TIAKI HBT2301 Starfish Plastic Fountain Instruction Manual

TIAKI HBT2301 Starfish Plastic Fountain

General information

About this operating manual
This operating manual describes the safe handling and care of the fountain. Keep this operating manual in a safe place for future reference. If you pass the fountain on to someone else, please also pass on this operating manual. Failure to follow this operating manual can result in injury or damage to the fountain.

Explanation of symbols
This symbol combined with the word DANGER warns of serious injuries.
This symbol combined with the word WARNING warns of moderate and mild injuries.
This symbol combined with the word NOTE warns of material damage.
This symbol indicates additional information and general notes.

Scope of delivery

• Drinking fountain with accessories (depending on model)
• USB power adapter and USB connection cable
• Quick start guide
• Operating manual (available for download)

Intended use
The drinking fountain (= fountain) is designed exclusively for the purpose described in this operating manual. The drinking fountain is intended for cats and small dogs. The fountain is designed for use in private environments and in dry indoor areas. The fountain is unsuitable for commercial use, e.g. in animal shelters.

The fountain…

• is not suitable as a drinking water dispenser for human use.
• is not suitable for outdoor use. This is not a bird bath!
• may only be filled and operated with fresh, clean drinking water.

Safety

• This drinking fountain can be used by children aged 8 years and over, as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental abilities or lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or instructed on the safe use of the product and understand the resulting hazards.
• Children must not play with the product.
• Keep the fountain and USB connection cable away from children under 8 years of age.
• Cleaning and user maintenance must not be carried out by children unless they are 8 vears of age or older and are being supervised.
• Keep wrapping, packaging material and small parts away from children. There is a choking hazard. The scope of delivery also includes small parts that can be swallowed. Also pay attention that children do not pull the packaging material over their heads.
• Do not make any modifications to the item or to the battery. Only allow repairs to be carried out by a specialist workshop. Please also note the enclosed warranty conditions.

DANGER from electricity

• The fountain is filled with water. However, the fountain and USB connection cable must not be immersed in water or other liquids. There is a risk of electric shock!
• Keep the fountain out of the reach of children and do not operate it unsupervised.
• Do not operate the fountain outdoors.
• You can connect the device to a USB socket (e.g. laptop, PC) or a properly installed mains socket using the USB power adapter. For more information, please refer to the chapter “Technical data”.
• When using the USB power adapter: Make sure that the mains outlet is readily accessible so that you can quickly unplug the USB power adapter, if necessary.
• Do not use the fountain:
  • if the fountain itself or its parts are damaged,
  • if the USB connection cable is damaged,
  • if the fountain has fallen down.
• Unwind the USB connection cable completely before each use. In doing so, take care to keep the cable from being damaged by sharp corners or hot objects.
• Disconnect the USB power adapter from the mains outlet:
  • if you don’t use the fountain,
  • before filling it with or emptying it of water.
  • before you clean the fountain or put it away,
  • if there appears to be a malfunction during operation,
  • during thunderstorms.
  • Always pull on the USB plug or the USB power adapter, not on the cable.
• Do not make any modifications to the fountain. Have repairs carried out only by a specialist workshop as improperly repaired devices endanger the user.
• The LED alone cannot be replaced or repaired. When replacement is required, the LED must be replaced together with the pump unit.

BEWARE of material damage

• Operate the fountain only when there is enough water in it. The pump must not run dry.
• Protect the fountain from strong impacts, shocks, direct sunlight, dirt and excessive moisture.
• Do not use aggressive chemical cleaning agents, abrasives, hard sponges, etc. for cleaning.

