your property. You don’t need much to get started and you will be surprised how easy it is to get the most out of your rainwater system.

COMPLIANCE

• AS/NZS 3500.3:2003 Plumbingand Drainage – Stormwater Drainage
• HB230:2008 Rainwater Tank Design and Installation Handbook
• enHealth Council
  • Guidance on the Use of Rainwater Tanks
  • Preventing Mosquitoes Breeding
• Queensland Health Regulations 1996 (Part 8 – Mosquito Prevention)

DISCLAIMER This product specification is not a complete guide to product usage. Further information is available from Rain Harvesting Pty Ltd and from the Installation and Operating Instructions. This specification sheet must be read in conjunction with the Installation and Operating Instructions and all applicable statutory requirement. Product specifications may change without notice. © Rain Harvesting Pty Ltd For more information or to find out
how we can help, just give us a call on +61 7 3248 9600 Or visit our website at  rainharvesting.com

References

• Cleaner Water. More of it. | Rain Harvesting by BMCo US

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