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STOCKBOSS’s energy-free in ground watering system allows livestock producers to eliminate direct livestock access to streams and dugouts, improve riparian area management and enables modern rotational grazing practices. Watering systems available in different sizes & combinations to service 1 – 200+ head.

Installation Video

Step One

Complete the digging of your trench at 6’8” deep. During installation, ensure the stability of the trench walls as necessary.
See http://work.alberta.ca/documents/WHS-LEG_ohsc_p32.pdf for guidance.

Your STOCKBOSS will then sit 20” above the ground level, measuring from the top of the drinking bowl.
This is the recommended height for cattle and horses.

NOTE! For smaller livestock such as sheep, the STOCKBOSS can be installed deeper

IMPORTANT NOTE! Open & close the “shut off valve” before and after installation of brass fitting (prior to burying in the ground)

Step Two

Remove StockBoss float tube lid by removing shipping screws

Important Note: Open & close the “shut off valve” before and after installation of brass fitting (prior to burying in the ground)

Step Three

Screw in the BRASS ELBOW at bottom of the waterer, at a downward facing 45 degree angle.
To prevent internal plumbing components from turning during tightening of the elbow, secure the fitting on the waterer with a wrench while tightening.

NOTE! You can tape the fitting shut to prevent soil and debris from collecting inside the elbow

CAUTION: Ensure the fitting on the waterer does NOT turn

Step Four

Secure a suitable rope or cable around top of the StockBoss, then lower down into the trench on a level bed.

NOTE! the STOCKBOSS weighs approximately 400 lbs. (180 kg)

Step Five

Once the STOCKBOSS is firmly placed on the bed of the trench, attach your black poly pipe supply line to the BRASS ELBOW. Use a hose clamp (not supplied) to fasten securely.

Energy Free Cattle Waterers Installation Manual

NOTE! If using high density hose or larger diameter hose a short flexible hose may be required

Step Six

Install Float Assembly in the float column, install the standpipe, put a small amount of grease or Vaseline on the “0” ring on the pitless, then slide pitless into place & attach float assembly. If the standpipe has already been installed (by the mfg.), apply gentle downward pressure to the standpipe to ensure it is securely seated in the pitless

Energy Free Cattle Waterer Installation

NOTE! Checking for alignment – if your standpipe is NOT pointing vertical – then turn fitting at bottom of waterer with your wrench until it is vertical.

NOTE! ensure the float valve assembly is centered

Step Seven

With the water supply line securely attached and the standpipe in vertical position – proceed to level and back fill. Use SAND as fill for the initial 3 feet and then fill the trench with the initial dirt that had been removed.

NOTE! Continually ensure the waterer is level during backfilling

NOTE! Sand is ideal as it sifts and packs firmly around the bottom of the unit. It is also preferred as large chunks of soil & debris could cause collapse of the hoses

Step Eight

Remove the shipping screws from the DRINKING BASKETS and place hold-down weights into baskets to prevent them floating up. Rocks are recommended and work great.

Step Nine

After the water supply is turned on to the waterer. Turn the water on for the waterer by turning the steel rod located on top of the unit one quarter turn with the STOCKBOSS Valve Tool ( available for purchase on the parts list )

Step Ten

Set the float to the desired water level.

Energy Free Cattle Waterers Installation Guide

Tips

To install/remove the tight fitting lid: use a rubber hammer and tap in the desired direction

NOTE! the lid TURNS ON

To prevent ice crystals from forming in the float area – add one gallon of mineral oil (available for purchase on the web site) to float valve compartment

To keep water fresh & clean – remove basket – pump out the waterer & replace basket (recommended yearly)

CAUTION: DO NOT DROP THE WATERER

Description

54110028

Built-in hold downs. New, non-siphoning BL water valve for up to 55 PSI. Fully assembled and ready to install. Poly Earth Tubes (purchased separately) recommended for operation in freezing weather. 20 animal capacity minimum.

Built in hold downs
Non-siphoning MC water valve features fast, consistent fill, use with pressure lines from 25-55 p.s.i.
- Additional pressure regulator required for pressures above 55 p.s.i.
Removable drain plugs and accessible covers
Fully assembled, ready to install
To ensure proper operation in cold weather, it is recommended that each unit be installed with the Poly Earth Tube (purchased separately)
For optimal performance install in shaded area in hot climates

*Warranty Note: Five year limited warranty on the body and one year limited warranty on valves and controls

How they work:

Heavy foam insulation keeps water at the perfect temperature, regardless of conditions. Ground water enters the unit between 48ºF and 56ºF, where it remains until the waterer is opened by the animal. As the animal drinks, new water enters through the automatic valve and mixes with the water already in the waterer, so it is constantly replenished and prevented from freezing. The water in the waterer is kept in the dark, which prevents algae growth.

When the waterer is not in use, an optional Shut-Off Valve Kit prevents water from entering and drains the waterline to prevent freeze up.

Energy -Free Waterer float balls push down effortlessly, requiring half the pressure of competitors’ float balls, so even calves, sheep and other small animals can drink easily.

Behlen Country products are only sold through authorized dealers. Contact your local dealer for pricing.