Kasco 2400SF User Manual

Owners Manual

xStream™ Fountain

Model 2400SF

Contents

Important Safety. . . . pg2

General Instructions. . . . pg2

Cord Gauge Chart. . . . pg3

Unit Specs. . . . pg3

Parts Included. . . . pg3

Assembly. . . . pg4

Nozzle Options and Assembly. . . . pg5

Installation Instructions. . . . pg12

Control Panel Installation. . . . pg12

C-25 Timer Control Instructions. . . . pg13

Maintenance Recommendations. . . . pg14

Warranty Policy. . . . pg15

Troubleshooting Tips. . . . pg16

Replacement Parts. . . . pg18

Customer Repair Form. . . . pg19

Registration Information. . . . pg20

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3020379

ANSI/UL 778, 5th Ed. 2010

CAN/CSA C22.2 No. 108-M89

UL 50, 11th Ed. 1995

Kasco Marine, Inc.

800 Deere Rd.

Prescott, WI 54021

PH [phone]

FAX [phone]

www.kascomarine.com

Rev. 07/29/13

THANKS
We at Kasco Marine, Inc. would like to both thank and
congratulate you on your purchase of the xStream fountain.
We appreciate you choosing Kasco and for your purchase.
Your decision to purchase Kasco’s xStream Fountain will
not disappoint you. The fountain will be a great addition to
your body of water. It will help improve the water quality
by adding much needed oxygen and circulation. It will also
enhance the aesthetics of the pond or lake with a beautiful
fountain pattern. The lighting package (if purchased) will
illuminate your fountain for beauty at night. We thank you
for choosing Kasco for your fountain needs and want you

to be completely satised with your purchase.

Important Safety

Please read and follow these extremely important safety
and handling instructions for your Kasco equipment.
Following these instructions will help ensure your safety
and the quality performance of your equipment.

• Under NO circumstances should anyone enter the
water with the electrical equipment plugged in and/or
in operation. All Kasco equipment is ETL approved
to UL and CSA standards for safety in water and all
fountain models include control panels with GFI
protection. However, it is NEVER recommended to
enter the water with the equipment in operation.

• Caution should be used when dealing with any
electrical equipment with moving parts.

• NEVER run the unit out of water. It will damage the
seals and create a dangerous situation for the operator.

• Extreme caution should be used around water,
especially cold water, such as in Spring, Fall, and
Winter, which poses a hazard in and of itself.

• NEVER lift or drag the fountain by the power or light
cord. If you need to pull the unit to the side of the
pond, use the anchoring ropes.

• Do not use waders in deep ponds/lakes or ponds/lakes
with drop-offs, drastic slopes, or soft bottom material.

• Do not use boats that tip easily for fountain installation,
such as a canoe, and follow all boating safety rules
and regulations, including wearing a PFD. (Personal
Flotation Device)

• The fountain is supplied with an internal grounding
conductor and a grounding-type attachment plug. To
reduce the risk of electrical shock, be certain that the
fountain is plugged into the C-25 Control Box (120V)
supplied by Kasco and that the C-25 is plugged into
a properly grounded, grounding type receptacle. The
GFCI breakers should be tested upon each installation
and every month thereafter to ensure proper operation.

General Instructions

INSPECT THE SHIPMENT
Immediately inspect your Kasco Fountain shipment for any
visible damages. Also cross reference the parts supplied
with the Parts Included sheet to check for shortages.
Shortages should be reported immediately to your Kasco
Marine distributor or representative and damages reported
to your carrier and Kasco Marine.

CAUTION
WARNING: Under NO circumstances should anyone enter
the water with the unit in operation. Always operate the
unit in the water and keep people and objects clear of the
propeller. Do not lift or pull the unit by the electrical cord.
Always use extreme caution around electrical equipment
and water situations.

ASSEMBLY & INSTALLATION
Please see the proper Assembly and Installation Instructions

enclosed in this manual. Each is specic for your model

and size of Fountain. Note: Use a nylon tie on power

cords to the oat for strain relief. If you have a light kit,
make sure that the unit cord is tied to one side of the oat

and the light cord to the other for balance. Note: It is
extremely important to test the GFI breaker in the control
panel upon each installation/reinstallation of the unit to
ensure proper functioning.

