00-15062-00 REV B1
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INSTALLATION GUIDELINE
Fiberstars Lighted Rain Waterfalls are designed to provide single rows of water
and project them away from the falls lip at a 45 degree angle. The rows of water simulate
the sound and effect of rain falling into the pool creating a unique and pleasant sound for
you. The minimum water flow is between 5 and 8 GPM (gallons per minute). Keep in
mind that as you increase the GPM flow rate the further out the “rain” fall will extend
from wall of the pool. The Fiberstars Lighted Rain Waterfall must be installed with lip of
the fall extending a minimum of 2” from the wall. Notch the beam for inclusion of the
fiber and water connections.
PLUMBING
The Fiberstars Lighted Rain Waterfalls water supply line should be 1 ½ PVC SCH 40
pipe. A three way valve should be installed at the equipment pad to regulate the water
flow to achieve the minimum specified flow rate. A rock trap is included with this fall
and should be installed in a horizontal position with the debris trap pointing down. Place
the rock trap as close to the fall as possible. Most important,
MAKE SURE THAT THE
ROCK TRAP IS INSTALLED WITH THE FLOW ARROW POINTING
TOWARDS THE FIBERSTARS LIGHTED RAINFALL.
FIBER INSTALLATION
The Fiberstars Light Rain Waterfalls include 45 ft of pre-attached fiber. On the 12”, 18”
and 24” falls they utilize a 50 strand fiber cable. On the 36” and 48” fall 100 strands are
pre-attached. A 1” conduit is required for the fiber optic cable which should be run from
the fall to the illuminator location. Install the fiber optic cable into the illuminator per the
directions included with the illuminator. Use only sweep elbows or heat-bent PVC to
maintain a 2” radius on all conduit connections.
PAINTING/FIBER TRIMMING
All Fiberstars Lighted Rain Waterfalls come with fiber extended from the fall
approximately 2”. This allows for the painting of the fall after installation to better match
the pool environment. After painting or if not painting, please cut the fiber flush with the
fall. It is not necessary to use a hot knife to do this. If one or more of the fibers might
already be flush and you wish to paint, please cover the fiber hole with a small piece of
tape, etc. before painting. This will prevent the paint from obstructing the light output.
START-UP
After the pool is complete and filled with water, the Fiberstars Lighted Rain Waterfall is
ready to be used. Make sure the opening is clear of debris and turn on the water supply
pump. Slowly open the 3 way valve until the air is purged and water begins to flow from
the fall. Adjust flow to achieve your desired effect.
WINTERIZING
The plumbing should be installed to allow water to drain easily from the system. Blow
lines out and winterize pool as usual.
