Maintenance
• To clean the pump:
Unplug from electrical outlet. Remove it from the base of the fountain. Use a small brush or stream of water to remove any debris (Fig 8).
• To keep water clean:
Periodically change water and clean the product according to the water condition. Keeping the water clean prevents the water from becoming sticky and forming
• To clean off hard water deposits on the base or rocks:
Soak the container and rocks in a mixture of vinegar and water to clean and remove any mineral
• Keeping the water at an optimum level:
Add water periodically to keep water level at an optimum level to avoid shortening the life of the pump.
NOTE: Never let the pump run dry, as this will shorten the life of the pump.
• Fountain Storage
Unplug the fountain from the electrical outlet, empty the water, and store rocks and fountain in a dry, cool place.
Figure 8
Tubing
Housing
Impeller
Pump Inlet
Front Plate
Suction Feet
Flow Control Lever
Caution:
All servicing of this fountain must be performed by authorized HoMedics service personnel only.
Attention:
In order to get best results, please operate pump completely submerged. Keep the water level above the minimum water level ALL THE TIME.
Troubleshooting
• If the pump fails to operate, check the following:
Check the circuit breaker, or try a different outlet to make sure the pump is getting electrical power. NOTE: Always disconnect from electrical outlet before handling the pump.
Check the pump discharge and tubing for kinks and obstructions. Algae build up can be flushed out with a garden hose.
Remove the pump inlet to access the impeller area. Turn the rotor to ensure it is not broken or jammed.
Monthly maintenance will add to your pump’s life.
NOTE: Ensure that the electrical cord loops below the elec- trical outlet to form a ‘Drip Loop’. This will prevent water from running down the cord into the electrical outlet.
• If the pump gurgles, spews, or “burps”:
Check the water level to make sure the pump has enough water to function.
• Obtaining a desired water level:
Check the water level daily the first week to measure the rate of evaporation; refill with water as needed.
• If water is splashing outside the fountain:
Rocks that are hit by water and also touch the edge of the base will cause water to splash outside of the base and con- tribute to the splash factor. Expect some splash to occur as you get the rocks organized.
If splash continues, adjust the flow control valve to a lower setting, and/or rearrange the river rocks by moving them away from the edge of the base.
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