WARRANTY
Kasco Fountains are the result of over 40 years of design
and engineering. Kasco products are built to withstand the
toughest conditions. Kasco Marine backs each 2400SF
model Fountain with a 1 Year Warranty. This warranty
covers any and all manufacturers defects within 1 year
from the date of purchase (See Warranty & Return Policy).
Please register your Fountain online at: www.kascomarine.
com (Under the Technical tab)

USE AND OPERATION
Kasco Fountains are designed and engineered for

continuous duty, such as on sh farms or other aquaculture

applications, or on-demand use, as needed in a recreational
water feature.

During otation operation, the water is pulled from 360

around the unit and from below the unit. The water is

pulled upward and thrust through the otation collar into

the air.

Your Kasco Marine Fountain is ready for immediate
use (after installation). The motor and ball bearings
are submerged in oil and no further lubrication is
needed. Make sure to keep the motor housing clean

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from hard water deposits and/or algae. (See Maintenance
Recommendations.)

19. #6 x 1/2” screw (4)

20. #6 at washer (4)

It is extremely important that proper and sufcient voltage

(120V) is supplied to the Fountain motor. Each 120V
Fountain is supplied with a UL and CSA approved C-25
GFI Protected Control Box. The Fountain is to be plugged
into the C-25 outlet labeled “UNIT” and the C-25 plugged
into a properly grounded receptacle (See C-25 Instructions).
It is extremely important to test the GFI breaker in the
control panel upon each installation and reinstallation and
every month thereafter to ensure proper operation.

Kasco Fountains are lightweight, energy efcient, and easy

to install and operate. We strive to produce products that
exceed customer expectations. We hope you enjoy your

Kasco Fountain.

Cord Gauge Chart

Length Gauge

50’ 16

100’ 14

150’ 12

200’ 12

20

16

19

15

14

13

3

10

11

9

10

11

2

1

4

Unit Specs

Model Voltage Amps Lock

rotor

amps

2400SF 110-120 6.6 - 7.3 18 C-25

Control

box con-

nection

plug in

Fountain

connec-

tion

Plug into

C-25

Parts Included

1. 2400SF Aerating Fountain (Unit with cord or unit with
Disconnect) (1)

2. Float (with three 50’ mooring ropes attached) (1)

3. 1/4” x 3 1/4” screw (3)

4. Debris Screen Sections (3)

5. #8 screw (6)

6. #8 lock washer (6)

7. #8 at washer (12)

8. #8 nut (6)

9. 1/4” x 1 3/8” screw (3)

10. 1/4” lock washer (6)

11. 1/4” at washer (9)

12. 1/4” nut (6)

13. Flow staightener (1)

14. #6 x 3/4” screws (4)

15. Oring (1)

16. Nozzle (1)

17. small plugs for nozzle (20) (not pictured)

18. Large plug for nozzle center hole (2) (not pictured)

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8

7 6 5

Also Included:

• Cord in separate box (1) (150’ or 200’ cords only)

• Control Box (C-25) (1) (Not Pictured)

TOOLS & SUPPLIES NEEDED

• Anchors or stakes for installing unit (2)

• # 2 Phillips head screw driver

• 120V Electrical Supply near pond on a post with

room for mounting the C-25

• Three 12” pieces of 1” galvanized pipe or
weighted tubing for weighting ropes (optional)

• #10 x 1” long or longer screw(s) for mounting the
C-25 (3)

• 7/16” Socket and Ratchet (for 1/4” fasteners)

• 7/16” Wrench (for 1/4” fasteners)

• 11/32” wrench (for #8 fasteners)

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Assembly

1. Make sure you have all the parts needed. If any
shortages are found, contact your Kasco representative
immediately.

2. Place oat on motor housing. The power cord notch on
the oat should line up with the cord. See diagram below
of bottom side of oat. The 3 bolt holes in the oat should

line up with bolt receptacles on unit.

power cord notch

3. Use one of the 1/4”-20 x 3-1/4” Phillips Pan Head
Screws, one 1/4” split washer, and a 1/4” Flat Washer to

secure the oat. Make sure the split washer goes between
the bolt head and the at washer. Insert screw with washers
through bolt hole in oat. Tighten until snug with a Phillips

Head screw driver and repeat for 2 remaining screws.

