Thumb of Michigan | Doug61 - 4/7/2024 10:11
I understand DP works like a freeze proof hydrant. My tank type waterers collect all sorts of materials from cattle by backwash, be it hay, grain and even hair.
What mechanism or cleaning process does a DP use to prevent these materials from clogging the drain process that make a DP freeze proof?
Screen on top under flap that gets pushed down for water flow. Remove flap, via 4 stainless steel screws, clean hay off, if needed remove screen (screw in middle).
The on/off of the water is like a frost-free hydrant, below grade. So, it takes a second or two for water to come up as flap is pushed down and a couple of seconds to drain back down when flap is released. You need to install similar to a frost-free hydrant, with a drain/seepage bed at bottom.
Edit:
https://dpwaterer.com/horse-waterer-installation-instructions/
https://dpwaterer.com/how-drinking-post-waterer-works/
Edited by r82230 4/7/2024 14:11
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