Instructions:

• Remove screen with a screwdriver. Locate the hardware kit inside (brass spigot and plumber's tape). Reattach screen.
• Wrap the tape around the threaded end of the spigot in a counterclockwise direction.
• Select and appropriate house downspout for use.
• If you are using a rain diverter, go to step 6. Position the barrel next to the downspout. If your barrel will be on a stand or somehow elevated, be sure that it is raised to its final assembled height before the step below.
• Mark a point on the downspout 4 inches (101mm) above the screen.
• Carefully cut your downspout at your mark or according to rain diverter instructions. Move the base back against the wall, keeping it level or slightly pitched forward.
• Enjoy pure fresh rain water!

Reminders:

• Remove debris that accumulates on the screen.
• Rinse out the barrel before and after storing.
• Drain the barrel completely if temperatures are to drop below freezing.
• Pressure will decrease as the barrel drains. If the flow is minimal and the barrel is more than halfway full, remove the spigot and check for debris inside the barrel.
• Water is not potable. If you intend to use collected rain water for drinking, be sure to follow proper sanitization procedures.
• Attach a soaker hose to conveniently water plants.
• Use a pump attachment to increase pressure regardless of water level.
• Due to certain environmental conditions, you may notice a slight bulge in the rain barrel. This bulge does not affect the integrity of the rain barrel.