Bernini Calcata User manual

CalCata Fountain
Owner’s Manual

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Bernini™ Fountain on the next page. Please note, images of
parts are not to scale with one another.

Contents
1 Step 1: Base and Large Bowl
2 Bowl Locking System
4 Step 2: Fountain Bowl Installation
7 Step 3: Plugging In e Fountain
8 Plugging In e Fountain
10 Inserting Fountain Compartment Door
10 Removing e Fountain Compartment Door
11 Step 4: Setting Up Your Fountain
12 Fill Your Fountain
12 Operating Your Fountain
14 Troubleshooting and Maintenance
14 Cleaning Your Fountain
14 Cold Storage
15 Cleaning e Water Pump’s Parts
15 Water Pump Air Filters
15 Water Pump Impeller
16 Priming the Water Pump
17 Using Leveling Shims
17 Weighing Down Your Fountain
18 Water Pump Connection
18 Troubleshooting Guide

Base
Connection Port
Compartment
Door
Fountain Tier with
Water Tubes
Plate
Large Bowl
Parts to your new
Bernini™Fountain:
Power Cords &
Plugs
Leveling Shim Connection Port
Electrical Plug
Connection 3-Port
Cord Splitter
Water Pumps X3

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Parts to your new
Bernini™Fountain: Step 1:
Base &
Large Bowl
You will need:
Step 1:
Base Large Bowl
Step 1:

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Step1: Make sure to
place the Base of your
Fountain on a at, rm
surface.
Step 3: Turn the Large
Bowl a quarter turn clock-
wise to lock it into place.
Step 2: Apply downward
pressure by stepping on the
edge of the Base to prevent it
from turning.
Align and connect the Large
Bowl to the Base.
Note: You will notice that there are two dierent sized tabs on the bottom of the Large Bowl
and there are two corresponding grooves in the top of the Base. These tabs t together and
lock when turned clockwise.
Bottom of large bowl Top of base
Bowl Locking System
A look at how the bowl locking system works on your Fountain.

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STOP!
At this point, your fountain should look like the im-
age below. Go to the next page for the next step
to setup your new Bernini™ Fountain.

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You will need:
Step 2:
Fountain Bowl
Installation
Fountain Tier with
Water Tubes
Assembled Base
& Large Bowl
Plate

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Step 1: Feed the Water Pump cord down
the pipe. The cord will be connected to the
Connection Port at a later step.
In the next step you will be installing the
plate and fountain tier with Water Tubes
onto the top of the Large Bowl.
Step 4: Connect the three
(3) rubber tubes from the
Fountain Tier with Wa-
ter Tubes to the three (3)
pumps.
NOTE: If the 3 tubes are sti
or dicult to work with sub-
merge them in not water for
a few minutes this will make
them more pliable.
Step 2: If the cables slip out
of the rubber stopper, you
can press the cables into the
slot in the side of the rubber
stopper. Maneuver the cord
to t snugly inside the hole
that is located in the center
of the rubber stopper.
If you are having trouble
pressing the plug into the
pipe, you can rub a small
amount of soapy water
on the plug to help it slide
into place.
Step 3: Plug the three (3)
pumps to the three (3) ends
of the power cords (To
ensure that you have a good
seal, make sure the plug ts
snugly as pictured above).

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Step 5: Place Water Pumps into Large Bowl
ensuring they sit on the bottom of the bowl
(for water ow).
Step 6: Align notch of top tier with notch
cutout on Fountain Plater.
STOP!
At this point, your Fountain should look like
the image on the left. Go to the next page
for the next step to setup your new
Bernini™ Fountain.

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You will need:
Step 3:
Plugging In
The Fountain
Fountain
assembled
Connection Port
Door
Power Cords &
Plugs
Connection Port
Electrical Plug

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Plugging In The Fountain
Step 2: Using the cords from inside the Fountain Base
and the cords from the Connection Port, connect the color
coded cords to their corresponding connectors.
Use Diagram 1 for a more in depth explanation on
connecting the Electrical Connector.
Step 3: Place your Connection Port inside the
designated angled area located at the back of your
Fountain Base. (Diagram 2)
Step 1: In the open Fountain Base, you will see two cords
hanging down that you must connect to the Connection
Port.
If you do not see the two cables inside the Fountain
Base, reach up into the Fountain Base and gently pull them
down until they are hanging inside the Base Compartment.
NOTE: USE CAUTION WHEN REACHING FOR CABLES
AND PLACING CONNECTION PORT INSIDE THE
FOUNTAIN BASE, DUE TO THE MANUFACTURING
PROCESS THERE MIGHT BE SHARP EDGES.

