Assembling & Using Your Product
Unpack all components carefully. Please check to ensure all parts have been
removed from the packaging. There may be some splashing that may occur.
Components:
Fountain Stacked Rock Top
Fountain Base
Submersible Pump
Assembling:
Place the fountain base on a smooth & level surface.
Connect the flexible vinyl tubing to the pump fitting and set into the
bottom of the base
Place the fountain top onto the base
Gently pour water into the fountain, being careful not to overflow and
cause splashing. Make sure the water completely submerges the pump
and the water runs clear during operation. Plug pump cord into your
local power supply & make sure that there is no water around the plug &
always keep the power source in a dry place.
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NOTE: We recommend that you use distilled water to prevent
scale build-up. The first time you operate the pump it can take
up to 5 minutes for the air to be completely expelled and water
begins to flow properly
Trouble Shooting & Caution
If you have any questions and/or problems, please contact the retail store you
purchased this fountain.
If your pump fails to run
Check the circuit breaker or try a different outlet to make sure the pump is
receiving electrical power.
Check the pump discharge and tubing for any kinks and/or obstructions
Any buildup obstructing the water flow can be flushed with a garden hose
Check the rotor by removing the front cover & plate to access the impellor area.
Turn the rotor and make sure that the rotor is not jammed or broken
If your pump “spews”
Check the water level to make sure the pump is completely submerged and
there if enough water in the basin to operate your fountain. Not having enough
water will cause your pump to spew
If your pump is making abnormal loud noises
Disconnect the pump from the electrical power supply and remove the front
cover & plate
Carefully grip the impeller and gently pull the impeller/rotor assembly out of the
pump housing
Rinse the impeller/rotor assembly and clean the cavity with clean water. If
breakage or damage is found, contact your local retailer for part
Fountain Care
We recommend to use Alpine’s all natural cleansing formula to eliminate foam,
lime scale and calcium buildup, fight mineral deposits, leave water crystal clear,
help prevent staining, remove organic contaminants and treat discolored water.
This formula will help prevent pump damage due to hard water build up.
i. For small sized fountains holding water up to 7liters of water, we
recommend Alpine Item # PPL100
ii. For larger sized fountains holding water over 7liters of water, we
recommend Alpine Item # PPL102
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Caution
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Always unplug the pump from the electrical outlet before
cleaning & handling
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Uses with clean water only, do not place the fountain and/or
parts in any other liquid.
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Periodically change water & clean the pump to keep free
from micro-organisms
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Disconnect and store the unit in a dry place if not in use for
an extended period of time
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Do not operate with water above 90
°F or 30°C
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Do not lift, carry or pull the pump by the power cord
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Do not exceed the maximum voltage & wattage on
transformer
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NEVER LET THE PUMP RUN DRY
