aquor Ground Hydrant Installation Guide
- May 15, 2024
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aquor Ground Hydrant Installation Guide
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTION
GROUND HYDRANT
The Aquor® Ground Hydrant is a better freeze proof yard hydrant. Easy to install, bury it or install at waist height.
The hydrant will self-drain when disconnecting to protect against freezing and self-cleans so no maintenance is required. Plus you can mow right over it. Available in blue (or gray upon request).
FEATURES & BENEFITS
- Flush-mounted design with twist lock connection system.
- Easy to install at any height, recessed, flush with the ground, or waist level.
- Frost-free, leak-free, and lead-free.
- Instant access under full water pressure.
- Hydrant self-drains, providing complete freeze protection all winter long.
- Made with durable and long-lasting marine-grade 316L stainless steel and Delrin® acetal resin
- Hose connector contains integral check valve for backflow protection.
- Self-cleaning outlet requires no regular maintenance.
- Protects against water theft.
INSTALLATION
Before installation, decide on a location for the hydrant and be sure to decide how deep you want the hydrant.
DIG A HOLE
Dig a hole for the hydrant approximately 2 FT in diameter and 1 FT deeper
than the bury depth. For additional protection and/or concealment, you can
install an in-ground valve box or pull box to surround the hydrant.
Note: The valve at the bottom of the hydrant must be buried below the frost line. This ensures proper drainage so the hydrant does not freeze.
FLUSH THE PIPES
Flush the piping in your water supply before connecting the hydrant to
clear any debris that may have collected during the installation and assembly.
Debris in the water supply can cause a jam in the hydrant’s closing mechanism.
CONNECT THE HYDRANT
Connect the hydrant to the water supply, but do not bury the hydrant yet.
Place the hydrant on top of a cinder block or other heavy, flat object for
support to prevent damage to the supply line and the hydrant.
Note: Make sure to connect a garden hose to the Aquor® hose connector BEFORE connecting the hydrant. Water will start flowing instantly
TURN ON THE WATER
Turn on the water supply and test the hydrant to ensure it is operating
correctly. Attach the included Aquor® hose connector to a garden hose, then
plug into the hydrant.
CHECK THE VALVE
Check to make sure the hydrant’s drainage valve is clear of obstruction. The
silicone flapper valve is designed to drain excess water while preventing bugs
and debris from entering the valve. The PVC sleeve protects the silicone
flapper valve from damage.
Ensure the hydrant drains properly before burying.
Ensure the hydrant is installed level, perpendicular to the ground surface.
FILL THE HOLE
Fill the hole around and below the hydrant with medium-size gravel or drain
rock. This provides a drain field for the hydrant. Without a proper drain
field, the hydrant may not empty itself, and will be susceptible to freezing
Optional: Layer a suitable plastic sheeting or landscaping fabric halfway
through filling. This can help prevent soil or fine sand from settling and
filling the drain field.
TEST THE HYDRANT
Test hydrant operation again go ensure everything is installed properly and
functioning correctly.
OPERATION
Firmly attach the Aquor® connector to a garden hose, using teflon tape if
needed.
Connect: To connect to the hydrant, line up the 3 grooves on the connector
then simultaneously push and twist clockwise into the outlet. Position your
wrist as if you are about to wring out a towel, and complete the action in one
smooth motion. Water flow will start instantly.
Disconnect: Perform the reverse motion to disconnect. Water will shut off
instantly, and self-drain through the drain port.
HYDRANT
- Rear Valve Housing (inlet)
- Hydrant Body O-Ring
- Valve Spring
- Inner Valve O-Ring
- Operating Rod
- Hydrant Body
- PVC Protective Sleeve
- Silicone Flapper Valve
- Check Valve Retainer
- Check Valve Housing
- Check Valve Release Spring
- Check Valve O-Ring
- Check Valve
- Check Valve Screen
- Check Valve Housing Washer
HOSE CONNECTOR
- Check Valve Retainer
- Check Valve Spring
- Connector Check Valve
- Check Valve O-Ring
- Connector Body
- Connector O-Rings
DEBRIS COVER
- Debris Cover Bolt
- Debris Cover
- Debris Cover Nut
Need Parts? Stem Replacement Kits and Hose Connector O-Ring Kits are available. For help, email us at contact@ aquorwatersystems.com or call us at 1-800-458-1749.
LIMITED LIFETIME WARRANTY
We stand behind every product we sell, and support our customers even further. If you ever have an issue, contact us and we will make it right.
Aquor offers a limited lifetime warranty on all stainless steel products and parts and 5 years on all polymer components.
CONTACT US
For any questions, please get in touch with our customer service team at contact@aquorwatersystems. com or call us at 1-800-458-1749 Mon-Fri 9AM-4PM PST.
Visit our website to activate your product warranty.
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