Product overview HBT 2301

Product overview: HBT 2301

1. Bowl
2. Carbon filter
3. Lid
4. Pump
5. LED
6. Water tank

Not depicted:
USB connection cable, USB power adapter, rubber stopper, pump filter

HBT 2302-1 and HBT 2302-2

Product overview: HBT 2302-1 and HBT2302-2

1. Fountain nozzles (2x), the smaller nozzle is almost noiseless (“silent nozzle”)
2. Bowl
3. Carbon filter
4. Lid
5. Pump
6. LED
7. Water tank with water level indicator

Not depicted:
USB connection cable, USB power adapter, rubber stopper, pump filter

HBT 2304

Product overview: HBT 2304

1. Fountain nozzles (2x), the smaller nozzle is almost noiseless (“silent nozzle”)
2. Bowl
3. Carbon filter
4. Lid
5. Pump
6. LED
7. Water tank with water level indicator

Not depicted:
USB connection cable, USB power adapter, rubber stopper, pump filter

Start-up
Unpacking and checking the package contents

1. Remove all parts from the packaging and check that no items are missing.

2. Check the fountain or accessories for any visible damage. If any damage is found, do not use the fountain. Contact our customer service.
   Assembling the HBT 2301

3. Remove all parts from the water tank.

4. Remove any dust from the inside of the water tank using a damp cloth.

5. Attach the hose to the pump.
   This model comes with a pump suspended in the water instead of being fixed in a holder on the bottom.

6. Place the LED in the holder on the bottom of the water tank.

7. Route the pump’s long USB connection cable through the tube-shaped guide.

8. Plug the tube with the included rubber stopper.

9. Fill the water tank with fresh, clear drinking water. Make sure you do not overfill the tank.

10. Thoroughly rinse the carbon filter under running water to remove any carbon dust

11. Place the lid onto the water tank.

12. Attach the carbon filter to the lid.

13. Put the bowl on top.

14. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the supplied USB power adapter and connect the unit to a mains socket.

The drinking fountain is now ready for use.

Assembling the HBT 2302-1 / HBT 2302-2

1. Remove all parts from the water tank.

2. Remove any dust from the inside of the water tank using a damp cloth.

3. Place the pump in the holder on the bottom of the water tank.

4. Route the pump’s long USB connection cable through the tube-shaped guide.

5. Plug the tube with the included rubber stopper.

6. Place the LED in the holder on the bottom of the water tank.

7. Place the filter in its holder. While doing so, you have to squeeze it slightly.

8. Fill the water tank with fresh, clear drinking water. Make sure you do not overfill the tank.

9. Thoroughly rinse the carbon filter under running water to remove any carbon dust.

10. Place the lid onto the water tank.

11. Attach the carbon filter to the lid.

12. Put the bowl on top.

13. Put on the desired fountain nozzle.

14. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the supplied USB power adapter and connect the unit to a mains socket.

The drinking fountain is now ready for use.

Assembling the HBT 2304

1. Remove all parts from the water tank.
2. Remove any dust from the inside of the water tank using a damp cloth.
3. Place the pump in the holder on the bottom of the water tank.
4. Route the pump’s long USB connection cable through the tube-shaped guide.
5. Plug the tube with the included rubber stopper.
6. Place the LED in the holder on the bottom of the water tank.
7. Place the filter in its holder. While doing so, you have to squeeze it slightly.
8. Fill the water tank with fresh, clear drinking water. Make sure you do not overfill the tank.
9. Thoroughly rinse the carbon filter under running water to remove any carbon dust.
10. Place the lid onto the water tank.
11. Attach the carbon filter to the lid.
12. Put the bowl on top.
13. Put on the desired fountain nozzle.
14. Plug the free end of the USB cable into the supplied USB power adapter and connect the unit to a mains socket.

The drinking fountain is now ready for use.

Use

WARNING of the risk of injury
A – Place the mains adaptor cable so that it does not pose atrip hazard.
As soon as the fountain is supplied with electricity, the pump works and conveys the filled water. The water runs out of the fountain nozzle and your animal can drink it.

Pay attention to the following:

• Do not leave the fountain unsupervised for an extended period of time. Even if your animal does not drink any of it, the filled water evaporates. The pump must not run dry.
• You can tell that the pump is likely to run dry from the suddenly noisy pump. In this case, always disconnect the unit from the mains and refill it with water.
• Always remove soiling such as hair directly from the bowl.
• The fountain can also be used as a pure drinking trough without being connected to the mains.

