Buying a fountain?

Considering buying a fountain?  Then we would like to offer these suggestions

General

1) If it is a large fountain made from stone on concrete, it should be mounted on a solid base, such as a concrete, this will give it support and stop it from moving.

2) Does it have a custom made liner? These are better as they are custom made to fit the pool.

3) Does the fountain have an automatic refill ? This will compensate for any water loss. Also if your fountain has a high jet  it will will need automatic water replenishment, please see the JW rule for more information.

The pump.

4) If it has several jets does it have more than one pump? This is often better as if one pump should fail the others will continue to operate. Often several smaller pumps will cost less to run than one larger pump

5) Where is the pump? If the pump is under the main fountain how can you get to it for servicing / replacement? (some fountains have a removable hatch to access the pump)

6) How long is the warrantee on the pump? (ours are up to 5 years)

Lighting

7) Does your fountain have lighting? Lighting will bring your fountain alive as darkness falls.

7a) Are spare lamps readily available?

8) If lighting is fitted is in on a separate circuit? Its pointless having the lights on in daylight, we suggest either a timer or photocell to turn the lights on / off.

Nozzles

9) If it has a spray ring can you remove the jets for cleaning? (not all can be removed)

9a) Are any nozzles easily removable for cleaning?

Electricity Supply

10) By Law the fountain must be protected by an RCD

10a) Is the supply cable suitably mechanically protected?

Please note: We can not take responsibility for a fountain we did not supply. The above information is for guidance only.