RAIN HARVESTING DDHK01 Downpipe Diverter Hose Kit Installation Guide
- June 9, 2024
- Rain Harvesting
Table of Contents
Downpipe Diverter Hose Kit
Installation and Specification Guide
PRODUCT DETAILS
The Downpipe Diverter Hose Kit allows you to connect your downpipe diverter to your rain barrel so you can start collecting water quickly and easily.
| Code | Size | Country |
|---|---|---|
| DDHK01 | Suits 32mm Hose | Suits all countries |
| DDHK01 | Suits 1.25″ Hose |
Installation
WHAT’S IN THE BOX?
- Rain Barrel Outlet
- 1.2m (4 ft) length hose – 32mm (1 ¼”) diameter
- Stainless steel hose clamps x 2
- Hole saw – 35mm (1 ⅜”)
TOOLS/MATERIALS YOU MAY REQUIRE
- Cordless drill
- Spanner
- Marker pen
- Spirit level
- Knife
- Screwdriver
HOW IT WORKS
The Downpipe Diverter Hose Kit allows you to easily connect your diverter to
your rain barrel.
It’s the perfect companion for any Rain Harvesting Downpipe Diverter.
INSTALLATION
- Select a position to install your Downpipe Diverter which will allow a smooth path for the hose to your barrel. Note that this will depend on the installation position of your Downpipe Diverter relative to your rainwater storage vessel. For more information on this, refer to one of our Downpipe Diverter installation guides.
- Using a cordless drill and the supplied hole saw, drill a hole in your rain barrel where you will be installing your outlet. Ensure the edges of the hole are free from burrs.
- Take the main body of your Rain Barrel Outlet and insert in through the hole so that the barbed end is sticking out of the barrel.
- Holding the main body in place, screw the nut onto the outside of the Rain Barrel Outlet and tighten using a spanner.
- Install the 1 ¼” barbed outlet onto your Downpipe Diverter.
- Using a knife, cut your 32mm hose to suit the distance between the outlet on your Downpipe Diverter and the Rain Barrel Outlet. For optimum performance, ensure that the hose forms a nice smooth path for unrestricted water flow.
- Loosen both the stainless steel hose clamps with a screwdriver and place one on each end of the hose.
- Press one end of the hose onto the Downpipe Diverter outlet so that it covers all of the barbed section. It should push on with a moderate amount of force, but softening the end of the hose with some warm water may make this easier if required.
- Tighten the hose clamp, making sure it is gripping both the hose and the outlet.
- Press the other end of the hose onto the Rain Barrel outlet and tighten the hose clamp.
Product Specifications
Dimensions & Pipe Fittings
COUNTRY| COD
E| A| B| C| D| E| F| G
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---
Suits all countries| DDH K01| Suits 32mm Hose| 35| 39| 60| 45| 32| 1200
DDH K01| Suits 1.25″ Hose| 1.38″| 1.54″| 2.36″| 1.77″| 1.25″| 48″
Maintenance
When properly installed, your Downpipe Diverter Hose Kit should be maintenance-free.
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.
How can we help you?
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.
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References
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