Rain Harvesting RHLE08 Installation guide

Brand: Rain Harvesting

Model: RHLE08

Type: Installation guide

Rain Harvesting RHLE08: A low-maintenance rain head that efficiently filters leaves and debris from your rainwater harvesting system. Featuring a straightforward design, it handles high water flow rates, ensuring cleaner water for your tank. Installation is a breeze, and it can be mounted under the gutter or at a midpoint on the downpipe for versatile placement.

Code

Size

Country

RHLE08

90mm

Australia

RHLE09

100mm

RHLE18

100x50mm

RHLE19

100x75mm

RHLE08

90mm

New Zealand

Leaf Eater Plus

Installation and Specification Guide

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.

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GUTTER MOUNT

Installation

WHAT’S IN THE BOX? TOOLS/MATERIALS YOU MAY REQUIRE

Leaf Eater Plus Marker pen

Tin snips

Screws or pop rivets

Screwdriver or pop rivet gun

90mm or 100mm socket

Sealant

Tape measure

Saw

Drill

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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 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.

Roof

Gutter

Gutter outlet

fixed under gutter

Screw the Leaf Eater™ Plus

to the fascia

Leaf Eater™ Plus

Downpipe Clip

Downpipe

(to discharge)

EAVE & “MID” MOUNT

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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 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 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 with a

screw for easy removal.

7 - If desired, you can paint your rain head to match your downpipes and/or building.

Downpipe (from roof)

Downpipe Clip

Cut to same angle as Leaf Eater™ Plus

with a 50mm Gap

Screw the Leaf Eater™ Plus to the wall

Leaf Eater™ Plus

Downpipe Clip

Downpipe (to discharge)

Country

Code

Australia

RHLE08

90 M

289

275

254

188

RHLE09

100 M

289

275

238

188

RHLE18

100x50 IP

335

275

254

188

RHLE19

100x75 IP

335

275

254

188

New Zealand

RHLE08

90 M

289

275

254

188

Leaf Eater Plus

Product Specifications

Dimensions & Pipe Fittings

All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.

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Fitting guide:

F = Female / Socket Fitting

M = Male / Spigot Fitting (Pipe size)

IP = In-Pipe Fitting

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?

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.

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

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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)