3. Setup & Installation, cont.
g) Installing the Airmax
LED Fountain Light Set (sold separately) (Fig. 5)
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i) To attach the light, clip the light into the mounting spot on the float and use the vertical
tension screw to secure the light into place. Continue until all lights are attached. Be
mindful of the different lengths of interconnect cord between lights. The 2-light and
4-light set should be clipped into the inside mounting positions. Note: If installing 8
lights, use small holes in float for mooring lines.
ii) After attaching the Airmax
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to the light kit quick disconnect. Adjust the lights to point to desired direction.
iii) Attach the light set power cord strain relief on to one of the loops underneath the float
mount ring.
h) Pick up the fountain by the float and place into the water. Note: a
minimum of 24" of water is required for proper operation.
i) Tie one side of the mooring rope to a stake and place the stake
securely into the ground.
j) Take the other stake and mooring rope and walk around the pond,
carefully pulling the fountain across the water. Once the fountain
is in position, tie the 2
mooring rope to the 2
nd
securely into the ground.
k) Ensure both mooring ropes are snug to prevent the fountain from
twisting and shifting during operation.
C. Operating the EcoSeries™ Floating Fountain for the First Time (Fig. 6)
1) Plug the Control Panel into a power source.
2) Make sure GFCI's reset button is pushed in.
3) Set timer pins to desired run cycles or 24 hours.
a) If you are using your fountain for aeration, it is recommended to run the fountain
a minimum of 10-12 hours per day, although running them longer can increase
the benefits.
4) Plug the EcoSeries™ Floating Fountain's power cord into the Control Panel outlet
labeled "FOUNTAIN".
5) If the Airmax
LED Fountain Light Set is installed, plug the light set's power cord
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into the control panel outlet labeled "LIGHTS".
a) Minor angular adjustments may be needed to the lights to ensure the lights are
illuminating the spray pattern properly.
b) Lights will only operate when the fountain is running and the photocell has
activated the lights. Note: Placing your control panel in a heavily shaded
area or in a dark place will activate the lights continuously when the
fountain is running.
4. Maintenance & Winter Storage
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.
4) When running the fountain in dirty water or water with high mineral deposits, clean rotor every 12 months or as
needed. See the How-To Video at airmaxeco.com/ecoseries
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, quick disconnect
connectors and replace any o-rings that may be cracked.
LED Fountain Light Set to the float, connect the power cord
stake and place
nd
Note
Fig. 5
LED Light
Fig. 6
Photocell
Lights Plug
Once lights are installed and
clipped into position, adjust
lights for desired direction.
EcoSeries™ Floating Fountain
ENGLISH
Timer w/Pins
GFCI Reset
Fountain Plug
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