water leaking: Can someone give me a foolproof instruction for reassembling the fountain to ensure that the water does not leak out?
612501
Had the same problem- everything was fine until I changed the filter & the next thing I knew it was leaking like crazy- I almost threw it out but decided to re-assemble the whole thing again. The tube on top of the motor has to be in the corner so it goes directly into the tube of the raindrop cover. The cord from the motor needs to be flat and in the little insert. If everything is not lined up just so, it will leak. I also moved the lever on the motor -it was all the way to the left and I put it mid-way. Who knew it was so delicate that a few millimeters would throw off the whole system. I like the fountain but that's a design flaw they should alert you to- ruined a little rug I had too.
159569
I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned. You got to be patient. Hope this will help you. Al I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned.... » Read More I had trouble with that too. You have to be very careful as the alignment of it very precise. If you don't do it exact you will hit the valve and it will release water. Do this just temporary. Put the whole thing on your kitchen counter top so that you can see it closer. Do this with no water in the tank just to practice. You will see what has to be lined up to keep from hitting the valve to soon.Practice putting the tank in place. This will let you see how precise you have to be to not hit the valve to soon. Now put the unit back on the floor and go thru the motions you just learned. You got to be patient. Hope this will help you. Al « Show Less
581994
Turn off the water supply. The black end of the connector is hand screwed onto the flexible hose. Do not use pliers or wrench. That was the reason in my case that I had to replace this unit in the first place. The green end of the connection is a simple slide connection, Slide the green end down and then seat the connector over the faucet feed and release. I have found that it does not leak.
69702
I just put it into the base with the water. Make sure to clean and dry it well if not using for while. I used mine for a week, put it away for a month, and it stopped working when I brought it back out again. Good luck!
1027111
The only thing you can do is keep it clean with the cleaner they sell. Outside of that, if it quits misting, there's usually not much you can do or replace yourself! Kinda sucks because I know they fail for no good reason, but it's my favorite humidifier when it works! You may try reseating the water container into the base unit and or jarring it a little bit to see if something is stuck. I wouldn't attempt to dis-assemble it. Messing with water and electricity is dangerous.
27919
I just went through this issue as well, with the New and Improved filters...as Special Etc mentioned, it was because I hadn't pushed down on the filter enough to create a seal. I could actually see water leaking out the bottom, in addition to it pouring out the 4 holes. After pulling it out, re-inserting it and pushing it down hard, it sat much better and the filtering was back to normal again.
2082427
I never found instructions either. I have had the product a year and I believe, I had to go to the hardware store and buy the connection which is a female connection to the unit and a female connection to your hose. This connection is one unit and was not hard to find. There are two inlets on the back and you should be filling the unit via the one on top. I never figured a way for the foot nozzle not to leak so I tightened it to its watertight point which means it now faces up nearly 180 degrees from where it should be in order to be useful.
245837
I am sorry that you purchased this unit. The electric motor in mine broke after about 3 winters. I don't know why it is leaking. It should not leak. Make sure that the water reservoir spring stopper is working properly and that the reservoir is seated properly.
1789720
Take the cover off, lift with the handle and turn upside down. There is a screw cap, unscrew and fill with water. Put back together and turn on. It should work.
1716803
I have only had the fountain a few weeks and no problems so far. Gladyou mentioned replacement parts as it would never have occurred to me. The reviews were excellent for this model so it should work well for you.
1628308
Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you decide to call them, please drop me a line, I'm curious now. Good luck! Paulo Pereira, PanCorp Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you... » Read More Sorry that you had that problem. By any chance, is the water leaving the reservoir? By the answers below, looks like it has to be "surgically" connected, look at the Java Exotic Imports answer. Maybe you should try to call Philips Saeco Customer Care at 1 800 933 7876, remember that you have full warranty, and I can easily issue a Company Commercial Invoice in case you have to return it. Of course, at any time, you can send it back to me and I'll replace it for you. But, in your shoes, I'd call the support, just to avoid the hassle of return and wait for another.If you decide to call them, please drop me a line, I'm curious now. Good luck! Paulo Pereira, PanCorp « Show Less
275315
As I recall, the instructions were not worth much anyway. Just put some clean water in the top half of the unit. Push the pump to dispense water into bowl. Pull the handle that opens the blade valve to transfer water into lower half of unit. Remove top half of unit and transport to where you want to dump it. By working with clean water you won't make a mess while learning how it all works. Not hard to figure this out.
2111706
The pump on mine (Drinkwell Original Pet Fountain ASIN: B00063446M), is held on by little suction cups on the bottom. I just gently pull until they release. From there you can use a mini flat head screwdriver to pry the o-ring around where the power cord comes in at to be able to pull the power cord all the way out. Once cleaned, everything pops right back in the same way it came out. Good luck!
906789
Wish I could help, but mine leaks also. It's as tight as it will go and still water dribbles out. I have to add water to the pool every week which is a pain since we're on a monitor and having a drought!
545304
What I do is just turn it upside down (be careful of the plastic threads) and let it drain.. That's about all you can do..
260856
Mine was doing this. After 5 or 6 attempts to clean etc, I unplugged, removed the water tank, took it outside, tipped it upside down and gave it a good shake. Turned it up again and water started to dribble from the nozzle. Fitted it all back together, and it works again. Small blockage moved.
2228616
change the direction of the arms and then run water thru it...make sure they are turning in the correct direction in order for it to move forward...I've done the same..... also make sure that the stop underneath it is not triggered/stuck