Eliminating Noise Is Easier Than You May Think

Water fountains should bring peace to a room, not noise. They are beautiful because they bring a subtle feeling of vitality to the room - but if they are too loud, that feeling is none too subtle, nor is it desirable. The pump in your fountain ought to run quietly. Usually it does, but on rare occasions, the pump will make noise. If it does, there is probably a problem with the way you set it up. Follow the directions carefully to ensure that your fountain runs properly. A fountain that runs properly is a fountain that will make you very happy. If it does not, fixing the problem should be easy. Just follow these simple steps.

If your water pump is making noise, you are likely experiencing one of two problems: Your pump is not fully submerged in water, or your pump is vibrating against the side of the water basin. The remedies for each problem are simple ones you can do yourself without aid from a professional. If the following solutions do not work, you may have a faulty pump, in which case you should call your distributor.

Check to make sure that the pump is fully covered by water. If it is not, remedying the problem is simple: just add water until the pump is covered and the noise stops. You may wish to add a little extra water to prevent noise from developing again once some of the water evaporates. After adding water, it may take a few minutes for the noise to stop. This is because the pump is full of air bubbles, which are causing noise. Once these air bubbles clear out, the pump will run quietly.

If adding water does not work, your pump may be vibrating against the side or bottom of the water basin. You can try moving the pump to see if the vibration stops. If not, take a sponge - an inexpensive one used to wash dishes will do, as long as it is not treated with soap or other chemicals - and use it to pad the side or bottom of the pump. You may need to use an adhesive to attach the sponge to the basin. This will cause no change in the flow of water and prevent the noise from occurring.

In the unlikely event that these remedies do not work, contact your fountain dealer. They should be able to send you a replacement pump if yours is defective. More than likely, however, the above mentioned remedies will solve your problem.

In the end, you will have a quiet wall fountain that brings a sense of tranquility to any room, without adding noise. Listen to music or enjoy the peaceful trickle of water - not the noise of a loud pump. Your pump should work quietly with little effort on your part. If you water your fountain when you water your houseplants, the water level will stay high enough to prevent the noise from occurring. With just a bit of initial work to solve the problem and a little maintenance, your fountain will run quietly.

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