6. Secure the 3 sections of the screen together in 6 places

using #8 screw, #8 lock washer, two #8 at washers, and

#8 nut. Do not overtighten. Alternately, use cable ties
instead of hardware for a quicker assembly of the screen.

4. Set motor housing and oat upside down on a at

surface.

5. Bring the 3 bottom screen sections together.

#8 screw

#8 lock washer

#8 screw

#8 flat washer

For quicker assembly:

Use cable tie instead

#8 lock washer

For quicker assembly:

Use cable tie instead

#8 nut

#8 nut

#8 flat washer

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7. Make sure the cord is coming out of the notch in the

oat before attaching the screen to the oat.

8. Align the screen to the oat using the picture to guide
you. Attach the screen to the oat in 3 places using 1/4”
x 1 3/8” bolt, 1/4” lock washer, two 1/4” at washers, and

1/4” nut. Do not overtighten.

All other nozzle options require the following
assembly:

1. Place the ow straightener in the fountain tube

making sure it rests securely against the tube and the
holes line up. Attach the straightener using four #6 x
3/4” screws.

IMPORTANT: Make sure there is no gap between

the tube and ow straightener and that the screws
are tightened down securely. Loose screws or a gap
can lead to reduced performance.

1/4” nut

1/4” flat washer

1/4” lock washer

1/4” x 1 3/8 bolt

9. Flip the unit back over so that the stainless steel can is

resting on a at surface. Use the Nylon Cable Tie included
to secure the power cord to a molded hole in the oat to

prevent cord damage if there is no strain relief on the cord.
If you purchased the 150’ or 200’ cord, the cord contains
a metal strain relief, you can use the chain connector and

attach it to one of the rope loops by the oat. If installing

a new Quick Disconnect, refer to Quick Disconnect
Instructions included in the cord box. The unit is now

ready for nozzle choice and assembly.

Align this screen
feature with this
float feature

Nozzle Options and Assembly

Make sure there is no gap

#6 x 3/4” screw (4)

V shaped pattern:
Requires no ow straightener or nozzle assembly.
Store those parts in a safe place for future use. This

V pattern provides the highest ow rate and aeration.

Pattern size is 6’ High by 13’ diameter.

2. Place the oring in the oring groove on the ow

straightener.

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oring

3. Prepare the nozzle before installing using the
nozzle choice chart. Different patterns are created by
plugging or removing plugs from the inside holes in
the nozzle. After using the chart and nozzle pictures to
choose a pattern, push plugs into the holes shown with
black circles on the chart. The number of possible
patterns are not all shown on the following chart.

Important:

Push in black plugs on the inside of the
nozzle only.

Plugs on Inside

Nozzle Option Chart:

Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

1 6 18

2 4.5 18

Picture

locations)

3 6.5 18.5

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Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

4 5 18.5

5 6.5 18.5

Picture

locations)

6 5 18.5

7 7 17

8 5.5 17

9 7 21

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Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

10 5.5 21

11 7 21

Picture

locations)

12 4.5 21

13 7 21

14 5.5 21

15 7.5 20

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Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

16 6 20

17 7.5 23

Picture

locations)

18 5.5 23

19 8 21

20 5.5 21

21 8 13

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Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

22 6.5 13

23 8 25

Picture

locations)

24 4 25

25 8 25

26 6.5 25

27 8.5 13

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Pattern #Height

(ft)

Width (ft) Plug diagram (black circles show plug

28 6.5 13

29 8.5 22

Picture

locations)

30 5 22

31 8.5 24

32 4 24

33 8.5 24

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NOTE: Pattern sizes listed are approximate.
Variations in voltage caused by regional electrical
differences or voltage drop due to long power cords
may result in reduced pattern sizes.

4. After the nozzle is prepared, attach it to the ow

straightener in 4 places using #6 x 1/2” screws and
washers.

by sinking them further below the surface.

