Instruction Manual
Model:
FB2400
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Installation
Begin by excavating a hole at least 4 inches larger than the basin and
9½” deep. This depth will leave the Fountain Basin slightly higher than
the ground around it, keeping soil, mulch or gravel from washing in.
Angling the sides of the hole outward slightly will aid in the backfill
process. Set the Fountain Basin on level, undisturbed soil.
Important! Do not dig too deep. The Fountain Basin should be set on
undisturbed earth if possible. In case you do over-dig, be sure to compact the soil thoroughly to prevent settling. The bottom of the hole
must also be level side-to-side and front-to-back (Figure 1).
Figure 1.
Add enough water to the Fountain Basin to keep it from shifting during
the backfill process. Use loose soil from the excavation to fill the void
around the perimeter of the basin. Carefully compact the soil around
the basin as you backfill. Over-compacting can distort and/or damage
the Fountain Basin (Figure 2).
Figure 2.
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Atlantic Oasis Fountain Basins are designed to work with Atlantic
Fountain Pumps, featuring built-in flow control for fast, easy flow
adjustment. Attach one end of the hose provided to the barbed outlet
at the top of the Fountain Pump and secure with a hose clamp (Figure 3).
Figure 3.
Pull the other end of the hose out through the predrilled hole onto the
surface of the Fountain Basin. Choose one of the channels, then run
the tubing to the center of the Basin and attach the appropriate fitting,
which will depend on the decorative fountain piece (Figure 4).
Figure 4.
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Set the decorative piece over the fitting, then attach the ½” standpipe
to the fitting. Cut the standpipe to just below the water surface to
create a bubbling effect. Seal any gaps between the standpipe and the
base of the pot with Atlantic SPSEAL. To center and stabilize the
standpipe, place a few rocks around it inside the decorative piece to
support it. Figure 5 shows the fountain ready for water. Fill the Basin
with water, connect the pump to a GFI-protected outlet and adjust
flow as necessary (Figure 5).
Figure 5.
To complete installation, cover the Fountain Basin with gravel, polished
stones, glass beads or other decorative material. To disguise the square
outline of the Basin further, extend the material past the edge of the
Basin. To enhance nighttime enjoyment of the fountain, complement
your Fountain Basin with Atlantic’s LED lighting (Figure 6).
Figure 6.
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