ARLES FOUNTAIN ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
IMPORTANT PLEASE READ
TWO PEOPLE ARE RECOMMENDED FOR
THE INSTALLATION OF THIS FOUNTAIN.
Assemble your fountain on a level surface capable of holding a
minimum of 950 pounds within a 6-square-foot area.
1. Position the basin (FT-218A) where the fountain is to be installed,
ensuring that it is level.
2. Assemble the pump and tubing:
a. Using a hose clamp, attach one end of the 5/8" non-kink tubing
to the pump outlet.
Note: This fountain uses the smaller of the two adapters
secured to the power cord.
b. Place the stopper around the pump cord approximately 6" from
the pump.
3. Feed the pump cord through the hole in the basin (FT-218A).
4. Firmly press the stopper into the hole evenly. Note: Using the
handle of a screwdriver or hammer works best to press the
stopper into place.
5. Attach the other clear end of the 5/8" tubing assembly over pipe
protruding from the bottom of the basin (FT-218A).
6. Place the pump cover (FT-218B) over the pump.
7. Fill the fountain with water. Note: Do not allow pump to run dry, as
it will cause damage to the pump.
GENERAL FOUNTAIN TIPS
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 under
water 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.
WINTER CARE
Fountain bowls/tops and other fountain components that collect
water should not be left outside in the winter, since any component
that fills with water and freezes may crack. Likewise, components
such as pedestals that remain in a basin filled with water may also
crack or crumble if the water freezes. 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. Removing stoppers or drainpipes
prevents water from accumulating in the basin. Compression stoppers
may be left on the pump cord for easier assembly next season.
2. Raise the fountain base off the ground with wood strips, so that the
base will not freeze to the ground surface.
3. Cover or wrap the fountain with burlap or other absorbent material
(an old blanket or towel) and then cover securely with plastic,
making sure that water cannot accumulate in the basin or other
fountain components and freeze.
4. Check periodically to ensure that plastic is secure and water is not
accumulating in any fountain component.
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