Xylem RainPerfect Solar Powered Rain Barrel Pump System - Manual (Page 5)

trOuBle sHOOting & saFety Ordering rePlaCeMent Parts
Pump with 40”
(1 m) Hose
solar Panel &
Mounting Bracket
with 15’ (4.6 m)
Power Cord
Pump strainer
and Filter
niMH rechargeable
Battery
solar Panel
ground anchor
Please visit www.rainperfectpump.com for a list of
stores carrying our replacement parts and have the
part number ready when ordering.
pump is not pumping
Part # R-1001
Part # R-1002
Part # R-1003
Part # R-1004
Part # R-1005
if you need Any replACements pArts
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- Check battery charge (see page 3 for details)
- Check wire connections
- Check that your rain barrel has water in it
- Check hose for any kinks
- Check that hose is firmly secured from pump to the
control box
- Check pump filter for debris such as leaves and twigs
Periodic cleaning of pump filter will prevent
debris build up & allow maximum flow.
bAttery not CHArging
- Check alignment of solar panel (see page 6 for details)
- Check wire connections from control box to solar panel
- Check solar panel wire for any cuts or damage
- The battery may not charge during long durations of
cloudiness
WARNING: Do not attempt to charge the battery in an
enclosed area. Charge in a well ventilated area to prevent
incineration.
sAfety preCAutions
Always keep your rain barrels covered, keeping children
and pets from falling in — and keep mosquitoes and lar-
vae from reproducing, by covering all open holes.
Only use rain barrel water for your lawn or garden, NEVER
for drinking.
AdditionAl informAtion
Note: Some water will drip from the hose elbow during
normal operation.