Flint & Walling 230V Pond and Fountain Systems FPS10021 - Manual (Page 6)

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95 North Oak St. • Kendallville, IN 46755 • 800-742-5044 • © 2012 All rights reserved.
Troubleshooting Chart
Symptom Possible Cause(s) Corrective Action
Unit won’t
run 1. Circuit breaker tripped
2. Low Voltage
1. Reset circuit breaker.
2. Verify voltage.
3. GFI Tripped
4. Excessive Cable Length
5. Timer/clock not set
3. Reset GFI.
4. Verify acceptable maximum cable length.
5. Set clock to local time and timers for desired cycle. See Section on Setting Timers.
No or low
spray Blocked screen or nozzle,
missing or damaged o-ring, or
incorrectly installed nozzle Disconnect power. Clean screen and/or nozzle. Check that o-ring is undamaged and seated
in groove. Check that nozzle is installed properly (nozzles are marked “This side up”).
Check depth of pond. If less than 5 feet deep, move to deeper section. Restart unit.
GFI Trips 1. Electrical storm can trip GFI 1. Reset GFI.
2. Short in system
3. Defective power cable
2. Disconnect power and check cord for damage. If cord is damaged contact customer
service help line at 1-800-742-5044.
3. Disconnect power and check cord for damage. If cord is damaged contact customer
service help line at 1-800-742-5044.
Unit spins Anchor rope(s) loose Check anchor rope(s) and re-attach if necessary.
1/2, 3/4 & 1 HP Models
INSTALLATION CHECK LIST
 Read installation instructions and
warnings.
 Post appropriate warning signs.

Install desired spray nozzle.
 Install and anchor unit in pond.

Connect control center to properly
grounded supply.

Check insulation resistance to
ground.

Power up unit.

Test operation of GFI by pressing the
“Test” Button. (See Fig 6).
 Set Timer.

File instructions for future reference.
!
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.
MAINTENANCE
1. Test the GFI monthly by depressing
the test button.
2. The screen and nozzle should be
cleaned as required to maintain
proper water flow.
3. At least once a year, thoroughly
inspect the fountain, underwater
cable and anchor/mooring lines
for physical damage. Replace any
damaged components.
WINTER STORAGE
1. Remove fountain from pond.
2. Check for damage.
3. Clean unit prior to storage.
4. In freezing climates, store in heated
space to prevent damage to water
lubricated motor.
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.
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