5. The unit is now ready to be installed.

Installation Instructions

Use the ropes to position the Fountain in the desired
location in the pond/lake. Anchor the ropes or secure
them to the shoreline so the ropes are free of slack, but
not tight. To prevent twisting of the unit due to torque,
you should place the anchor at least 3 feet from the

oat for each foot of depth (Ex. A 6 foot deep pond

would require an anchor 18 feet horizontally from the

oat.)

Control Panel Installation

1. Inspect the panel for any damage and any components

that may have loosened during shipping.

Control panel must be installed a minimum of 5ft (3m in
Canada) from the inside wall of the pond, unless separated
from the body of water by a fence wall, or other permanent
barrier that will make the unit inaccessible to persons in the
water.

Install the control panel to a post structure, side of a
building, or other reliable means. This structure must

support the panel and prevent movement/exing of the

panel. Use #10 x 1” or longer screws in the mounting
points of the control panel to secure to the post structure.
NOTE: The control panel must be hung upright in order to
be waterproof. It is also advised to mount the panel out of
direct sunlight if possible. Mounting the panel in a North
direction will prevent heat buildup inside the panel. Also,

mount the panel above the potential ood plain to prevent
water entry during a possible ood event.

ALTERNATE INSTALLATION

In ponds where the water level uctuates signicantly,

you may need to suspend a small weight (12” of 1”
galvanize pipe works well) at the mid-point of the
rope to take up any slack as the water level drops. The
weight should be light enough so the Fountain can rise
as the water level rises. This can also help hide ropes

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2. Set Timer in the control panel to desired ON and OFF

times per the Instructions for each specic timer.

3. Follow all local and national electrical codes for this

installation and Consult a qualied electrician or service

person if needed.

Plug the aerator cord into the C-25 outlet labeled “UNIT”.
If lights are included, plug the cord into the C-25 outlet
labeled “LIGHT”. Now you are ready to plug the C-25

into the 120V power supply on the post and ENJOY YOUR
NEW KASCO AERATOR!

ENTER THE WATER WHEN A UNIT IS IN OPERA­TION!

4. Test the GFCI with the test button now and every 30

days.

Any unauthorized modications to this control panel will

void the UL listing and the Kasco warranty.

C-25 Timer Control Instructions

Portable Timer with Ground Fault Interrupter
(Unit: 15 FLA, 90 LRA 120 VAC
Light: 900 W, 120 VAC)

IMPORTANT
This portable timer is designed for CONTROLLING the
connected equipment only. Unplug timer before servic­ing the unit or the equipment it controls. THE MANUAL
OVERRIDE KNOB IS NOT TO BE USED AS A POWER
DISCONNECT! For maximum protection against electri­cal shock hazard, perform test procedure on G.F.C.I. at least
once a month. Mount at least 5 ft. from open water.

TIMER-OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS
C-25 Control Box will turn the aerator/fountain ON &
OFF with the TIMER. Kasco lights will turn ON with the
PHOTO EYE and OFF with TIMER. C-25 Control Box is
to be used with Kasco Approved Lights ONLY!

• Insert “ON” (GREEN) and “OFF” (RED) trippers into
dial at desired ON and OFF times.

• Turn dial clockwise one or more revolutions until
correct time-of-day (AM or PM) in window is aligned
with the arrow.

• Plug aerator/fountain cord into the RIGHT hand outlet
(labeled UNIT).

• Plug transformer light cord into LEFT hand outlet
(labeled LIGHT).

FOR TEMPORARY MANUAL OPERATION
Rotate MANUAL knob counter-clockwise to desired ON or

OFF position. Timer will follow next automatic operation.

G.F.C.I. TEST PROCEDURE
The G.F.C.I. should be checked every month to make sure
that it is operating properly. Just follow the simple instruc­tions below. It is recommended to maintain a maintenance
diary of your monthly safety check.

1. Push TEST button, RESET button should pop out from
inner surface. This should result in power being OFF at
the outlet protected by the G.F.C.I. Verify by plugging a
test lamp into the outlet. Be sure the timer is in the ON
position.

2. If the G.F.C.I. tests okay, restore power by pushing the
RESET button back in. THE RESET BUTTON MUST BE
PUSHED FIRMLY AND FULLY INTO PLACE UNTIL IT
LOCKS AND RE-MAINS DEPRESSED AFTER PRES­SURE HAS BEEN REMOVED.

