BERNINI FOUNTAINS Stella Cordless Fountain Owner’s Manual

Stella Cordless Fountain

Owner’s Manual

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If you have any questions regarding assembly, parts or operation, please visit our website at www.berninifountains.com. At berninifountains.com you will find instructional  videos on how to assemble and operate your fountain and it will keep you up to date on our newest products. You can also email us with any questions you have.
This product comes with a one year limited warranty against materials and workmanship.
Please review the list of accessories included with your Bernini™ Fountain on the next page. Please note, images of parts are not to scale with one another.

Parts to your new Bernini™ Fountain:

Base & Large Bowl

You will need:

Bowl Locking System
A look at how the bowl locking system works on your Fountain.

Note: You will notice that there are two different sized tabs on the bottom of the Large Bowl and there are two corresponding grooves in the top of the Base. These tabs fit together and lock when turned clockwise.

Step 1: Be sure to place the Base of your fountain on a flat, firm surface.

Step 2: Align and connect the Large Bowl to the base.
Step 3: Turn the Large Bowl a quarter turn clockwise to lock it into place.
At this point, your fountain should look like the image to the right. Go to the next page to continue setting up your new Fountain.

Stella Topper Installation

You will need:

Installing The Stella Topper

Step 1: Like the Large Bowl and Base, the Stella Topper uses a key-lock system to connect to the Large Bowl. The square notches in the groove of the Large Bowl will align  with the square gaps in the bottom of the Stella Topper.

Step 2: Align and connect the Stella Topper to the Large Bowl.

At this point, your fountain should look like the image on the left. Go to the next page to continue setup for your new Fountain.

Battery Installation

You will need:

Fountain Assembled
Battery Compartment, Water Tube & Water Pump
Inserting Batteries Into The Battery Compartment

INSTALLING BATTERIES:

1. (If Battery Compartment & Water Pump is installed into the Stella Topper) Lift out of the Stella Topper (Figure 1a). Disconnect the Water Tube from the Battery  Compartment (A Figure 3b).
2. Unscrew (counter clockwise) the Battery Compartment Screws, slip pump cable out of cable notch, and open cover (Figure 1b & 1c). Note: Cover fits tightly
3. Fountain requires 4 D batteries, insert x2 D Batteries with the (+) side facing up in Battery Compartment and x2 D Batteries with the (-) facing up in Battery  Compartment (Figure 2a).
4. Reinstall the Fountain Top by aligning the locating dowel in the Battery Compartment and Fountain Top. Set the Battery Cover down onto the Battery Compartment  ensuring the dowel sets into the alignment hole and that the pump wire is placed back in the cable notch. Apply pressure and tighten the Battery Cover Screws by turning  clockwise. NOTE: Pressure must be applied to the Battery Compartment while tightening the screws for the threads to catch and assure the compartment is  properly sealed. If needed, while holding battery compartment, place it upside down on an even surface to tighten screws (Figure 2a, 2b & 2c).

Assembly Of Battery Compartment Housing & Battery Cover:

1. Place Battery Cover on Battery Compartment Housing. Turn over assembled Battery unit and place on a flat, level surface. Using a Phillips screwdriver (not included)  first, tighten left screw down firmly.
2. After tightening the left screw, you will notice a small gap between the Battery Cover and the Battery Compartment Housing.
3. Using a Phillips screwdriver (not included) tighten the right screw down firmly.
4. After both screws have been tightened, you may notice a small gap between the Battery Cover and the Battery Compartment Housing.
5. Press down firmly on the bottom of the Battery Compartment Housing to help tighten the gap.
6. Using a Phillips screwdriver re-tighten the screws (left screw first, right screw second) to further tighten the gap between the Battery Cover and the Battery Compartment Housing.

Assembly Of Water Pump & Tube To Battery Compartment:

1. Take the Battery
   Compartment and Water Pump, connect one side of the Water Tube to the Water Pump and the other end to the bottom side of the Battery Compartment (A & B of Figure 3a).

2. Lower the Battery
   Compartment and Water Pump into the Stella Topper. Battery Compartment and Water Pump should be flush with Stella Topper (Figure 3b).

CHANGING BATTERIES:

1. Remove any Dancing Water Attachment, lift Battery Compartment and Water Pump out of the Fountain (Figure 4a). Ensure Battery Compartment and Water Pump are  completely dry before opening Battery Compartment. It is important that no water enters the Battery Compartment.
2. See Installing Batteries Section above on how to reinstall batteries and reassemble.
3. Set the Battery Compartment and Water Pump back into the Fountain (Figure 4d).

At this point, your fountain should look like the image on the left. Go to the next page to continue setting up your new Fountain.

