How to Clean a Water Fountain

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Turn off the fountain.

   Before cleaning your fountain, it's best to turn it off and take the pump out to make cleaning easier.
   
   You can also remove any items in the fountain, such as large rocks.Always check your manual before cleaning, as different fountains may require different cleaning methods.
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   Step 2: Drain the water out of the fountain.

   For smaller fountains, you can just dump the water out.For larger fountains, a shop vac may be easier to remove the water from the fountain., If the fountain is small, it may be easiest to bring it into a sink to clean.If it's larger, you'll need to clean it outside.
   
   A toothbrush or other soft brush is perfect for this purpose.
   
   Use a mild soap such as dishwashing soap or even CLR to clean the fountain.If your fountain is copper, make sure you only use a very soft rag on it.
   
   Keep going until the fountain is clean.
   
   If you are having trouble removing algae, you can buy products specifically made for breaking down algae.
   
   Consider wiping the fountain down with a mild bleach solution to help keep new growth from happening.Clean smaller fountains more often (once a month) and larger fountains less often (every other month or so)., In a sink, unscrew the side of the pump that comes off, which should show you the propeller.
   
   You can use the same brush you used on the fountain to clean the propeller.
   
   Get all the debris out you can, and then replace the pump in the fountain., If your fountain has hard water buildup, use a special product to help remove it, such as CLR.
   
   You can also use a mixture of half white vinegar, half water.
   
   Let the fountain soak in the solution, and then scrub it again with a gentle brush or sponge.
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   Step 3: Scrub the fountain.

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   Step 4: Clean the pump.

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   Step 5: Descale the fountain.

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