
OJAI FOUNTAIN OWNER’S MANUAL
GENERAL FOUNTAIN TIPS ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
Do not repair or replace any part of your fountain.
Have a qualified technician perform all service. Any
repairs made by a non-approved service technician
will void your warranty.
FOUNTAIN CLEANING
& MAINTENANCE
We recommend replacing the water and cleaning
the fountain at least once a year using a damp
cloth or sponge. Avoid using any cleaners as they
may contain chemicals or color that could cause
discoloration. Ideally, this process should be done
prior to the winter months, as the water would need
to be removed anyway. Use the pump to remove the
majority of water and disassemble fountain to drain
any remaining in the water basin. Use a soft cloth to
dry water plate, water ring and water basin or allow
to air dry.
Weather conditions such as sun, rain, wind, salt
water, pollution, freezing temperatures and a host of
others can degrade the finish over time. We strongly
recommend using an outdoor cover. In seaside
locations, we recommend a regular routine cleaning
to rinse away salt deposits.
Before placing a cover on the fountain, make sure
the unit is disconnected from power. Install the cover
securely to prevent wind from blowing it o.
PUMP MAINTENANCE
& TROUBLESHOOTING
Never let the pump run dry. There are no parts that
need lubrication or special maintenance. For general
maintenance or when pump flow rate becomes
visually reduced, follow these steps:
1. Unplug the pump and move to a dry area.
2. Firmly pull pre-filter cage from pump motor.
3. Remove pre-filter foam and wash thoroughly
with water. A clogged foam will significantly
reduce pump flow rate.
4. Remove the impeller cover by turning counter-
clockwise to release the lock. Then pull firmly
away from the pump motor.
5. Carefully remove the impeller assembly.
6. Wash parts with water.
7. Once washed, reassemble the pump.
Cleaning frequency will depend on the conditions
under which pump is used.
WINTER CARE
Fountains are frost-resistant up to -4°F (-20°C)
but the pump must be removed from the fountain
during freezing temperatures. If the fountain must
be left outside and temperatures drop below
-4°F (-20°C):
1. Drain water from fountain following tips in the
Fountain Cleaning & Maintenance section.
2. Remove pump for storage indoors. When
winterizing the pump, submerge in a 5 gallon
bucket of water. This will allow the seals to stay
wet and avoid cracking from drying out. Store
in a place where water will not freeze.
3. Raise fountain base from ground with wood strips
so that base will not freeze to the ground surface.
4. Use an outdoor cover or wrap the fountain with
burlap (or other absorbent material such as an old
blanket or towel), and cover securely with plastic,
making sure that water will not accumulate in the
basin or other fountain components and freeze.
5. Check fountain periodically to ensure that
the cover or plastic is secure and water is not
accumulating in any fountain component.
Two people are recommended for the installation of this fountain.
Install fountain on a level surface. You will need a properly grounded 110-volt (AC only) GFCI protected
receptacle near the fountain for your pump. Pump is submersible and must be completely under water to
function properly. Test pump and adjust to full output prior to assembly. It is not recommended that fountain
be placed directly on grass or dirt. Position the power cord opening at the base of each fountain toward
the electrical outlet to be used since the pump cord will be threaded through this opening. Assemble your
fountain on a level surface capable of holding a minimum of 315 pounds.
Refer to the Assembly Diagram on pg. 7 for visual reference of completed fountain.
1. Determine location for fountain and make sure area is level. Place fountain bowl in position.
2. Feed the pump cord all the way through the hole in the water basin and run the cord through the channel
in the bottom of the fountain bowl.
3. Fountain pump has already been assembled and connected for your convenience.
4. Fill the water basin with water. It is recommended to use between 8-9 gallons of water to ensure pump is
fully submerged under water. It is important to operate fountain with the suggested water amount. Water
level should be monitored regularly and additional water added as needed.
NOTE: Do not allow pump to run dry as it will cause damage to the pump.
5. Place the water plate on top of the water ring, making sure it sits securely.
6. Fill the trench created between the fountain bowl edge and the water plate with decorative stone or rock.
7. Plug in pump to a 110-volt receptacle. The water might take a couple of seconds to start flowing as the
pressure is adjusted.
8. Use shims to level fountain if water flows out unevenly.
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