1. Pond water fountains guide
Installing a fountain in your pond is simple and its adds to both
the oxygenation and visual effect of the pond. A pond fountain is
usually made up of a submersible re circulating electric pump
having a fountain jet also known as spray fountain attached to it.
Pond water fountains come in different
sizes and styles. The design of the spray
is a matter of choice but it is important
to keep in mind the size of the pond. You
can consult your retailer while choosing
the fountain for your pond.
Mostly, the accessories required for a
fountain pond are a fountain jet and pump,
a big terracotta pot or a statue, some
pebbles and an electric supply source.
A Pond fountain can be installed in four
easy steps:
1. Installation in a close proximity:
The pond fountain must be installed where you can easily look for
its maintenance. If the pond is small then it can be monitored
easily but if the pond is large, pond fountain should be placed
within reach for easy maintenance.
2. Placing the pump on an elevation to avoid debris getting into
it:
Care should be taken while fixing your water pump in the fountain.
It is important to place the pump slightly higher than the floor
because placing it otherwise, will allow the debris to be easily
sucked by the pump, resulting in choking of the pump. This will
stop the water circulation process and the fountain will stop
giving out water.
3. Outdoor electric socket should be installed:
Try installing an out door electrical socket
never the pond fountain and keep it
exclusively for that. This socket must have a
GCFI Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter also
known as Residual Current Device in countries
other than U.S and Canada.
This device helps in preventing electric
shock. Plug the pump into the electrical
socket. If the cable is too long, it can be
wounded round the fountain under water where

2. it will not be noticed.
If the cord has to pass through the lawn make it hidden by
pressing it in the ground by making a slot few inches deep in the
ground and pushing the cord into it .
4. Adjusting the flow of water using the screw or switch on the
pump:
After doing all the arrangements, its time now to check the flow
of the water, adjust the way in which you want the water to come
out of the fountain. If the jet falls at the sides of the water
rather than in the middle,the water is lost faster.
If the jet throws water at a high speed then
a lot of water will be splashed outside the
pond. This would require filling of the pond
again.
So, it is important to check the flow by
first starting it at a 'low' or 'down'
position and then and then slowing raising
the level. It would be a good idea if a
family member or a friend is there to guide
you.
Ensure that the water falling from the spray fountain goes back
into the pond without spilling outside. Once, you have set the
perfect level, you have finished the installation. Now, you can
relax and enjoy your lovely pond fountain.
If you want to learn more about installing a fish pond in your
garden then visit us at http://fishpondaccessories.org, here you
will discover helpful advice and video tips on how to build a
garden fish pond.