Flint & Walling FPS0501 User Manual

Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

Please read and save these instructions. Read carefully before attempting to assemble, install, operate or maintain the product described. Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage! Retain instructions for future reference.

Floating Pond Pump System

Models FPS0501 and SPS0501

FW0779

1013

Supersedes

0512

Description

This pump system is designed for decorative use and can improve water aeration. It produces water fountains up to 15’ in height, and up to 4,900 gallons of water per hour. Make your floating fountain system even more dramatic at night by adding the NightBright lighting system 023069.

Operates in 5 feet of water or deeper.

Unpacking

When unpacking the unit, inspect carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit.

For installation videos and other information, scan with your smart phone.

1. Introduction

2. Safety

3. Tools required

4. 115V installation a. Pre-installation b. Installation

5. 230V installation a. Pre-installation b. Installation - pump

c. Installation - control center d. Setting timers e. Setting the clock

6. Scheduled maintenance

7. Seasonal removal and storage

General Safety Information

Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this manual and on pump. Keep safety labels in good condi-

tion. Replace missing or damaged safety labels.

This is a SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL. When you see this symbol on the pump or in the manual, look for one of the following signal words and be alert to the potential for personal injury or property damage.

Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious

personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.

Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious

personal injury or death, if ignored.

Warns of hazards that MAY cause minor

personal injury, product or property damage if ignored.

IMPORTANT: Indicates factors concerned with operation, installation, assembly or maintenance which could result in damage to the machine or equipment if ignored.

NOTE: Indicates special instructions which are important but are not related to hazards.

021626

Never enter the water

either wading, swimming or in a boat with the pump power on, as this may result in severe electrical shock.

Read these warnings and instructions carefully. Failure to follow could result in serious bodily injury and/or property damage.

Electrical installations shall be in accordance with National Electric Code (NEC) and all applicable local codes and ordinances. A licensed electrician should

perform installation.

“NO SWIMMING” AND OR WARNING SIGNS SHOULD BE POSTED PER STATE AND LOCAL CODES. Please affix included warning label to power

receptacle or junction box.

System furnished with a 100ft power cord with three prong GFI plug. – Must connect to properly grounded receptacle of grounding type. Do not remove ground

pin on plug. Do not extend the cord length by splicing or with an extension cord.

Always use caution when operating electrical controls in damp areas. If possible, avoid all contact with electrical equipment during thunderstorms or extreme

damp conditions.

Install all electrical equipment in protected area to prevent mechanical damage which could produce serious electrical shock and/or equipment failure.

DO NOT use this system to pump flammable liquids such as gasoline, fuel oil, kerosene, etc. Failure to follow the above warning could result in property damage and/

or personal injury.

Do not pump water above 120 degrees

Fahrenheit.

Water leaving nozzle is at high velocity

and can cause bodily injury if contact is made.

This unit not tested for use

in swimming pool areas.

FAILURE TO CONNECT THIS UNIT, WITH THE GFI, TO A PROPERLY GROUNDED RECEPTACLE MAY RESULT IN SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK.

Be sure system is connected to a circuit equipped with a fuse or circuit breaker of ample capacity.

Always disconnect power source before performing any work on or near the motor or its connected load. If the power disconnect point is out-of-sight, lock it

in the open position and/or tag it to prevent unexpected application of power. Failure to do so could result in fatal electrical shock or bodily injury.

DO NOT handle pump with wet hands or when standing in water as fatal electrical shock could occur. Disconnect main power supply before handling system

for any reason.

Protect the power cable from coming in contact with sharp objects, oil, grease, hot surfaces or chemicals. DO NOT kink the power cable. If damaged

replace immediately.

GFI plug must be oriented with cord

coming out the bottom and protected from direct rainfall.

INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS

1. Only install this system in ponds where no swimming, wading, boating or fishing is allowed while fountain is operating. Disconnect power to pump before fishing or entering the water.

2. Post appropriate warning signs per local and state codes.

3. Inspect pump system for damage before installing in pond. Check that all bolts and screws are tight. Check for any bent prongs or a cracked case on the GFI.

4. The unit ships with one spray nozzle attached. To change to one of the other 2 nozzles, remove the 4 screws from the nozzle then replace with desired nozzle. Refer to Figures 1, 2 & 3 for spray pattern appearance. Nozzles are marked “This side up.” Make sure the o-ring is seated in groove before installing nozzle. Tighten screws until seated, approximately 10 to 12 in-lbs.

5. Attach nylon anchor ropes to 2 eyebolts located at top of screen. Secure (make sure rope is tight) to weights placed on pond floor or stakes on pond shore. When using weights to anchor the pump, place weights approximately 10 feet from unit, 180 degrees apart.

box, fused disconnect switch, or covers open (either partially or completely) when not being worked on by a competent electrician

or repairman.

NEVER leave the control

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