4
5
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Switch always on (l)
This mode should be used if you want your water feature to operate during the day with consisten
performance. The battery provides top up power during overcast conditions and will enable the
pump to run on longer into the evening. (See details of performance in various conditions).
Solar runs the pump and supplies some charge to the
battery. Pump performance is maintained when clouds pass
the sun if there is charge in the battery. Pump will only run on
longer if charge has built up in the battery.
Battery will take 2 to
3 days to fully
charge.
Pump will only run when there is sufficient power from the
solar panel. Little or no battery charging occurs so pump
performance is not maintained and does not run on longer.
Battery will take
several days to fully
charge.
No solar power is available, pump will not run and battery will
not charge.
Battery will not
charge.
This mode should be used if you want your battery to charge so that your water feature can be used
regardless of the time of day or weather conditions. The duration of operation will depend on the
weather conditions. Leave your water feature off during the day whilst you are out and switch it on
during the evening when you can enjoy it. Your feature will even work when it is dark provided there
is sufficient charge in the battery. Alternatively leave it off for a number of days to ensure the battery
is fully charged for a special event. The battery has sufficient capacity to run the pump for up to 6
hours without sun (see details below for typical recharge times). Always switch off when not required
to conserve power.
Switch off (O) until required
Battery should full
charge in 1 day.
Solar runs the pump and charges the battery. Pump
performance is maintained when clouds pass the sun. Pump
runs on longer into the evening until battery is flat.
Performance
Weather
ON
OFF
NOTE: Unit is supplied in off (0) position to protect battery, rotate switch to operate
.
This product is designed primarily to operate in summer months but will also work in spring and autumn
provided there is good sunshine. Performance is directly related to the amount and strength of sunlight received.
Position
IMPORTANT!
When reconnecting the pump and panel take care
to ensure that the connectors are water tight. Slightly twist the
connectors when pushing together, ensure the red o-ring
seal remains in it’s groove and it is not displaced.
Important!
Unplug green battery connector (1) and slide out the
battery pack (2). Replace with new battery and reconnect
Ni-MH 4.8V 1000mAh
1
2
Battery Charging
Battery
Rechargeable battery packs become less efficient with repeated charge and discharge cycles. The capacity of
the battery may also reduce over time and you may not acheive the 6 hour operation. If you find that the
battery appears less efficient or does not run as long, we first suggest you try to boost charge it. To do this,
leave off for 3 to 5 sunny days to allow the maximum charge to the battery. We suggest you do this
occassionally anyway to help prolong the battery life. If after this boost charge, your battery still does not
perform to expectations, you should seek a replacement from Customer Service.
Dispose of battery according to local regulations
Position your fountain so that receives direct sunlight. The fountain will NOT work if the solar panel is
in a shaded area.
