# Dual (2) Drains into 1 ReefMat 1200

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#### Basic connection of the RM1200 to the sump.

* You can use the corrugated black pipe that is included with the RM1200 and the adapters that Redsea has included. But be aware that you need to use a 1.5" to 1" PVC adapter for this to work as RedSea only include a 1" PVC connection for the stock plumbing.&#x20;
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#### For higher flow we recommend using 1.5" PVC Pipe plumbed directly into the ReefMat1200 with our included 1.5" to RM adapter.&#x20;

Pre Installation:

1. Find the included 1.5" to RM adapter that we have included with your sump (It may be white or black). &#x20;
2. Connect the adapter to the input of the RM1200 as shown in See FIGURE A.1 below.

<figure><img src="https://2718115937-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FLoYUrb1sSB6RyPx4P7sZ%2Fuploads%2FECiLBKwxSTNw4HjfuZKu%2FRedSeaRM1200_Adapter.jpg?alt=media&#x26;token=48623f88-1230-46f3-a354-2e10b41388f8" alt=""><figcaption><p>FIGURE A.1 - RM1200 shown with 1.5" Adapter installed on input. </p></figcaption></figure>

#### Build the PVC Manifold (See FIGURE A.2 Below)

Here is a list of the parts needed all PVC is 1.5" Sch40:

* [ ] 2 x 1.75" PVC in Length
* [ ] 1 x 2" PVC in Length
* [ ] 1 x 3.25" PVC in Length
* [ ] 1 x 1.5" x 1.5" x 1.5" Sanitary Tee ([Found Here at HomeDepot](https://www.homedepot.com/p/Charlotte-Pipe-1-1-2-in-PVC-DWV-Sanitary-Tee-PVC004000800HD/203393640))
* [ ] 1.5" DWV 90-degree Street Elbow Fitting ([Found Here at HomeDepot](https://www.homedepot.com/p/1-1-2-in-PVC-DWV-90-degree-Street-Elbow-Fitting-PVC003020800HD/203393437))&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://2718115937-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FLoYUrb1sSB6RyPx4P7sZ%2Fuploads%2Fa4GxyPdibdav1sRBSMDk%2FDual%20Drains.png?alt=media&#x26;token=429c70b8-9319-4341-8262-3adb0b9da2f2" alt=""><figcaption><p>FIGURE A.2 - PVC Components needed for Dual Drain Connection</p></figcaption></figure>

Connect the fittings together as seen in Figure A.3 and A.4. You DO NOT need to glue these pieces together.&#x20;

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Once you have the Dual Drain Manifold assembled, you can then attach it to the 2 drain bulkheads located inside the RM72 sump (See FIGURE A.7 below). If you are using only 1 RM1200, You can use either section for the RM1200 and use the other empty section for a refugium or other equipment. If you are using 1 RM1200 only, then you can move on to the Baffle Adjustment section.

If you are using 2 RM1200s, You will make another one of these manifolds and install it in the second chamber of the RM72 Sump.&#x20;

<figure><img src="https://2718115937-files.gitbook.io/~/files/v0/b/gitbook-x-prod.appspot.com/o/spaces%2FLoYUrb1sSB6RyPx4P7sZ%2Fuploads%2FoS73O7kd7dxrHI9uJt2V%2FRM72-Manifold-Connection.png?alt=media&#x26;token=e264e37c-6192-42ff-8d91-87b6c6788a9a" alt=""><figcaption><p>FIGURE A.5 2 Drain Manifold shown with RM Adapter (RM Adapter should have the RM Nut on it as well)</p></figcaption></figure>
