Use and Care Manual

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Only apply to the metal exterior. Do not apply it to the glass or slate as this will affect your water
flow.
WATER LEVEL
Always maintain the water level at least ½” 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 bleach, CLR
®
or Lime Away
®
on
any other part of your fountain except the glass or mirror as it will damage the finish.
Pump
Turn off your fountain and remove the pump. Wipe it clean with a sponge or cloth. The inside can be
cleaned by removing the cover. A toothbrush may be used to reach small hard to reach areas. Once
cleaned, return it to the reservoir with clean water. Please bear in mind that the pump, as most other
mechanical devices will need preventative maintenance to avoid possible failures or even breakages due
to improper maintenance. Low water levels, frequently turning the fountain on and off, poor maintenance,
the accumulation of dust, pet dander, algae and calcium can shorten the life span of a pump. Some
components on the pump can be replaced by spare parts that can normally be supplied by Bluworld.
Below are some quick and easy steps that you can take to determine whether or not you have a defective
pump or if the pump has not been maintained:
1. Determine whether or not power is fully applied to the pump.
2. Be sure that the electrical socket is fully grounded.
3. Air may be trapped in the pump. Try turning the unit on and off a few times by unplugging and
plugging it back in.
In the event that the pump is getting the proper power and you are still having challenges with your pump
not working refer to the following list of troubleshooting techniques.