How to Assemble a Waterfall Pump
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Step 1: Attach the Top Bracket
Attach the top bracket to the wall with an impact driver, driving the 2-1/4 inch lag screws into the studs.
Step 2: Loosen the First Screw
Leave the first lag screw a little loose. This makes it easier to plumb the bracket before tightening the screw.
Step 3: Set the Basin
Set the basin on the J brackets. A copper basin is a natural bacteria killer.
Step 4: Set and Plug In the Pumps
Set the pumps into the basin, attaching them with the suction cups. Each slate gets it own pump so there are three pumps in all (image 1). Plug in the pumps into the outlet (image 2), and make sure the pumps don’t run dry.
Step 5: Hang and Direct the Tubing
Hang the three water dispersers on the upper bracket (image 1). Direct the tubing from the water disperser into the basin (image 2).
Step 6: Tighten the Hose Clamp
Put the hose clamp around the tubing and connect the end of the tube to the pump. Tighten the hose clamp around the connection. Be careful not to over tighten the pump outlet fitting or it will crack.
Step 7: Clean Out the Hose
If the water disperser gets clogged from debris that falls into the basin, use a paper clip to clean out the hose.
Step 8: Hide the Cord
Hide the cord from the light valence behind the top bracket before the slate gets installed.
Step 9: Insert Foam Pieces
To prevent water from splashing behind the fountain, insert foam pieces over the tubes at each cutout in the pan. This also holds the tube in place.
Step 10: Clean the Slate
Clean the slate with a cotton cloth and water.
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