DANGER: IF RESET BUTTON DOES NOT POP OUT,
IF TEST LAMP REMAINS LIT WHEN RESET BUTTON
DOES POP OUT, OR IF THE G.F.C.I. FAILS TO RE­SET PROPERLY, DO NOT USE TIMER! CONTACT A
QUALIFIED SERVICE TECHNICIAN!

Failure to use the C-25 with Kasco Fountains will void the
warranty and cause the Fountain to not be listed to UL and
CSA standards via ETL.

UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHOULD ANYONE

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Maintenance Recommendations

** Under No Circumstances should anyone enter the
water while a fountain is operating. **

** Please keep the original box for maintenance ship­ping. **

the winter. However, when the water is thrust into the
air, it is exposed to the colder air temperatures longer
and can actually make ice thicker on the pond/lake.
Storage over winter is best in a location that is out of
the sun and cool, but above 32

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F. It is not necessary
to store Kasco motors upside down. All internal seals
are fully lubricated while stored in an upright position.

The following maintenance procedures can be utilized
to ensure many years of quality performance from
your Kasco Fountain and reduce the need for more
costly repair work.

PROPER INSTALLATION: Proper installation of
Kasco equipment will include a power source with
ground fault interruption (GFI). For Fountain mod­els, the C-25 control (120V) included with the unit

has built-in ground fault interruption that is sufcient.

Ground fault interrupters are a safety feature that can
also alert you to electrical leaks in the equipment. It is
extremely important to test the GFI upon installation,
each reinstallation, and monthly thereafter to ensure
proper operation. If you have repeat, consistent trips
on your ground fault, the equipment should be discon­nected and removed from the water. The power cord
should be inspected for damage and you should call
Kasco Marine at 715-262-4488 for further instructions
or email Kasco at [e-mail].

OBSERVATION: Operating equipment should be
observed on a regular basis (daily, if possible) for any
reduction or variation in performance. If a change
in performance is observed, the equipment should be
disconnected from power and inspected for any ma­terial that may have clogged the system or wrapped
around the shaft of the motor, especially plastic bags

and shing line. Even though Kasco Aerators and

Fountains are among the most clog-resistant on the
market, it is impossible to protect against all items that

can clog equipment and still maintain a ow of water.

These materials can be very damaging to the equip­ment under continued operation and must be removed
as soon as possible. ALWAYS UNPLUG THE UNIT
BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO REMOVE CLOGS.

WINTER STORAGE: In regions where there is

signicant freezing in the wintertime, the fountains

should be removed from the water to protect them
from the expansion pressure of the ice. In many areas,
fountains will keep some amount of ice open through

CLEANING: Fountains should be removed from the
water at least once per year (at the end of the season
in cold climates) to clean the exterior of the system,
especially the stainless steel motor housing (can). The
motor housing is the surface that dissipates heat into
the water and any algae, calcium, etc. build-up will be­come an insulator that blocks heat transfer. In warmer
regions it is recommended that the motor is removed
and cleaned at least two to three times per year de­pending on conditions. In most cases a power washer

will be sufcient if the unit and algae are still wet.

SEAL AND OIL REPLACEMENT: This is a sealed
motor assembly and seals will wear out over time
(similar to brake pads on a car). Replacement of the
seals and a change of oil after three years may add
longevity to the operation of the motor, saving you the
cost of more expensive repairs. In warmer climates
where the fountain runs most or all of the year, it is
a good idea to replace seals more regularly than you
would need to in colder climates where the unit is
removed from the water for several months.

ZINC ANODE: A Sacricial Zinc Anode is supplied

on the shaft for protection of the equipment from cor­rosion and electrolysis. The zinc anode should be up­dated (replaced) if reduced to half the original size or
if white in color. Corrosion from electrolysis is more
commonly associated with saltwater or brackish water,
but as a matter of precaution, it is important to periodi­cally check the zinc anode in all installations (at least
every two to three months).

