
5) Assembling the Unit
a) Lay the fountain power unit on its side near the pond’s edge and connect the power cord using the quick disconnect. Then attach the power cord strain
relief to the lower D-ring on the intake basket. (Fig. 2)
b) Next, lay the fountain in the pond with the discharge facing the shore and install all but one of the float assemblies and secure in place with the locking
pins tethered to the float mount brackets. (Fig. 4)
c) Stand the fountain upright and install the last float assembly.
d) Attach each mooring cable to the upper D-rings on the intake basket. (Fig. 2)
e) If installing with Airmax RGBW LED LakeSeries Light Sets. (Skip to STEP F if not installing with lights)
i) Connect each of the disconnects from the 3-light sets to each of the corresponding leads on the junction box and connect the light power cord to the
quick disconnect on the bottom of the junction box. Be sure to avoid getting water in the disconnects during assembly.
ii) Save winterization caps for use when fountain is removed for the season or during maintenance.
ii) Attach the light power cord strain relief to one of the upper D-rings on the intake assembly. (Fig. 2)
f) Keeping the ends of the mooring cables on the shore, raise the end of the near float assembly until the weight of the fountain is supported by the float
assemblies pointing toward the pond and walk the fountain into the pond until the intake basket no longer rests on the pond bottom.
g) Attach the near mooring cable to an approved mooring stake at the pond’s edge. Ensure the stake is driven securely into the ground. (Airmax Mooring Kits
sold separately)
h) Boat or walk the second mooring cable around to the opposite side of the pond and secure the fountain in place using a second mooring stake.
i) Ensure mooring lines are snug to prevent the fountain from twisting and shifting during operation.
j) To anchor the fountain using blocks or weights, spread the blocks far apart so the mooring lines are snug and the fountain cannot spin from the force of
the motor, which could cause the lines to become tangled.
Contact your local Airmax
Service Center for recommended
annual preventative maintenance
procedures.
Note
A. Maintenance
1) Disconnect ALL power from the fountain and lights before attempting any maintenance.
2) Periodically clean fountain intake screen of debris, algae and/or aquatic weeds.
3) Periodically clean light set lens with a non-abrasive brush and cleaner.
B. Winter Removal & Storage
1) Remove the fountain and lights from the pond before ice begins to form.
2) This is the perfect time to clean or power wash any debris on the unit before storing.
3) It is recommended to disconnect lights from fountain and store in an area above freezing temperatures.
C. Spring Installation Inspection
1) Before re-installing the fountain and lights in the spring, check the condition of the power cord and quick disconnect connectors, and replace any
o-rings that may be cracked or missing.
4. Maintenance & Winter Storage
3. System Installation, cont. ENGLISH
IF FOUNTAIN WILL NOT TURN ON
ISSUE CORRECTION
GFCI Tripped Reset GFCI
Power Cord Cut Repair or replace power cord
Intake plugged Clean intake
Timer not running Check power to timer & battery back up
Not enough water in reservoir Bring water level up to at least 36” at fountain
Fountain impeller stuck Remove fountain, clean or replace impeller
Breaker tripped due to overcurrent Reduce current load on circuit, check other equipment
Breaker tripped to GFCI Check overload and breaker
Fountain power cord wired improperly wired Refer to control panel wiring manual.
IF NOZZLE HAS POOR QUALITY STREAMS
ISSUE CORRECTION
Intake plugged Clean intake
Not enough water in reservoir Bring water level up to at least 36” at fountain
Debris caught in nozzle hole Remove nozzle, clean, replace
Water coming over the float Check fountain float for water
IF FOUNTAIN STARTS AND STOPS
ISSUE CORRECTION
Intake plugged Clean intake
Not enough water in reservoir Bring water level up to minimum depth required
IF STREAMS RAISE AND LOWER
ISSUE CORRECTION
Not enough water in reservoir Bring water level up to minimum depth required
Water coming over the float Check fountain float for water, replace if any
IF FOUNTAIN IS HUMMING - RUNNING
ISSUE CORRECTION
Normal running Nothing
IF FOUNTAIN IS HUMMING - NOT RUNNING
ISSUE CORRECTION
Intake plugged Clean intake
Voltage not high enough for starting Make sure voltage at receptacle is correct
Fountain impeller stuck Remove fountain, clean replace impeller
Bad capacitor(s) Test capacitor(s)/replace capacitor(s)
5. Troubleshooting - Fountain
* If your issue persists or is not covered in the troubleshooting guide above, please contact your Certified Airmax Service Technician to perform any troubleshooting
measures you are uncomfortable or unable to perform yourself. For fountain light set troubleshooting measures, please see the manual included with your light set.
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