Posted by Blue Thumb on Jun 29th 2023

How to Install a Vase Fountain Kit

How to Install a Blue Thumb Vase Fountain Kit

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Vase Fountain Kits are one of our top selling products because installing them is easy. It's the perfect weekend project to dress up any landscape.

Step 1

Clear/level area based on the size of the basin type plus 1-2” width and length.

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Step 2

Dig the hole to the size and depth of the basin. Keep in mind the basin should sit approximately 1-1/2” below grade once the installation is complete.

Step 3

Level the bottom of the hole with sand or small gravel and tamp to ensure no settling occurs after installation.

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Step 4

Set basin in the hole and verify that the box top is level and approximately 1” below grade.

If you will be using a liner bib, ensure surrounding area gently slopes toward the basin to ensure water makes its way back to the basin.

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Step 5

Backfill void between box and soil with a self-compacting material such as sand or pea gravel. When using excavated soil be sure to regularly compact with a tamper.

If your basin included a cardboard cover leave it in place while you backfill to prevent soil from falling into the basin.

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Step 6

Before installing the vase you should check that the inside of the basin is clean.

Remove any dirt that has entered the basin using a wet/dry vacuum.

Next, add the pump to the basin and attach the kink-free hose to the pump using the quickdisconnect.

Then, run the other end of the kink-free hose up through the basin to attach to
the vase in the next step.

Step 7

Lay the vase on its side and simply attach the hose to the vase using the quick-disconnect connector. The vase should be centered on the basin as best as possible to prevent water from blowing out on windy days. Verify that
the vase is level and is properly standing on the grate.

Step 8

Using the provided plastic shims to ensure the vase is level. The vase should never stand uneven or unstable.

Step 9

Fill the basin with clean water and test the fountain by plugging the pump power cord into a nearby electrical GFCI outlet. Water will start flowing from the fountain. Depending on the desired effect you may need to adjust the flow of water.

If you have an “open-top”
style vase you can adjust
the flow by turning the red
handle on the ball valve
located on the standpipe
inside the vase.

If you have a “closed-top”
vase you can adjust the
flow by turning the red
handle on the ball valve
located inside the basin on
the discharge of the pump.

Step 10

After the basin is properly filled and your vase is running at the desired effect, cover the top of the basin using the Blue Thumb Polished Pebbles to finish of the beautiful look.

If you have additional questions please call us at 888-619-3474.