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Plugging In The Fountain (Cont.)
Step 4: Ensuring that the three prongs on the
Power Cord and the three holes on the Electrical
Plug are lined up, screw together the Power
Cord and the Electrical Plug, and then plug into
any electrical outlet of your choice.
Diagram 1.
Electrical
Connector
Connection Port
Black
Blue
Grey
Blue
(ABCD Button)
Grey
(Power)
Black
(Water Pump)
AA
BB
CC
Diagram 2.
ELECTRICAL
CONNECTOR

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Step 1: Start by lining up the
notch on the bottom of the
Fountain Base Door with the
notch in the bottom of the
Fountain Base opening.
NOTE: Ensure the Power Cord is placed in the notch on the Fountain Base Door (arrow) prior to
closing. Make sure not to pinch the cord.
Step 1: Carefully disconnect
the Fountain Base Door from
the Fountain Base by gently
pulling outward from the top.
Step 2: Push the Fountain
Base Door in toward the
Fountain Base. You will know
it is in position when the
magnet locks the door in
place.
Step 2: Then, pull the
Fountain Base Door up
and out to remove from the
Fountain Base.
Once the Fountain Base Door is
in place, you may notice a small
notch in the bottom left corner of
the Fountain Base Door. This is
for the Power Cord.
DO NOT OVER EXTEND THE
FOUNTAIN BASE DOOR BY
PULLING DOWN!
This may cause damage to
your new Bernini™ Fountain.
Inserting the Fountain Base Door
After you have connected the cables inside your Fountain to the Connection Port, you
should then place the Fountain Base Door on the Base of the Fountain.
STOP!
At this point, your fountain should look like the
image on the left. Go to the next page for the next
step to setup your new Bernini™ Fountain.
Removing the Fountain Compartment Door

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You will need:
Setting
Up Your
Fountain
Step 4:
Fountain Assembled
Water To
Fill Your
Fountain

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Fill Your Fountain
Fill the Fountain Tier until water pours over the spouts. Then ll the Large Bowl
until the water is about 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from the top of the bowl.
After you have lled your Fountain, grab both sides of the Large Bowl and
quickly shake your Fountain for ten seconds. This is to dislodge any air bubbles
that may be caught in your Water Pump. Press the C button once to turn your
Fountain on. Water should be owing from the top of your fountain. If water is
not owing, press the C button once more to turn your Fountain o, and repeat
the step above.
IF YOUR FOUNTAIN IS MAKING A LOUD NOISE, DON’T PANIC!
This just means that there are air bubbles stuck in the Water Pump. Your
pump will not be harmed and you can easily x this issue. You can try priming
the Fountain again by repeating the steps above however, if the problem still
persists, refer to the “Priming The Water Pump” section of this manual for
instructions on how to prime the Water Pump.
Operating Your Fountain
The on-board control panel is located towards the top of the base, just below
the Large Bowl. See the diagram below to see how the all-new on-board con-
trols work for your Bernini™ Fountain.
Fountain Pattern
Control
Manual On/O
Status Light
1-4 Hour Timer
This Feature Is
Not Used On
This Model.
BUTTON DESCRIPTION
A (Manual On/O)
Turns the fountain on and o without any timer. Can be used when
extended run times are desired.
Note: Fountain will run until the battery loses its charge.

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BUTTON DESCRIPTION
B(1-4 Hour Timer)
Runs the fountain for 1-4 hours with automatic shut o.
One hour operation: press the A button once for your fountain to
turn on with an automatic shut-o after one hour of operation.
Two hour operation: press the A button twice and your fountain
will automatically shut-o after two hours of operation.
Three hour operation: press the B button three times and your
fountain will automatically shut-o after three hours of operation
and repeat daily at the same time.
Four hour operation: press the B button four times and your
fountain will automatically shut-o after four hours of operation and
repeat daily at the same time.
How To Use This Function:
1. Select the amount of time you would like the fountain to run
by pressing the B button one, two, three or four times.
2. Your fountain will then run for the selected amount of time
and at the end of the selected duration it will automatically
turn o. Then your fountain will automatically turn on at the
same time the next day for the run time duration you selected.
3. At the end of the desired interval, your fountain will automatically
turn o.
BUTTON DESCRIPTION
C(Fountain Pattern
Control)
Push the button to scroll through the 5 dierent water show
patterns.
How To Use This Function:
1. All pumps on full power.
2. All pumps on half power.
3. Random Dancing Water actions.
4. Random Dancing Water actions.
5. Random Dancing Water actions.
Example: If you want to set the pattern number 3 in your
fountain just click the C button 3 times.
DThis feature is not used on this model.
Status Light Status light will blink for the number hours you have selected
when using the timer functions (buttons A and B).