Seal replacement and all other repair services should
be performed by Kasco Marine or a Kasco trained
Authorized Repair Center. Any alterations or changes
made to Kasco units by an unauthorized source will
void the warranty. This includes tampering with the
unit, power cord, and/or control box. Please contact
Kasco Marine, Inc. at 715-262-4488 for your nearest
Authorized Repair Center.

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Warranty Policy

Warranty Period:
Model: 2400SF - 1 years

Kasco® Marine, Inc. warrants this Fountain to be free
from defects in material or workmanship (except for
the ropes, power cord, and propeller) under normal
use and service. The Kasco Marine, Inc. obligation
under this warranty is limited to replacing or repairing
free of charge any defective part within the warranty
period from the date of shipment. Customer shall pay
shipping charges for returning the unit to Kasco or an
Authorized Repair Center.

THIS WARRANTY IS IN LIEU OF ANY
OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESSED OR IM­PLIED, AND ANY OTHER OBLIGATION OR LI­ABILITY WHATEVER ON THE PART OF KASCO
MARINE, INC. AND IN NO EVENT SHALL KAS­CO MARINE, INC. BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPE­CIAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES.

Warranty is void if:

Example: 21 = 2012 model year.
The third and fourth digits represent the week of the
year. (Ex. “01” for 1st week in Jan.) model.

The best method for establishing warranty period is by
keeping your original receipt. Also register the Foun­tain online at:
www.kascomarine.com
Kasco Marine will have a record of the purchase and
will be able to determine whether or not the unit still
caries warranty coverage.

Once the warranty coverage has been established, the
unit may be sent to any Kasco Authorized Repair Cen­ter for evaluation and repair. Please call Kasco Marine
at 715-262-4488 prior to shipping.

Kasco Marine, Inc.
800 Deere Rd.
Prescott, WI 54021
Attn: Repairs

Or call Kasco Marine at 715-262-4488 to locate your
nearest Authorized Repair Center. You can also email
Kasco at [e-mail]

• The Fountain is not maintained properly according
to the Maintenance Recommendations supplied in
this Owners Manual.

• The Fountain is returned for repair without the
power cord or if the unit, control box, or power
cord are altered in any way from original ship­ment. Cuts in the power cord are not covered
under warranty.

• The Fountain is damaged by unauthorized tamper­ing.

• The Sacricial Zinc Anode around the propeller
shaft shows signicant deterioration. (The Anode

must be inspected periodically and replaced if
necessary.)

Warranty Claim Procedure:
Check the eleven-digit serial number printed either on
the black cover of the motor or on the blue nameplate
and determine the year of manufacture according to
the serial number scheme below:

Note: Only complete motor assemblies will be ac­cepted for warranty repair. The power cord and all
other components must be returned with the motor
as originally assembled. Any missing parts will be
replaced at the customer’s expense and, if determined
to have caused the failure, could void the entire war­ranty. Some parts are essential for structural support
during shipping and others, such as the power cord,
are essential to properly diagnose potential causes of
failure. It is not necessary to return the control box or

oat with the motor assembly.

Please include the Repair Form received from Kasco
Marine or your local distributor with the shipment. If
no Repair Form is available, include your name and
physical address for return delivery of the repaired
unit and a daytime phone number and/or e-mail ad­dress for correspondence regarding the warranty
claim.

Sample Serial #
21 01 S 24 1725

The rst two digits represent the reverse of the last

two digits of the year of manufacture.

Any expedited shipping method for the return of the
unit is at the customer’s expense. Kasco Marine will
return units repaired under warranty at our expense via
ground freight within the continental United States.

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Other Repairs:
Most failed equipment can be repaired at substantially
lower costs than replacement with new. Please ship
according to the instructions in the previous section.
Again, it is best to call ahead for a Return Authori­zation Number and/or Repair Form so we know the
repair is coming.

Kasco Marine does estimates on repairs at the request
of the customer. The request for estimate should be
included in the letter that accompanies the returned
unit and must include a daytime phone number and/or
e-mail address. Estimate options are as follows:

We will contact the customer with a total after the unit
has been evaluated, but before the work is performed.
We will repair the unit only if repair costs are under a
stated dollar amount. Example: “Please repair if total
is under $150.00 before shipping charges.”

