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IMPORTANT SAFETY 

INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING

 - When using electric appliances, basic 

precautions should always be followed, including the following:

1) Read all the instructions before using appliance.

2) To reduce the risk of injury, close supervision is necessary when  

    an appliance is used near children. 

3) Only use attachments recommended or sold by the  

    

    manufacturer.

4) Do not use outdoors. FOR INDOOR USE ONLY.

5) Do not unplug by pulling on the cord. To unplug, grasp the plug,  

    not the cord.

6) Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug, or  

    after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in   

    any manner. Return appliance to the nearest authorized        

    service facility for examination, repair, or electrical or mechanical  

    adjustment.

7) For a portable appliance - To reduce the risk of electrical shock, 

    do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be pulled into

    a tub or sink. 

8) Always unplug any appliance when not in use, before putting on  

    or taking off parts, and before cleaning.  Never yank a cord to  

    remove from the outlet.

SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS 

INSTRUCTIONS PERTAINING TO; 

RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK OR 

HARM TO PERSONS

Summary of Contents for Big-Dog

Page 1: ... the plug not the cord 6 Do not operate any appliance with a damaged cord or plug or after the appliance malfunctions or is dropped or damaged in any manner Return appliance to the nearest authorized service facility for examination repair or electrical or mechanical adjustment 7 For a portable appliance To reduce the risk of electrical shock do not place or store appliance where it can fall or be...

Page 2: ...oove at the front move it back one groove RINSING the filter before use will help remove any loose bits of charcoal which are harmless 3 Place the fountain in the desired location before adding the reservoir The use of a protective surface is recommended when placing on carpet or hardwood floors 4 Fill both the bowl and the fountain housing with water only until the water reaches the fill level in...

Page 3: ...e the cord and create a hazard 6 Fill the reservoir with water 7 Check the lid to make sure the black O ring is in place then screw the lid onto the container 8 Hold the container over the reservoir base of the fountain Quickly turn the reservoir upside down and place the lid s spout into the reservoir base Fig 4 9 Set the desired flow rate with the flow control knob which is next to the ramp in t...

Page 4: ...reed when the housing is removed 7 Remove motor from fountain see motor cleaning instructions 8 Hand wash the rest of the fountain parts with a mild detergent and rinse well If your dishwasher runs too hot the plastic may be damaged The reservoir is not dishwasher safe CLEANING The Fountain Must Be Cleaned To Continue Working Normally FOUNTAIN FILTERS 4 1 Filters should be changed every four to si...

Page 5: ...sh it out from the bowl side NOTE To make removal easier place a light coat of petroleum jelly around the rubber O ring before reinstalling 4 Carefully lift the white impeller out of the motor Remove any hair tangled around it and wash it with the rest of the parts 5 Pour soapy water down into the inner cavity of the motor and scrub with a small round bristle brush or cotton swab Rinse well and re...

Page 6: ...6 STATOR 5 Hold these parts in place with one hand while attaching the housing with the other hand Fig 11 Attach the housing by just sliding the cutout in the wall of the housing down IN BETWEEN the control knob and the stator Fig 12 6 The housing will click into place when the tabs on its sides enter the slots in the bowl There is an alignment peg in the bowl for stability which will automaticall...

Page 7: ...e white mineral deposits on or down inside the motor This may eventually prevent the impeller from turning properly To avoid having to replace the motor A Clean the motor more frequently than you have in the past or B Clean with a vinegar solution and let the solution soak for several minutes down inside the cavity or C Use bottled water When being introduced to the Drinkwell Big Dog Fountain your...

Page 8: ...o avoid the possibility of the plug or outlet getting wet the outlet should always be above the level of the Fountain Examine this appliance after installation It should not be plugged in if there is water on the cord or plug Do not operate any appliance if it has a damaged cord or plug or if it is malfunctioning or has been damaged If an extension cord is necessary a cord with a proper rating sho...

Page 9: ... or email Veterinary Ventures Inc P O Box 19717 Reno NV 89511 866 322 2530 toll free 775 322 2530 outside the U S info petfountain com This warranty does not cover damage from accident misuse or abuse It also specifically excludes incidental or consequential damages as allowed by law Loss of function as a result of lack of cleaning debris or mineralization from Hard water does not qualify under th...

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