Setting Up Your Fountain

You will need:
Water To Fill Your Fountain

Fill Your Fountain

• Fill the large bowl until the water is 1 inch (2.5 centimeters) from the top of the bowl.
• To dislodge any air bubbles from the pump, grab both sides of the large bowl and quickly shake your fountain for ten seconds.
• Press the button once to turn your fountain on. Water should be flowing from the top of your fountain.
• If water is not flowing, press the button once more to turn your fountain off and repeat the step above. above.

Operating Your Fountain

Turn Fountain on and off:

• The A Button is the manual on and off button.
• With the Fountain off, press the A button: The fountain will run for a maximum of 6 hours or until the A button is pressed again which will shut the fountain off.

Programing The Fountain:

• Press the A Button 2 times: Clears out all programing.

• Press the B Button 1 time: Will program the fountain to run for 1 hour each day at the same time. The light (Figure 5), will flash once to confirm your selection.

• Press the B Button 2 times: Will program the fountain to run for 2 hours each day at the same time.
  The light (Figure 5), will flash twice to confirm your selection.

• Press the B Button 3 times: Will program the fountain to run for 3 hours each day at the same time.
  The light (Figure 5), will flash 3 times to confirm your selection.

• Press the B Button 4 times: Will program the fountain to run for 4 hours each day at the same time.
  The light (Figure 5), will flash 4 times to confirm your selection.

Programing The Fountain: (Continued)

• Pressing the B Button more than 4 times: Pressing the B Button more than 4 times will start this process over.

Reset/Change the timer:

• Press the A button twice to clear out any timers programmed into the B Button. If you want to reset the timer, set the B Button Programing as in the “Programing The Fountain” Section above (Figure 5).

Dancing Water Attachment

DANCING WATER ATTACHMENTS: (OPTIONAL): You can put any of the Dancing Water Attachments on the Fountain whether the Fountain is running or is not running.
Select one of the Dancing Water Attachments and place on the outlet in the middle of the Battery Compartment (Figure 2a, 2b & 2c).
NOTE: Please be aware that there is over spray that occurs while using the Dancing Water Attachments.
You can now try your Bernini™ Fountain to see if everything is working correctly! Turn your fountain on and you should see water flowing from the outlet on the top of the  Sorrento Topper. If water is not flowing, please refer to the “Try Priming The Water Pump” section.
The following section covers any Troubleshooting and Maintenance issues as needed.

Troubleshooting & Maintenance

Cleaning Your Fountain
In order to keep your Fountain in tip-top shape and for a prolonged life, it is best if your Fountain and the bowl or water container that the Fountain is placed in are cleaned  periodically. To clean your fountain, drain of all water and disassemble. Use a mild soap and a soft cloth to clean the parts of your Fountain. DO NOT SCRUB YOUR FOUNTAIN, AS THIS COULD CAUSE DAMAGE TO THE FINISH OF YOUR BERNINI™ FOUNTAIN.

Cold Storage
Turn power off, remove from container, clean and dry the Fountain of all water. Remove the batteries for long term storage and bring it indoors. (Now is a great time to clean the pump to remove any debris that may have accumulated throughout the year).

Cleaning The Water Pumps’ Parts
Water Pump Air Filters
After about six weeks of usage, you may want to clean the water pump’s filter and impeller to keep your Bernini™ Fountain in tip-top shape. You will need to drain your  fountain of all water prior to cleaning the water pumps’ parts.

Water Pump Impeller
The impeller inside of the water pump is what pushes water up through your fountain, allowing you to enjoy the soothing sounds and wonderful sights of your Bernini™  Fountain. After long periods of usage, this part will need to be cleaned to make sure your fountain runs optimally.

Begin by disconnecting the pump  from the water tube.
Step 1: Remove the front of the  water pump by grabbing the sides  of the front panel and pull it off the unit.| Step 2: Remove the impeller  chamber cover.
This is tightly fitted on to the  impeller chamber, but will come off.| Step 3: Remove the impeller
from its chamber.| Step 4: Rinse the impeller until all  debris has been removed.
Then replace the impeller in the  impeller chamber, put the impeller  chamber back on and then replace  the pump’s front panel.

Is your fountain making a loud noise or do you not see water flowing?
Try priming the water pump.
If you find the Water Pump is running, but water is not flowing from your Fountain, you can try priming the Water Pump:
Turn off Fountain, grab both sides of the Fountain and quickly shake your Fountain for ten seconds. This is to dislodge any air bubbles that may be caught in your Water  Pump. Press the button to turn your Fountain on.
Water should be flowing from the top of your Fountain. If water is not flowing, press and hold button for over 2 seconds again to turn your Fountain off, and repeat the step above.