All estimates that are rejected for repair will be de­stroyed unless otherwise directed by the customer. If
the customer would like the unit returned, the unit will
be restored as closely as possible to the condition in
which it was received and shipped at the customer’s
expense for shipping and handling charges.

Billing:

All non-warranty repairs will be returned to the cus­tomer prepaid with Visa or Mastercard or shipped
C.O.D. with C.O.D. charges unless otherwise directed.
Kasco Marine will call for credit card information
upon completion of the repair.

All other warranty and repair inquiries should be di­rected to Kasco Marine, Inc. at 715-262-4488 or

[e-mail]

“My Fountain ow seems to uctuate and/or be less
than usual.”

If the nozzle is being used, make sure the

ow straightener is tightened securely to the fountain
housing. A gap between the ow straightener and

housing will result in a loss of pressure and the
performance will be reduced. Also check to see

if the oring is installed correctly between the ow

straightener and nozzle.
This symptom is also caused from unit being
clogged with debris. A mat of weeds, many leaves,
plastic bags, etc. can clog up the unit and cause it to be
starved of water. If the unit does not have the proper

amount of water, the ow or pattern will uctuate up

and down and look sporadic. If you are seeing these
symptoms, unplug the unit and clean away the debris
that is clogging up the screen either screen. Another
possibility if these symptoms are noticed, is a chipped
or damaged prop that is causing the unit to wobble and
not pump properly. When the unit is unplugged, check
the prop for damages and replace if damage is found.

“My Fountain trips the ground fault interrupter in the
C-25.”

This is the most common symptom of several
possible problems. To correctly diagnose the problem,
you will need to collect more information. A Ground
Fault Interrupter (GFI) breaker that trips can in­dicate an electrical service problem, water contamina­tion in the unit and/or cord, bad breaker, control

box problems, motor problems, etc. Try to nd out the

answers to these questions before you contact
Kasco to narrow down the problem.

• How long does it take to trip the breaker?

• Does it always take the same amount of time to

trip?

• How many times has it tripped?

• Has there been any electrical problems in the area

recently?

Troubleshooting Tips

Below are some helpful troubleshooting tips. If a
problem occurs, please double check the assembly and
installation instructions as well as the instructions for
the proper control panel. More troubleshooting tips
can be found at www.kascomarine.com (under the
technical tab)

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“My Fountain seems to run slowly.”

This can also be a symptom of several possible
problems. There could be an electrical problem where
the unit is not getting the proper voltage. This could
also indicate a problem with the motor of the unit,
which needs to be looked at by an Authorized Repair
Center. Check that the unit is receiving the proper
voltage, and, if so, contact Kasco for further steps.

“My Fountain hums, but will not start. When I spin
the prop with a stick, it starts up.”

This indicated a problem with the Starting
Capacitor. Each Kasco Fountain is equipped with a

Starting Capacitor to get the unit going when it is rst

plugged in. If it is operating, but not spinning and can
be started by spinning the prop with a stick, the Start­ing capacitor needs to be replaced by an Authorized
Repair Center.

“My Fountain turns itself off and back on without the
timer and without tripping the GFI breaker.”

Each Kasco Fountain has a Thermal Overload
built in that will turn the unit off when it overheats.
Once the unit has cooled down, it will start back up. If
you are noticing these symptoms, the unit should be
unplugged immediately because the Thermal Overload
will continue to turn on and off until it burns out and
damages the motor. The unit should be unplugged and

taken out of the water to nd the cause of the problem.

The problem could be one of many, such as, low water
levels, build-up on the unit to prevent heat dissipation,
something inhibiting the free rotation of the shaft, etc.
If something is caught in the unit or there is a build-up
of algae, calcium or organic matter on the unit, remove
the debris and, if caught early enough, the unit should
be ne. Contact a Kasco representative before restart­ing the unit.

“The GFI breaker trips randomly and sporadically.
Sometimes it is a few hours of operation, other times it
can be days or weeks.”

This is referred to as a Nuisance Trip. This
usually occurs where the unit is installed a great
distance from the initial electric service on the prop­erty where the ground stake is placed. It is caused by
either induced current in the ground wire or a base
voltage difference due to soil pH levels. To resolve
the problem, contact an electrician and install a local
grounding stake. This may eliminate the induced cur­rent and any base voltage differences. This problem
can also be caused by a bad breaker or receptacle or

having unbalanced incoming voltage lines.

