Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
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FW0779
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Supersedes
0512
Floating Pond Pump System
Models FPS0501 and 5P50501
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
Installation
b.
5. 230V installation
a.
Pre-installation
b.
Installation - pump
c.
Installation - control center
d.
Setting timers
Setting the clock
e.
6. Scheduled maintenance
7.
Seasonal removal and storage
General Safety Information
Carefully read and follow all safety instructions in this
manual and on pump.
tion. Replace missing or damaged safety labels.
Ak
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.
This is a SAFETY ALERT
ADANGER
personal injury, death or major property damage if ignored.
Keep safety labels in good condi-
SYMBOL. When you see
Warns of hazards that WILL cause serious
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personal injury or death, if ignored.
ACAUTION
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.
Warns of hazards that CAN cause serious
Warns of hazards that
MAY cause minor
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ADANGER
either wading, swimming or in a boat with the
pump power on, as this may result in severe
electrical shock.
WARNING
A
carefully. Failure to follow could result in serious bodily
injury andlor property damage.
Read these warnings and instructions
AUVARNING
shall be in accordance with National Electric
Code (NEC) and all applicable local codes
and ordinances. A licensed electrician should
perform installation.
ADANGER
OR WARNING SIGNS SHOULD BE POSTED PER
STATE AND LOCAL CODES.
Please affix included warning label to power
receptacle or junction box.
A
WARNING
lOOft 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.
WARNING
A
THIS UNIT, WITH THE GFI, TO A PROPERLY
GROUNDED RECEPTACLE MAY RESULT IN
SEVERE ELECTRICAL SHOCK.
WARNING
A
to a circuit equipped with a fuse or circuit
IT
'
breaker of ample capacity.
ADANGER
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.
ADANGER
wet hands or when standing in water as
fatal electrical shock could occur. Disconnect
main power supply before handling system
for any reason.
A
WARNING
from coming in contact with sharp objects,
oil, grease, hot surfaces or chemicals. DO
NOT kink the power cable. If damaged
replace immediately.
A
WARNING
box, fused disconnect switch, or covers open
(either partially or completely) when not
being worked on by a competent electrician
or repairman.
Never enter the water
Electrical installations
"NO SWIMMING" AND
System furnished with a
FAILURE TO CONNECT
Be sure system is connected
Always disconnect power
DO NOT handle pump with
Protect the power cable
NEVER leave the control
damp conditions.
or personal injury.
LCAVT ION
Fahrenheit.
ACMJTION
and can cause bodily injury if contact is made.
A
WARNING
coming
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.
Inspect pump system for damage before installing in
3.
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 0-ring is
seated in groove before installing nozzle. Tighten screws
until seated, approximately 10 to 12 in-lbs.
Attach nylon anchor ropes to 2 eyebolts located at top
5.
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.
ADANGER
operating electrical controls in damp areas.
If possible, avoid all contact with electrical
equipment during thunderstorms or extreme
WARNING
A
equipment in protected area to prevent
mechanical damage which could produce serious
electrical shock and/or equipment failure.
ADANGER
pump flammable liquids such as gasoline, fuel
oil, kerosene, etc. Failure to follow the above
warning could result in property damage andi
Do not pump water above 120 degrees
Water leaving nozzle is at high velocity
WARNING
A
in swimming pool areas.
GFI plug must be
out the bottom and protected from direct
Always use caution when
Install all electrical
DO NOT use this system to
This unit not tested for use
oriented with cord
rainfall.
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Before connecting the unit to the power receptacle,
6.
check to insure there is no leakage to ground. This can
be done by using an ohm meter and setting the scale to
its highest setting (i.e. Rx100K). Connect one ohmmeter
lead to the unit power cord ground (round prong) and
to one of the flat prongs. It should read infinite or at
least 2 mega ohms. Repeat with the other prong. If
reading is below 2 mega ohms on either prong contact
Customer Service Help Line listed at bottom of page.
Do Not Operate System on an Extension Cord.
7.
