FT-405 Mari Fountain
Assembly Instructions
Assemble your fountain on a level surface capable of holding a minimum of 20 lbs with an
approximate 1/4 sq. ft. footprint (actual dimensions 5" Diam.).
Step 1 -
Place the adhesive dots provided evenly around the bottom of the basin (FT-405B) to
prevent scratching anything beneath the fountain.
Step 2 -
Position the basin (FT-405B) where the fountain is to be installed, ensuring that it will
be level.
Step 3 -
Assemble the pump kit:
3a - NOTE: Remove any pump adapters already inserted into the pump and do not plug
the pump into the transformer until assembly is complete.
3b -
Insert the smooth end if the Ball-Valve adapter provided with the pump kit into
the pump. Start with the ball-valve adapter turned to 45 degrees. The flow can be
adjusted higher or lower if desired at a later time.
3c -
Using a hose clamp and screwdriver, attach the 1/2" end of the non-kink tubing to the
pump outlet.
3d -
Place one end of the PermaGum putty onto the pump cord approximately about 6"-8"
from the pump.
3e -
Wrap the putty around the cord once. See image “A”
3f -
Place the stopper around the putty. Keep the top edge of the putty and stopper flush.
See image “B”
3g -
Cut off the excess putty so that it is even with the outer edge of the slit.
FT-405B (14 lbs)
8"Diam. x 9"H
A
B
FT-405A (2 lbs)
5"Diam. x 1.5"H
Step 4 -
Feed the pump cord all the way through the hole and the channel in the basin (FT-405B)
to ensure the fountain will be level.
Step 5 -
Firmly press the stopper into the hole while pulling the cord the remainder of the way.
5a -
Use the handle of the screwdriver to press the stopper down as far as possible.
See image “C”
Step 6 -
Fill the basin enough to cover the pump completely with water to check for leaking.
6a -
If leaking occurs…
- Remove the stopper and repeat step 5 again.
- Use some of the excess putty to seal the cord around the top of the stopper.
See image “D”
- Let the fountain dry completely, then use 100% clear silicone to seal around the
pump cord and perimeter of the stopper.
1.
Silicone must set for 24 hours before adding water
Step 7 -
Using a hose clamp and screwdriver, secure the other end of the 1/2" non-kink tubing to
the copper pipe protruding from the bottom of the water feature (FT405A).
Step 8 -
Center the water feature (FT-405A) into basin (FT-405B).
Step 9 -
Connect the pump cord to the transformer.
C
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