If you rely on a yard hydrant for much-needed irrigation, installing a Woodford freezeless yard hydrant will ensure uninterrupted access to water. A freezeless yard hydrant can ensure that this critical resource is there when you need it whether taking care of farms, ranches, or livestock. Woodford is a name known and trusted for reliable and durable yard hydrants. Following some simple steps can help you correctly install a Woodford freezes yard hydrant.
First, dig a hole where you plan to install your yard hydrant, approximately 2 feet in diameter and deeper than the bury depth.
Flush out the supply line before connecting to the hydrant to clear any gravel or debris.
Install your Woodford yard hydrant and make sure the drain hole is under the frost line. Use a wrench to tighten the supply line fitting and valve body without overtightening.
Use extra support in the bottom of the pit, such as rebar or pipe, if the supply line does not support the hydrant.
Check for leaks in the hydrant connection by turning the water on the floor and filling the excavation.
Make the necessary adjustments so that water drains from the hydrant drain hole each time the hydrant is closed.
Use a 1/8 inch copper drain tubing if installing inside a structure or a concrete driveway. Water draining from the hydrant will surface and cause damage or muddy spots if the remote piping drain field is not installed.
In areas that tend to have standing water, a larger drain field may be required. If the ground is saturated in the hydrant drain field, it could freeze, preventing the hydrant from draining fully and causing damage.
To provide credit drainage, fill the pit up to approximately 3 inches above the brass drain valve body with a half-inch of gravel.
See the hydrant installation instructions from Woodford, and check out the Woodford Y34 IOWA® yard hydrant, the most well-known yard hydrant for reliable water flow in subzero conditions.
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