If no
power is accessible at the pond, contract a licensed
electrician to install the proper power supply in
accordance with National Electric Code and all
applicable local codes and ordinances.
8.
After installing the unit, checking ground and
connecting power to the unit, the unit can be powered
up. Check operation of the GFI by pushing the "Test"
button, the unit should stop. Pushing the "Reset" button
should restart the unit. If pressing the "test" button
does not stop the unit, immediately shut off power to
unit and contact Customer Service Help Line listed at
bottom of page.
NOZZLE PATTERNS
Figure 3: Water Trumpet - A symmetrical inverted bell shape.
Item #2C
Approved outdoor grounded
receptacle with DPI protected plug
Power cord may require
burial. Refer to local codes
1520
Pond Pomp Float
/ Nylon rope secured no weights
can be attached to stakes on
shore.2 Required.
Feet Minimum Depth
Figure 4: Typical Installation
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INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
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Read installation instructions and warnings
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Post appropriate warning signs
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Install desired spray nozzle
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Install and anchor unit in pond
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Check insulation resistance to ground
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Power up unit
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Test operation of GFI by pressing the "Test" Button.
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File instructions for future reference
REQUIRED TOOLS
•
#2 Phillips screwdriver
•
Nylon rope to anchor unit
•
Stakes or weights for anchoring unit
•
Ohm meter to check insulation resistance to ground
àCAUTION
Rinse unit with clean water to remove any build-up on
•
unit.
•
Check unit for any damage.
•
Store unit in heated space in freezing climates.
The pump motor is water lubricated and is factory filled
with an antifreeze solution. During operation the antifreeze
may exchange, thru the filtered check valve, with the pond
water. In climates where freezing may occur, the unit must
be stored in a heated storage space to prevent damage to
the motor.
WINTER STORAGE
SUPPLIES
&
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TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE
PROBLEM
Unit won't
run
No or low
spray
GFI Trips
Unit spins
POSSIBLE
CAUSES
Circuit break-
er tripped
GFI Tripped
Blocked
screen or
nozzle, miss-
ing or darn-
0
-ring,
aged
or incorrectly
installed
nozzle
Electrical
storm can trip
GFI
Short in sys-
tern
Anchor rope
loose
than 5 feet deep, move to deeper
section. Restart unit.
for damage. If cord is damaged
contact Customer Service Help
replacement.
Check anchor rope and re-attach if
CORRECTIVE ACTION
Reset circuit breaker
Reset GFI
Disconnect power. Clean screen
and/or nozzle. Check that 0-ring IS
undamaged and seated in groove.
Check that nozzle is installed prop-
erly (nozzles are marked "This side
up"). Check depth of pond. If less
Reset GFI
Disconnect power and check cord
Line listed at bottom of page for
necessary
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2(AMC)
3
4 -
5
6
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7
8
10
9
11
12
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Item
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*Standard hardware item, available locally
2A
2B
2C
10
11
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12
13
14
15
16
17
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
#
Qty
6
1
1
1
1
6
6
1
1
1
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4
1
1
2
2
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1
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Part No.
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021628
021629
021707
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021740
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Description
Screw - #10 x 3/4 Slotted Head or Pan
Head Sheet Metal Screw (18-8 Stainless
Steel)
Nozzle - Water Lily
Nozzle - Sky Cannon
Nozzle - Water Trumpet
0-Ring - AS568A - 041 (3" ID x 3/18" CD)
Bolt - SS 1/4-20 x 3/4
Lockwasher
Mounting Flange
Float
Pump End
Motor l/2HP11SV
Lockn ut - SS 5/16-24
100 ft. power cord with GFI
GFI
Eye Bolt - SS 1/4-20 x 2-1/2
Locknut - SS 1/4--20
Screen
Screen Cap
Strain Relief
Warning Decal
-
1/4"
15
IIA-------*
11
Flow (GPH)
4900
3300
2700
Spray Height
(Ft.)
15
15
13
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Pattern
Image
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0
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110538
Trumpet - 2C
Pattern
Name
Water Lily
2A
Sky Cannon
-
2B
Water
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