Revised March 2, 2018
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Make sure you are assembling your fountain on a level surface.
2. This fountain will need to be installed on a surface capable of holding a minimum of 160 pounds in
approximately a 5 (round basin) to 6 (square basin) square foot area.
3. Position the basin (FGB-1010 or FGB-2010) where the fountain is to be installed, ensuring that it is level.
4. Feed the pump cord through the hole in the basin leaving enough cord length inside basin to work with the
pump outside of the pump cover.
5. To ensure a level installation, bring the pump cord out through the channel in the bottom of the basin.
6. Place the stopper around the pump cord approximately 8”-12” from the pump.
7. Press stopper firmly into the hole of basin.
8. Place the 3/8” copper coupling over one end of the 3” length of copper pipe.
9. Feed the opposite end of the pipe from the coupling down through the hole in the saucer.
10. Place a bead of silicone around the copper pipe on both sides of the saucer to make a water tight seal.
a. Use a wet paper towel to wipe away any excess silicone on the top side of the saucer.
11. Insert the clear ¾” end of the tubing assembly onto the water outlet of the pump.
12. Feed the 5/8” end of the tubing assembly up through the hole in the pump cover and up through the bottom of
the jar.
13. Place the jar on top of the pump cover making sure that it is level.
a. Note – Wedges may be used if necessary to level the jar.
14. Bring the hose up to the top of the jar and secure with a piece of tape for easy access.
a. Note – use a length of string to help bring the hose up to the top of the jar.
15. Place the saucer on top of the jar to determine placement of the silicone.
16. Run a bead of silicone around the top inside edge of the jar.
17. Place a hose clamp over the end of the tubing.
18. Secure the tubing to the bottom of the pipe in the saucer and tighten the hose clamp.
19. Place the saucer down onto the silicone on the jar and press firmly.
20. Use a wet paper towel to spread the silicone out between the jar and the saucer. This is to fill in any gaps
around the saucer. Use the wet paper towel to remove any excess silicone.
21. Allow 24 hours to dry before operating fountain.
22. Fill basin with water with approximately 5 gallons of water.
a. Note – do not allow pump to run dry as it will cause damage to the pump.
- W I N T E R C A R E -
Fountain bowls/tops and other fountain components, which collect water, should not be left outside in the winter since
any component, which fills with water and freezes may crack. Likewise components such as pedestals, which remain
in a basin, filled with water, which then freezes, may also crack or crumble. Ideally, therefore, a fountain should always
be stored indoors or in a dry protected place such as a covered porch away from the elements. However, if a fountain
must be left outside:
(1) Remove pump, rubber stoppers, drainpipes, finials, and other small components for storage indoors. Note
that stoppers or drainpipes are removed to allow drainage in the event water accumulates in any basin.
(2) Raise fountain base from ground with wood strips so that base will not freeze to the ground surface.
(3) Cover or wrap the fountain with burlap or other absorbent material (old blanket or towel) and then cover
securely with plastic, making sure that water will not accumulate in the basin or other fountain component and freeze;
(4) Check fountain periodically to insure that plastic is secure and water is not accumulating in any fountain
component.
- G E N E R A L F O U N T A I N T I P S -
Install fountains on a level surface. You will need a properly grounded 110-volt (AC only) GFCI protected receptacle
near the fountain for your pump. All pumps are submersible and must be completely underwater to function properly.
Test all pumps and adjust to full output prior to assembly. It is not recommended that fountains be placed directly on
grass or dirt. Position the channel opening at the base of each fountain toward the electrical outlet to be used since the
pump cord will be threaded through this opening.
For more Campania product information visit
GF-8XX-1601 Fountain
(3 pieces)
Saucer fits inside top edge of jar.