If you notice any carbon dust in the bowl during operation, rinse the carbon filter with water and remove carbon dust with a soft, clean cloth.

Cleaning

Electric shock HAZARD

• The mains adaptor cable or mains adaptor plug must not come into contact with liquids or be immersed in water or other liquids.

NOTE on material damage

• Never use aggressive chemical detergents, scouring agents, hard sponges or similar for cleaning. This could damage the surface.
• Always disconnect the drinking fountain from the mains before cleaning.

Overview

• You should replace the carbon filter every 2 to 4 weeks, depending on how often you use the unit.
• You can order spare parts from Zooplus.
• You should clean the drinking fountain once a week.
• You should clean the pump once a month, as debris (e.g. hair) can reduce the pump’s performance or even damage it.

General

1. Clean the bowl, lid and fountain nozzles in mild dishwashing water. Then rinse them with clean water and dry thoroughly.
2. Wipe the inside and outside of the water tank with a soft, damp cloth. Use a mild detergent, if necessary. In this case, wipe with clear water to remove any detergent residues.

Pump
With regular use, you should disassemble and clean the pump at least once a month. Otherwise, there is a risk that the pump will become calcified and no longer work properly.
In addition, the filter insert in the pump can be clogged with animal hair.
Have an absorbent cloth ready to take up small puddles of water immediately, if necessary.

Proceed as follows:

1. Disconnect the drinking fountain from the mains.

2. Remove the bowl.

3. Remove the pump from the water tank as far as possible.

4. Disassemble the pump as shown below:
   

5. Clean the parts:

   • Thoroughly rinse the filter element under running water.
   • Rinse the magnetic rotor (see arrow) with lukewarm water. Remove any deposits with a soft sponge.
   • Clean the remaining parts with clear water and a toothbrush or similar.
   • *= Pump filter holder.

6. Reassemble the pump and place it in the holder of the water tank.

Storage
If the fountain is not used for a long time:

1. Clean the fountain as described in the “Cleaning” chapter.
2. Store the dry fountain in a dry and frost-free place. You can use the original packaging as outer packaging.

Fault/Remedy

Technical data

• Model:  Drinking fountain HBT2301, HBT2302-1, HBT2302-2, HBT2304

• USB adapter:  Input: 100 – 240 V/AC, 50/60 Hz, 0.2 A
  Output: 5 V ===, 1.0 A, 5 W
  Power:  1 W (HBT2301)
  1.5 W (HBT2302/2304)

• Capacity:  HBT2301: 1.8 l
  HBT2302-1, HBT2302-2: approx. 2 l
  HBT2304: approx. 2.5 l

• Distributor (no service address): GRENDS GmbH Stahltwiete 23 22761 Hamburg, Germany

Our products are constantly being developed and improved.
For this reason, design and technical modifications are possible at any time.

Declaration of conformity
GRENDS GmbH hereby declares that the Drinking Fountain HBT2301, HBT2302-1, HBT2302-2 and HBT2304 complies with Directives 2014/30/EU and 2011/65/EU.
The declaration will lose its validity if any modification is made to the device without our consent.

Hamburg, August 2023
GRENDS GmbH

Warranty
The statutory warranty rights apply. In the event of a warranty claim, please return the item to your dealer with the proof of purchase (stating the reason for the claim).

Disposal

Disposing of the packaging
Dispose of the packaging according to type. Dispose of cardboard with waste paper and of films with recyclable materials.

Disposing of the product
Dispose of the product in accordance with the regulations that apply in your country.
This symbol indicates that this electrical or electronic equipment must not be disposed of with normal household waste at the end of its life but taken to a collection site for recycling. You can return it to free collection points for old electrical appliances in your area or to  other centres that accept old appliances for recycling. You can obtain the addresses of collection points from your city or local government.

Read User Manual Online (PDF format)

Download This Manual (PDF format)

Download this manual  >>