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Replacement Parts

2400SF REPLACEMENT PARTS

23

14

15

19

ITEM

PART

NO.

NUMBER

3 140112

361110

4

5 361115

361500

6
7

251300
840537

8

9

251200

10 241024

11 243475
12 462237
13 361310
14 361320
15 361313

16 840536
17 584692
18 361543

19 820405

20 771033

21 475630
22 140312
23 334306
24 334300

25 990410

26 990275
27 990280
28 990281

29 361540
30 772007
31 771034

DESCRIPTION

PUMP HOUSING, LOWER
PROP, 1/2HP, HIGH SPEED
FOUNTAIN
DISC, 1/2HP, HIGH SPEED
FOUNTAIN
FLOAT, 1/2 HP
FLAT WASHER, 1/4"
LOCK WASHER, 1/4"
1/4-20 X 3-1/4 PHIL PAN
HEAD
WASHER, 1/2IN, BRONZE,
INTERNAL TOOTH LOCK
ZINC ASSEMBLY
1/2 - 20 waxed nut SS
FLOW STRAIGHTENER
NOZZLE, 1/2 HP FOUNTAIN
Oring, 1/2 hp nozzle

NUT, 1/4-20
1/4-20 X 1-3/8" BOLT
#8 flat washer
SCREW, #6x1/2 IN, PH PHIL,
ULTRA SS
Washer, #8 split lock, black
oxide
1/4-20 X 1-3/4" LONG BOLT
RETAINING CLIP
SCREW, TYPE AB
#6 washer
DEBRIS FLINGER, .500 DIA.
SHAFT
O RING, CORD
SEALING PLUG
O RING
SCREEN, 1/2 HP HIGH SPEED

SCREW, #8-32 x 1/2" LONG
NUT, #8-32 HEX

QTY.

1

1

1

1
9
9

3

1

1
1
1
1
1

6
3

12

4

6

3
3
4
4

1

1
1
1

3
6
6

TORQUE

VALUES

HAND TIGHT

20 IN LBS

50 IN LBS

15 IN LBS

17

8

9

24

8

7

13

7

6

12

5

3

4

11

25

21

26

27

28

22

8

16

7

16

29

31

18

20

30

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800 Deere Rd.
Prescott, WI 54021
Phone: [phone] - Fax: [phone]

www.KascoMarine.com [e-mail]

Customer Repair Form

* Important Reminders *

• All repairs sent in MUST be accompanied by a copy of this completed sheet!

• Routine maintenance consists of checking the zinc anode regularly and replacing if necessary, keeping the

unit clean, keeping the stainless steel can clean, and having the seals and oil replaced every 3 years depend­ing on use.

• Address your Repair to Kasco Marine, Attn: Repairs (or to your Authorized Repair Center.

• Shipping to Kasco or an Authorized Repair Center is paid for by the customer.

• You must include the power cord and cage assembly/fountain housing with each unit sent in for repair to be

considered for warranty and for proper repair and shipping protection!

• Do not ship the oat and/or control box with the unit for repair, unless otherwise instructed.

Today’s Date:___________________

Customer Information

Name: _________________ Phone Number: _____________________

Address: __________________________ Alternate Number: ___________________

City: ____________________ Email Address: ______________________

State: _____________________

Zip Code: ______________________

Unit Information:

Model # (Ex. 2400SF): ____________________

Serial # (Ex. 2101S241025): ____________________

Date Purchased: ________________________

Purchased From: _________________________

Earliest Date of Problem: _______________________

Description of Problem:

Comments:

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Registration Information

Please register your fountain online at:
www.kascomarine.com

Also ll in the information below and keep for your records.

Model # (Ex. 2400SF)_______________________________

Serial # (Ex. 2101S241025)______________________________

Purchase Date:_____________________

Purchased From:___________________________________

Registration Date: ___________________________

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Kasco Marine, Inc.

800 Deere Rd.

Prescott, WI 54021

Phone [phone] * Fax [phone]

www.kascomarine.com * [e-mail]

884361