Repti Rapids CasCading WateRfall instRuCtions
set-up
1. Open package carefully and remove Repti Rapids Cascading Waterfall.
2. Rinse foamed polyurethane waterfall in warm water.
3.
Turn the flow adjust valve to desired flow
rate (See Fig. 1). Zoo Med recommends
starting at the minimum setting and
adjusting as necessary. Place plastic
tubing on flow adjust valve angling away
from the cord (see Fig. 2).
4. Place pump inside reservoir with cord
leading out. Hold base of tubing between
thumb and forefinger to ensure adjust
valve doesn’t turn, and with your other hand place the other end of the plastic tubing into the hole at the top, rear of
the waterfall. Press down on pump so that the suction cups make firm contact with the bottom of reservoir. (See Fig. 3.)
5. Position Repti Rapids Cascading Waterfall in rear corner of your tank. (See Fig. 4.)
6. Fill reservoir with water. Remember to use
ReptiSafe Instant Terrarium Water Conditioner
to remove chlorine
and chloramines from your tap water to ensure the health of your pet.
7. Plug the pump into your electrical wall socket (preferably with a grounded surge protector) to start the flow of your
Repti Rapids Cascading Waterfall.
8. Enjoy!
Fig. 1
Fig. 2
Fig. 3
Fig. 4
Zoo Med recommends
testing your waterfall
in a basin to insure
that it is set-up and
running properly
before placing it in
your terrarium.
MaintenanCe
Regular cleaning of pump chamber and the impeller is recommended to remove any debris and lime-scale and is necessary to keep the unit in
good working order. Follow these instructions to open and clean the pump:
1. Prior to any work, disconnect all immersed electrical devices from the power source. Remove unit from habitat. Remove the pump from the
reservoir of the waterfall and disconnect the plastic tubing.
2. Insert a hard, flat object (such as a butter knife or pair of scissors) into the slot on the underside of the pump. (See Fig. 5.) While firmly
holding both parts of the pump use the flat object to pry off the end of the pump. Always do this away from your body. NOTE: This now
allows the suction cups to be removed if they need to be replaced. Take care that you don’t loose them while cleaning.
3. After opening the pump, remove the impeller from its chamber by pulling the exposed blue rotor. (See Fig. 6). Use fresh water and a non-
metallic brush or cotton swab to rinse the removable cap of the pump, the impeller and the impeller chamber. If necessary, remove lime-
scale and other debris by leaving the impeller and cap in white vinegar or lemon juice for a few hours. Rinse thoroughly before
reassembling pump.
tRouble-shooting
If the pump fails to work, first check the electrical supply, connections, circuit breaker, etc. If these are correct the pump most likely needs a
thorough cleaning.
Question:
I can hear the pump running but no water is coming out of the spout at the top of the fountain. What’s wrong?
Answer:
Make sure the plastic tubing is properly attached to the pump and to the hole at the top of the fountain. Next check to make sure the
water level is high enough to fully submerge the pump. If this does not correct the problem, the pump should be thoroughly cleaned.
Question:
All the water is running down or spraying out the back of the unit. Why?
Answer:
This happens because the plastic tubing is not entirely in the hole on the upper rear of the waterfall unit. Make sure the plastic tubing is
properly attached to the pump and to the hole at the top of the fountain.
Question:
Water is coming out of the fountain. Why?
Answer:
The water may actually be overflowing if it is too full, or water may be splashing out of the unit if the flow adjust valve on the pump is
set too high. Other than that, the integrity of the foamed urethane base may have been compromised and may now be leaking. If this is the case,
see your pet store to exchange the unit or contact us if it is within the 1 year warranty.
Question:
The pump has gotten very noisy. Why? What can I do about it?
Answer:
If the water does not cover the top of the pump and the flow adjust valve, the pump may be drawing air, causing bubbles in the air
tube. The unit may also need to be cleaned. Regular maintenance is important and should not be neglected. If the unit has been running a long
time without cleaning debris may have now have caused wear on the impeller and its chamber, causing it to spin unevenly and make noise. This
uneven spinning will eventually wear out the pump. You can order replacement parts using the parts order form enclosed.
Always save your receipt. Your Repti Rapids Cascading Waterfall has a 1 year warranty. If your pump should fail, or you have any other problems,
first try returning the unit to your retailer. In the event that your retailer will not return/exchange the unit please contact Zoo Med at (888)
496-6633 and ask for the Customer Service Department. They will help trouble-shoot and direct you regarding how to exchange the unit if
necessary.
Fig. 5
ChaMeleon WaRning:
When using the Repti Rapids Cascading Waterfall with small or delicate reptiles
(such as Old World Chameleons), Zoo Med recommends using rocks, branches, or
any other non-toxic material in the front reservoir to allow your animal
to climb out easily. (This may help prevent any possible drowning.)
IMPEllER
Fig. 6
