Use and Care Manual

WATER LEVEL

Always maintain the water level at least 2” above the water pump but ½” below the hole where the wires

run through. When filling the fountain for the first time, you should be ready to add water to the reservoir

as the fountain begins to circulate the water. The waterfall feature will continuously lose water due to

evaporation which varies depending on the climate, humidity, temperature, etc. The lower the humidity

and the higher the temperature, the faster the water will evaporate. Also, water will evaporate faster in

outdoor fountains as well as larger ones. IT IS IMPERATIVE THAT THE WATER LEVEL BE

MAINTAINED AT ALL TIMES. For the first few months of use, you should monitor the reservoir

periodically to determine the rate of evaporation but remember that can vary as the seasons change. A

dipstick can also be created to help you monitor your water levels if you mark it with safe (high) and low

marks.

If a pump runs dry the following can happen:

• Burned out pump

• Residue sprayed on waterfall surface

• Spraying from manifold delivery system outside of reservoir, possibly even causing damage to

floors and surrounding areas

MANIFOLD DISTRIBUTION BAR (Floor fountains)

The manifold distribution bar is located at the top of the panel and can be seen once the header has been

removed. It should be removed, inspected and cleaned every six months or as needed. You can use a pin,

pipe cleaner or small wire to clean any debris from the holes. A long, narrow brush may also be used to

clean the inside of the pipe. CLR or any other similar product may be used with a soft bristle brush to

remove any mineral deposits that may have developed. DO NOT use CLR or Lime Away on any other

part of your fountain as it will damage the finish.

FILTER

To maximize the lifespan of your filter, be sure to keep the reservoir at the recommended water level.

Remove and thoroughly wash the filter once every three months or as needed.

HARD WATER DEPOSITS

Over a period of time hard water may cause the glass to develop a hazy or cloudy film on its surface.

When the glass is completely dry, take a dry soft cloth and wipe or buff the surface in circular patterns.

You can use any standard glass cleaner, or a solution of vinegar and water, to aid in the cleaning process.

Protec is the only Bluworld approved product to control mineral deposits and should be used

anytime hard water is used in the fountain. See bottle for proper instructions on use. As the water

evaporates and new water is added, the concentration of minerals in the water increases. Eventually, the

concentration will become too great for Protec to work properly. Because of this, the water feature should

be drained every three to four months, or when mineral deposits first appear on the glass or frame.

Note: A glass cleaner only is recommended in the upkeep of the glass surface.

ALGAE GROWTH

You will notice algae by a sour odor and/or slimy substance which can be green, red, black or clear. If this

occurs, remove the rock tray and clean the entire fountain as indicated above. We also recommend that

Fountec be added to the water as directed. Fountec is the only Bluworld approved product to control

algae and is available directly from Bluworld.