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Rain Harvesting RHLC20 Installation guide

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Code
Size
Country
RHLC20
90mm /100mm
Dual Fit
Australia
RHLC25
RHLC26
100x50mm
100x75mm
RHLC20
110mm
UK
RHLC320
80mm/110mm
South Africa
RHLC620
75mm/90mm
Europe
RHLC20
90mm/110mm
India
Leaf Catcha Round
PRODUCT DETAILS
The simplicity of the Leaf Catcha's bucket
design ensures you catch every drop of water
while filtering out leaves and debris.
By installing it in a location which is easy to
reach and periodically clean, you'll be
rewarded with huge amounts of great quality
rainwater.
Installation and Specification Guide
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WHAT'S IN THE BOX? TOOLS/MATERIALS YOU MAY REQUIRE
GUTTER MOUNT
Leaf Catcha Tape measure
Marker pen
Saw
Bracket
Screws
Screwdriver or drill
Installation
1 - To install your Leaf Catcha rain head on a vertical downpipe directly under your gutter, measure down
from the underside of your gutter and mark the downpipe in two locations. First at 70mm and the second
at 240mm. Cut the downpipe at both these locations to create a 170mm gap to install the Leaf Catcha.
Whether this is directly under your eave or midway down your downpipe, it must be a minimum of
500mm above your tank inlet and tank overflow pipe. Ensure all cut edges are clean and smooth.
2 - Fit and bracket the pipe to the wall.
3 - Place the mesh screen in your Leaf Catcha, snapping the screen under the rear retaining ledge first,
then under the front and side ledges.
4 - Slightly rotate your Leaf Catcha to slip it under the upper section of downpipe, then slide it into line
and push the unit down onto the lower section of downpipe. Do not glue in place.
5 - If desired, you can paint your rain head to match your downpipes, building or tank.
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1 - Locate the position at which you will be installing your Leaf Catcha rain head. Whether this is directly
under your eave or midway down your downpipe, it must be a minimum of 500mm above your tank inlet
and tank overflow pipe.
2 - Remove a 170mm section of pipe at your desired installation point. Ensure all cut edges are clean and
smooth.
3 - Fit and bracket the pipe to the wall.
4 - Place the mesh screen in your Leaf Catcha, snapping the screen under the rear retaining ledge first,
then under the front and side ledges.
5 - Slightly rotate your Leaf Catcha to slip it under the upper section of downpipe, then slide it into line
and push the unit down onto the lower section of downpipe. Do not glue in place.
6 - If desired, you can paint your rain head to match your downpipes, building or tank.
EAVE & “MID” MOUNT
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Product Specifications
Leaf Catcha Round
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All dimensions are in mm unless otherwise stated.
Country
Code
A
B
C
D
E
Australia
RHLC20
90 IP
280
220
28
185
100 IP
280
220
28
185
RHLC25
100x50 IP
280
270
50
185
RHLC26
100x75 IP
280
270
50
185
UK
RHLC20
110 IP
280
220
28
185
South Africa
RHLC320
80 F
280
245
20
185
110 IP
280
220
28
185
Europe
RHLC620
75 F
280
244
20
185
90 IP
280
220
28
185
India
RHLC20
90 IP
280
220
28
185
110 IP
280
220
28
185
SIDE VIEW
TOP VIEW
FRONT VIEW
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?
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
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Maintenance
For best performance, check and empty your Leaf Catcha rain head on a regular basis.
To clean, simply lift your Leaf Catcha up, rotate it slightly, slide it out of the downpipe and empty any captured
leaves and debris. Hose or brush the mosquito-proof screen clean, then re- fit it and re-insert your rain head
into the downpipe.
COMPLIANCE
AS/NZS 3500.3:2003 Plumbing and Drainage
– Stormwater Drainage
Australian Standard AS/NZS
4020:2005 (Testing of products for
use in contact with drinking water)
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
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