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You can now try your Bernini™ Fountain to see if everything is
working correctly! Turn your Fountain on and if you see water
owing from the outlet in the middle of the Fountain Tier, go to
the next page and select one of the many decorative options for
your fountain. If water is not owing, refer to the “Priming The
Water Pump” section of this manual for instructions on how
to prime the Water Pump.
STOP!
Cleaning your Fountain
In order to keep your Fountain in tip-top shape and free of algae, you should
clean your Fountain every two months. To clean your Fountain, drain of all
water and disassemble. Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to clean the parts of
your Bernini™ Fountain. Your Fountain Bowl will form a natural patina nish
which with time may appear lighter or whiter than the original color. This is
normal. DO NOT SCRUB YOUR FOUNTAIN, AS THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE
TO THE FINISH OF YOUR BERNINI™ FOUNTAIN.
Cold Storage
Drain the water from fountain prior to the rst freeze of the season. Clean and
dry the fountain of all water. Remove the Connection Port and Water Pumps
and bring it indoors. (Now is a great time to clean the pumps to remove any
debris that may have accumulated throughout the year) Store in a warm dry
area.
Troubleshooting and Maintenance

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Cleaning the Water Pump’s Parts
Water Pump Air Filters
After about six weeks of usage, you may want to clean the Water Pump’s lter and
impeller to keep your Bernini™ Fountain in tip-top shape.
Water Pump Impeller
The impeller inside of the Water
Pump is what pushes water up
through your fountain, allow-
ing you to enjoy the soothing
sounds and wonderful sights of
your Bernini™ Fountain. After
long periods of usage, this
part will need to be cleaned to
make sure your fountain runs
optimally.
Step 1: Remove the
front of the Water
Pump by grabbing
the sides of the front
panel and pull it o
the unit.
Step 2: Remove the
impeller chamber
cover. This is tightly
tted on to the impel-
ler chamber, but will
come o.
Step 3: Remove
the impeller from its
chamber.
Step 4: Rinse the
impeller until all debris
has been removed.
Then replace the
impeller in the impeller
chamber, put the
impeller chamber back
on and then replace the
pump’s front panel.
Begin by disconnecting the
pump from the Fountain Tier.
Step 1: Remove the front of
the Water Pump by grabbing
the sides of the front panel
and pull it o the unit.
Step 2: Pull the water
pump lter from the front
panel.
Step 3: Wash the lters
under running water until
debris has been removed.
Then replace the lters
and pump’s front cover.
Please Note: If pump is
bubbling and or water is
not owing or not ow-
ing properly, check that
the water pump impeller
chamber cover is pressed
on all the way.

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Step 1: Submerge the Water
Pump(s) into the water inside the
Large Bowl and lightly shake the
pump(s) underwater to release
air bubbles inside the vents on
the Water Pump(s).
Step 2: Turn the Fountain
on and you should see water
owing from the pump(s). Let
the pump(s) run for about ten
seconds and then turn your
Fountain o.
Step 3: Reconnect the Water
Pump(s) to the feeder tube
inside the fountain bowl and
reattach the Fountain Tier to the
Large Bowl.
Is your fountain making a loud noise or
do you not see water owing?
Try Priming the Water Pump(s)
If you nd the water pump(s) is running, but water is not owing from your foun-
tain, or you hear a loud grinding noise coming from your fountain, not to worry,
you can try priming the water pump(s):
Begin by turning your fountain o. Firmly grasp onto the
two sides of the large bowl. Agitate the water by quickly
shaking the fountain back and forth for about ve sec-
onds. Stabilize your fountain and press the
C Button to turn your fountain On.
If the problem still persists, repeat previous step 2 - 3
times. This helps dislodge any air bubbles in your
pump(s) that may be causing the problem.
If the problem still persists, try the method below:
Before beginning, remove any decorative tops from the fountain tier.
Remove the fountain tier by turning the bowl a quarter turn counter clockwise and then
lift. You can now rest the fountain tier carefully on the bowl of the fountain.
Now detach the water pump(s) from the feeder tubes inside the fountain tier.
When removing the water pump(s), use caution when pulling the pump(s) from the
feeder tube. Pinch the bottom of the feeder tube close to the pump(s) with one
hand and then pull the water pump(s) from the feeder tube with your other hand.