Atlantic Water Gardens Oasis FB2400 - Manual (Page 2)

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Installation
Begin by excavating a hole at least 4 inches larger than the basin and
9½” deep. This depth will leave the Fountain Basin slightly higher than
the ground around it, keeping soil, mulch or gravel from washing in.
Angling the sides of the hole outward slightly will aid in the backfill
process. Set the Fountain Basin on level, undisturbed soil.
Important! Do not dig too deep. The Fountain Basin should be set on
undisturbed earth if possible. In case you do over-dig, be sure to com-
pact the soil thoroughly to prevent settling. The bottom of the hole
must also be level side-to-side and front-to-back (Figure 1).
Add enough water to the Fountain Basin to keep it from shifting during
the backfill process. Use loose soil from the excavation to fill the void
around the perimeter of the basin. Carefully compact the soil around
the basin as you backfill. Over-compacting can distort and/or damage
the Fountain Basin (Figure 2).
Figure 1.
Figure 2.