Revised May 24, 2012
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 282 pounds in
approximately a 1.5 square foot area.
3. Position the basin (FT-199C) where the fountain is to be installed, ensuring that it is level.
4. Feed the pump cord all the way through the hole in the basin.
5. Leave enough cord that you can work with the pump, but not so much that it fills the pump well.
6. To ensure a level installation, bring the pump cord out through the channel in the bottom of the basin.
7. See enclosed stopper assembly instructions and complete before continuing.
8. Connect one end of the 8” length of non-kink black tubing to the water outlet of the pump. Tighten with a hose
clamp.
9. Connect the other end of the 8” length of non-kink black tubing to the pipe protruding from the inside of the
basin. Tighten with a hose clamp.
10. Connect one end of the 6” length of non-kink black tubing to the pipe protruding from the top reservoir in the
basin. Tighten with a hose clamp.
11. Connect the other end of the 6” length of non-kink black tubing to the pipe protruding from the bottom of the
water feature (FT-199B). Tighten with a hose clamp.
12. Place the pieces of rebar into the PVC holes on the edge of the basin.
13. Run a small bead of silicone around the reservoir in the basin.
14. Place the water feature on top of the reservoir of the basin ensuring that it is level and that the rebar goes into
the holes of the water feature.
15. Place the copper “T” connector on the pipe protruding up from the top of the water feature, turn it so that it
runs lengthwise in the reservoir and seal the connection with silicone. This will control the water flow.
16. Run a small bead around the bottom of the copper spiller and place it in the spout of the water feature.
17. Place the pour cap (FT-199A) on top of the water feature.
18. Quickly wipe away any excess silicone that oozes from between the components.
19. Fill the basin with approximately 2.5 gallons of water.
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Note – do not allow pump to run dry as it will cause damage to the pump.
20. Place the pump cover plate (FT-199D) into place inside the basin.
WINTER CARE AND GENERAL FOUNTAIN INSTRUCTIONS
- 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. Compression
stoppers may be left on the pump cord for easier assembly next season.
(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.
FT-199 Lucas Fountain
(4 pieces)
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