Using Leveling Shims
If you are having trouble getting water to flow evenly off of the edge of your fountain, you may need to level the surface that your fountain is placed on. With the included  leveling shims, you do not need to move your fountain, just follow the instructions below to get even water flow.

Place the shim underneath the base on the opposite side that is not flowing as strongly as the other  sides.| Grasp the shim and break it on the crease closest to the end of the base.| Once the shim is broken, it will be hidden but will level your fountain.

Water Pump Connection
If your fountains water pump becomes disconnected use these instructions to reconnect your water pump.

Before beginning, remove the Battery  Assembly from Stella Topper.
Step 1: Lift the Battery Assembly out  of the Stella Topper to access pump and tube.| Step 1: Rest the Battery and Pump  Assembly on its side. Check the connection at the top of the water tube
at the Battery Housing. Re connect if needed.| Step 2: Check the connection at the  bottom of the water tube at the Water  Pump. Re connect if needed.| Step 3: Reassemble the Battery and  Pump Assembly in reverse of removal or refer to the instructions in  the Battery and Pump Assembly  section of this manual.

Troubleshooting Guide

Battery Section.
Pump not working| Check that batteries have a full charge: See Changing Battery Section.
Water Not Flowing| Prime Pump as instructed. (Refer to priming the water pump)
Add Water
Check to see that pump tubes are connected
Check to see that the pump and pump tubes are clear of debris.
Loud Pump| Prime Pump as instructed. (Refer to priming the water pump).
Check water level. Ensure pump free of debris.
Fountain Settings not working| Check that batteries have a full charge: See Changing Battery Section.
Water Not Flowing| Check batteries are installed correctly: See Installing Battery Section.
Check that batteries have a full charge: See Changing Battery Section.
Pump is on but no water flow: Check water level.
Pump is on but no water flow: Check pump is free of debris, kinks or obstructions. See Troubleshooting section.
Pump is on but no water flow: Check water tube is connected properly. See Base and Fountain Bowl Installation Section 1.
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Low Water Flow| Check that battery has a full charge: See Changing Battery Section.
Pump is on but low water flow: Check pump is free of debris, kinks or obstructions. See Troubleshooting section.
Pump has low water flow: Check water level.
Pump is on but low water flow: pump is cavitating. See Priming The Water Pump Section.
Loud Sound| Loud sound and weak flow: Air in pump: See Priming The Water Pump Section.
Loud sound and weak flow: Check pump is free of debris, kinks or obstructions. See Troubleshooting section.
Suddenly Stops| Pump suddenly stops: Check pump is free of debris, kinks or obstructions. See Troubleshooting section.

LIMITED ONE YEAR WARRANTY

This product has a one year limited warranty on all materials and workmanship. Bernini™ warrants the original purchaser of this product that the product will be free from  manufacturing defects in workmanship and material for a period of one (1) year from the date of original purchase. If within one (1) year this product fails due to defect in  material or workmanship, Bernini™ will repair, replace or supply any defective part at their discretion. The purchaser must contact Bernini™ and provide a description of the defective part, including digital pictures if requested, with this original purchase documentation as validation of warranty coverage.
This warranty does not cover or apply to: (a) damage to the product due to misuse, mishandling, and abuse, (b) products not used in accordance with instructions, (c) product  not assembled or installed according to instructions, and (d) normal wear and tear.
Call us for assistance at 1+ 619-449-2392 or you can email us at: [email protected]
Our Customer Care Department is available: Monday – Friday 8:30am to 4:00pm PST / 11:30am – 7:00pm EST

IMPORTANT BATTERY SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

DANGER: Do not store battery in an airtight container as it may cause an explosion.
PROPOSITION 65 WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including lead and lead compounds which are known to the State of California to cause cancer  and birth defects or other reproductive harm. For more information go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov.
WARNING: When using electric devices, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the  following:
WARNING: When using electric devices, basic safety precautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury, including the  following:
WARNING:

1. Do not incinerate the battery even if it is severely damaged or is completely worn out. The battery can explode in a fire. Check with municipal codes in your  area for possible special disposal instructions.
2. If liquid leaks from the battery cell, discontinue use immediately and dispose of properly.
3. Use only 4-1.5V D Cell Batteries.
4. Do not attempt to disassemble, remodel or destroy the batteries, as it may cause battery leakage, fire, or bursting; and could also create sulfuric acid spills from the  battery resulting in possible burns to person and damage to the immediate environment.
5. Never dispose of batteries in the garbage. Disposal of batteries in the garbage is unlawful under state and federal environmental laws and regulations. Always take used  batteries to your local battery-recycling center.

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