Atlantic FB4600 User Manual

Instruction Manual

Model:
FB4600
FB3200

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Installation

Begin by excavating a hole with a diameter at least 6 inches wider than
the basin being installed, and to a depth of 12½”. This depth will leave
the Fountain Basin slightly higher than the ground around it, which will
keep soil, mulch or gravel from entering the basin. Angling the sides of
the hole outward slightly will aid in the backfill process.

Caution: Do not dig too deep. The Fountain Basin should be set on
undisturbed earth if possible. In the case that you over-dig, be sure to
compact the soil thoroughly to prevent settling. The bottom of the hole
should be level side-to-side and front-to-back (Figure 1).

Figure 1.

Add water to prevent the Fountain Basin from shifting during the backfill
process. Use loose soil from the excavation to fill the void around the pe­rimeter of the basin. Leave the area around the pump chamber open until
all of the electrical and plumbing connections are made. Lightly compact
the soil around the basin as you backfill. (Figure 2.)

Caution: over compacting can distort or crush the edges of the
Fountain Basin.

Figure 2.

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